2009 MAAM WW II Weekend Instructions to Groups

It is the group leader's responsibility to pass these instructions, and a copy of the map, along to all registered group members attending the show and working ahead of time on MAAM grounds.
All participants should be on the lookout for fellow participants who may not have gotten the rules and act contrary to the regulations. (For Example: stopping someone walking toward a taxiway or runway.)

Accountability and Attitude
Group leaders are responsible for group member conduct.
Groups found to be not contributing in the spirit of the show may be removed or have participant numbers reduced.

Taxiway and Runway Incursions Prevention
The FAA, Reading Regional Airport, and the Mid Atlantic Air Museum regard taxiway and runway incursion prevention as the number one concern for the safe and continued operation of the show. The fine for taxiway and runway incursions is $10,000 paid by the offending person or persons. It is essential that you heed all warnings, refer to all maps, and above all ask if you are not sure. It is the Museum and the event which suffers the fallout and receives the black eye for this; it must be your #1 priority.

Participants are to familiarize themselves with the locations and terms on the map in regard to the show grounds and the Reading Regional Airport AOA.

Warning: Do not wander away from your designated area during work sessions. Remember that all airport paved areas, even inside the "MAAM space" are used for ground movement by aircraft, and sometimes at a high rate of speed. ALWAYS YIELD TO AIRCRAFT.

Everyone must sign IN AND OUT (There are no exceptions.) at the MAAM office and inform the MAAM office staff, by showing them on the map, where you intend to be working. Anyone on MAAM grounds is responsible to know the boundaries of movement. If you do not know, or are not sure; you must ask at the MAAM office or MAAM staff.

Do not "cross the street," if it looks like a street, it is a taxiway.

Do not under any circumstances ever cross multiple solid and dashed lines which are painted across (from one side to the other) a paved area. These markings are normally painted near the intersections of paved areas so be especially alert for them. Note that these lines extend the entire length of the grass on either side of the hard surface so you cannot simply "go around" them.

Do not under any circumstances ever proceed beyond the event fence line.

Encampment
Please respect the educational goals by presenting WW II items/reproductions only.
Have proper military bearing.
Keep non-period items out of sight.
Cover non-period coolers with canvas.
Keep non-period drink containers out of sight.

Modern Civilian Vehicles (MCV)
MCV's are to be removed from the grounds no later than 30 minutes prior to gate opening on event days.
MCV's are not to be brought back on show grounds overnight.
MCV's are not to be left unattended during set-up due to aircraft placement.
MCV's in violation may be towed.
As soon as a vehicle is attached to a tow vehicle, by contract, all tow charges apply.

Non-WW II Military Vehicles
Postwar vehicles are not to be mixed in with the WW II encampments.
You will be asked to relocate to the non-WW II display area or park near show control as in past years.
Person's who do not respect this policy may have their vehicle pass revoked.

Tracked Vehicles
Tracked vehicles with any component metal parts on the track are not permitted on hard surfaces; vehicle owners are liable for damages. In addition, owners of tracked vehicles that tear up sod or turf surface will be held liable for damages.

Ground Damage Prevention
Driving is not permitted on grass and dirt surfaces during wet weather.
An announcement will be made to cease driving as dictated by conditions or show staff.
Vehicle owners are liable for damages.

Participant Parking
Park only in authorized parking areas as per the parking map.
Do not park in the handicapped lot along the fence by the French Village.
Do not park on lots or grass areas on the other side of Arnold Road.
Vehicle owners are liable for damages including grass/ground surfaces.

Vehicle Safety During Show Hours
Limit your driving when show grounds become crowded.
If vehicle movement is deemed unsafe, an announcement will be made.

Blank Firing of Weapons in Encampment Areas
Firing weapons in encampments is strictly prohibited.
Weapons are to be discharged only during authorized active participation in scheduled show activities- battles, skirmishes, and the test range.
NO LIVE AMMO ON AIRPORT PROPERTY AND MAAM GROUNDS.
PERSONS FOUND WITH LIVE AMMO WILL BE REMOVED FROM AND PERMANTELY BARRED FROM THE EVENT.

Theft of Property
Theft will be treated as a crime.
Authorities will be called.
Do not physically restrain a suspect.
Offenders from the ranks will be dismissed and barred.

Items Left at MAAM
Please remove all items at the end of the show on Sunday. This includes displays, encampments, props, and all items put in place for the event.
NO year-to-year storage other than approved buildings.
Items left, after good faith attempts to contact owner, will be disposed of and a disposal fee may be assessed.

Groups Leaving Early
Please remain in position until 5:00PM on Sunday.

Illegal Drug and Alcohol Use
Use or sale of illegal drugs and/or alcohol is prohibited on MAAM grounds and Airport Property.
Those in violation will be prosecuted to the fullest extent if the law.