Version 1.0 · Effective 1 July 2026
Please read these Terms carefully before applying for or renewing membership.
By applying for and maintaining membership with Mekatron Flyers Club ("the Club"), all members agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions, the Club Regulations, Safety Procedures, and any instructions issued by Club management, safety officers, or authorised personnel.
The Club offers the following membership categories. Benefits and privileges may vary by category:
3.1 Membership fees are payable in advance and must be kept in good standing at all times.
3.2 All membership fees are non-refundable, except where required by applicable law.
3.3 The Club reserves the right to review and amend membership fees upon reasonable notice to members.
All members are required to:
5.1 All flying activities must take place exclusively within designated flying zones.
5.2 Flying is permitted only during approved operating hours, unless otherwise authorised in writing by the Club.
5.3 Night flying is strictly prohibited unless specifically approved in advance by Club management.
5.4 Members must not operate any aircraft while impaired by alcohol, drugs, fatigue, illness, or any other condition that may adversely affect safe operation.
6.1 Members remain fully responsible for their aircraft, batteries, equipment, and accessories at all times.
6.2 The Club accepts no responsibility for the loss, theft, damage, or destruction of any member-owned property.
6.3 Members are personally liable for any damage, injury, or loss caused by their aircraft, equipment, actions, or negligence.
7.1 Members are strongly encouraged to obtain appropriate personal liability insurance for their flying activities.
7.2 The Club may recommend insurance providers from time to time but does not guarantee coverage under any third-party policy.
7.3 Any Club insurance policy does not automatically extend coverage to individual members unless expressly stated in writing.
8.1 The Club may require new members to complete an assessment, orientation, training programme, or competency evaluation before being authorised to fly independently.
8.2 Members must maintain safe operating standards at all times throughout their membership.
8.3 The Club reserves the right to suspend or restrict flying privileges where safety concerns are identified.
9.1 Members under the age of 18 must provide written consent from a parent or legal guardian prior to participating in Club activities.
9.2 Parents or guardians remain responsible for ensuring their child's compliance with all Club requirements and safety procedures.
10.1 Guests may only participate in Club activities with prior written approval from Club management.
10.2 Members who introduce guests are fully responsible for their guests' conduct while on Club premises.
10.3 All guests must comply with applicable safety requirements and Club regulations.
Members must not:
The Club reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate membership where a member:
Termination of membership does not entitle the member to a refund of any fees paid.
Members must immediately report the following to Club management:
By accepting these Terms, members grant the Club permission to use photographs, videos, and recordings captured during Club activities for promotional, educational, and marketing purposes. Members who wish to opt out of this arrangement must provide written notice to the Club.
The Club reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions, Club Regulations, and operating procedures from time to time. Members will be notified of any significant changes in a timely manner.
By signing the Membership Application Form, the member confirms that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and all applicable Club Regulations.
Participation in model aviation, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), radio-controlled aircraft operations, flight demonstrations, training activities, simulator sessions, aircraft maintenance, and related Club events involves inherent risks that may result in property damage, personal injury, serious injury, or death. By signing this agreement, the participant acknowledges these risks and agrees to the terms set out below.
I acknowledge that participation in activities organised, supervised, facilitated, or conducted by Mekatron Flyers Club ("the Club") involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
I voluntarily choose to participate in Club activities and fully assume all risks associated with such participation.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I hereby release and discharge the following parties from any and all claims, demands, actions, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from my participation in Club activities:
This release shall not apply where loss or injury results directly from gross negligence or wilful misconduct on the part of the Club or its representatives.
I understand and agree that:
4.1 I accept full personal responsibility for any damage, injury, loss, or claims arising from the operation or ownership of my aircraft and equipment.
4.2 I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Club and its representatives from any and all claims arising from my actions, negligence, equipment, or aircraft operations.
I agree to:
Failure to comply with these obligations may result in the immediate suspension or permanent termination of membership privileges.
6.1 I confirm that I am physically and mentally capable of safely participating in Club activities.
6.2 I agree not to participate while under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, any medication that may impair judgement, or any physical or mental condition that may affect safe operation.
7.1 In the event of an emergency, I authorise the Club to obtain appropriate medical assistance on my behalf where reasonably necessary.
7.2 I understand that any costs associated with emergency medical treatment remain my sole responsibility.
8.1 I grant the Club permission to use photographs, videos, recordings, or other media captured during Club activities for promotional, educational, training, marketing, and archival purposes.
8.2 I may withdraw this consent at any time by providing written notice to the Club.
Where the participant is under 18 years of age:
This agreement shall be governed by, and interpreted in accordance with, the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Nigerian courts.
By signing below, I confirm that: