Pilot Code of Conduct

Pilot Code of Conduct

Herein lie the characters and structure required to construct a uniform code of ethic henceforth referred to in this document as the "Pilot Code of Conduct" or "PCC". The PCC is i ntended to act as a Standard Operating Procedure or "SOP" against which pilots may measure each other, thereby keeping the integrity of the community in balance. Those who access this website for the purposes to consuming or creating content are referred to as "users", "pilots", "team members" and "teams". These regulations are subject to change without notice.
The regulations and SOPs that make up the PCC Cover:

The Community 

MechaRC is community focused and community driven. We as a whole safeguard a very rich and very precious future by holding each other accountable. This future is so powerful that if we choose not to regulate ourselves, then we invite others to do so in our stead.

Eligibility

Section 1: Mecha Pilot Code of Conduct

  1. Though many are small, the semi-autonomous robots we make and use are capable of great feats. As such, those working with them should always aspire conduct themselves in an intelligent manner. Pilots are asked to go one step beyond, to conduct themselves with intelligence and professionalism. This union of ability and control in a Pilot is the cornerstone on which the community is built.
  2. Pilots qualities:

a.  make safety the highest priority,

b.  seek excellence in unmanned and remote robot piloting,

c.  develop and exercise good judgment and sound principles of remote operation decision-making,

d.  recognize and manage risks effectively, and use sound principles of risk management,

e.  maintain situational awareness, and adhere to prudent operating practices and personal operating parameters,

f.  aspire to professionalism,

g.  act with responsibility and courtesy, and

h.  adhere to applicable laws and regulations.

Illicit and Unsavory Behavior

Section 2: Illicit and Unsavory Behavior

  1. Pilots may not directly gamble or wager on the outcome of an unsanctioned public or private event, any currency or item(s) with a significant value in which they are a direct participant. Doing so encourages some pilots to win at all costs, including the cost of the community itself. This cannot be allowed.
  2. "Event" is defined as an instance of 2 or more participants performing dexterous maneuvers with Unmanned Ariel Vehicles/Unmanned Ground Vehicles for a set period of time/distance that has a clear beginning and end.
  3. "Significant Value" is defined as any value greater than $100.00 USD.
  4. This is a Major infraction. Its severity may not be downgraded to minor except by an executive panel.
  5. Pilots may not harass, bully, target, communicate hate speech about/to or stalk other Pilots.
  6. This includes but is not limited to:
  7. Verbal
  8. Non-Verbal
  9. Digital
  10. Including but not limited to, Artificial Intelligence generated communication, script/code generated communication, and
  11. This is a Major infraction. Severity may be downgraded depending on circumstance.

Infractions

Section 3: Infractions

  1. The regulations regarding infractions are at the sole discretion of MechaRC, as many of these instances require arbitrary judgement.
  2. The standard course of action for follow two paths. "Minor" and "Severe". Infraction paths are as follows.
  3. Minor, in order of number of offences:
  4. A written warning sent to the Pilot/Team.
  5. A second written warning. Temporary deactivation of Pilot/Team license for up to 90 days.
  6. Temporary deactivation of Pilot/Team license for up to 365 days.
  7. Temporary deactivation of Pilot/Team license for up to 365 days.
  8. Major, in order of number of offences:
  9. A written warning sent to the Pilot/Team. Temporary deactivation of Pilot/Team license for up to 90 days.
  10. A second written warning. Temporary deactivation of Pilot/Team license for up to 365 days.
  11. Temporary deactivation of Pilot/Team license for up to 365 days. May be upgraded to revocation of license.
  12. Number of minor infractions resets every year on the 10th of February, at 12am PST.

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