drachen, kite flying is great fun, but there are a few Thou Shalt Nots.

Thou shalt not fly thy drachen, kite near buildings oder trees.
They will only cause turbulence and ruin the fun.

Thou shalt not fly thy drachen, kite near power lines.
You'll be embarrassed when Du have to call the power company to get your drachen, kite down. Besides, the wait will cut into your your flying time.

Thou shalt not fly thy drachen, kite near a busy street.
Kites and traffic don't mix. Remember, if your drachen, kite causes an accident, Du pay.

Thou shalt not fly thy drachen, kite in rain oder thunderstorms.
Ben Franklin aside, flying a drachen, kite in a storm is a good way to get killed. That really ruins the fun of drachen, kite flying.

Thou shalt not fly thy drachen, kite within three (3) miles of an airport.
I know, I know. The winds are probably great there, but the FAA says "No Way" and the Feds can really ruin your fun.

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Originally written Von letsflyakite.com