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52” Aeroworks Extra 260 Freestyle Assembly Manual   

   

   

 

 

 

 

    

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7. I will not operate model aircraft with metal-blade 
propellers or with gaseous boosts (other than 
air), nor will I operate model aircraft with fuels 
containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine. 
 
8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying 
pyrotechnic devices which explode burn, or propel 
a projectile of any kind. Exceptions include Free 
Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke 
and are securely attached to the model aircraft 
during flight. Rocket motors up to a G-series 
size may be used, provided they remain firmly 
attached to the model aircraft during flight. Model 
rockets may be flown in accordance with the 
National Model Rocketry Safety Code; however, 
they may not be launched from model aircraft. 
Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) 
are authorized to use devices and practices as 
defined within the Air Show Advisory Committee 
Document. 
 
9. I will not operate my model aircraft while under 
the influence of alcohol or within eight (8) hours of 
having consumed alcohol. 
 
10. I will not operate my model aircraft while using 
any drug which could adversely affect my ability to 
safely control my model aircraft. 
 
11. Children under six (6) years old are only allowed 
on a flightline or in a flight area as a pilot or while 
under flight instruction. 
 
12. When and where required by rule, helmets must 
be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA, 
DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or 
comply with comparable standards. 
 

RADIO CONTROL 

1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner to 
avoid over flight of unprotected people. 

2. I will have completed a successful radio equip-
ment ground-range check before the first flight of a 
new or repaired model aircraft. 
 
3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence 
of spectators until I become a proficient flier, 
unless I am assisted by an experienced pilot. 
 
4. At all flying sites a line must be established, 
in front of which all flying takes place. Only 
personnel associated with flying the model aircraft 
are allowed at or in front of the line. In the case 
of air shows demonstrations straight line must be 
established. An area away from the line must be 
maintained for spectators. Intentional flying behind 
the line is prohibited. 
 
5. I will operate my model aircraft using only 
radio-control frequencies currently allowed by 
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). 
Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are 
authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band 
frequencies. 
 
6. I will not knowingly operate my model aircraft 
within three (3) miles of any preexisting flying site 
without a frequency-management agreement. A 
frequency management agreement may be an 
allocation of frequencies for each site, a day use 
agreement between sites, or testing which 
determines that no interference exists. A frequency 
management 
agreement may exist between two 
or more AMA chartered clubs, AMA clubs and 
individual AMA members, or individual AMA 
members. Frequency-management agreements, 
including an interference test report if the 
agreement indicates no interference exists, will be 
signed by all parties and copies provided to AMA 
Headquarters. 
 

7. With the exception of events flown under offi-
cial 
AMA rules, no powered model may be flown 
outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, 
except for the pilot and located at the flight line. 
8. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other 
person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is 
still under power, except to divert it from striking 
an individual. 
 
9. Radio-controlled night flying is limited to low 
performance model aircraft (less than 100 mph). 
The model aircraft must be equipped with a  
Lighting system which clearly defines the  
aircraft’s attitude and direction at all times. 
 
10. The operator of a radio-controlled model air-
craft shall control it during the entire flight, main-
taining visual contact without enhancement other 
than by corrective lenses that are prescribed for 
the pilot. No model aircraft shall be equipped with 
devices which allow it to be flown to a selected 
location which is beyond the visual range of the 
pilot.

 

Enjoy your new 

Aeroworks 52”  

Extra 260  

Freestyle ARF  

QB-L!  

Summary of Contents for EXTRA 260 FREESTYLE QB-L

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Page 2: ...ered and painted by trained and experienced craftsmen with over 25 years of manufactur ing experience Using CAD design laser cut technology and jig built assures accuracy in all stages of production...

Page 3: ...rs Blue Loctite CA kicker optional Thick Thin and Medium CA Rubbing alcohol Wipes 1 3 2 4 5 WARNING Some rubbing alcohols may attack painted parts Item Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17...

Page 4: ...will be re warded with a long lasting beautifully covered model TIGHTENING AND RESHRINKING THE COVERING 2 Using your covering iron with a soft sock gently apply pressure and rub in the covering If an...

Page 5: ...dity during the life of the aircraft glue joints can separate it is always recommended that the glue joints be checked before each flying session 2 Use thin CA on the front canopy mounting tabs as sho...

Page 6: ...he hinges with CA this can cause failure Note Always use a fresh bottle of CA Old CA will not cure and can cause failure 1 Gather the items shown below for the installa tion of the aileron servo and c...

Page 7: ...lue that may come out at this time 7 Attach the 3 servo extension to the servo wire and secure using an Aeroworks Safety Clip 6 With aileron centered in natural position ensure the mounting hole of th...

Page 8: ...ew Driver 80 Grit Sandpaper Masking Tape 1oz Bottle Thick CA Glue AILERON PUSHROD ASSEMBLEY 2 Use masking tape to secure the aileron to the wing as shown This will ensure that the linkage is the corre...

Page 9: ...bby knife to cut away the covering 3 Slide the Inner SFG into the slot as shown The SFG mounting tabs may require light sanding if they are to tight If the mounting tabs are too loose a thin piece of...

Page 10: ...Thick CA Glue 1 Ball Point Pen 1 Ruler 1 Tape Measure 1 80 Grit Sand Paper STAB ELEVATOR ASSEMBLEY 2 Slide elevator into fuse slot as shown 3 Push the elevator all the way back into the stabilizer cut...

Page 11: ...T pin in the aileron and measure to the trailing edge of the stab at the tip as shown Repeat this step for the other side of the stab Ensure that the measurement is identical on each side If the stab...

Page 12: ...lways use a fresh bottle of CA Old CA will not cure and can cause failure 16 Use 80 Grit Sandpaper to scuff the carbon con trol horn where it will be glued to the elevator as shown below 17 Test fit e...

Page 13: ...elow for the installa tion of the elevator servo Required Parts Not Included 1 Elevator Servo w mounting hardware 1 3 4 Servo Arm 1 18 Servo Extension 1 Aeroworks Safety Clip Required Tools and Adhesi...

Page 14: ...the linkage length until the ball link is aligned with the mounting hole in the control horn Mount the ball link to the control horn us ing the supplied hardware RUDDER TAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLEY 1 Gather t...

Page 15: ...ine as shown be low 5 Insert the tail wheel into the rudder as shown below Allow the glue to fully cure before at taching the rudder to the vertical fin 1 Gather the items shown below for the installa...

Page 16: ...el down fuse and do not cross each other 6 Thread the brass swag tube onto the pull pull cable followed by the threaded coupler 7 Thread cable back through the brass swage tube as shown 8 Loop the cab...

Page 17: ...age 13 Attach ball links to the servo arm as shown be low 14 Plug the rudder servo into the rudder channel of the receiver and power up Turn on transmitter to center rudder servo 15 Pull cable snug an...

Page 18: ...and washers 5 Slide the axle bolt into the wheel as shown MAIN LANDING GEAR AND WHEEL PANT INSTALLATION 1 Gather the following items shown below for the main landing gear assembly Required Parts 1 Car...

Page 19: ...4 40 mounting bolt lock washer and flat washer Use blue loc tite on mounting bolt to ensure it does not come loose from vibration Note Blind nut has been preinstalled in wheel pant 10 Repeat above st...

Page 20: ...motor Note Use blue loctite to secure radial mount mounting bolts MOTOR SPEED CONTROL INSTALLATION 1 Gather the items shown below for the installa tion of the motor and speed control Required Parts 1...

Page 21: ...ditional se curity for the ESC 12 Switch mounts have been installed on both sides of the fuse as shown below If your ESC uses a soft switch it can be installed in these cutouts 6 Using the hardware pr...

Page 22: ...ounting flange as shown 17 If using thick CA use a piece of 80 grit sand paper to lightly scuff the gluing surface 18 Attach air scoop over the ESC as shown with the air inlet facing the front of the...

Page 23: ...pacer in the prop as shown Note Failure to install the correct spacer can result in damage to your model or personal injury 2 Slide cowling over motor and onto fuse as shown COWL SPINNER INSTALLATION...

Page 24: ...erial attach the receiver to the receiver mounting tray as shown 2 Final receiver mounting position shown below Secure any antennas at this time 7 Install spinner back plate and prop to the motor adap...

Page 25: ...ok por tion to the battery tray Ensure that both the hook and loop side make full contact 4 Use a one wrap strap supplied to secure the battery in place 6 Finished radio installation shown below 1 Gat...

Page 26: ...Buddy as shown below 2 Slide string under the wing tube as shown 3 Factory decal placement shown below 4 Factory decal placement shown below CHECKING CG WITH MICRO CG BUDDY 6 Factory decal placement...

Page 27: ...Using a 5 64 ball driver tighten all 4 cowl mounting bolts 2 Slide the wing tube in the fuse wing tube sleeve Slide the wings on the wing tube and plug in the aileron servo connectors Slide the rubbe...

Page 28: ...elevators 2 Slide the throw meter under the rudder boost tab MEASURING CONTROL THROWS Low Rate Medium Rate Aileron 1 1 4 or 19 up 1 1 2 or 25 up 1 1 4 or 19 down 1 1 2 or 25 down Rudder 25 left 35 lef...

Page 29: ...6 Secure the medium throw meter to the stab using the same method shown for the rudder Degrees are measured at elevator boost tab 7 Aileron throw measured in inches at the widest point of the aileron...

Page 30: ...tyle settle in for a perfect 3 point landing It is always a good idea to check your air plane before each flying session Listed below are a couple of key areas that should be checked before each flyin...

Page 31: ...associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the line In the case of air shows demonstrations straight line must be established An area away from the line must be maintained...

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