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Dear Customer, 

Congratulations on your purchase of Foamboard Blackbird Kit from Value Hobby. We thank you for your generous support, and 
hope you enjoy your new airplane.  

At Value Hobby, we hope to offer competitive prices, good performance, and products that you can setup and use with ease. 

That’s why we extensively researched and tested this airplane, and suggested all the produ

cts necessary for you to setup 

properly. We understand that you have many choices when purchasing, and we are grateful you choose to buy from us.  

As vendors, one of the most gratifying things for us is to hear from our customers. We would welcome any suggestion to help 
us improve. Please make us aware of any errors and imperfections in the airplane or the instructions, or about the setup that 

we suggested. We hope you’ll find our setup suggestions to be helpful, and enjoy flying your new airplane. Please f

eel free to 

contact us at (630) 948‐0947 or email us at [email protected]

 

Disclaimer 

 

By purchasing and/or building this model, user assumes ALL liability and risk involved with this product. This model should be 
built and flown by an experienced pilot and only flown at AMA sanctioned sites.  

Value Hobby guarantees this model to be free of defects in materials and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty 

does not cover any parts damaged by use or modifications. In no way shall Value Hobby’s l

iability exceed the original cost of the 

purchased model. Further, Value Hobby reserves the right to modify this warranty without notice. Value Hobby has no control 
over the final stages of assembly or the material used for the final assembly. No liability shall be assumed nor materials used for 

the final user‐assembled product. By the act of using the final product the user accepts all resulting liability. Value Hobby

, as a 

R/C product vendor, provides a top-quality airplane and instructions to complete the model. The quality and flight 
characteristics of the finished model depend greatly on how it is built; we cannot guarantee the performance for the completed 
model and representations are expressed or implied as to the performance of the completed model. If the buyer is not 
prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return this kit immediately, in 
new and unused condition.  

Safety in Assembly  

During assembly of this aircraft, you will be asked to use sharp knives and hobby adhesives. Please follow all safety procedures 
recommended by the manufacturers of the products you use, and always follow these important guidelines: ALWAYS protect 
your eyes when working with adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power tools. Safety glasses are the best way to protect your 
eyes. ALWAYS protect your body, especially your hands and fingers when using adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power 
tools. Do not cut toward exposed skin with hobby knives. Do not place hobby knives on tables or benches where they can roll 

off or be knocked off. ALWAYS have a first‐aid kit handy when working with adhesives, knives, or tools, especially power tool

s. 

ALWAYS keep hobby equipment and supplies out of the reach of children.  

Safety in Flying  

This is NOT a toy! It is a very high‐performance RC airplane capable of high speeds and extreme maneuvers. It should only be 

operated by a competent pilot in a safe area with proper supervision. ONLY fly your aircraft in a safe, open area, away from 
spectators and vehicles

and where it is legal to fly. NEVER fly over an unsafe area, such as a road or street. Never fly too close 

to yourself or spectators.  

Never run your motor inside a house or building with the propeller attached 

 Remove the prop for safety.  

Required Items  

 

Foam Safe Glue 

 Hot Melt Glue 

 Hobby Knife  

 Small Phillips Screwdriver  

 Set Metric Allen Wrenches  

 Scissors  

 Small Pliers  

 Wire Cutters  

Summary of Contents for Foamboard Blackbird Kit

Page 1: ...Foamboard Blackbird Kit Specifications Wingspan 22 6in 575mm Length 40in 1013mm Flying Weight Approx 0 9lb 400g ...

Page 2: ...as a R C product vendor provides a top quality airplane and instructions to complete the model The quality and flight characteristics of the finished model depend greatly on how it is built we cannot guarantee the performance for the completed model and representations are expressed or implied as to the performance of the completed model If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associa...

Page 3: ...r part 1 4 Fuselage rear part 2 5 Wing front part 6 Wing rear part 7 Fuselage reinforcement part 8 Fuselage reinforcement part 9 Upper vertical fin L 10 Upper vertical fin R 11 Lower vertical fin R 12 Lower vertical fin L 13 Φ2 1 EZ connectors x 2 14 Screw x 4 15 Φ1 5 75mm Metal pushrod x 2 16 4 4 450mm Carbon fiber reinforcement rod x 1 17 4 4 375mm Carbon fiber reinforcement rods x 1 18 2 set of...

Page 4: ... SG90 TWP SV 4980 TWP SV 5057 2 GForce E400 2212 2200KV Brushless Motor VHB MT 5337 1 GForce 30A Brushless ESC HWG SC 0238 1 GForce Elite Series 1600mAh 3S LiPO FLM LP 5577 1 Gemfan 6 x 4 Prop GFH MP 2069 1 Foam Safe Glue VHB AC 2511 1 Hot Melt Glue VHB AC 2988 1 Hot Melt Glue Gun VHB AC 2681 1 Extension cable 250 350mm 2 ...

Page 5: ...for at least 3 5 minute until the glue has cured The fuselage has locking tabs that match slots on the wing By sliding the fuselage onto the wing carefully align and test fit the fuselage with the wing When proper positioned the fuselage should end near the motor opening on the wing After the fuselage has been test fit with the wing use hot melt glue to secure the fuselage onto the wing Locate Par...

Page 6: ...oughly 60 degree angle to the wing with the inner frame Locate Part 16 and Part 17 Install the carbon fiber rods in the pre cut slots on the wing Apply hot melt glue to secure the rods on the wing Locate Part 3 Slide the rear fuselage part into the pre cut slots on the wing Apply hot melt glue to secure it Locate Part 7 and Part 8 Apply hot melt glue to secure them on the wing ...

Page 7: ...e Part 4 Fuselage rear part should be installed the same way Servo Installation Find out 2 set of control horns Slide the two control horns into the slot of the ailerons Apply hot melt glue to secure it The motor ESC and propeller shown are not included Must be purchased separately ...

Page 8: ...our prop to the motor The motor opening can accommodate up to a 6in props Then glue the motor mount to the airframe using hot melt glue The ESC goes through the fuselage door You will need two 9g micro servos First install 2 EZ connectors on the servo arm Glue the two servo arms to the servo on the fuselage using hot melt glue ...

Page 9: ...lor must be consistent Locate 2 Z pushrods No 15 Slide them into the control horn of the ailerons respectively Position the servo where it can properly align with the ez connector Use hot melt glue to secure the servo Both servos should be installed the same way The CG should be 580mm 22 8in from the front of the airplane Control throws should be 30 40 degrees ...

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