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With the antenna on the transmitter collapsed (not extended ) , begin walking away from the model operating
the controls in a predictable pattern (for example: Up, then down elevator. Right, then left aileron. Right, then
left rudder). While moving the control surfaces, also vary motor rpm.
Have your assistant alert you if the controls fail to respond or if they move suddenly or erratically. You should
If t he controls respond erratically or if anything e lse seems wrong, make certain a ll the servo w ires are
securely connected t o the receiver and that the transmitter and r eceiver batteries are fully charged. If you
After the range check, fully extend the antenna.
getting low you will usually notice a performance d rop before the ESC cuts off motor power, s o when you
motor cuts off by holding the throttle stick all the way down for a few seconds.
the alarm sounds you should land your model.
10 mph [ 16 kilometers /hr].
Be certain the ailerons , elevator and rudder respond correctly and that none
of the controls have inadvertently become reversed.
If t he surface i s smooth ( such as paverment or blacktop) the plane can take o ff from the ground. But most
Take off
ROG(Rise off Ground) Take off
and takeoff easier. Slowly advance the throttle, adding rudder correction as needed to keep the model rolling
gentle climb.
controls as necessary to establish a gentle turn away from the runway.
advance t he t hrottle to full power. Your assistant should run a few s teps w ith the p lane held high above h is
head, and then give the model a swift, but controlled toss at a level, or slightly nose - up attitude.Initially, the
elevator to establish the climb.
controls as necessary to establish a gentle turn away from the runway.
Hand-Launch
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