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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 2 .................................................................................................
Includes/Requires 2 .......................................................................................
Specifications 3 ...............................................................................................
Replacement Parts Listing 3 .......................................................................
Optional Items 3 .............................................................................................
Completion Items 3 .......................................................................................
Battery Charging Guidelines 3 ...................................................................
Special Language Definitions 4 ...................................................................
Important Information Regarding Warranty 4 .......................................
Safety Warnings and Precautions 4 ............................................................
Low Voltage Cuto ff 4 .......................................................................................
Rudder and Tailwheel Installation 5 ...........................................................
Main Landing Gear Installation 6 ................................................................
Horizontal Stabilizer Installation 7 .............................................................
Main Wing Installation 8 ................................................................................
Main Wing Installation (continued) 9 ........................................................
Night Cessna 170 60E G2 LED Connections 10 ......................................
Connecting a Battery to the LED Controller 10 .....................................
Linkage Setup 11 ..............................................................................................
Aura 8 AFCS 11 ..................................................................................................
Transmitter Setup 12 .......................................................................................
Receiver Installation 12 ..................................................................................
Servo Connections 13 .....................................................................................
Connecting your Receiver to Aura 13 .......................................................
Connecting your Receiver to Aura (continued) 14 ...............................
Connecting Battery/Arming ESC 14 ..........................................................
ESC Throttle Calibration 14 ...........................................................................
Control Direction Test 15 ...............................................................................
Aura Sensor Direction Test 16 ......................................................................
Prop Adapter, Propeller and Spinner Installation 17 ...........................
Battery Installation 18 .....................................................................................
Center of Gravity 18 .........................................................................................
Pre-flight Checklist 19 .....................................................................................
AMA Safety Code 19 ........................................................................................
Optional Advanced Cessna 170 60E G2 Aura Configuration 20 ......
Flying your Cessna 170 60E G2 21 .............................................................
Airframe Repairs 22 .........................................................................................
Replacing Servos 22 ........................................................................................
Aircraft Troubleshooting Guide 23 .............................................................
Limited Warranty 24 ........................................................................................
Compliance Information for the European Union 24 ..........................
INTRODUCTION
The o ffi cially licensed Cessna 170 60E G2 o ff ers something incredible
for everyone. At first glance, it is a forgiving general aviation aircraft
with rough field capabilities but take a deeper look into the heart of
the Cessna, and you’ll find its expansive capability. From wild 3D
aerobatics to gentle touch and goes on the water, this incredible
aircraft o
ff ers a perfectly balanced airframe for all flying styles.
Combine such an incredible airframe with today’s most Advanced
Flight Control System, the Aura 8 AFCS (included), you’ll get an
unmatched flying experience unavailable anywhere else.
The Cessna 170 60E G2 is the second generation of the extremely
popular and successful Flex Innovations Cessna 170 60E.
Improvements from the Flex Innovations’ Design Team and valuable
feedback from our customers around the world have been
incorporated to take the Cessna 170 60E G2 to the next level! The Aura
8 AFCS has been further optimized and better matched to the
airframe. And, as usual, the Aura 8 AFCS allows you the freedom to
adjust all settings for your own flying style. The Cessna 170 60E G2 can
also accept a wide range of options and accessories, including floats
for flying o
ff water, and snow skis for flying o ff snow. Leading edge
slats can also be fitted, and a glider tow mechanism is built into the
airframe.
The Cessna 170 60E G2 is the go-to, all around perfect airplane for
maximum fun and minimal hassle. From sport flying, touch and goes,
to 3D aerobatics and float flying, the Cessna 170 60E G2 is sure to be
your favorite daily flier that can do it all!
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Low wing loading o ff ers superb stability at slow speed.
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Custom-tuned Aura 8 gyro stabilization system provides the
ultimate in stability and control
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Powerful 60-sized motor provides the punch for demanding
tasks
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Hight Quality 32-bit Potenza 100A ESC
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(6) High-precision DS34 digital servos
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Light weight EPO foam for light weight aircraft
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Navigation Lights with Day or Night version
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Hollow carbon and plywood-reinforced wing is sti ff and
lightweight
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Custom-designed control horns to maximize control geometry
and performance
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Large control surfaces for positive control at any air speed
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Bush wheels to handle rough terrain and enhance the scale
appearance.
INCLUDES
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Cessna 170 60E G2 airframe with decals applied
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Aura 8 Advanced Flight Control System (programmed and ready to use)
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Potenza 60L 540kv Brushless Motor
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Potenza 100A ESC 32 bits with 5.5V/8A SBEC
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(6) Potenza DS34 High Performance Digital Servo
REQUIRES
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6+ Channel computer transmitter
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6S 4200 - 6200mAh 40C+ Li-Po Battery
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Serial-Capable receiver
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6S Li-Po capable battery charger