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Additional Equipment Required

Radio Equipment

2 channels (minimum)
2 standard servos

You will need at least a two channel radio control system with two servos on an aircraft frequency for use in your Aspire. A standard
radio system (4 channels with standard servos) will work fine.  The standard size servos will fit into the fuselage of the Aspire.  

Recommended JR Systems

JR F400EX

Field Equipment

JRPA003

Switch

JRPR600

Receiver

JRPB3150

Receiver Battery

JRPBS507

Servos

Hi-Start System

A Hi-Start launch is the most common method of launching gliders. The Aspire 

does not

include a Hi-Start. We suggest the Hangar

9 “G-Force” Sailplane Launch System (HAN200 or HAN400), which includes a pre-assembled Hi-Start system. Hi-Start launches will
be discussed later in this instruction manual.

Sailplane Launch System

TM

Summary of Contents for ULTRA aspire

Page 1: ...ngth 45 Wing Area 680 sq in Weight Approx 36 48 oz 2 meters 114 cm 4387 sq cm 1020 1360g 90 pre built Pre covered in Goldberg UltraCote transparent blue and white covering Includes sailplane hardware...

Page 2: ...on 5 Installing the Radio 17 18 Section 6 Installing the Control Linkages 19 22 Section 7 Control Throw Recommendation 23 Section 8 Installing the Tow Hook 24 Section 9 Installing the Canopy 25 26 Sec...

Page 3: ...e sequence provided in this Instruction Manual Do not attempt to modify or change the kit design as doing so could adversely affect the flying characteristics Seek Expert Assistance If you are new to...

Page 4: ...s will fit into the fuselage of the Aspire Recommended JR Systems JR F400EX Field Equipment JRPA003 Switch JRPR600 Receiver JRPB3150 Receiver Battery JRPBS507 Servos Hi Start System A Hi Start launch...

Page 5: ...ity usually as far forward as possible Foam Rubber Also it s a good idea to use foam rubber 1 4 thick to wrap your receiver and battery pack to give support and protection in hard landings Tools Suppl...

Page 6: ...AN1433 K Washers HAN1433 L Wing hold down dowels M Plywood canopy supports HAN1431 N Small rubber band for canopy O Hardwood wing brace HAN1427 P 6 pushrod wire HAN1430 Q 12 pushrod wire HAN1430 R 16...

Page 7: ...may be necessary to lightly sand the wing joiner so the wing halves fit together properly Step 3 Check for the correct dihedral angle Place the wing on a large flat surface with one wing half resting...

Page 8: ...the epoxy coated half of the wing joiner into the wing joiner cavity of the wing panel up to the centerline mark making sure the V of the hardwood wing joiner is orientated correctly see below Any sp...

Page 9: ...at the proper 3 3 16 dihedral from the flat surface Use a mag azine or other material to weight the one wing half flat against the workbench making sure not to use something that will crush the wing...

Page 10: ...ep 5 Once the wing dowels are dry trial fit the wing to the fuselage by inserting the leading edge of the wing flush against the former in front of the forward dowel and securing the wing to the fusel...

Page 11: ...the slot in the fuselage runs from the top of the fuselage back into the balsa platform that doesn t have any covering applied Trial fit the horizontal stabilizer to the platform as shown aligning th...

Page 12: ...p between it and the horizontal sta bilizer as shown below Step 8 When you re satisfied with the alignment use a pencil to mark the junction of the vertical stabilizer and fuselage top The mark should...

Page 13: ...operly aligned to the centerline of the fuselage Use rubbing alcohol and a paper towel to remove any excess epoxy Note Use masking tape to hold in place until epoxy is cured Step 11 Mix up approximate...

Page 14: ...o make sure it s centered on the horizontal stabilizer Deflect the elevator and completely saturate each hinge with thin CA glue The elevator s front surface should lightly contact the horizontal stab...

Page 15: ...Repeat this process for hinging the rudder to the verti cal stabilizer Remember to flex the rudder back and forth several times to work in the hinge Step 8 You will next attach the rudder and elevator...

Page 16: ...er the hinge line of the rudder vertical stabilizer When you re satisfied with the position mark the screw hole locations on the rudder using a felt tipped pen or pencil Step 13 Remove the control hor...

Page 17: ...felt tipped pen to mark where the mounting holes of the two servos are located on the servo rails Also mark the position of the two servo rails Remove the two servos and use thick CA to glue the serv...

Page 18: ...ith servo tape be sure to balance the aircraft first Balance can be adjusted by moving the battery back and forth in the fuselage nose to achieve balance Always try this first before adding any weight...

Page 19: ...Using either a felt tipped pen or pencil mark 1 from each end of the wood pushrods as shown below Step 4 Drill a 1 16 hole through the wood pushrods at each marked end Section 6 Installing the Control...

Page 20: ...Remember the elevator pushrod will be inserted through the fuselage and exit out the opening at the aft end Step 7 If necessary adjust the rods on the wooden pushrod to allow for a 90 degree bend to...

Page 21: ...dder pushrod Allow the epoxy to cure completely before continuing to the next step Step 15 Insert the rudder pushrod assembly without the clevis into the fuselage so the threaded 12 end exits the rudd...

Page 22: ...readed end first The rod will exit the opening at the rear of the fuselage Place a clevis lock small round piece of tubing onto the rod Screw on the clevis at least 10 turns Connect the clevis to the...

Page 23: ...trol throws to meet your style of flying Elevator 3 8 UP 3 8 Down Rudder 3 8 Right 3 8 Left Note The control throw is measured at the point of the con trol surface farthest from the hinge line You can...

Page 24: ...elage using the hardware provided Note The hook opening faces the rear of the fuselage Insert a washer on one of the bolts thread the bolt into one of the slots on the tow hook Insert a blind nut insi...

Page 25: ...harp scissors Be sure to cut along the out side of the scribe markings as carefully as possible Step 3 Trial fit the canopy on the front of the fuselage The sides of the canopy should extend onto the...

Page 26: ...of the plywood supports This will help the epoxy to adhere to the canopy mate rial Mix up 1 oz of 6 minute epoxy and install each brace Use masking tape to hold it in position until the epoxy cures S...

Page 27: ...y location in an attempt to balance the model or add weight to the fuselage nose tail as applicable Step 2 To properly balance the model it should be fully assembled with the radio and receiver batter...

Page 28: ...y etc heats the ground or surrounding air in one location faster or warmer than the surrounding air The warm ground warms the air above it and causes the air to begin to rise Rising warm air can take...

Page 29: ...for 270 degrees If the thermal is on your left turn right for 270 degrees and enter at a right angle to the original flight path 270 Turn Into a Thermal The second method is to make a wide 180 degree...

Page 30: ...e sure to use the clevis locking devices small pieces of tubing slipped over the clevis to hold the clevis closed and pre vent accidental opening in flight Step 3 Check that all servo horn screws are...

Page 31: ...3 This step may take some practice on the part of your assistant What you want them to do now is run forward but a bit faster with the nose of the glider pointed at the horizon not nose down or nose...

Page 32: ...l conveniently lay out the SLS without any tangles or knots Now that the SLS in completely unwound you re ready to launch your sailplane Refer to Table 2 below for proper stretch distances for your pa...

Page 33: ...the rubber tubing s worst enemy Store the SLS in a cool dry place Avoid leaving your SLS in the trunk of the car During regular use of the SLS in a flying season you should lightly dust the tubing wi...

Page 34: ...so you can come back to it whenever you want to when you re in a thermal or are trying to maintain maximum lift Maximum Lift Drag L D Speed This is the speed at which you can fly the maximum distance...

Page 35: ...e ratio Think of L D as a glide slope then for a given amount of distance the sailplane moves forward it drops a certain amount Minimum Sink The speed at which a sailplane loses altitude most slowly U...

Page 36: ...els with extremely haz ardous fuels such as those containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine 9 I will not operate models with pyrotechnics any device that explodes burns or propels a projectile of any...

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