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Once the model is properly trimmed, you can practise the
art of flying, and carry out manoeuvres such as circles,
squares, rectangles and figures-of-eight.
To avoid giving incorrect control commands, always stand
behind and to one side of the model.
You can fly a square pattern by alternating the direction
of flight: away from the pilot, to the pilot's right, and then
towards the pilot again.
Tip: when the model is flying with the nose pointing
towards you, the controls are reversed (apart from ele-
vator and throttle control).
Important Notes
Launching:
Hold the aeroplane in your hand, set the motor to full power, and
push the model forward smartly, directly into any wind. It is
es-
sential to
adjust the trims so that the aeroplane flies in a sta-
ble attitude, climbing smoothly. Use the controls gently at first to
learn how the model responds to flight commands.
Landing:
Slowly and steadily reduce the throttle setting until the model
descends and touches down. Never reduce the throttle setting
abruptly. After the landing disconnect the flight battery from the
receiver, and only then switch the transmitter off.
Caution:
Stopping (obstructing) the motor when it is turning can cause
serious damage to the mechanical system, and may even result
in a fire. If the propeller is forcibly stopped, immediately move the
throttle stick back to Idle!
Note re. the flight battery:
As soon as you notice a reduction in motor power, land immedi-
ately and disconnect the battery. Never continue flying until the
battery is flat, as this causes a deep-discharge condition which
results in permanent damage. Allow the battery to cool down be-
fore recharging it.
Replacing the propeller:
A damaged propeller must be replaced immediately.
The first few flights
Operating instructions - SKY EAGLE RTF FTR 2.4 GHz No. NE2009FTR
