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1. After launching, your P-51D Mustang will climb at
full throttle. Keep the throttle full on until you have
reached an altitude of at least 50 feet (15 meters).
At the same time, make sure that you continue to
keep the airplane flying directly into the wind.
2. Make right and left adjustments, as necessary,
to keep the plane headed directly into the wind.
After you have reached approximately 100 feet
(30 meters) of altitude, you can begin to make
directional changes that you desire.
3. Remember—control range is 2,500 feet
(762 meters). Do not allow the plane to get too far
away from you. When the plane is farther away it
is harder to see, and the higher you fly, the more
the airplane will be affected by wind.
4. Always keep the plane upwind from you. This
way, it will not be carried away from you by the
wind.
5. Flying in winds that are too strong is by far the
number one reason for those who are less
experienced to crash or have flyaways.
6. Avoid holding the stick full right or left for more
than two seconds, as this will cause the plane to
enter a spiral dive that could cause you to crash
your plane.
7. Do not try to climb too fast by pulling all the way
back on the stick (up elevator), or your plane may
stall. Instead, climb by giving small amounts of
elevator.
8. Damage/bends to the wings or tail can greatly
affect flight control. Replace damaged parts
immediately.
9. Once you have become more experienced and
familiar with the Mustang, you can switch from
Mode A to Mode B. Mode B no longer limits the
travel of the control surfaces.
10. Trees, buildings and obstructions can cause
turbulence. Try to avoid launching or landing
downwind of obstructions to minimize the effect
of the turbulence.
Hand Launching the P-51 Mustang
Helpful Hints for Flight
Hand Launching the P-51 Mustang
Your P-51D Mustang will need to be hand launched. To
do this, follow these instructions:
1. Make certain that the aircraft battery is fully
charged.
2. Turn on the transmitter, making certain you are in
Mode A (Low Rate).
3. Insert the battery into the fuselage and plug the
battery lead into the lead coming from the
fuselage. Secure the battery with the hook and
loop straps.
4. Hold the airplane with your hand behind the wing
gripping the fuselage.
5. While holding the transmitter in one hand, push
throttle slider to full on (up) with thumb.
6. Take a couple of steps and FIRMLY launch directly
into the wind while keeping the wings level. Do not
throw it up or down. Point it level (parallel) with the
ground when launching. THROW IT HARD until you
become accustom to the amount of force it takes
to launch the plane.
7. Keep steering into the wind and hold at full throttle
in a slight climb until you have reached an altitude
of at least 50 to 70 feet (15 to 21 meters).
8. When you have reached this altitude, it is safe to
steer in the desired direction, as well as adjust the
throttle input, to help control altitude and speed.
Note:
If airplane is thrown too lightly it is possible that
the airplane will not have enough airspeed to fly away
and control authority will be reduced the slower it is
thrown. The proper throw is similar to a javelin throw.
Warnings and Safety
1. Read and follow this manual completely,
observing all instructions and safety directions.
Otherwise, serious injury and damage can occur.
Think about your safety, and the safety of others,
first.
2. Keep the propeller away from body parts and
clothing, even when it isn’t spinning, as it could be
turned on by accident. Beware of hair becoming
entangled in the propeller, especially while
launching your plane.
3. Do not fly when it’s too windy or you may lose
control and crash, causing injury or damage. Never
fly near people, vehicles, train tracks, buildings,
power lines, water, hard surfaces or trees. Never
allow anyone to attempt to catch the airplane while
it’s in flight or serious injury may result.
4. Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is
not a toy. This product is not intended for use
by children without direct adult supervision.
5. Only use a battery charger that is Lithium Polymer
compatible to charge the flight battery. Never leave
the charger unattended while charging. This will
help prevent overcharging and make sure damage
does not occur to the battery, charger or any other
property. While charging, place the battery on a
heat-resistant surface.
Do not lay it on carpet or
upholstery while charging.
6.
Never cut into the battery, charger, or airplane
wires or serious injury may occur.
Causing the
battery to “short out” (crossing negative and
positive bare wires) can cause fire, serious injury
and damage.
7. Hold the plane securely when the flight battery
is plugged in, and keep all body parts away from
the propeller. When you finish flying your airplane,
always unplug the battery before you turn off the
transmitter.
8. Never fly on the same frequency as another RC
vehicle in your area. The frequency of the airplane
is shown on stickers on the back of the transmitter
and on the airplane.
