TBM DV8R, Manual

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Elevators
Full Rate…………………………………………….1.5 Inches up and down
Dual Rate……………………………………………..…1 Inch up and down
Rudders
Full Rate……………………………………………1 ¼ Inches left and right
CG…………………………...……10 5/8” (measured from Front of wing)
FLYING the DV8R
The DV8R is truly one of the smoothest jets you may ever fly. It has no bad manners and performs
like a very large pattern model. If you set your model up as mentioned previously you will have no
problems on your first flight.
For your first flight, pick a day when you are comfortable with the surroundings and conditions. Line
up on the runway; hold the brakes if you have them and apply full power. At the same time hold back
50% elevator and the model will fly off when ready. Don’t worry; it will not leap off the ground before it
is ready. Establish a climb angle at fly to a comfortable altitude.
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As you might expect ground handling and tracking is great with the DV8R. Make sure that the
steering is not overly effective and you will have no problems during rollout.
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The prototype weighs 25 pounds without fuel. With a JetCat P-80 the model needs about 100
feet of pavement or Grass to get airborne when max-Performed and can be taken off easily
within 200 feet.
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You can use 1
st
position flap on take off, anymore is only increasing drag.
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When properly trimmed, the model will exhibit no tendency to “leap” of the ground or be pitch
sensitive.
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Make a few laps to get used to the model and get it trimmed.
I want to thank you for choosing this model. I think you will enjoy it as much as I have. If you have
any questions or technical problems I will be more than happy to assist you as best I can. I look
forward to seeing you at the field. Good Luck.