FLYING AROUND
After take-off, the right controller stick will also
control the right and left directions of the Storm
Launcher
TM
. Again, smooth and small inputs are
ideal! Due to the aerodynamic nature of the
Storm Launcher
TM
and depending on the wind
conditions, when you command the Storm
Launcher
TM
to go left or right, you will probably
have to give it a small amount of “UP” command
to keep it from descending. This is normal and
will take some practice to perfect. Try some right
turns, left turns, figure-8’s, and flying circles.
Also add and reduce throttle to see how your
Storm Launcher
TM
reacts to various power
settings. These maneuvers will ensure your
learning stages are fun and rewarding.
Make sure to get comfortable performing
basic moves before you graduate to pro
series stunts.
REPAIRS
IF you do crash your Storm Launcher
TM
and some of the foam breaks, don’t worry,
most basic repairs can be done at home.
1.
To replace the propellers, gently pry the
broken prop off the motor shaft with a pair
of thin nosed pliers or tool provided.
NOTE:
The twist of the propeller blades as
there is a right and left propeller.
2.
Clear packaging tape can be used to repair
most cracks or breaks in the foam.
LANDING
Determine where you will need to land your Storm Launcher
TM
and fly it
so it will be landing into the wind (the same direction as during your
take-off). You may need to make a couple of fly-by’s on the landing zone
to determine if your airspeed is too fast. When ready to land, gently
reduce the throttle while continuing to steer and make altitude
corrections with the right controller stick. The Storm Launcher
TM
will begin
to descend. When you are lined-up with your runway, continue to gently
reduce the throttle. If you are descending too quickly, give it more
throttle. At about 1 foot off the ground, completely reduce the throttle and
give the Storm Launcher
TM
a small amount of “UP” command. Your
Storm Launcher
TM
will flare, slightly nose high, and settle nicely onto the
ground or water. If your Storm Launcher
TM
has “Landed Long” or is far
away after the landing, simply drive it back to yourself.
ELEVATOR CONTROL:
Elevator control directs the Storm launcher
TM
angle of attack. Pulling
back on the control will result in the Storm Launcher
TM
pointing upwards.
Even though the Storm Launcher
TM
is pointing up, that does not always
mean the Storm Launcher
TM
is flying upwards. Full throttle and full
elevator can result in a high alpha slow flight, or even a vertical stall.
Both can be good tricks under the control of a good pilot, but both
typically mean an end to the flight sooner than planned to a novice. The
key with elevator control is light and gradual inputs. Maximum inputs will
more often result in crashes than slow controlled inputs.
PROPELLER GUARDS:
Storm Launcher
TM
comes equipped with propeller guards to protect the
propellers and YOUR FINGERS! These guards can be removed for
increased flight time and better stunt performance. Remove the battery
before attempting to remove propeller guards. Only an adult should
attempt to remove the propeller guards. ALWAYS KEEP HANDS AWAY
FROM THE PROPELLERS, EVEN WHEN THE UNIT IS TURNED OFF.
To remove the guards, remove the screws and unclip the guards as
shown. Slide the guards up and off without removing the propeller.
Re-install the screws in the motor mount when finished.
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