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Note:
The Carbon-Z Yak 54 can be taken apart and
put back in the box for storage or transportation.
Note:
The Carbon-Z Yak 54 is a high-performance
aircraft, designed to handle the stresses of high-
energy aerobatic flight. Due to the construction of the
Carbon-Z Yak 54, the airframe is capable of handling
high G maneuvers.
Takeoff
Choose a large open area with a smooth surface for
takeoff. Confirm your transmitter dual rate switch is
set to LOW rates for takeoff. Point the nose of the
aircraft into the wind.
Landing
Set to Low Rate, start the landing approach by
reducing throttle to 1/4 or less to slow the aircraft. Fly
the aircraft down to about 1-2 feet above the runway.
Slowly reduce power until the throttle is in the off
position. Apply up elevator as the aircraft settles
to the runway. The Carbon-Z Yak 54 can do a main
landing gear landing, or two-point landing, where the
aircraft touches down on the main wheels first and
the tailwheel is off the ground. The Carbon-Z Yak 54
can also land in three-point attitude when all three
wheels touch the runway at the same time.
Repairs
Thanks to the construction of the Carbon-Z Yak 54,
repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any
adhesive (hot glue, regular CA, epoxy, etc). When
parts are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts
List for ordering by item number.
2010 Official Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code
Effective January 1, 2010
GENERAL
1. A model aircraft shall be defi ned as a non-
human carrying device capable of sustained flight
in the atmosphere. It shall not exceed limitations
established in this code and is intended to be
used exclusively for recreational or
competition
activity.
2. The maximum takeoff weight of a model aircraft,
including fuel, is 55 pounds, except for those fl
own under the AMA Experimental Aircraft Rules.
3. I will abide by this Safety Code and all rules
established for the flying site I use. I will not
willfully fly my model aircraft in a reckless and/or
dangerous
manner.
4. I will not fl y my model aircraft in sanctioned
events, air shows, or model demonstrations until
it has been proven airworthy.
5. I will not fl y my model aircraft higher than
approximately 400 feet above ground level, when
within three (3) miles of an airport without
notifying the airport operator. I will yield the
right-of-way and avoid fl ying in the proximity of
full-scale aircraft, utilizing a spotter when
appropriate.
6. I will not fl y my model aircraft unless it is
identified with my name and address, or AMA
number, inside or affi xed to the outside of the
model aircraft. This does not apply to model
aircraft fl own indoors.
7. I will not operate model aircraft with metal-blade
propellers or with gaseous boosts (other than air),
nor will I operate model aircraft with fuels
containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine.
8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying
pyrotechnic devices which explode, burn, or
propel a projectile of any kind. Exceptions include
Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing
smoke and are securely attached to the model
aircraft during flight. Rocket motors up to a
G-series size may be used, provided they remain
firmly attached to the model aircraft during flight.
Model rockets may be flown in accordance with
the National Model Rocketry Safety Code;
however, they may not be launched from model
aircraft. Officially designated AMA Air Show
Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and
practices as defined within the Air Show Advisory
Committee
Document.
9. I will not operate my model aircraft while under
the influence of alcohol or within eight (8) hours
of having consumed alcohol.
10. I will not operate my model aircraft while using
any drug which could adversely affect my ability
to safely control my model aircraft.
11. Children under six (6) years old are only allowed
on a flightline or in a fl ight area as a pilot or
while under fl ight instruction.
12. When and where required by rule, helmets must
be properly worn and fastened. They must be
OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved
or comply with comparable standards.
RADIO CONTROL
1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner
to avoid over fl ight of unprotected people.
2. I will have completed a successful radio
equipment ground-range check before the first
flight of a new or repaired model aircraft.
3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a profi cient flier, unless
I am assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. At all flying sites a line must be established, in
front of which all flying takes place. Only
personnel associated with flying the model
aircraft are allowed at or in front of the line. In the
case of airshows demonstrations straight line
must be established. An area away from the line
must be maintained for spectators. Intentional
flying behind the line is prohibited.
5. I will operate my model aircraft using only radio
control frequencies currently allowed by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are
authorized to operate equipment on Amateur
Band
frequencies.
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