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SECTION 18: FLYING THE P-51 RENO RACER EP
The P-51 Reno Racer EP can take off from the ground or be hand-launched. We recommend ground take-offs only from
hard smooth surfaces.
Taking Off from the Ground
With the airplane pointing into the wind, apply full power and feed in right rudder to keep the airplane tracking straight as it
rolls down the runway. Once sufficient airspeed has been reached, gently apply up elevator to lift the airplane off the
ground. Climb out straight ahead in a shallow climb to build up speed. Do not make any steep turns right after take-off or
you may stall the airplane.
Hand Launching
Hand Launching should always be done into the wind.
To hand-launch the airplane, gently grasp the fuselage directly behind the wing using your thumb and forefingers. Hold the
airplane above shoulder level and turn on the motor to full power. With the motor running at full power, firmly throw the
airplane straight ahead and level. Do not throw it up at an angle or throw it too hard or out of control. Let the airplane fly
straight and level to pick up airspeed, then climb to your desired altitude. Be careful not to climb too steeply after hand-
launching or you could stall the airplane.
In the Air
In the air the P-51 Reno Racer EP is smooth and predictable. At full power, the airplane is fast and responsive to control
inputs, and handles light winds with ease. It "grooves" around corners and is rock-steady while "up on the wing." Loops,
rolls, Immelmann turns, cuban eights, spins and other aerobatics are completed without much effort. You will find the
airplane tracks very true and stays where you put it.
Landing
Landings should always be done into the wind.
Prepare for landing by reducing power and making a shallow turn into the wind. (With power off we strongly suggest
avoiding high-banked turns.) With the airplane on final approach it will begin to slow down and descend. With the
airplane descending, apply small amounts of up elevator to slow the airplane's speed. Just before touch-down, turn the
motor off and let the airplane settle near the ground. Flair just before touch-down and you will be rewarded with a soft
landing. As always, when landing, be careful not to over-control. Over-controlling leads to excessive oscillations which
don't make for good landings.