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4. Lift the model with your fingertips placed on the tape
lines. If the model is level as shown in the photo the wing is in
the correct position. Proceed to the next step. If the nose of
the model drops, the C.G. is too far forward and the wing will
have to be moved forward. If the tail of the model drops, the
C.G. is too far back and the wing must be moved back. Move
the wing forward or back as necessary by sliding the wing
mounts. Continue to adjust the position of the wing and lift the
model with your fingers on the tape lines until you can get it to
balance. Note: Even though the decals are not on the model
in the photo, they should be on your model at this time.
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5. View the model from the rear. Using the stab as an
alignment cue, make sure both wings are at the same angle
when compared to the stab. If necessary, adjust the wing
mounts to get both wings the same.
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6. Once you have achieved the correct C.G. and leveled
the wings, use a few drops of thin CA to permanently glue
the wing mounts to the fuselage boom.
Before taking your Yard Stik out to the flying field for the first
time (or to your back yard or the park), review the check list
to make sure it is truly ready to fly.
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1. Make sure all the controls move in the correct direction.
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2. Be sure the control throws match the measurements
provided.
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3. Make sure the elevator and rudder are centered by
adjusting the V-bends in the pushrods.
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4. Make sure the model balances at the recommended C.G.
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5. Check the servo arms to make sure the servo arm
screws are installed.
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6. Make sure the pushrod retainers are on the back of the
pushrods on the control horns.
No matter if you fly at an AMA sanctioned R/C club site or if
you fly somewhere on your own, you should always have
your name, address, telephone number and AMA number
on or inside your model. It is required at all AMA R/C club
flying sites and AMA sanctioned flying events. Fill out the
identification tag on the decal sheet and place it on the
bottom of the wing.
Identify Your Model
PREFLIGHT
CHECKLIST
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