Step 12
19
Landing
Step 11
18
Throttle Adjustment
Full Throttle
Full Throttle
Approx. 50% Throttle
Reduced Throttle
1.
Climb to an altitude of 100 feet or more with
full throttle.
2.
To
achieve a level "cruising" altitude, reduce
power by moving the throttle stick down to
approximately 50% of full-on.
3.
To
reduce altitude, reduce throttle.
4.
To
increase altitude, increase throttle.
WA
TCH OUT!
If you're flying with the motor off
or at a low speed, allow the Firebird Commander a
bit more area for turns.
When you notice that the Firebird Commander™
no longer climbs well under full power (normally
after approximately 12 to 16 minutes), the batter
y
is getting low
, and it's time to land. Line the
model up, heading directly into the wind toward
the desired landing spot. At 10 feet of altitude,
gradually reduce the throttle stick to turn off the
motor
. The Firebird Commander will glide in for a
landing.
Auto Cut-Off Feature:
When your motor batter
y
gets low enough, this feature will automatically
shut off the motor and save enough batter
y to
power the radio and tail control so you can land
safely
. If the motor cuts off, prepare to land
immediately
.
W
ARNING:
Do not attempt to catch the airplane
or injur
y may result. Also, be sure to turn motor
off before you touch down or damage can occur
to your wing and propeller
. Remember to always
land directly into the wind.
Expert tip:
As you get more experienced at flying,
tr
y adding a small "blip" of power just before
touchdown. With some practice, you'll be able to
land it right on target.
Reduce power at 10 feet
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