the controls, tell you what the control surfaces are doing. If the
control surfaces do not respond correctly, do not fly! Find and
correct the problem first. Look for loose servo connections or
broken wires, corroded wires on old servo connectors, poor
solder joints in your battery pack or a defective cell, or a
damaged receiver crystal from a previous crash.
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)
Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Academy
of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. For the complete Safety
Code refer to
Model Aviation magazine, the AMA web site
or the Code that came with your AMA license.
General
1) I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air
shows, or model flying demonstrations until it has been
proven to be airworthy by having been previously,
successfully flight tested.
2) I will not fly my model aircraft higher than approximately
400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the
airport operator. I will give right-of-way and avoid flying in
the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary, an
observer shall be utilized to supervise flying to avoid having
models fly in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the
flying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fly my
models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner.
5) I will not fly my model unless it is identified with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model.
Note:
This
does not apply to models while being flown indoors.
7) I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any device
that explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of any kind).
Radio Control
1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground
check before the first flight of a new or repaired model.
2) I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a qualified flier, unless assisted by
an experienced helper.
3) At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be
established in front of which all flying takes place with the
other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying
the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the flight line.
Intentional flying behind the flight line is prohibited.
4) I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies
currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission.
5)
I will not knowingly operate my model within three
miles of any pre-existing flying site except in
accordance with the frequency sharing agreement
listed
[in the complete AMA Safety Code].
9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person
touch a powered model in flight;
nor should any part of the
model, other than the landing gear, intentionally touch
the ground except while landing
.
CHECK LIST
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1. Check the C.G. according to the measurements
provided in the manual.
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2. Be certain the battery and receiver are
securely mounted.
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3. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has a
strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off the
solder joint inside the receiver.
❍
4. Make sure the tow hook is securely tightened.
❍
5. Confirm that all controls operate in the correct direction
and the throws are set up according to the manual.
❍
6. Make sure all the servo arms are mounted to the
servos with the screws included with your radio.
❍
7. Place your name, address, AMA number and
telephone number on or inside your model.
❍
8. Cycle your receiver battery pack (if necessary) and
make sure it is fully charged.
❍
9. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before
your first flight.
❍
10. Range check your radio when you get to the flying field.
FLYING
Mount the Wing
Mount the wing to the fuselage with the six #64 rubber
bands that came with the model. Install them one at a time,
crisscrossing the last two. Never use torn, cracked or oily
rubber bands.
If the rubber bands you will be using are different from those
recommended, consult an experienced modeler to make
certain they are strong enough, and that you have used
enough of them. If uncertain, force the front of the wing off
of the wing saddle. There should be considerable
resistance! If the wing can be forced from the fuselage
without having to strain your hands, then there are probably
not enough rubber bands. If launching the Tower Vista 2m
sailplane with launch systems stronger than those
recommended in this manual, additional #64 rubber bands
will be necessary.
IMPORTANT!!!
Flying a model with too few rubber bands
can be dangerous. The wing could actually detach from the
fuselage resulting in a crash. If the model exhibits any
tendencies that indicate there are not enough rubber bands,
immediately land and closely inspect the model for damage.
If no damage is found, add more rubber bands.
Use this Check List to make sure you haven’t forgotten
anything during the last few seconds of preparation.
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