FLYING:
Caution:
As a rule of thumb “always” assume the propeller could spin at any time.
Whenever a battery is installed, stay clear of the propeller!
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Choose a wide-open area away from people, buildings, and power lines.
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You can take off and fly in any of the three flight modes.
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Flight modes.
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Manual mode:
This mode gives you the most control of the plane and allows you to
perform aerobatics like loops and rolls. The gyros are still active however to assist you in
strong winds.
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Semi Stability mode:
This setting gives you moderate control authority and great for
when you want to fly around a little more aggressively than full stability mode, but still
want the airplane to self-recover.
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Stability mode:
Best for when learning how to control the airplane and when you want
the maximum amount of stability. In this mode, the aircraft will always want to return to
level whenever you let go of the sticks. This is a great mode for when you want to fly
around gently.
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If you get into trouble, use the
HELP!
Button on the transmitter. This function will
quickly roll the plane upright and level allowing you to regain orientation.
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Taking off from a runway.
Place the aircraft on a smooth surface facing the wind. Gently advance the
throttle and the airplane will slowly take off.
Control altitude using the throttle and gentle elevator.
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Taking off from water.
Gently place the aircraft in the water and give it a gentle push get away from
shore.
Taxi to a point where you will be pointing into the wind and have plenty of room
to clear the shoreline once you take off.
Gently advance the throttle and the airplane will slowly accelerate and get on
step. The airplane should fly off the water, but it may require a small blip of up
elevator to help break it free.
Control altitude using the throttle and gentle elevator.
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Flying tips:
Control turning by moving the aileron stick left or right and then add in a little
elevator to help maintain altitude and to pull it around.
For quicker turns, coordinate in a small amount of rudder along with the
ailerons.
Keep in mind, the plane flies itself. Your job is to control it. When it is pointing
where you want it to go. Let go of the sticks and let it fly.
A common mistake is to over control the airplane. Gentle movements are best.
When learning, make small inputs and then let the stick go back to center.
