E-flite Taylorcraft 450 ARF - Manual (Page 37)

37 E-flite Taylorcraft ARF Assembly Manual
Center of Gravity
An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly
balancing the model.
Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step!
The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for the
Taylorcraft is 2
3 /
8
–2 7 /
8-
inch (60–73mm) back from the leading
edge of the wing. Mark the location for the Center of Gravity on
the bottom of the wing as shown.
When balancing your Taylorcraft, support the plane upright at
the marks made on the bottom of the wing with your fingers
or a commercially available balancing stand. Move the motor
battery as necessary so the model hangs level or slightly nose
down. This is the correct balance point for your model.
Use the 2
3 / 8
-inch (60mm) CG for sport/scale flying and the
2 7 /
8-
inch (73mm) CG for aerobatic flying.
After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted for your
personal preference.
Range Test Your Radio
 1. Before each flying session, be sure to range check your
radio. This is accomplished by turning on your transmitter
with the antenna collapsed. Turn on the receiver in your
airplane. With your airplane on the ground and the
engine running, you should be able to walk 30 paces
(approximately 100 feet) away from your airplane and still
have complete control of all functions.
If not, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment
checked out by the manufacturer.
 2. Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder
and throttle) move in the correct direction.
 3. Be sure that your transmitter batteries are fully charged,
per the instructions included with your radio.