Great Planes Zero FlatOuts EP ARF - GPMA1122 - Manual (Page 14)

flights, gradually getting acquainted with it as you gain
confidence. Adjust the trims to maintain straight and level
flight. After flying around for a while, and while still at a safe
altitude with plenty of battery power, practice slow flight and
execute practice landing approaches by reducing the throttle
to see how the model handles at slower speeds. Add power
to see how she climbs as well. Continue to fly around,
executing various maneuvers and making mental notes (or
having your assistant write them down) of what trim or C.G.
changes may be required to fine tune the model so it flies
the way you like. Mind your battery power, but use this first
flight to become familiar with your model before landing.
To initiate a landing approach, lower the throttle while on the
downwind leg. Allow the nose of the model to pitch
downward to gradually bleed off altitude. Continue to lose
altitude, but maintain airspeed by keeping the nose down as
you turn onto the crosswind leg. Make your final turn toward
the landing area (into the wind) keeping the nose down to
maintain airspeed and control. Level the attitude when the
model reaches an altitude of about 10 feet, modulating the
throttle as necessary to maintain your glide path and
airspeed. If you are going to overshoot, smoothly advance
the throttle (always ready on the right rudder to counteract
torque) and climb out to make another attempt. When you’re
ready to make your landing and the model is a foot or so off
the deck, cut your throttle and smoothly increase up elevator
until it gently touches down on its belly. Make sure that you
cut your power completely before touchdown, or gearbox
damage may result.
One final note about flying your model: Have a goal or flight
plan in mind for every flight. This can be learning a new
maneuver(s), improving a maneuver(s) you already know, or
learning how the model behaves in certain conditions (such
as on high or low rates). This is not necessarily to improve
your skills
(though it is never a bad idea!), but more
importantly so you do not surprise yourself by impulsively
attempting a maneuver and suddenly finding that you’ve run
out of time, altitude or airspeed. Every maneuver should be
deliberate, not impulsive. For example, if you’re going to do
a loop, check your altitude, mind the wind direction
(anticipating rudder corrections that will be required to
maintain heading), remember to throttle back at the top, and
make certain you are on the desired rates (high/low rates).
A flight plan greatly reduces the chances of crashing your
model just because of poor planning and impulsive moves.
Remember to think.
Have a ball! But always stay in control and fly in a
safe manner.
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING!
Make a copy of this identification tag and put it on or
inside your model.
ElectriFly ™ FlatOuts ™ HellCat
Enjoy solo sport flying or exciting combat with another flat fighter
– indoors or out! Made of lightweight, precolored foam, the
FlatOuts Hellcat indoor ARF demands little time, effort or
expense – and its a perfect way to use your .40 glow trainer
experience to learn indoor piloting skills.The Hellcat has a low
parts count and factory-applied trim scheme, so you can have
your Hellcat flight-ready in as little as 1 to 2 hours. Precut slots
in the foam panels are ready for easy installation of linkages and
radio gear. The wing has a Jedelsky-type airfoil design to
improve lift and slow flight characteristics. It also incorporates a
round carbon-fiber spar to keep weight low and increase
strength. Includes prop, prop saver/adapter, streamers, and
factory-installed motor and gearbox. GPMA1121
ElectriFly Reactor ™ 3D EP ARF
With its generous wingspan, the Reactor 3D electric ARF is
easy to handle and track indoors or out. The wing’s ultra-thin
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