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continues to fly inverted, you will need to start adding in
negative (–) collective (or pull the collective stick back
towards you) to maintain altitude. As the model transitions
back to vertical, again bring the collective stick back to the
middle and start adding in positive (+) collective as the
model comes back to the upright position.
It is all a matter of timing. The most important thing is to
move the sticks smoothly. If you are too aggressive with the
sticks, the head speed will drop and you will lose power.
Rolls: These are very similar to flips and require proper timing
on the collective. From fast forward flight, slowly move the stick
to full right cyclic. As the model approaches knife edge (blades
vertical), slowly move the collective stick towards 0°. As the
model approaches inverted, you should slowly move the
collective stick towards –5° (to maintain inverted flight). By the
time the model reaches knife edge again, the collective should
be near 0°. Slowly move the collective stick towards +5° to
maintain upright flight. This is a simple maneuver to perform
but one of the most difficult ones to perfect.
Inverted Hovering: Keep in mind flying a helicopter inverted
is very difficult but can be learned. One of the problems is
three out of four controls are reversed (forward/aft cyclic,
collective and tail rotor). You have to mentally reverse these
while flying. It will take some practice. If you have a simulator,
this is the best place to start.
Perform a half loop and hold the inverted portion for short
periods of time. As you become accustomed to the reversed
controls, you will extend the time you fly inverted. This is
very difficult and will take some time to pick up. Also, make
sure you have plenty of altitude for recovery.
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING!
ORDERING REPLACEMENT OR MISSING PARTS
Replacement parts for the Heli-Max Kinetic .50 ARF are
available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts
List located in the back of this manual. The fastest, most
economical service can be provided by your hobby dealer or
mail-order company.
To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Heli-Max web site at
www.helimax-rc.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom
of the menu on the right side of the page. Follow the
instructions provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian
or International dealer.
Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services by
calling (217) 398-0007, or via facsimile at (217) 398-7721,
but full retail prices and shipping and handling charges will
apply. Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged
sales tax. When ordering, please include a Visa
® or
MasterCard ® number and the expiration date of the card.
Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to:
Hobby Services
3002 N Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822
Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in
the Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or
personal check only; no C.O.D.
If additional assistance is required for any reason contact
Product Support at (217) 398-8970, Ext. 6, or by e-mail at:
[email protected]
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