E-flite F-16 400 DF ARF - Manual (Page 30)

30 E-flite F-16 ARF Assembly Manual
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.
Flying Your F-16
Flying the F-16 is a thrill and a treat all in one. Enjoy
flying airshow maneuvers as you pretend to be the
lead solo pilot for the USAF Thunderbirds airshow
team. You will find that the lightweight, agile F-16 is
very capable in the air yet docile for slow speed flight,
approach and landings.
If you elect to fly the F-16 without the landing gear,
you will need to hand launch the model. Hold the
model underneath the wing around the same area
as where the main landing gear would be mounted.
Launch the model with full power and a slightly nose-
high attitude. You will find that the F-16 does not
require a hard launch and will fly out of your hand
without hesitation.
When using the landing gear, we suggest using the
lower rate throws listed in the control throws section
for the nose gear on takeoff and landing due to the
narrow stance of the gear on an F-16. Line the model
up pointing into the wind and apply full power. Hold
a small amount of up elevator. The F-16 will rotate
smoothly around 150 feet. After rotation, ease off of
the up elevator and climb to altitude.
The F-16 tracks well in the air and is capable of
many basic aerobatic maneuvers like loops, rolls,
and inverted flight. We do recommend that you use
throttle management during the whole flight. Using full
power throughout the duration of the flight will result
in shorter flight times and could result in a shorter
life span for the electronics and batteries. Once you
are ready to land, pull the power back and begin a
slightly nose-high approach using throttle to control
your descent. The F-16 will land at a slightly nose-high
angle and roll out down the runway.
Happy Landings!
Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots
• Check all control surfaces prior to each takeoff.
• Do not fly your model near spectators, parking
areas or any other area that could result in injury
to people or damage of property.
• Do not fly during adverse weather conditions.
Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss
of control of your aircraft. Strong winds can
cause similar problems.
• Do not take chances. If at any time during flight
you observe any erratic or abnormal operation,
land immediately and do not resume flight until
the cause of the problem has been ascertained
and corrected. Safety can never be taken lightly.
• Do not fly near power lines.
Age Requirements
Age Recommendation: 14 years or over. This is not
a toy. This product is not intended for use by children
without direct adult supervision.