E-flite Pitts Model 12 15e ARF User Manual

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E-flite Pitts Model 12 15e ARF Assembly Manual

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 4. Slide the aileron on the hinges. Remove the T-pins and

align the wing tip and aileron tip. Apply enough thin

CA to the top and bottom of each hinge to saturate the

hinge. Allow the CA to cure before proceeding to the

next step.

Note: Do not use CA accelerator while gluing the

hinges. The CA must be allowed to soak into each

hinge naturally. If not, the bond between the hinge and

surrounding wood could fail in flight.

Note: Placing a #11 hobby knife blade between the

wing trailing edge and the leading edge of the aileron

will ensure you will get maximum deflection without

binding for 3D flight.

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 5. Carefully pull on the aileron to make sure the hinges

are secure. If not, reglue the hinges in question.

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 6. Flex the aileron up and down a number of times to

break in the hinges.