Great Planes Evader EDF Sport Jet EP ARF - GPMA1800 - Manual (Page 24)

Flight
Once the Evader begins climbing, simply fl y straight out,
maintaining a good climb rate and keeping the wings level.
When ready, bank into your fl ight pattern. If you feel the need,
throttle back to about 1/2 throttle to slow it down some.
Usually, the fi rst priority is to trim a plane for straight-and-
level fl ight. But because the Evader can get so far away
so quickly, your other “fi rst” priority will be simply fl ying the
Evader to keep it within visual range. You won’t have much
time to let go of the sticks for trim changes, so you’ll have to
do some multi-tasking! Again, you can always throttle back,
but the Evader still covers a lot of ground!
Once you have the model trimmed you should be able to fl y
full throttle for extended periods, but it’s wise to throttle back
in turns so it doesn’t get too far away. Fly “large” keeping
turns wide and smooth. One suitable turn-around maneuver
is to climb vertically, half roll, throttle back, then pull a 3/4
loop to upright level.
While at a high altitude with plenty of battery power, simulate
a landing approach by cutting the throttle and watch the
Evader glide. This will give you an indication of how the
Evader will land.
Landing
The landing procedure for the Evader is the same as any
other model, with the exception that it doesn’t slow as much
and requires a longer approach. When ready to land, cut the
throttle all the way while on the downwind leg. The Evader
will establish a gradual descent but will not slow very much
unless there is a headwind. Perform a large, banked turn
allowing it to continue its descent. When the Evader reaches
an altitude of just a foot or so off the ground, keep the wings
level, continually applying more and more up elevator to
hold it off as long as you can until the Evader fi nally touches
down. It will still be going fast so make sure your landing is
over smooth ground so it doesn’t catch the nose or a wing
tip. The Evader never really fl ares like a regular plane—it
just loses fl ying speed before touching down and skidding
across the grass.
If, at any point during your landing setup, you realize you
are coming in too fast, simply throttle up, go around and try
again. And if you’re coming in too short simply apply throttle
to stretch the landing. NOTE: Sometimes, if you throttle up
suddenly when the Evader is fl ying slowly and nearly stalled,
the nose may pitch down. In this situation, throttle up more
gradually.
After each landing inspect the intake, fan and exhaust tube
and remove any grass or debris.
After a few fl ights you’ll have your Evader all trimmed out for
level fl ight and be executing fl awless, anxiety-free bungee
launches, adrenaline-pumping fl ights and smooth, routine
landings right at your feet!
One fi nal note about fl ying your model. Have a goal or fl ight
plan in mind for every fl ight. 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 fi nding 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 fl ight 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 fl y in a safe manner.
GOOD LUCK AND GREAT FLYING!
Cut the power
all the way.
Position the model a few
feet from the ground.
Continue skimming the ground with
approximately 1' [.3m] of altitude
holding more and more elevator to
stay airborne as long as you can.
Finally the Evader will
touch down when it can no
longer remain airborne.
Establish a wide,
long, descending
banked turn.
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