Great Planes P-51D Mustang 40 Kit - GPMA0175 - Manual (Page 3)

WARNING! THIS IS NOT A TOY!
THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER'S AIRPLANE!
This R/C kit and the model you will build is not a toy! It is capable of serious bodily harm and prop-
erty damage. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AND YOURS ALONE -- to build this kit correctly,
properly install all R/C components and flying gear (engine, tank, pushrods, etc.) and to test the model and
fly it only with experienced, competent help, using common sense and in accordance with all safety stan-
dards as set down in the Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. It is suggested that you join the
AMA and become properly insured before you attempt to fly this model. IF YOU ARE JUST START-
ING R/C MODELING, CONSULT YOUR LOCAL HOBBY SHOP OR WRITE TO THE ACADEMY
OF MODEL AERONAUTICS TO FIND AN EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTOR IN YOUR AREA.
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252 (800) 435-9262
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing the Great
Planes P-51D Mustang!
The Great Planes P-51D Mustang is a semi-scale (ap-
proximately 1/8-scale) model of the full-size North American
P-51D. The prototype as pictured on the box cover is not a
copy of any one full-size airplane in particular. Rather, we
selected several typical trim features from several aircraft,
making a good-looking and rather "generic" trim scheme that
typifies the Mustang we all know.
Several full-size P-51 D Mustangs are shown on
the box side panel to give you an idea of the many trim
variations that have been used. If you are interested in
sport scale competition, or just want to copy a specific
full-size trim scheme, you'll be happy to know that
color photos of these and MANY other P-51D Mus-
tangs are available from: Scale Model Research,
2334 Ticonderoga Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.
Unlike many other scale models, the Great Planes P-51D
Mustang is easy to build and fly, predictable, highly aero-
batic, and has no "bad habits," making it a great sport-scale
airplane (as long as you don't get carried away with paint and
additions, making it a "lead sled")!. This model is designed
to be a great flying "sport airplane," one that you feel
comfortable with, flight after flight. It is not intended for
scale competition, but with a little extra work it should place
well in sport scale competitions at the local level.
This is not a beginner's airplane! While the P-51D is
easy to build and flies great, we must discourage you from
selecting this kit as your first R/C airplane. It is fast, highly
maneuverable, and lacks the self-recovery characteristics of
a good basic trainer such as the Great Planes PT Series
airplanes. On the other hand, if you have already learned the
basics of R/C flying and you are able to safely handle an
"aileron trainer" airplane such as the Great Planes Trainer
Series or Big Stick Series airplanes, the P-51 D is an excellent
choice.
Please inspect all parts carefully before starting to
build! If any parts are missing, broken or defective, or if
you have any questions about building or flying this
airplane, please call us at (217) 398-8970 and we'll be glad
to help. If you are calling for replacement parts, please
look up the part numbers and the kit identification num-
ber (stamped on the end of the carton) and have them
ready when calling.
PRECAUTIONS
1. You must build the plane according to the plans and
instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so
may result in an unsafe or unflyable model. In a few cases the
plans and instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In
those instances you should assume the plans and written
instructions are correct.
2. You must take time to build straight, true and strong.
3. You must use a proper R/C radio that is in first class
condition, the correct sized engine and correct components
(fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout your building process.
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