Great Planes Escapade ARF - GPMA1105 - Manual (Page 36)

180-degree turn into the wind aligning the airplane with the
runway or landing area. Do not dive the airplane, as it will
pick up too much speed. Instead, allow the airplane to
establish a gradual descent. Concentrate on keeping it
heading into the wind toward the runway. When the plane
reaches an altitude of about 4 feet [1 meter], gently apply a
little “up elevator” to level the plane, but be careful as too
much up elevator will cause it to stall. While holding a slight
amount of up elevator the airplane will slow and descend as
it loses flying speed, thus touching-down on the runway.
Until you are able to accurately judge how far the Escapade
can glide, it may be helpful to reserve some battery power
to run the motor so the plane can be flown back to the
runway.
When speaking of small models, frequently a takeoff from
the ground is called a “ROG” (rise off ground) takeoff.
Landings on grass will be a little rough, but doing a ROG
takeoff from grass will probably not be possible with the
Escapade. If planning a ROG takeoff, find a paved surface.
After you have trimmed the Escapade for flight and have
become familiar with its flight characteristics, you may try
some ROG takeoffs. With the model on the runway and
pointing into the wind, gently apply power. Initially, the plane
may turn to the left or right because it has not gained
enough speed for the controls to become effective. Do your
best to get through this brief moment and maintain a
heading down the runway and into the wind. Make
corrections with the rudder to keep it rolling straight into the
wind. If the model veers too far off, cut the throttle and try
again. As the model begins to gain speed the controls will
become effective.
After the airplane has gained adequate speed (this requires
experience to gauge), gently pull back on the elevator stick
allowing the airplane to become airborne. Establish a gentle
climb the same as when you were hand-launching.
Best of luck and happy flying!
ROG (Rise Off Ground) Takeoff
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