Great Planes Giant Aeromaster Kit - GPMA0502 - Manual (Page 3)

Congratulations' Thank you for purchasing the Great
Planes Giant Aeromaster!
This aircraft is a large scale vesion of the Great Planes
60-size Super Aeromaster It's easy to build, extremely
aerobatic and has no "bad habits," making it a great
airplane for hot-dogging Its 73" wingspan makes it
International Miniature Aircraft Association* (IMAA) legal
*IMAA is an organization that promotes non-competitive
flying of giant scale models.
IMAA
International Miniature Aircraft Association
205 S Hilldale Road
Salina, KS 67401
5 You must test the operation of the model before every
flight to insure that all equipment is operating, and you must
make certain that the model has remained structurally
sound Be sure to check clevises or other connectors often
and replace them if they show signs of wear or fatigue
Note: We, as the kit manufacturer, can provide you with
a top quality kit and great instructions, but ultimately the
quality and flyability of your finished model depends on
how you build it, therefore, we cannot in any way
guarantee the performance of your completed model,
and no representations are expressed or implied as to
the performance or safety of your completed model
Remember: Take your time and follow directions to
end up with a well-built model that is straight
and true.
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 model, please give us a call at (217) 398-8970
and we'll be glad to help.
This is not a beginner's airplane! While the
Aeromaster is easy to build and flies great, we must
discourage you from selecting this kit as your first R/C
airplane It lacks the self-recovery characteristics of good
basic trainers such as the Great Planes PT" Series On
the other hand, if you have already learned the basics of
R/C flying, and you are able to safely handle a 60-size low
wing taildragger, the Giant Aeromaster is an excellent
choice to improve your skills and get into giant scale.
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
model, 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 number (stamped on the end of the
carton) and have them ready when calling.
1 You must assemble the model according to the
instructions Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so
may result in an unsafe or unflyable model In a few cases
the instructions may differ slightly from the photos In those
instances the plans and written instructions should be
considered as correct.
2 Take time to build straight, true and strong.
3 Use an R/C radio system that is in first-class condition,
and a correctly-sized engine and components (fuel tank,
wheels, etc ) throughout your building process
4. You must properly install all R/C and other components
so that the model operates properly on the ground and in
the air.
Engine Selection:
The recommended engine size range is as follows:
30 - 45cc displacement Glow Engine
30 - 60cc displacement Gasoline Engine
We strongly recommend the use of a soft engine mount
of some kind, to relieve the stresses on the airframe and
radio system, and to make your aircraft quieter
J-Tec and Soundmaster both produce soft mounts for
large engines.
NOTE: If you are using a gasoline engine, you will need
to make sure that your fuel lines and tank are made
specifically to handle gasoline
Radio System Requirements:
The Great Planes Giant Aeromaster requires a minimum
of six servos Eight servos are required if you prefer to
use a servo for each aileron Our prototype models flew
great with only six servos
Due to the large scale of this aircraft the Giant
Aeromaster requires high torque servos to control the
split elevator (2 required), rudder (1 required) and
ailerons (2 required) (If you prefer a servo for each
aileron four servos are required.) A standard servo may
be used on the throttle only
On our prototypes we used Y-connectors on the elevator
and aileron servos.
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