Great Planes Sportster Bipe 40 Kit - GPMA0510 - Manual

Sportster Bipe
40
Instruction Manual
Engine size .35-.45
Wingspan 45 1/2"
Length 41 1/2"
Wing Area 716 sq. in.
Weight 5 - 6 1 / 2 Ibs.
Materials Needed to Complete the Sportster:
4 Channel radio Propeller Fuel tank
Engine Wheel collars Spinner
Fiberglass cloth/resin Wheels Covering
Engine mounting bolts Hinges Instant glue
Pushrods/clevises Wing bolts EPOXY
The Sportster Bipe 40 was designed for sport flying. This biplane design with symmetrical wings pro-
vides full aerobatic maneuverability, yet has enough wing area for docile low speed capability.
The parts are machine cut and sanded for accurate fit. Should you notice a difference in size between
plans and parts, it is usually because paper changes size with moisture.
Different types of glue may be used such as epoxy, cyanoacrylate(instant glue) and aliphatic resin (white
glue). Build on a flat surface for straight wings and fuselage.
Please read through this step-by-step instruction manual before you start building so you will have an
overall idea of the construction steps and to avoid mistakes. Use the plan and parts list to identify the var-
ious parts.
WAR NI N G !
This R/C kit and the model you will build is not a toy! It is capable of serious
bodily harm and property damage. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY AND YOURS
ALONE
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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 experi-
enced, competent help in accordance with all safety standards and common
sense as set down in the Academy of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. It is sug-
gested that you join the AMA and become properly insured before you attempt to
fly this model. IF YOU ARE JUST STARTING 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
1810 Samuel Morse Dr.
Reston, VA
22090
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