Heli-Max HMXE0828 - Manual (Page 13)

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FLYING YOUR AXE100 SS/SSL FLYING YOUR AXE100 SS/SSL
Takeoff: During your first flights it is important to have light winds. Also, if you
are flying from grass, place a rubber mat or pad down on the grass so the small
rotating parts don’t get hung up.
Turn off the hold switch and very slowly add power and observe the model.
During “spool up” It is important to note that the torque of the main blades can
cause the helicopter to rotate slightly clockwise. This is normal.
Your AXE 100 SS/SSL has the incredible Heli-Max TAGS system. The TAGS
system takes care of all center trim function the transmitter. Having said this
you do not need, or want, to move or adjust the trim buttons during flight. If you
notice any slight flight drifting give it some time. After the helicopter’s swash
and servo links “break-in” the drift will diminish.
Hovering: Once the helicopter is in the air simply try to keep the helicopter in
one spot. This will take some practice. Remember that even a light breeze will
have an effect on the stability of the helicopter, so please take your time. Be
patient and wait for a calm day.
Landing: Level the helicopter into a steady hover and slowly decrease power
until the helicopter settles onto the ground. You might notice as the helicopter
is ready to touch down it moves around a little. This is normal as the helicopter
enters ground effect. Remember to unplug the battery from the helicopter after
your flight is complete.
BASIC MANEUVERS
Once you are comfortable with hovering in one place start working on orientations.
By this we mean to say, hover the helicopter in all positions, nose to the right,
nose to the left and the nose pointing at you (nose-in). Getting good at this
fundamental discipline will allow you to progress much faster in some of the
more advanced flying maneuvers.
Slow Pirouettes: Add a small amount of tail rotor (left or right) and try rotating
the helicopter slightly sideways and see if you can hold it there. If you become
uncomfortable you will want to bring the tail back towards you. Once you are
comfortable, try moving the helicopter to the side and turning back. Then fly
back to the other side in straight lines. You can try rotating the helicopter around
360°, which is called a pirouette. The helicopter can drift during this maneuver
so make certain you have plenty of room when you first start practicing.
Forward Flight: Now it’s time to work into basic forward flight. Just take the
basic hovering maneuvers listed above and slowly fly out farther and faster
and always bring the helicopter back after one pass. Practice controlled slow
flight in close as well. The more time you spend practicing here, the easier
things will be later on.