Top Flite TOPA0215 - Manual (Page 37)

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3. Where established, I will abide by the safety rules
for the flying site I use, and I will not willfully and
deliberately fly my models in a careless, reckless
and/or dangerous manner.
7. I will not fly my model unless it is identified with my
name and address or AMA number, on or in the
model.
9. I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any
device that explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of
any kind).
RADIO CONTROL
1. I will have completed a successful radio equipment
ground check before the first flight of a new or
repaired model.
2. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a qualified flier, unless
assisted by an experienced helper.
3. I will perform my initial turn after takeoff away from
the pit or spectator areas, and I will not thereafter fly
over pit or spectator areas, unless beyond my
control.
4. I will operate my model using only radio control
frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission...
FLYING
The Top Flite Elder is a great flying sport plane that
flies smoothly at all flying speeds. Though the plane
has a nostalgic “slow fly” look to it, it is capable of
performing mild aerobatics as well.
Takeoff
Because the Elder uses a tail skid (if you installed
the skid) instead of a steerable tailwheel, you may
find taxiing a little different than you are accustomed
to. For the first flight we recommend that you carry
the plane to the runway and point it directly into the
wind. Once pointed into the wind, slowly accelerate
the airplane until the tail comes up. Once the tail has
come off of the ground apply a small amount of
elevator and the plane will do a nice climb out.
Flight
The Elder has a reputation of being a gentle flying
sport plane, which it is. You will find it very enjoyable
to fly around at slow speeds and for making slow
passes right down the runway. You will also find that
the plane will perform mild aerobatics with ease.
Loops, rolls, hammerheads and inverted flight are all
within the capabilities of the Elder.
Landing
Landings are quite easy for the Elder. Start your
approach from approximately 50’ [152m], lined up
with the runway. Gradually reduce power, allowing
the nose to settle. When the plane is approximately
3’ [3m] above the runway, gradually begin to flare
until the plane settles in for a nice three point
landing. You will find that the Elder does not have
any bad habits when landing. However, if you find
yourself landing in a cross wind, the wire tail skid will
not provide the ground control that you may otherwise
have in a steerable tail wheel. If a crosswind landing
is the only option, keep the airspeed slightly higher
on your landing approach to keep more air flowing
past the fin. You will also find that grass is much
more forgiving than asphalt when landing in a
crosswind.
Good luck and have a great time flying!
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