ParkZone PKZ1400 - Manual (Page 7)

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Choose a Large, Open Grassy Field
• A large, open grassy field is required to fly your
Super Decathlon. The Super Decathlon flies about
15-20 mph, so it covers ground fast. The bigger the
field, the better.
• It is essential to have a minimum of 300 feet of clear
space in all directions from the pilot. If you ignore
this direction, you will regret it.
• Make certain that you do not fly near trees, buildings,
or other areas that can restrict your view or interfere
with your flying.
• Always keep the Super Decathlon upwind from you to
avoid fly-aways.
Choose a Calm Day
You want to fly! However, you need to make sure that
you fly in the conditions that will allow you to have the
best success. This is when there is little to no wind
(less than 7 mph).
To check wind conditions:
1. Tie the included red ribbon to the
transmitter antenna.
2. Hold the transmitter antenna so that it is parallel to
the ground and note how much the ribbon moves
in the wind. If the ribbon hangs down, conditions
are right to fly. However, if the angle between the
antenna and the ribbon is less than 20 degrees, it
is too windy to fly.
Fly in this area
(upwind of pilot).
Stand here.
600 feet
WIND
20º