RE: Rates for beginner
I just picked up one of these micro T-28's yesterday.It was such a tiny, cool looking thing that I had to have it. Since I own only Futaba radios, I had to pick up an inexpensive Spektrum DX-5 for the T-28 which has a dual rate switch but no end point adjustment capability. Anyhow, I did not like the stock throws, especially on elevator and aileron. I was able to get more elevator throw by moving the pushrod in a couple holes. Still working on how to get more aileron throw. No adjustment at the ailerons themselves but I am hoping I can open up the fuselage and do something there.
I don't have any specific measurements for the throws but I would say fly it as it is set up and adjust accordingly.
I tried taking mine out to an empty parking lot today with what I though were mild breezes and the light little airplane was a handful. On a calm day it should be a blast though. The plane is tough; a gust blew it into my truck and it bounced off & hit the ground without a scratch.<br type="_moz" />