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Old 09-11-2003 | 09:20 AM
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dr_wogz
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Default RE: When I take to the skies

Give your plane one more preflight check.

Make sure everything is tight, or loose, depending on what it is (screws tights, linkages smooth, and slop free) the control throws are set to the right amount. The plane is balamced, and is slightly nose heavy.. Lateral balacing is a good idea as well..

Charge the batteries, do full systems check (all servos move in teh right direction, and are plugged into the right sockets..)

pack all the tools you'll need, plus the others you don't. Bring your glues, and a few clamps. Extra props (balanced if you can..) and a few extra glow plugs. Bring some extra weight. Most planes and owners first flights seem to require a bit here or there..

Bring all teh manuals, and possibly the plan set, 'just in case'

And one thing you know you WILL forget - paper towel and windex to clean up after the flights..

This is all a matter of 'better to have it and not need it, than need it and not have it' !

Over time, you'll learn what is important, and what isn't. And don't worry, if you have forgetten soemthing, someone will surely lend / give it to you!

It's also peach season. Stop in at teh local super market,a nd buy a basket. Once you get to the feild, offer one to every pilot! Soon you should have a bunch of peach trees at the feild!

And or course a camera, for the before and after shots, as well as teh other planes on the flight line!! then post them here!!

Best of all, have a good time, and don't worry! it'll go smoother than you think!!