Hi CPTOZZY
Unlike full scale planes, our models do not need flaps for take offs and landings. Of course, some people use them. A few years ago an experienced fellow at our field had one with flaps. He deployed the flaps and landed. Some time later, perhaps an hour later, he took the plane off, and may have forgotten the flaps were still deployed. He lost control during the takeoff and totaled the plane. As careful as I am, I do sometimes forget things. When that happens I'm glad I have never had an interest in flying full scale.