Christen Eagle II 90 ARF

Assembly Manual
 Notice Table of Contents Introduction
Notice.................................................................................2 Introduced in 1977, the Christen Eagle II was the brainchild
All instructions, warranties and other collateral Meaning of Special Language............................................2 of avid aerobatic pilot and entrepreneur, Frank Christensen.
documents are subject to change at the sole discretion Introduction.......................................................................2 His idea? Give pilots a refined, aerobatic kit plane almost
of Horizon Hobby, Inc. For up-to-date product Product Support................................................................2 anyone could build. The sporty little two-seater was so
literature, visit http://www.horizonhobby.com and click Specifications.....................................................................2 well-received that a slightly modified, single-seat version
on the support tab for this product. Included Parts Listing........................................................3 became the plane of choice for one of the greatest aerobatic
Contents of Kit and Parts Listing.......................................4 demonstration teams of all time—Charlie Hillard, Tom
Safety Precautions and Warnings......................................4 Poberezny and Gene Soucy, otherwise known as The Eagles.
Meaning of Special Language Important Information Regarding Warranty.......................5 The trio flew the plane from 1979 through 1995, thrilling
Using the Manual...............................................................5 millions at air shows all over the world.
The following terms are used throughout the product UltraCote Covering Colors.................................................5
literature to indicate various levels of potential harm Recommended Power Setups............................................5 The Hangar 9 Christen Eagle II 90 ARF brilliantly captures the
when operating this product: Transmitter Requirements.................................................5 spirit of this remarkable airplane. Constructed of top quality
Radio Equipment Requirements........................................5 balsa and light plywood, it will eagerly perform extreme
NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed,
Field Equipment Required..................................................6 aerobatics just like its full-scale inspiration using your choice
create a possibility of physical property damage AND a
Optional Field Equipment...................................................6 of glow or brushless electric power options. And it comes
little or no possibility of injury.
Required Adhesives...........................................................6 out of the box with a level of scale fidelity that truly sets it
CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, Required Tools...................................................................6 apart from the rest of the sport model crowd.
create the probability of physical property damage AND a Before Starting Assembly..................................................6 If you’re a sport flyer ready for more advanced planes or
possibility of serious injury. Binding the Radio System.................................................6 an aerobatic pro looking for a fun, sport scale model, the
WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, Landing Gear Installation...................................................7 Christen Eagle II 90 has what you’re after.
create the probability of property damage, collateral Tail Installation...................................................................9
damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability Tail Wheel and Control Horn Installation..........................12 Product Support
of superficial injury. Radio Installation.............................................................13
Aileron Servo Installation.................................................15 For technical assistance with this product, please contact the
Cabane Strut Installation..................................................17 appropriate Horizon Product Support office. This information
Electric Power Installation...............................................18 is located in the back of this manual.
4-Stroke Engine Installation.............................................20
WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to
become familiar with the features of the product before
Fuel Tank Installation.......................................................21 Specifications
Throttle Pushrod Installation...........................................23
operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result Wingspan 54.0 in (137cm)
Cowling Installation.........................................................24
in damage to the product, personal property and cause Fuselage Length 50.8 in (129cm)
Wing Installation..............................................................27
serious injury.
Center of Gravity..............................................................29 Wing Area (total) 878 sq in (56.7 sq dm)
This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must Control Throws................................................................30 Wing Area (top) 446 sq in
be operated with caution and common sense and requires Preflight...........................................................................31
some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product Range Test Your Radio....................................................31 Wing Area (bottom) 432 sq in
in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots.....................................31 Weight Range 8.50 lb–10.0 lb (3.85–4.50 kg)
damage to the product or other property. This product is not Daily Flight Checks...........................................................31 Engine/Motor Size .75–.91 2-stroke
intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Limited Warranty.............................................................31 1.15–1.25 4-stroke
Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible Warranty Services............................................................32 E-Flite® Power 90, 75A ESC,
components or augment product in any way without the Compliance Information for the European Union.............33 4S Li-Po (2)
approval of Horizon Hobby, Inc. This manual contains Academy of Model Aeronautics
instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is National Model Aircraft Safety Code.........................33 Radio 4+ channel with 5 servos
essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings Building and Flying Notes..........................................34–35 (4 servos for EP)
in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to
operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

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 Included Parts Listing
Quantity Description and Usage Wooden Parts Bag Hardware Bag
1 ������������ Fuselage with hatch, pushrods and landing gear attach 1 ������������ Throttle pushrod standoff 8 ������������ 2.6mm x 16mm aluminum pins
bolts Throttle pushrod Interplane strut alignment pins
1 ������������ Fin and rudder with hinges 1 ������������ Black-covered balsa block 2 ������������ M3 x 70 double threaded rod with M3 nuts
1 ������������ Stabilizer with elevator and hinges Fuselage filler behind stabilizer Aileron pushrods
1 ������������ Upper left wing panel 2 ������������ 20mm x 15mm ply plates with M3 blind nut 8 ������������ M3 steel clevis with silicone keepers
1 ������������ Upper right wing panel Wheel pant retaining plates Ailerons (4), aileron interconnect (4)
1 ������������ Lower left wing panel Plywood Pieces 4 ������������ M3 x 45 machine screws
1 ������������ Lower right wing panel Interplane strut attachment
1 ������������ Template
2 ������������ Wheel pants with axles and hardware 4 ������������ Nylon control horns
Engine mounting template for Saito 1.25 and Power 90
Aileron (2), elevator and rudder
1 ������������ Landing gear 2 ������������ Wooden frames
2 ������������ Nylon control horn backplates
2 ������������ Landing gear intersection fairings Retaining pieces for fuel tank
Elevator and rudder
2 ������������ Wing transport frames with rubber bands
Engine Mount Bag 9 ������������ M3 x 10 socket head machine screws
2 ������������ Interplane struts
2 ������������ Engine mount Cabane strut attachment to fuselage (4), cabane strut
1 ������������ Upper wing center rib attachment to center rib (2), Upper wing retention (1),
2-stroke/4-stroke engine mounting
2 ������������ Aluminum cabane struts Lower wing retention (2)
4 ������������ M4 x 30 machine screw
1 ������������ Landing gear cover Engine mount to firewall 2 ������������ M3 x 10 socket head machine screws
Spinner Bag 4 ������������ M4 washers Wheel pant retention
1 ������������ 70mm plastic spinner with backplate Engine mount to firewall 4 ������������ M3 x 8 self-tapping screws
4 ������������ M4 blind nuts Cowl mounting
2 ������������ M3 x 5 self-tapping screws
Spinner to backplate Engine mount to firewall 4 ������������ M4 x 30 machine screws
Engine to engine mount
Wheel bag EP BAG
8 ������������ M4 steel washers
2 ������������ 75mm foam wheels 1 ������������ Wood battery tray Engine to engine mount
2 ������������ M3 x 12 self-tapping screws 1 ������������ 300mm triangle stock 10 ���������� M3 steel washers
Attaches tailwheel to fuselage 1 ������������ Wood motor standoff box Cabane strut attachment to fuselage (4), Upper wing
1 ������������ Tailwheel assembly 4 ������������ M4 blind nuts retention (1), Lower wing retention (2), Wheel pant
1 ������������ Steering bracket Motor box to firewall attachment retention (2)
Attaches to rudder to actuate tailwheel 2 ������������ M3 x 15 socket head machine screws 4 ������������ M4 nylon lock nuts
4 ������������ Wheel collar 2 ������������ M3 steel washers Engine to engine mount
Wheel retention 4 ������������ M4 x 25 socket head machine screws 1 ������������ Pushrod connector
Motor box to firewall attachment Throttle pushrod connection at servo
Tank Bag
4 ������������ M4 steel washers 6 ������������ M2 x 12 machine screws
1 ������������ Fuel Tank 14.3oz (425cc) Motor box to firewall attachment Rudder and elevator control horns
1 ������������ Assembled stopper 6 ������������ M2 x 12 self-tapping screws
Fuel tank stopper, stopper plates and tubing PUSHROD BAG
Aileron control horns
1 ������������ Clunk 2 ������������ M3 x 270 double threaded rod with nuts 2 ������������ M3 nuts
1 ������������ Fuel tubing 550mm Aileron interconnecting rods Cabane strut attachment to center rib
1 ������������ 12mm x 370mm aluminum tube
Upper wing joiner
1 ������������ 12mm x 420mm aluminum tube
Lower wing joiner
1 ������������ 1.5mm x 750mm rod with nylon housing
Throttle pushrod

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 Safety Precautions and Warnings
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4
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Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions
8 before use. Improper use can result in fire, serious injury
4
and damage to property.
Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14
years. This is not a toy.
3 3 Components
Use only with compatible components. Should any
compatibility questions exist, please refer to the product
2 2 instructions, the component instructions or contact Horizon
Hobby, Inc.
9
10 Flight
Fly only in open areas to ensure safety. It is recommended
flying be done at AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics)
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approved flying sites. Consult local ordinances before
1 11 6 9 6 7 9 choosing a flying location.

Propeller
Contents of Kit and Parts Listing Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller
away from the prop, including loose clothing or other objects
Replacement Parts Items Not Shown such as pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your
hands away from the propeller as injury can occur.
1. HAN501001 Fuselage with Hatch HAN501007 Wing Transport Frames
2. HAN501002 Upper Wing Set HAN501011 Hardware Pack Batteries
3. HAN501003 Lower Wing Set HAN501012 Pushrod Set
4. HAN501004 Tail Set HAN501015 Engine Mount Set with Spinner Notes on Lithium Polymer Batteries
5. HAN501005 Canopy Hatch HAN501016 Electric Power Mounting Set  hen used improperly, lithium polymer batteries are
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6. HAN501006 Fiberglass Cowling significantly more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/Ni-MH
7. HAN501008 Landing Gear with Fairings batteries used in RC applications. Always follow the
8. HAN501009 Wing Tube Set manufacturer’s instructions when using and disposing of any
batteries. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in fire
9. HAN501010 Wing Strut Set
causing serious injury and damage.
10. HAN501013 Fiberglass Wheel Pants
11. HAN501014 Wheels and Tailwheel Assembly Small Parts
This kit includes small parts and should not be left
unattended near children as choking and serious injury
could result.

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Safe Operating Recommendations UltraCote® Covering Colors Transmitter Requirements
• Inspect your model before every flight to ensure it is White HANU870 This model requires a minimum of a 4-channel radio to
airworthy. Deep Blue HANU873 operate all the functions of your aircraft. We suggest the
• Be aware of any other radio frequency user who may Orange HANU877 following radio systems available through Horizon Hobby or
present an interference problem. Black HANU874 your local hobby distributor.
• Always be courteous and respectful of other users in Smoke Purple HANU868
your selected flight area. Deep Red HANU871 Spektrum DX6i SPM6610
•  hoose an area clear of obstacles and large enough to
C Flame Red HANU883 Spektrum DX8 SPM8800
safely accommodate your flying activity. Dark Yellow HANU889 JR® DSM2™ or DSMX® Systems
Bright Yellow HANU872
•  ake sure this area is clear of friends and spectators
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prior to launching your aircraft. Radio Equipment Requirements
Recommended Power Setups
• Be aware of other activities in the vicinity of your flight The following items are recommended when installing the
path that could cause potential conflict. 4-Stroke Glow 8-Channel AR8000 (SPMAR8000).
• Carefully plan your flight path prior to launch. Saito™ 125 with Muffler SAIE125A or
AR8000 8-Channel DSMX Receiver SPMAR8000
•  bide by any and all established AMA National Model
A SAIE125AK
Aircraft Safety Code. JR Chargeswitch JRPA004
Muffler Right Angle Manifold SAI125A163
2700mAh Receiver Battery, 6V JRPB5008
Evolution 16 x 6 propeller EVO16060
Important Information A6060 Standard Digital Aircraft Servo (5) SPMSA6060
Optional 3-inch (76mm) Servo Extension (4) SPMA3050
Regarding Warranty
Hangar 9® 23/4-inch aluminum spinner HAN99003 Servo Placement and Extensions:
Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations in the 8 x 1.25mm Prop Adapter Kit HAN99052
back of this manual before building this product. If you as Aileron: A6060 Standard Digital Servo (2)
Fuel Filler with T-fitting and Overflow HAN116
the purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability 3-inch (76mm) (2) receiver to
Exhaust Deflector: .35 to .90 Engines DUB697
associated with the use of this Product, you are advised to 3-inch (76mm) (2) aileron servo
Remote Glow Plug Adapter HAN3025
return this Product immediately in new and unused condition Rudder: A6060 Standard Digital Servo
to the place of purchase. Electric Elevator: A6060 Standard Digital Servo
Throttle: A6060 Standard Digital Servo
Using the Manual Power 90 Outrunner Motor, 325Kv EFLM4090A (not required for EP installations)
Phoenix ICE 75 Brushless ESC CSEPHXICE75
This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly APC 17 x 8 propeller APC17080E Optional Equipment
easier to understand and to provide breaks between each 4000mAh 4S 14.8V 30C (2) EFLB40004S30 Telemetry for the DX8 SPM9548
major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed 9-inch (228mm) Servo Extension JRPA096
next to each step to keep track of each step completed. EC3™ Battery Series Harness, 13AWG EFLAEC308
Steps with a single box () are performed once, while steps
with two or more boxes () indicate the step will require Optional
repeating, such as for a right or left wing panel, two servos, Hangar 9 23/4-inch aluminum spinner HAN99003
etc. Remember to take your time and follow the directions. 10mm x 1.5mm Outrunner Adapter TRUE08394A

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 Field Equipment Required Required Tools Before Starting Assembly
Fuel (15% recommended)  Card stock Before beginning the assembly of your model, remove
Saito Glow Plug SAIP400S  Covering iron each part from its bag for inspection. Closely inspect the
Long Reach Glow Plug Wrench HAN2510  Dental floss fuselage, wing panels, rudder and stabilizer for damage. If
Metered Glow Driver XL with Charger HAN7115  Dish washing detergent you find any damaged or missing parts, contact the place
2-Cycle Sport Plug EVOGP1  Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm), 1/8-inch (3mm), of purchase.
Ultra Fuel Pump (gas and glow) HAN155 9/64-inch (3.5mm), 11/64-inch (4.5mm), If you find any wrinkles in the covering, use a heat gun
Evolution Oil EVOX1001Q 7/32-inch (5.5mm), 5/16 inch (8mm) (HAN100) and covering glove (HAN150) or covering iron
 Epoxy brushes (HAN101) with a sealing iron sock (HAN141) to remove
Optional Field Equipment  Felt-tipped pen them. Use caution while working around areas where the
 Flat file colors overlap to prevent separating the colors.
PowerPro™ 12V Starter HAN161
12V 7Ah Sealed Battery HAN102  Hex wrench: 1.5mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 5/32-inch
 Hobby knife with #11 blade Binding the Radio System
Power Panel HAN106
Blue Block After Run Oil EVOX1001  Hobby scissors
Before starting the assembly of your model, we recommend
Self-stick weights, 6 oz HAN3626  Hook and loop tape preparing your radio system for installation. This includes
Charger EFL3025  Isopropyl alcohol charging the transmitter and receiver batteries, as well as
Spray cleaner  Light machine oil centering the trims and sticks on your transmitter. If using
Paper towels  Low-tack tape a computer radio, make sure to reset a model memory
 Medium grit sandpaper and name it for this particular model. We also recommend
Required Adhesives  Mixing cups binding the transmitter and receiver at this time, following
 Mixing sticks the instructions provided with your radio system.
 30-minute Epoxy PAAPT39  Needle nose pliers
 Thin CA PAAPT08  Nut driver: 4mm, 7mm  We highly recommend re-binding the radio
 Medium CA PAAPT02  Open-end wrench: 10mm, 12mm, 1/2-inch system once all the control throws are set. This will
 Canopy Glue PAAPT56 keep the servos from moving to their endpoints
 Paper towels
 Silicone adhesive DEVS250 until the transmitter and receiver connect.
 Pencil
 Threadlock PAAPT42  Phillips screwdriver: #1, #2
Hardware/Accessory Sizes  Pin vise
 Propeller reamer
Main wheel diameter 27/8 in (73mm)  Rotary tool
Tail wheel diameter 11/4 in (32mm)  Ruler
Spinner diameter 23/4 in (70mm)  Sanding drum
Fuel tank size 14 oz (425cc)  Scissors
Wing tube size  Side cutters
Upper: 12mm x 371mm  Spray bottle
Lower: 12mm x 425mm  Square
 Straight edge
 Tie wraps
 Toothpicks
 T-pins
 Two-sided tape

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 Landing Gear Installation  3. Use medium CA to glue the landing gear cover in place  5. Position the wheel pant on the landing gear. The
on the bottom of the fuselage. recess of the wheel pant will fit snugly to the shape of the
Required Parts landing gear. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the location for
both the axle and wheel pant retaining bolt.
Fuselage Landing gear
M3 washer (2) Wheel pant (right and left)
Landing gear cover 75mm foam wheel (2)
20mm x 15mm plywood plate with M3 blind nut (2)
5/16-inch metal washer (2)
5/16-inch plywood washer (2)
5/32-inch wheel collar with setscrew (4)
5/32 x 11/2-inch axle (2) with nut (2)
M3 x 10 socket head machine screw (2)
Landing gear intersection fairing (right and left)

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.  4. Use hobby scissors to trim the landing gear
intersection fairings. Open the narrow end to allow the
fairing to fit over the landing gear. Trim as necessary so the  6. Use a drill and 5/16-inch (8mm) drill bit to drill the
fairing fits the contour of the fuselage. Use silicone adhesive hole for the axle, and a 1/8-inch (3mm) drill bit for the wheel
to glue the fairings to the fuselage. Use low-tack tape to hold pant mounting screw.
the fairing in position until the adhesive fully cures.

 2. Temporarily remove the three M4 x 20 socket head

screws from the fuselage. Use the M4 x 20 socket head
screws and a 3mm hex wrench to secure the landing gear to
the fuselage. Use threadlock on the screws to prevent them
from vibrating loose.

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  7. Fit the 20mm x 15mm plywood plate to the wheel  8. Remove the hardware from the axle. Use a flat file to  11. Position the wheel pant on the landing gear. Use
pant so the blind nut aligns with the mounting hole in the make a 1/4-inch (6mm) wide flat on the axle that is centered an M3 x 10 socket head screw and M3 washer to secure the
wheel pant. Use medium grit sandpaper to sand the plate 1 inch (25mm) from the hex on the axle. wheel pant to the landing gear. Use two 1/2-inch open-end
as necessary so the blind nut aligns with the hole in the wrenches to secure the axle to the landing gear. Make sure
pant. Use a small amount of 5-minute epoxy to glue the to position the setscrews in the wheel collars so they can be
plate inside the wheel pant, being careful not to get glue in checked periodically.
the blind nut.

 9. Place a drop of light machine oil on the axle. Secure

the wheel to the axle using the wheel collars remove earlier.
Tighten the setscrews using a 1.5mm hex wrench. Make
sure to use threadlock on the setscrews to prevent them  12. Repeat steps 5 through 11 to install the remaining
from vibrating loose. wheel and wheel pant.
 10. Place the 5/16-inch metal washer, then the 5/16-
inch plywood washer on the threaded portion of the axle. Fit
the assembly into the wheel pant. You may need to flex the
wheel pant open slightly to fit the axle in.

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 Tail Installation  3. Remove the tape from the elevators. Use a drill and  5. Place the hinges in the elevator, resting the T-pin
1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill a hole in the center of each against the leading edge of the elevator.
Required Parts hinge slot in the elevators and stabilizer. This provides a tunnel
for the CA to wick into when installing the hinges, creating a
Fuselage Stabilizer with elevators better bond between the hinges and surrounding wood.
Rudder with fin Black-covered balsa block
Bottom wing (right and left)
12mm x 420mm aluminum tube

 1. Locate the stabilizer and elevators. Separate the

elevators from the stabilizer. Remove the joiner wire and use
medium grit sandpaper to roughen the wire where it contacts
the elevators.

 6. Fit the elevators to the stabilizer. Check that the ends

of the elevator and stabilizer align, and that the trim aligns.

 4. Place a T-pin in the center of the six elevator hinges.

This will help center the hinges in the elevator and stabilizer.

 2. Mix a small amount of 5-minute epoxy. Apply the epoxy

to the joiner wire and to the elevators where the joiner wire
is installed. Place the joiner wire into each elevator half and
use a paper towel and isopropyl alcohol to remove any excess
epoxy. Use low-tack tape to keep the joiner wire in position
until the epoxy fully cures. Use a straight edge along the hinge
line to keep the elevators aligned while the epoxy cures.

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  7. Remove the T-pins from the hinges and make sure  9. Slide the wing into position on the fuselage. Make sure  11. Measure from the tip of the stabilizer to the wing tip
the gap between the elevators and stabilizer are as small as the wing is tight against the fuselage. Slide the remaining on both sides. These measurements must match exactly. If
possible. Saturate the top and bottom of each hinge using wing panel into position tightly against the fuselage. The they do not, reposition the stabilizer as necessary.
thin CA. Allow the CA to cure before proceeding. Check bottom wing is only installed so it can be used as a reference
that the hinges are secure by gently pulling on the control when installing the stabilizer.
surface. If not, apply thin CA to any hinges that are not glued
and recheck. Move the control surface through its range of
motion several times to break in the hinges. This will reduce
the initial load on the servo during your first flights.
A A

A=A
 Incorrectly aligning the stabilizer to the wing will
produce an aircraft requiring additional trim to fly
correctly and be detrimental to its flight characteristics.  12. Step back 8–10 feet (2–3 meters) and view the
Make sure to align the stabilizer as described. airframe from the rear. Check the alignment between the
 8. Slide the 12mm x 420mm aluminum tube into the stabilizer and wing to make sure they are aligned equally.
bottom wing panel. The tube socket has a cap on it, so do If not, lightly sand the stabilizer saddle to correct any
not force the tube in any farther than it will easily slide.  10. Slide the stabilizer in the slot in the fuselage. Center alignment issues.
the stabilizer in the slot. Note that the holes for mounting
the control horn are on the right side of the fuselage when
viewed from the top.
Check Alignment

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 13. Once the stabilizer has been aligned, use a felt-tipped  15. Mix 1/2 ounce (15mL) of 30-minute epoxy. Apply  17. Remove the rudder and hinges from the fin. Slide
pen to transfer the outline of the fuselage onto the top and epoxy to the exposed wood on both the top and bottom of the fin into position on the fuselage. Use a felt-tipped pen to
bottom of the stabilizer. the stabilizer. Slide the stabilizer into position in the fuselage. trace the outline of the fuselage on both sides of the fin.
Use a paper towel and isopropyl alcohol to remove any
excess epoxy before it cures. Recheck the alignment of the
stabilizer while the epoxy is curing to make sure it doesn’t
change position in the fuselage. Allow the epoxy to cure
before resuming building your model.

 14. Remove the stabilizer from the fuselage. Use a  18. Remove the fin from the fuselage. Use a hobby knife
hobby knife and a new #11 blade to trim the covering 1/16- and a new #11 blade to trim the covering 1/16 inch (1.5mm)
inch (1.5mm) inside the lines drawn in the previous step. below the lines drawn in the previous step. Remove the
Remove the covering, exposing the wood at the center of covering, exposing the wood at the bottom of the fin. Use a
the stabilizer. Use a paper towel and denatured alcohol to paper towel and denatured alcohol to remove the pen lines
remove the pen lines from the stabilizer and fuselage.  16. Remove the wings from the fuselage. Use a small from the fin and fuselage.
amount of medium CA to glue the black-covered balsa block
in position at the rear of the fuselage.

 Make sure to use a new #11 blade and  Make sure to use a new #11 blade and
use light pressure to trim only the covering. use light pressure to trim only the covering.
Avoid cutting into the underlying wood, which Avoid cutting into the underlying wood, which
could weaken the structure of your model. could weaken the structure of your model.

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  19. Mix 1/3 ounce (10mL) of 30-minute epoxy. Apply Tail Wheel and
the epoxy to the exposed wood at the bottom of the fin as Control Horn Installation
well as to the fuselage where the fin will come in contact
with the fuselage. Slide the fin into position. Use a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy Required Parts
from the fuselage. Use a square to check the alignment Fuselage assembly Control horn backplate (2)
of the fin to the stabilizer. Use low-tack tape, if necessary, Control horn (2) M2 x 12 machine screw (6)
to hold the fin in position until the epoxy fully cures. Use
a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess Tail wheel assembly Steering bracket
epoxy before it fully cures. N2 nut M2 x 15 machine screw
M3 x 12 self-tapping screws (2)

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 3. Position the tail wheel assembly at the rear of the
fuselage so the hinge point of the tiller arm aligns with the
rudder hinge line. The holes in the bracket will align with
the fuselage center line. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the
location for the two mounting screws on the fuselage.

 20. Repeat steps 4 through 7 to hinge the rudder to the

fin and fuselage. You will need to use a hobby knife with a
#11 blade to cut a slot in the fuselage for the bottom hinge
on the rudder.  2. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to attach the rudder and
elevator control horn using three M2 x 12 machine screws
and a control horn backplate for each control horn. It may
be necessary to use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill
bit to clear the holes if any of the hinges are blocking the
mounting holes.

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 4. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to drill the  6. Slide the steering bracket on the tail gear wire so Radio Installation
holes for the mounting screws. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver it is positioned 5/8-inch (8mm) from the end of the wire.
to thread an M3 x 12 self-tapping screw in each hole. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to drill the Required Parts
Remove the screw, then apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each hole through the rudder using the hole in the bracket as
hole to harden the surrounding wood. a guide. Secure the steering bracket using an M2 x 15 Fuselage assembly Receiver
machine screw and M2 nut. Tighten the screw using a #1 Receiver battery Switch harness
Phillips screwdriver and 4mm nut driver. Make sure to use Servo with hardware (3)
threadlock on the nut to prevent it from vibrating loose. 3-inch (76mm) servo extension (2)
Slide the wheel collar against the tail wheel bracket and use
a 1.5mm hex wrench to tighten the setscrew, securing the  1. Remove the canopy from the fuselage. Use a #1
position of the wheel collar. Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo mounting screw in
each of the holes in the fuselage for the servo mounting
screws. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each hole to harden
the surrounding wood.

 5. Mount the tail wheel bracket using two M3 x 12 self-

tapping screws. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten
the screws.

 You do not need to prepare the holes for the throttle

servo when building the model for electric power.

 2. Install the grommets and brass eyelets in the rudder

and elevator servos. Use the screws provided with the
servos to secure them in the fuselage. Make sure the servo
output shaft faces the front of the fuselage for both servos.
Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws.

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  3. Mount the receiver in the fuselage using a hook  4. Use the radio system to center the rudder and  6. Repeat step 5 to connect the clevis to the middle hole
and loop strap and 1/4 inch (6mm) of foam rubber (not elevator servos. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill of the rudder control horn.
included). Plug the rudder and elevator servo into the bit to enlarge the hole 1/2 inch (13mm) from the center
appropriate ports of the receiver. Plug a 3-inch (76mm) of a 4-sided servo horn. Remove the excess arms from
extension in the ports that will be used for the aileron the horn so they won’t interfere with the operation of the
servos. The remote receiver is mounted using hook and loop servos. Connect the Z-bend of the rudder and elevator
tape (not included) inside of the fuselage above the servos. pushrod to the servo horn. Attach the horns to the servos
Make sure the antenna of the remote receiver is positioned at using the screws provided with the servos and a #1
a different angle than the main receiver for the best operation Phillips screwdriver.
of your radio system.

 The following steps illustrate installing the

switch harness, battery and throttle servo for the
glow-powered version of your model. If you are
building for electric power, skip to the next section
of the manual to install the aileron servos.

 5. With the radio system on and the elevator servo  7. Install the throttle servo in the fuselage using the
centered, attach the clevis to the outer hole of the elevator screws included with the servo and a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
control horn. Adjust the clevis so the elevator is aligned The output shaft of the servo faces to the front of the
with the stabilizer. Once the clevis is set, slide the silicone fuselage. Plug the servo into the throttle port of the receiver.
retainer over the forks of the clevis to keep the clevis from
opening accidentally. Apply threadlock to the nut and clevis
to prevent them from vibrating loose. Use pliers to tighten
the nut against the clevis to prevent it from vibrating and
changing position.

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 8. Mount the switch harness in the fuselage using Aileron Servo Installation  3. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the four M2
the hardware provided with the switch and a #1 Phillips x 12 self-tapping screws holding the aileron servo cover to
screwdriver. There are two different locations in the fuselage Required Parts the wing. Apply 1–2 drops of thin CA in each screw hole to
for the switch, so use the one best suited for your switch. harden the surrounding wood.
Plug the switch into the battery port of the receiver. Control horn (2) M3 nut (4)
Servo with hardware (2)
3-inch (76mm) servo extension (2)
Bottom wing (right and left)
3mm metal clevis with silicone tubing (4)
3mm x 70mm threaded rod (2)
M2 x 12 self-tapping screw (6)

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 4. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo

 9. Wrap the receiver battery in 1/4-inch (6mm) foam. Use mounting screw into each of the holes for mounting the
a hook and loop strap (not included) to secure the battery in aileron servo. Remove the screw, then apply 1–2 drops of
the fuselage. Secure the lead from the battery to the switch thin CA to each hole to harden the surrounding wood.
harness using string or dental floss so it will not accidentally
disconnect inside the fuselage.

 2. Hinge the aileron following the procedure found

in the section “Tail Installation.” Fit the aileron to the wing.
Before gluing the hinges, make sure the ends of the aileron
are spaced evenly in the opening.

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  5. Prepare the aileron servo by installing the grommets  7. Use the radio system to center the aileron servo.  9. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread an M2 x 12
and brass eyelets. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and the Attach the servo horn so it is perpendicular to the servo self-tapping screw in each of the three control horn mounting
screws included with the servo to secure the servo to the center line. Use side cutters to remove any arms from the holes. Be careful not to thread the screws through the top of
cover. Make sure the output shaft for the servo aligns with horn that may interfere with the operation of the servo. The the aileron. Remove the screws, then apply 2–3 drops of thin
the opening in the aileron servo cover. clevis for the aileron pushrod will attach to the hole on a CA in each hole to harden the surrounding wood.
4-way servo horn that is 19/32 inch (15mm) from the center
of the horn.

 6. Secure a 3-inch (76mm) servo extension to the  10. Mount the aileron control horn using three M2 x
aileron servo lead using string or dental floss so it does not 12 self-tapping screws and a #1 Phillips screwdriver.
disconnect inside the wing accidentally.  8. Tie the string located in the wing around the end
of the aileron servo extension. Use the string to pull the
extension and servo lead through the wing. Secure the aileron
servo and cover to the wing using the M2 x 12 self-tapping
screws removed in step 3 and a #1 Phillips screwdriver.

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 11. Thread a clevis on each end of the 3mm x 70mm Cabane Strut Installation  3. Place the cabane struts in position, noting their
threaded rod. Set the distance between the pins of the position as shown in the photo. Loosely install the four
clevises so they are 35/8 inches (92mm) apart. Make sure Required Parts M3 x 10 socket head machine screws and M3 washers.
each clevis is threaded equally on the rod. Leave the hardware loose so the struts can be positioned
Fuselage assembly Cabane strut (right and left) while installing the upper wing center rib. Make sure to use
M3 nut (2) M3 washer (4) threadlock on the screws so they won’t vibrate loose.
Upper wing center rib
M3 x 10 socket head screw (6)

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 12. Connect the servo to the control horn using the

linkage prepared in the previous step. With the aileron servo
centered, fine-tune the length of the linkage so the aileron is
centered. Make sure there is an equal amount of thread in
each clevis. Once the length of the linkage is set, use pliers
to tighten the M3 nuts against the clevises so they don’t
vibrate and change position. Use threadlock on the nuts  2. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to remove the
and clevises to prevent them from vibrating loose. Slide the covering on the top of the fuselage so the cabane struts
silicone retainers over the forks of the clevises so they don’t can be inserted into the fuselage. We recommend using a
open accidentally in flight. trim seal tool to iron the covering neatly into the openings
in the fuselage.

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  4. Place the upper center wing rib in position on the Electric Power Installation  3. Place the wood tray in the fuselage, guiding the tab on
cabane struts. Start the M3 x 10 socket head screws that the tray into the slot near the front of the fuselage. Use two
secure the rib to the cabane struts. Required Parts M3 x 15 socket head screws and two M3 washers to secure
the tray at the rear. Make sure to use threadlock before
Fuselage assembly Wood tray tightening the screws, using a 2.5mm hex wrench.
Wood box M4 blind nut (4)
M3 washer (2) Hook and loop strap (2)
Plywood engine template Triangle stock, 300mm
Motor battery (2) Speed control with connectors
Tie wraps (not included)
9-inch (228mm) servo extension
Hook and loop tape (not included)
Power 90 motor with hardware
M4 x 25 socket head screw (4)
M3 x 15 socket head screw (2)

 5. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench to slowly tighten the  1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.
hardware securing the cabane struts in position on the
fuselage. You may want to use hemostats to hold the M3  4. Use low-tack tape to secure the plywood engine
nuts when using them to attach the upper center wing rib template to the firewall, making sure it is centered. Use a
to the struts. Again, make sure to use threadlock on all the drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the four pilot
fasteners to prevent them from vibrating loose. holes for the wood box mounting screws.

 2. Place the two hook and loop straps on the wood tray.

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 5. Remove the template from the fuselage. Use a 7/32-  7. Use a razor saw to cut the triangle stock to the length  9. Solder any necessary connectors on the speed control.
inch (5.5mm) drill bit to enlarge the holes in the firewall. of each side of the wood box. Use 5-minute epoxy to glue Mount the speed control following the suggestions included
the pieces to the wood box and firewall. Allow the epoxy to with the speed control. Connect the speed control to the
fully cure before proceeding. motor. Use a 9-inch (228mm) servo extension to connect the
lead from the speed control to the receiver. Route the motor
leads so they don’t interfere with the operation of the motor
or installation of the cowling.

 6. Use the four M4 x 25 socket head bolts, four M4

washers and four M4 blind nuts to secure the wood box to
the firewall. Tighten the screws using a 3mm hex wrench,  8. Prepare the motor following the instructions included
making sure to draw the barbs of the blind nuts into the with the motor. Attach the motor to the wood box using
back-side of the firewall. Use threadlock on the screws to the hardware included with the motor. Make sure to use
prevent them from vibrating loose. threadlock on all metal-to-metal fasteners to prevent them  10. Secure the two motor batteries in the fuselage using
from vibrating loose. the hook and loop straps. Use hook and loop tape (not
included) to keep the batteries from sliding on the plate.
Connect the batteries to the speed control using a Y-harness.

 Once the motor and batteries have been

installed, skip to the section “Cowling Installation,”
as the following sections cover the installation
of a glow engine and its related components.

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 4-Stroke Engine Installation  3. Remove the template from the fuselage. Use a 7/32-  5. Attach the right and left engine mounts to the firewall
inch (5.5mm) drill bit to enlarge the holes in the firewall. using four M4 x 30 machine screws, four M4 washers and
Required Parts four M4 blind nuts. Note the position of the mounts as
shown in the photo with the rails toward the left side of the
Fuselage assembly Engine mount (right and left) fuselage. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the bolts,
M4 washer (12) M4 blind nut (4) drawing the prongs from the blind nuts into the back-side
M4 lock nut (4) M4 x 30 machine screw (8) of the firewall. Make sure to use threadlock on the bolts to
Engine prevent them from vibrating loose.

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 4. Use a ruler to measure up 2 inches (51mm) and over

13/16 inches (30mm). Use a drill and 5/32-inch (4mm) drill bit
to drill the hole for the throttle pushrod.

 6. Check the position of the carburetor on your engine.

It may be necessary to turn the carburetor around to match
 2. Use low-tack tape to secure the plywood engine the position shown. Follow the instructions provided with the
template to the firewall, making sure it is centered. Use a engine for the correct procedure if necessary.
drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the four pilot
holes for the wood box mounting screws.

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 7. Position the engine on the engine mount rails so the  9. Attach the engine to the engine mount using four Fuel Tank Installation
face of the drive washer is 511/16 inches (145mm) from the M4 x 30 machine screws, four M4 lock nuts and eight M4
firewall. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the locations for the washers. Place the washers between the head of the bolts Required Parts
engine mounting screws on the engine mount rails. and engine mounting lugs, and between the mount rails and
nuts. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver and 7mm nut driver to Fuselage assembly Fuel tank
tighten the hardware. Stopper assembly Clunk
Fuel tubing, 550mm Plywood fuel tank former
Plywood fuel tank retainer

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 8. Remove the engine. Use a drill and 5/32-inch (4mm)

drill bit to drill the holes for the engine mounting hardware in
the engine mount rails.

 2. Carefully bend the tubes on the stopper. One will be

directed toward the top of the tank (vent tube) and the other
toward the bottom (fill tube). Use a tubing bender to avoid
kinking the tubing while bending.

 We recommend removing the mounts

from the firewall and using a drill press
to drill the holes for best results.

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  3. Attach the clunk to the straight line (carburetor tube)  5. Cut three 41/2 inch (114mm) pieces of fuel tubing.  7. Place the former in the fuselage with the hole in the
using a piece of fuel tubing. Cut the fuel tubing so the Attach the fuel tubing to the tubes on the tank. former on the right, lined up with the arm on the carburetor.
distance between the back of the small disk and the end of Position the former in the center of the openings on the
the clunk measures 43/4 inches (120mm) as a starting point. sides of the fuselage, but do not glue the former at this time.

 6. Prepare the plywood fuel tank former by drilling a hole

that is 7/8 inch (22mm) from the side and 17/16 inch (32mm)
 4. Fit the stopper in the fuel tank. It may be necessary to from the bottom using a pin vise and 5/32-inch (4mm) drill  8. Slide the fuel tank into the fuselage, guiding the tubing
rotate the bent tubes to insert the stopper. The tubes should bit. Note the orientation of the former before drilling the hole. through the hole in the firewall. Make sure the neck of the
be close but not touch the top and bottom of the tank. It may tank is seated in the opening of the firewall.
be necessary to bend them slightly or even use a short piece
of tubing on the tubes to achieve this. Check that the clunk
is close to the rear of the tank and can move freely within
the tank to allow for consistent fuel draw. Once set, use a
#1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screw to secure the
stopper. Do not over-tighten the stopper and distort or split
the neck of the tank.

Add fuel tubing to reach bottom

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 9. Position the plywood fuel tank retainer so the tabs are Throttle Pushrod Installation  3. Slide the pushrod tube through the holes in the firewall
inserted into the slots on the tank former. The retainer will and plywood fuel tank former. Leave 1/16 inch (1.5mm) of
keep the tank from sliding rearward in the fuselage. The tabs Required Parts the pushrod forward of the firewall. Use medium CA to glue
on the retainer should engage the former. If not, reposition the pushrod into position.
the former as necessary. Once the position of the pieces has Fuselage assembly Plywood pushrod standoff
been set, use medium CA to glue the former to the fuselage 1.5mm x 750mm rod with nylon housing
and the retainer to the former. It will be necessary to use a Pushrod connector with setscrew and m2 nuts
hobby knife with a #11 blade to trim the tab off the rear of
the fuel tank.  1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 4. Slide the pushrod wire through the tube. The Z-bend in

the pushrod will connect to the center hole of the carburetor
arm. You may need to remove the engine or arm to connect
the wire.

 2. Use medium sandpaper to sand three sections that

are 1/4 inch (6mm) wide on the pushrod tube. The first
is the end of the pushrod. The next two are 51/2 inches
(140mm) and 91/4 inches (324mm) from the end as shown.
This will allow the CA to adhere to the pushrod when it is
glued into position.

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  5. Attach the pushrod connector to the servo arm so it is  7. Use the radio to move the servo to the fully open Cowling Installation
located 5/8 inch (16mm) from the center of the arm. Make position. Move the linkage to open the carburetor. Use a
sure the connector can rotate freely. Use a drop of medium 2mm hex wrench to tighten the setscrew, securing the Required Parts (all)
CA applied with a toothpick to secure the nut on the bottom pushrod wire. Check the operation of the carburetor using
of the arm. the radio system to make sure the throttle moves freely from Fuselage assembly Cowling
open to closed. Use the ATV setting in the radio if necessary Spinner assembly M3 x 8 self-tapping screw (4)
to make small adjustment.
Required Parts (glow only)
Muffler Baffle
Fuel dot (not included)
90-degree muffler header (not included)
Glow plug adapter (not included)
Exhaust diverter (not included)

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.

 6. Slide the plywood pushrod standoff on the tube.

Center the throttle servo and secure the servo arm so it is
perpendicular to the servo centerline when the throttle stick  8. Use medium CA to glue the pushrod standoff to the
and trim are centered. Make sure to slide the pushrod wire inside of the fuselage and the pushrod tube.
through the connector before securing the arm using the
screw provided with the servo and a #1 Phillips screwdriver.

 2. Slide the cowling on the fuselage. Place the spinner

backplate on the motor shaft so it can be used to align
the cowling.

 Use wire cutters to trim the length of the wire

if necessary. Make sure to leave enough wire to
ensure the linkage can be connected properly.

 It may be necessary to remove the needle

valve when a glow engine has been installed.
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 3. With the spinner backplate tight against the engine drive  5. Remove the spinner backplate and cowl. Use a drill  7. Use hobby scissors and a rotary tool with a sanding
washer, position the cowl so there is a 1/16-inch (1.5mm) gap and 5/32-inch (2mm) drill bit to drill the holes in the cowl drum to remove material from the bottom of the cowl.
between the cowl and spinner backplate. Make sure the gap is mounting blocks for the cowl mounting screws. The opening should be 41/8 inches (105mm) in width and
even and that the cowl is aligned with the backplate. be 31/2 inches (90mm) forward of the rear edge of the
cowling to provide enough area for air to pass over the
engine for cooling.

 6. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread an M3 x 8 self-

 4. Use a pencil to mark the locations on the cowl tapping screw in each hole. Remove the screw, then apply 2–3
mounting blocks. drops of thin CA in each hole to harden the surrounding wood.
 8. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade and a rotary tool
with a sanding drum to cut a 1/2-inch (13mm) wide opening
from the painted air inlet for air flow into the cowl.

 Using a small piece of masking tape  The following steps are only necessary if your are
on the blocks before installing the cowl installing a glow engine in your aircraft. If you have
will make it easier to see the marks. elected to install the EP option, skip to Step 13.

 It may be necessary to cut an opening in

the cowl to clear the head of the engine or valve
covers, depending on your choice of engines.

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  9. Use silicone adhesive to glue the baffle into the  11. At this time you will need to decide if you will be  13. Slide the cowl on the fuselage and use the four M3 x
cowling to direct air over the head of the engine. Allow the cutting a hole in the cowling for glow plug access, or use a 8 self-tapping screws and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to attach
adhesive to fully cure before proceeding. The top and bottom remote adapter so it can be accessed remotely. The adapter the cowl. Use a felt-tip pen to mark the locations for the
of the baffle should be aligned parallel with the upper and is shown here, eliminating the need for a hole in the cowling items indicated in the previous step.
lower edges of the cowl opening. for the glow plug. The additional weight of the adapter may
require tail weight to achieve the desired center of gravity.

 14. Remove the cowl and cut out any areas that were
 10. Attach the muffler to the engine using a 90 degree marked in the previous step. Mount the fuel filler dot on the
exhaust adapter. We also added an exhaust diverter to direct  12. Use card stock to locate any items that may need to cowl where it can be easily accessed. Place the cowl back on
the exhaust out of the bottom of the cowl. Connect the line be accessed from the outside of the cowl. the fuselage and secure it as instructed in the previous step.
from the vent to the muffler, and the line from the clunk to
the carburetor.

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 15. Mount the spinner and propeller. Use open-end or Wing Installation  3. Attach the wing strut to the top of the bottom wing
box wrenches to tighten the propeller nut. Check the fit of panel using an M3 x 45 machine screw. Use a #1 Phillips
the spinner to the propeller,. It may be necessary to trim the Required Parts (all) screwdriver to tighten the screw.
opening for the propeller. The propeller must not contact
the spinner cone when it is installed. The spinner is held in Fuselage assembly Aluminum wing tube, 420mm
position using two M3 x 12 self-tapping screws. Tighten the M3 washer (3) Aluminum wing tube, 370mm
screws using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Interplane strut (2) M3 x 45 machine screw (4)
M3 nut (4)
2.6mm x 16mm aluminum pin (8)
3mm x 270mm threaded rod
Metal clevis with silicone tubing (4)
M3 x 10 socket head machine screw (3)
Wing transport frame with rubber bands (2)
Bottom wing panel (right and left)
Top wing panel (right and left)

 1. Locate the items for this section of the manual.  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to prepare the remaining wing
panel for installation.
 5. Slide the 420mm aluminum tube into the bottom wing
panel. The tube socket has a cap on it, so do not force the
tube in any farther than it will easily slide.

 2. Insert two 2.6mm x 16mm aluminum pins in the

bottom of the interplane strut. Use a very small amount of
medium CA to secure the pins. Make sure the CA has fully
cured before proceeding.

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  6. Slide the wing into position on the fuselage. Slide  8. Place the four remaining 2.6mm x 16mm aluminum  10. Thread a clevis on each end of a 3mm x 270mm
the wing tight against the fuselage. Use an M3 x 12 socket pins into the struts. Slide the 370mm aluminum tube threaded rod. Connect the rod between the top and bottom
head machine screw and M3 washer to secure the wing in into the top wing panel. Slide the tube through the upper ailerons. With the radio system on and the bottom aileron
position. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench to tighten the screw. center wing rib. Guide the interplane strut into position, centered, adjust the length to center the top aileron. Once
Connect the aileron servo extension to the receiver at this then secure it using an M3 x 45mm machine screw and #1 centered, slide the silicone tubing over the forks of the clevis
time. Phillips screwdriver. to prevent it from opening accidentally. Apply threadlock on
the nuts and clevises to prevent them from vibrating loose.
Use needle nose pliers to tighten the nut against the clevis to
prevent it from vibrating and changing positions.

 7. Attach the remaining bottom wing panel to the fuselage  9. Install the remaining top wing panel. Use an M3 x 45
using an M3 x 12 socket head machine screw and M3 machine screw and #1 Phillips screwdriver to secure the
washer. Tighten the screw using a 2.5mm hex wrench. interplane strut. The right and left upper wing panels are
connected using an M3 x 12 socket head machine screw and  11. Repeat step 10 to install the remaining aileron
M3 washer. Tighten the screw using a 2.5mm hex wrench. linkage. Place the canopy back on the fuselage to complete
the assembly of your model.

 When installing the top wing, the pins

will be in position in the interplane struts.
Use care not to damage the covering on the
bottom of the top wing during installation.

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Removing the Wing Panels  13. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench to remove the three Center of Gravity
M3 screws that attach the panels to the fuselage and center
 12. Locate the wing transport frames and rubber section. Slide the panels from the tubes and disconnect the Required Parts
bands. Slide the frames between the top and bottom wing as servo lead for the aileron servo.
shown. Use a rubber band to hold the frame to the top and Top wing assembly Bottom wing assembly
bottom wing. Fuselage assembly

An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is

properly balancing the model.

CAUTION: Do not inadvertently skip this step!

 1. Attach the wings to the fuselage using the M3

hardware as described in the section “Wing Installation.”
Make sure to connect the leads from the aileron to the
appropriate leads from the receiver.
 Using the transport frames allow the  2. The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location
removal of the wings without the need to for your model is 51/4 inches (133mm) back from the
remove the aileron linkage and the interplane leading edge of the top wing at the center. Mark the
strut between the top and bottom wings. location of the CG on the bottom of the wing with a felt-
tipped pen.
 14. Repeat Steps 12 and 13 to remove the remaining
wing panels from the fuselage.

 To reattach the wings, simply perform

Steps 12 through 14 in reverse order.

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  3. When balancing your model, make sure it is assembled Control Throws These are general guidelines measured from our own flight
and ready for flight. Support the plane inverted at the marks tests. You can experiment with higher rates to match your
made on the wing with your fingers, or use a commercially  1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your model. preferred style of flying.
available balancing stand. This is the correct balance point Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter.
for your model. When the stick is moved to the right, the rudder should
 Travel Adjust and Sub-Trims are not listed and
should be adjusted according to each individual
also move right. Reverse the direction of the servo at the
model and preference. Always install the control
transmitter if necessary.
horns 90 degrees to the servo centerline. Use
 2. Check the movement of the elevator with the radio sub-trim as a last resort to center the servos.
system. Moving the elevator stick toward the bottom of the
transmitter will make the airplane elevator move up.  We highly recommend re-binding the radio
 3. Check the movement of the ailerons with the radio system once all the control throws are set. This will
system. Moving the aileron stick to the right will make the keep the servos from moving to their endpoints
right aileron move up and the left aileron move down. until the transmitter and receiver connect.

 4. Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator, ailerons

and rudder.
Aileron:
 4. You should find the CG to be very close with the High Rate:
components installed as shown in this manual. If the nose Up: 7/8 inches 22 mm
of your aircraft hangs low, add weight to the rear of the Down: 7/8 inches 22 mm
aircraft. If the tail hangs low, add weight to the nose of the Low Rate:
aircraft. Self-stick weights (HAN3626) are available at your
Up: 19/32 inches 15 mm
local hobby store and work well for this purpose.
Down: 19/32 inches 15 mm
After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted for
your personal preference. Use a balance point between Elevator:
5–51/2-inch (127mm–140mm) will maintain great flying
characteristics. High Rate:
Up: 13/8 inches 35 mm
Moving the CG aft of the rear limit will enhance the
Down: 13/8 inches 35 mm
model’s snap roll and tumbling characteristics, but low
speed handling will become more difficult, particularly in Low Rate:
the landing phase. Use caution if experimenting with CG Up: 1 inches 25 mm
positions rearward of the recommended range. Down: 1 inches 25 mm
Rudder:
High Rate:
Right: 17/8 inches 47 mm
Left: 17/8 inches 47 mm
Low Rate:
Right: 13/8 inches 35 mm
Left: 13/8 inches 35 mm

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 Preflight Safety Do’s and Don’ts for Pilots Limited Warranty
• Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a What this Warranty Covers
Check Your Radio
location to fly your aircraft. Horizon Hobby, Inc. (“Horizon”) warrants to the original
Before going to the field, ensure your batteries are fully
• Check all control surfaces prior to each takeoff. purchaser that the product purchased (the “Product”) will be
charged per your radio’s instructions. Charge the transmitter
and motor battery for your airplane. Use the recommended free from defects in materials and workmanship at the date
• Do not fly your model near spectators, parking areas or of purchase.
charger supplied with your particular radio system, following any other area that could result in injury to people or
the instructions provided with the radio. In most cases, the What is Not Covered
damage of property.
radio should be charged the night before going out flying.
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i)
Prior to each flying session, make sure to range check •  o not fly during adverse weather conditions. Poor
D
cosmetic damage, (ii) damage due to acts of God, accident,
your radio. See your radio manual for the recommended visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of
misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use, or due to
range and instructions for your radio system. Each radio your aircraft. Strong winds can cause similar problems.
improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii)
manufacturer specifies different procedures for their radio modification of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted
• Do not take chances. If at any time during flight
systems. Next, run the motor. With the model securely
you observe any erratic or abnormal operation, land service by anyone other than a Horizon Hobby authorized
anchored, check the range again. The range test should not
be significantly affected. If it is, don’t attempt to fly! Have immediately and do not resume flight until the cause of service center, or (v) Products not purchased from an
your radio equipment checked out by the manufacturer. the problem has been ascertained and corrected. Safety authorized Horizon dealer.
can never be taken lightly. OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON
Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder and
throttle) move in the correct direction. • Do not fly near power lines. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND
HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
Check the radio installation and make sure all the control INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED
surfaces are moving correctly (i.e., the correct direction and Daily Flight Checks
WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY
with the recommended throws). AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE
• 1 . Check the battery voltage of the transmitter battery.
Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises to Do not fly below the manufacturer’s recommended PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE
make sure they are secure and in good condition. voltage. To do so can crash your aircraft. DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET
THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
Range Test Your Radio When you check these batteries, ensure you have the Purchaser’s Remedy
polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter.
Before each flying session, and especially with a new model, Horizon’s sole obligation and purchaser’s sole and
it is important to perform a range check. It is helpful to have • 2 . Check all hardware (linkages, screws, nuts, and bolts) exclusive remedy shall be that Horizon will, at its option,
another person available to assist during the range check. If prior to each day’s flight. Ensure that binding does not either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined
you are using a Spektrum transmitter, please refer to your occur and that all parts are properly secured. by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right
transmitter’s manual for detailed instructions on the range to inspect any and all Product(s) involved in a warranty
check process. • 3. Ensure all surfaces are moving in the
proper manner. claim. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole
discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required
• 4 . Perform a ground range check before each day’s for all warranty claims. SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT
flying session. AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
• 5. Prior to starting your aircraft, turn off your PURCHASER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
transmitter, then turn it back on. Do this each time you
start your aircraft. If any critical switches are on without
your knowledge, the transmitter alarm will sound a
warning.
• 6. Check that all trim levers are in the proper location.
• 7 . All servo pigtails and switch harness plugs should be
secured in the receiver. Make sure the switch harness
moves freely in both directions.

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 Limitation of Liability Warranty Services Warranty Requirements

HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, Questions, Assistance, and Services For Warranty consideration, you must include
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF your original sales receipt verifying the proof-
PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot of-purchase date. Provided warranty conditions have
WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED provide warranty support or service. Once assembly, setup been met, your Product will be serviced or replaced free
IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT or use of the Product has been started, you must contact of charge. Service or replacement decisions are at the sole
LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon to better answer discretion of Horizon.
IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF your questions and service you in the event that you may Non-Warranty Service
SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of need any assistance. For questions or assistance, please
Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which direct your email to [email protected], or Should your service not be covered by warranty
liability is asserted. As Horizon has no control over use, call 877.504.0233 toll free to speak to a Product Support service will be completed and payment will be
setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no liability representative. You may also find information on our website required without notification or estimate of the
shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or at www.horizonhobby.com. expense unless the expense exceeds 50% of
injury. By the act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts Inspection or Services the retail purchase cost. By submitting the item
all resulting liability. If you as the purchaser or user are for service you are agreeing to payment of the service
not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced, please without notification. Service estimates are available upon
of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product use the Horizon Online Service Request submission process request. You must include this request with your item
immediately in new and unused condition to the place of found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return submitted for service. Non-warranty service estimates will
purchase. Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product be billed a minimum of ½ hour of labor. In addition you
Law securely using a shipping carton. Please note that original will be billed for return freight. Horizon accepts money
boxes may be included, but are not designed to withstand orders and cashiers checks, as well as Visa, MasterCard,
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship American Express, and Discover cards. By submitting any
conflict of law principals). This warranty gives you specific via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost item to Horizon for service, you are agreeing to Horizon’s
legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary or damaged parcels, as Horizon is not responsible for Terms and Conditions found on our website http://www.
from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at our facility. horizonhobby.com/Service/Request.
modify this warranty at any time without notice. An Online Service Request is available at http://www. United States
horizonhobby.com under the Support tab. If you do not have
internet access, please contact Horizon Product Support to (Electronics and engines)
obtain a RMA number along with instructions for submitting Horizon Service Center
your product for service. When calling Horizon, you will be 4105 Fieldstone Rd
asked to provide your complete name, street address, email Champaign, Illinois
address and phone number where you can be reached during 61822 USA
business hours. When sending product into Horizon, please [email protected]
include your RMA number, a list of the included items, and a 877-504-0233
brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales Online Repair Request visit:
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your name, address, and RMA number are clearly written on
the outside of the shipping carton.
(All other products)
Notice: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon Product Support
Horizon. If you have any issue with a LiPo 4105 Fieldstone Rd
battery, please contact the appropriate Champaign, Illinois
Horizon Product Support office. 61822 USA
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877-504-0233

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United Kingdom Academy of Model Aeronautics • Rocket motors (using solid propellant) up to a G-series size may
Horizon Hobby Limited be used provided they remain attached to the model during flight.
National Model Aircraft Safety Code Model rockets may be flown in accordance with the National
Units 1-4 Ployters Rd
Model Rocketry Safety Code but may not be launched from model
Staple Tye Effective January 1, 2011 aircraft.
Harlow, Essex
A. GENERAL • Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized
CM18 7NS
to use devices and practices as defined within the Team AMA
United Kingdom A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying aircraft capable Program Document (AMA Document #718).
[email protected] of sustained flight in the atmosphere. It may not exceed (j) Not operate a turbine-powered aircraft, unless in compliance
+44 (0) 1279 641 097 limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for with the AMA turbine regulations. (AMA Document #510-A).
Germany sport, recreation and/or competition. All model flights must
be conducted in accordance with this safety code and any 3. Model aircraft will not be flown in AMA sanctioned events, air
Horizon Technischer Service additional rules specific to the flying site. shows or model demonstrations unless:
Hamburger Str. 10 (a) The aircraft, control system and pilot skills have successfully
25335 Elmshorn 1. Model aircraft will not be flown:
demonstrated all maneuvers intended or anticipated prior to the
Germany (a) In a careless or reckless manner. specific event.
[email protected] (b) At a location where model aircraft activities are prohibited. (b) An inexperienced pilot is assisted by an experienced pilot.
+49 4121 46199 66 2. Model aircraft pilots will: 4. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly
France (a) Yield the right of way to all man carrying aircraft. worn and fastened. They must be OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or
b) See and avoid all aircraft and a spotter must be used when NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards.
Horizon Hobby SAS
appropriate. (AMA Document #540-D-See and Avoid Guidance.)
14 Rue Gustave Eiffel B. RADIO CONTROL (RC)
(c) Not fly higher than approximately 400 feet above ground
Zone d’Activité du Réveil Matin
level within three (3) miles of an airport, without notifying the 1. All pilots shall avoid flying directly over unprotected people,
91230 Montgeron airport operator.
+33 (0) 1 60 47 44 70 vessels, vehicles or structures and shall avoid endangerment of
(d) Not interfere with operations and traffic patterns at any life and property of others.
airport, heliport or seaplane base except where there is a mixed
Compliance Information for the use agreement. 2. A successful radio equipment ground-range check in accordance
European Union with manufacturer’s recommendations will be completed before
(e) Not exceed a takeoff weight, including fuel, of 55 pounds
the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft.
unless in compliance with the AMA Large Model Aircraft
program. (AMA Document 520-A) 3. At all flying sites a safety line(s) must be established in front of
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by (f) Ensure the aircraft is identified with the name and address or which all flying takes place (AMA Document #706-Recommended
Users in the European Union AMA number of the owner on the inside or affixed to the outside Field Layout):
of the model aircraft. (This does not apply to model aircraft (a) Only personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are
This product must not be disposed of with other waste. allowed at or in front of the safety line.
flown indoors).
Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their
(g) Not operate aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with (b) At air shows or demonstrations, a straight safety line must
waste equipment by handing it over to a designated
gaseous boosts except for helicopters operated under the be established.
collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and
provisions of AMA Document #555. (c) An area away from the safety line must be maintained for
electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling
(h) Not operate model aircraft while under the influence of spectators.
of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to
conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in alcohol or while using any drug which could adversely affect the (d) Intentional flying behind the safety line is prohibited.
a manner that protects human health and the environment. pilot’s ability to safely control the model.
4. RC model aircraft must use the radio-control frequencies
For more information about where you can drop off your (i) Not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city explode or burn, or any device which propels a projectile or (FCC). Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are
office, your household waste disposal service or where you drops any object that creates a hazard to persons or property. authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.
purchased the product. Exceptions: 5. RC model aircraft will not operate within three (3) miles of
• Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke and are any pre-existing flying site without a frequency-management
securely attached to the model aircraft during flight. agreement (AMA Documents #922- Testing for RF Interference;
#923- Frequency Management Agreement)

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 6. With the exception of events flown under official AMA Building and Flying Notes
Competition Regulations, excluding takeoff and landing, no
powered model may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any
individual, except for the pilot and the pilot’s helper(s) located at
the flight line.
7. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a
model aircraft in flight while it is still under power, except to
divert it from striking an individual. This does not apply to model
aircraft flown indoors.
8. RC night flying requires a lighting system providing the pilot with
a clear view of the model’s attitude and orientation at all times.
9. The pilot of a RC model aircraft shall:
(a) Maintain control during the entire flight, maintaining visual
contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses
prescribed for the pilot.
(b) Fly using the assistance of a camera or First-Person View
(FPV) only in accordance with the procedures outlined in AMA
Document #550.

C. FREE FLIGHT
1. Must be at least 100 feet downwind of spectators and automobile
parking when the model aircraft is launched.
2. Launch area must be clear of all individuals except mechanics,
officials, and other fliers.
3. An effective device will be used to extinguish any fuse on the
model aircraft after the fuse has completed its function.

D. CONTROL LINE
1. The complete control system (including the safety thong where
applicable) must have an inspection and pull test prior to flying.
2. The pull test will be in accordance with the current Competition
Regulations for the applicable model aircraft category.
3. Model aircraft not fitting a specific category shall use those
pull-test requirements as indicated for Control Line Precision
Aerobatics.
4. The flying area must be clear of all utility wires or poles and a
model aircraft will not be flown closer than 50 feet to any above-
ground electric utility lines.
5. The flying area must be clear of all nonessential participants and
spectators before the engine is started.

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