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Minimum 6 channel radio for airplane with 2 standard servos and four servo mini. Includes engine/motor requirements.
Lists glues like Thread locker, CA, Epoxy, and tools such as hobby knife, pliers, screwdriver, scissors, and cutters.
Explains symbols for drilling, glue types, covering removal, left/right assembly, and parts not included.
Provides conversion between millimeters and fractional inches for measurements used in the manual.
Attaching the nose gear strut assembly to the fuselage using 3x20mm screws.
Securing engine mount beams to the firewall, ensuring proper alignment and distance.
Marking and drilling 6mm holes on the firewall for engine mount beam attachment.
Inserting blind nuts and securing engine mount beams with 4x25mm screws.
Positioning the engine with a 130mm prop hub to firewall distance and marking drill points.
Drilling 3mm holes perpendicular to the engine mount beam for engine attachment.
Repositioning the engine and securing it to the mount beams with 3x25mm screws and sealant.
Marking and drilling holes on a plywood motor mounting plate using an aluminum template.
Marking the fire-wall with a wooden motor plate and drilling 5mm holes for mounting.
Securing the wooden motor mounting plate to the fire-wall with 5x80mm bolts and nuts.
Securing the motor to the wooden motor mounting plate using 3mm bolts.
Adjusting the wooden motor mount for a 130mm prop hub to fire-wall distance.
Securing the main landing gear struts to the wing using 3x15mm screws.
Attaching the lower plates of the main landing gear using 4x20mm nylon bolts.
Securing the 75mm wheels to the landing gear using screws, nuts, and washers.
Cutting away covering around slots for horizontal stabilizer and vertical fin installation.
Inserting stabilizer, checking alignment, and tracing its outline on the fuselage.
Carefully cutting away covering inside traced lines on the fuselage for stabilizer fit.
Installing the horizontal stabilizer onto the fuselage and applying CA glue for secure attachment.
Carefully inserting and securing the vertical fin into its slot on the fuselage.
Ensuring the vertical stabilizer is perpendicular to the horizontal stabilizer and tracing its outline.
Applying thin CA glue to the vertical stabilizer where it contacts the fuselage and hinge.
Applying thin CA glue to the right and left sides of the vertical stabilizer hinge.
Sliding aileron extension cord into the wing and installing flap and aileron servos.
Cutting away covering on the wing to access linkage points.
Attaching control horns and connecting rods for flap and aileron linkages with CA glue.
Securing the wing brace to the wing using 3x12mm screws.
Attaching top (Piece A) and bottom (Piece B) fairings to the wing using tape and CA glue.
Securing light components to the wingtip using screws and applying CA glue.
Connecting the light components, noting that parts might not be included.
Connecting elevator pushrods to the servo and control horns.
Connecting rudder and nose gear pushrods to their respective servos.
Ensuring blind nuts inside the fuselage are positioned for easy wing brace installation.
Securing the wings to the fuselage using screws and CA glue.
Securing the muffler to the cowl using CA glue and epoxy.
Securing the strut to the nose wheel assembly using screws, washers, and nuts.
Gluing pilot figures into the cockpit area.
Securing the canopy cover to the fuselage using screws.
Gluing the magnetic hatch to the fuselage.
Drilling a hole in the cargo area using a 4x20mm nylon bolt.
Instructions for cutting out and applying various decals (N950HL, DHL, SOUTHERN AIRWAY EXPRESS) to the model.
Balancing the plane upside down with an empty fuel tank, CG at 65-68mm from leading edge.
Setting recommended throws for control surfaces for optimal flight performance.
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