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11.1V
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NEVER connect battery packs with different Voltages in
Parallel–only combine in Series. Otherwise, the batteries
will try to "equalize" with the larger one trying to "charge"
the smaller one, thus causing heat and likely a fi re.
(3-Cell) 3200 mAh
Also NEVER connect battery packs with different ca-
pacities in Series or in Parallel.
Range Check
Don't forget to perform your usual ground range checks as
written in the instruction manual that came with your radio
system to be certain it is operating correctly.
AMA SAFETY CODE
Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Academy
of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. For the complete Safety
Code refer to Model Aviation magazine, the AMA web site
or the Code that came with your AMA license.
PARALLEL
PARALLEL
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7.4 V
(2-Cell)
11.1V
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SERIES
SERIES
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11.1V
(3-Cell) 1250 mAh
1) I will not fl y my model aircraft in sanctioned events,
air shows, or model fl ying demonstrations until it has
been proven to be airworthy by having been previously,
successfully fl ight tested.
2) I will not fl y my model aircraft higher than approximately
400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the
airport operator. I will give right-of-way and avoid fl ying
in the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary,
an observer shall be utilized to supervise fl ying to avoid
having models fl y in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) Where established, I will abide by the safety rules
for the flying site I use, and I will not willfully and
deliberately fly my models in a careless, reckless
and/or dangerous manner.
5) I will not fl y my model unless it is identifi ed with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model. Note:
This does not apply to models while being fl own indoors.
7) I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any device
that explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of any kind).
Radio Control
1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground
check before the fi rst fl ight of a new or repaired model.
2) I will not fl y my model aircraft in the presence of spectators
until I become a qualifi ed fl ier, unless assisted by an
experienced helper.
3) At all fl ying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be
established in front of which all fl ying takes place with the
other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with
fl ying the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the fl ight
line. Intentional fl ying behind the fl ight line is prohibited.
4) I will operate my model using only radio control
frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission.
5) I will not knowingly operate my model within three miles
of any pre-existing fl ying site except in accordance
with the frequency sharing agreement listed [in the
complete AMA Safety Code].
9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch
a powered model in fl ight; nor should any part of the
model other than the landing gear, intentionally touch
the ground, except while landing.
It's well-known among scale pilots that a P-47 Thunderbolt
is an excellent scale subject; its generous wing and tail area
and long tail moment contribute to a sound model airplane
design and it shows in the air. Unless the plane is improperly
designed, heavily built or underpowered any P-47 is easy to fl y.
The Zero is the same way! In addition to being easy to fl y, the
Zero is also quite a "true" fl ying model with minimal coupling or
adverse yaw problems—almost like a pattern plane! This Zero
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FLYING
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