Flying; Notes - Model Tech SUKHOI 40 Instructions Manual

The Sukhoi is designed for those pilots who are
experienced in flying sport models. It is in no
way a trainer. If you do not feel comfortable that
you are able to test fly the airplane don't hesitate
to ask someone for some help getting it tested
and trimmed out. Typically, aerobatic airplanes
such as the Sukhoi, require some different flying
techniques that you might not be familiar with. It
is very important to let the airplane get up to fly-
ing speed before lifting off. Pulling the plane off
the ground too fast will cause the airplane to stall
and crash. You should allow the plane to roll out
until the tail is completely off the ground and fly-
ing. Allow the airplane to roll out about 50 feet
more and gently pull it off the ground and into a
shallow climb out.
In the air, the plane flies like any other sport aero-
batic plane. Loops, rolls, low passes and most
all other maneuvers are all possible. Because of
the sometimes excessive control throws used for
aerobatics you must be aware of high speed stall-
ing. This is when the airplane is at full power and
too much up elevator is input at once. It causes
the airplane to snap. To prevent this, make sure
the elevator is set up to our recommended test
flying and sport flying settings. When set up to
aerobatic settings, be gentle on the elevator.
When it is time to land always bring the airplane
in with a small amount of power. It is not a good
habit to just chop the throttle and dive the air-
plane to the ground. Just like the real airplanes,
gradually reduce power along with altitude and
speed. When you are about 2-3 feet off the
ground, reduce power to idle and gently let the
airplane settle onto the runway. Be careful not to
over control.
Happy Landings!
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