Table Of Contents - Flightline F8F-1 BEARCAT User Manual

Brief History
The F8F "Bearcat" was Grumman's last piston engine fighter to conquer the skies. First taking flight in August 1944 and
powered by a massive Double Wasp engine, the Bearcat's performance was superior to many jets of the same era. Over
1,200 Bearcats were produced, operating around the world and participating in conflicts from Korea to Vietnam. The F8F
also served from 1946-1948 with the Blue Angels, the US Navy's premier flight demonstration squadron, and set the
foundation for generations of inspiring excellence by Blue Angel pilots. In 2016, FlightLineRC commemorates the 70th
Anniversary of the Blue Angels by presenting this electric flying model to inspire new generations to appreciate the historic
F8F Bearcat.
Overview
FlightLineRC presents an exciting 1/9 scale flying electric replica of the F8F-1 Bearcat. This EPO foam model assembles
easily in minutes and features a scale profile with many plastic detail parts such as spring-loaded inner gear doors, highly
detailed cowl and radial engine, and removable cannon barrels. The 1200mm wingspan is easy to transport and strategic
carbon reinforcements provide lightweight strength. The Bearcat's magnetic hatch reveals a large battery compartment that
can also accommodate a flight stabilization gyro (sold separately). Cooling airflow is channeled over the battery and ESC
compartment. Large flaps help stabilize the aircraft for slow and controlled landings. Scale power is provided by a 3748-
580KV brushless motor with 4-blade scale propeller, which provides impressive vertical climbing power and 120kph/75mph
level speed on a 4s battery. An optional High Performance Power System Set provides 140kph/88mph level speed and
increased vertical performance.
Flight Features
FlightLineRC's F8F-1 Bearcat is a suitable aircraft for novice warbird pilots to advanced pilots. Its wide landing gear
stance of 490mm provides stable ground handling especially on grass when compared to other aircraft with more narrow
gear stances or smaller wheels. The power to weight ratio also allows for most any acrobatic maneuver you can imagine, yet
the Bearcat's large wing and flying surfaces are most conducive to stable, scale flight, for an overall relaxing flying
experience. Landing under power with full flaps can yield a very short landing length, which is ideal for pilots flying in
confined areas.
Color scheme introduction
The FlightLineRC F8F-1 Bearcat arrives completely painted in dark blue, with green gear wells. Included in the box are
two optional decal sets:
1.Blue Angels Demonstration Team, 1946 (including our special 70 anniversary decal)
2.US Naval Reserve, Olathe, Kansas, 1948
Other decal sets are also sold separately to further customize your model. Please contact your FlightLineRC dealer for
more information.
Catalog
Product
basic
information
2
Package
list
2
PNP
install
instructions
3
Servo
instructions
4
Pushrod
instructions
5
Landing
gear
assemble
instructions
6
Install
on
battery
7
1
Control
board
use
introduction
7
Parameter
of
motor
7
Install
power
system
8
Center
of
Gravity
9
Control
direction
test
10
Dual
rates
11
Install the loose-leaf
11
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