Throttle Adjustment - HobbyZone Firebird Commander 2 Instruction Manual

Throttle Adjustment

1. Climb to an altitude of 150–200 feet
with full throttle.
2. To achieve a level "cruising" altitude,
reduce power by moving the throttle stick
down to approximately 50% of full on.
3. To reduce altitude, reduce throttle.
4. To increase altitude, increase throttle.
Note: If you're flying with the motor off or at
a low speed, allow the Firebird Commander
2 a bit more area for turns.
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Landing
When you notice that the Firebird
Commander ® 2 no longer climbs well under
full power (normally after approximately 12
to 16 minutes), the battery is getting low,
and it's time to land. Line the model up
directly into the wind toward the desired
landing spot. At 10 feet of altitude, gradu-
ally reduce the throttle stick to turn off the
motor. The Firebird Commander 2 will glide
in for a landing.
Auto Cutoff Feature: When your motor
battery gets low enough, this feature will
automatically shut off the motor and save
enough battery to power the radio and tail
control so you can land safely. If the motor
cuts off, prepare to land immediately.
Expert tip: As you get more experienced at
flying, try adding a small "blip" of power
just before touchdown. With some practice,
you'll be able to land it right on target.
WARNING: Do not attempt to catch the
airplane or injury may result. Turn the motor
off prior to touchdown in order to prevent
damage to the wing and/or propeller.
Note: If you are planning on flying over
grass (and landing on grass as well), you
can remove the landing gear. This allows
you to simply "slide" in for a safe landing.
Reduce power at 10 feet
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