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Keep your face and body as well as all spectators away from
the plane of rotation of the propeller as you run the motor.
Keep these items away from the prop: loose clothing, shirt
sleeves, ties, scarfs, long hair or loose objects such as
pencils or screwdrivers that may fall out of shirt or jacket
pockets into the prop.
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpt)
Read and abide by the following Academy of Model
Aeronautics Official Safety Code:
GENERAL
1. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air
shows, or model flying demonstrations until it has been
proven to be airworthy by having been previously
successfully flight tested.
2. I will not fly 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 to, and avoid flying in
the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary an
observer shall be used to supervise flying to avoid having
models fly 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.
7. I will not fly my model unless it is identified with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model.
9. 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 first flight of a new or repaired model.
2. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a qualified flier, unless assisted by
an experienced helper.
3. I will perform my initial turn after takeoff away from the pit
or spectator areas, and I will not thereafter fly over pit or
spectator areas, unless beyond my control.
4. I will operate my model using only radio control
frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications
Commission.
CHECK LIST
During the last few moments of preparation your mind may be
elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the first flight. Because
of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain checks and
procedures that should be performed before the model is flown.
To help avoid this, a check list is provided to make sure these
important areas are not overlooked. Many are covered in the
instruction manual, so where appropriate, refer to the manual for
complete instructions. Be sure to check the items off as they are
completed (that's why it's called a check list! ).
1.
Check the C.G. according to the measurements
provided in the manual.
2.
Be certain the motor battery and receiver are
securely mounted in the fuse.
3.
Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has
a strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off
the solder joint inside the receiver.
4.
Balance your model laterally as explained in the
instructions (see page 39).
5.
Add a drop of oil to the axles, so the wheels turn freely.
6.
Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.
7.
Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA where
appropriate (servo mounting screws, cowl mounting
screws, etc.).
8.
Confirm that all controls operate in the correct
direction and the throws are set up according to the
manual (see page 43).
9.
Make sure there are silicone retainers on all the
clevises and that all servo arms are secured to the
servos with the screws included with your radio.
10. Secure connections between servo wires and
Y-connectors or servo extensions, and the connection
between your battery pack and the on/off switch
with vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing or special clips
suitable for that purpose.
11. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have
used do not interfere with other systems (servo
arms, pushrods, etc.).
12. Use an incidence meter to check the wing for twists
and attempt to correct before flying.
13. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).
14. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.
15. Place your name, address, AMA number and
telephone number on or inside your model.
16. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before
your first flight.
17. Range check your radio as soon as you get to the
flying field.
The Ryan STA EP is a great-flying model that flies smoothly
and predictably. The Ryan STA EP does not, however,
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