Avios SPITFIRE MK1a, Instruction Manual

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MODEL FLYING PRECAUTIONS

PRE-FLIGHT CHECKS

• Select your flying area carefully. Always choose an open space that is clear of trees and buildings and is

away from crowded area's. Avoid flying near roads, electric/telephone poles and wires, water or close to a

full size active airfield.
• Do not fly the model in poor weather, high winds or low visibility. Rain and storms should also be avoided.
• Never attempt to catch the model whilst flying, even a slow moving model can cause injury. Not only to

yourself but also to others and can damage your model.
• This model is recommended for children of 14 years of age upwards. All children no matter what age

should always be supervised by a responsible adult at all times when operating this model.
• Always unplug the battery when not using the model, never leave the battery installed in the model.
• Remember to keep clear of the propeller at all times when the battery is connected.
• Before flying always turn on your transmitter first, and only when your transmitter is confirmed as

transmitting do you plug in your flight battery.
• Once you have finish

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 flying, disconnect the battery first and only then switch off your transmitter.

• Exercise caution when charging your batteries. Follow the battery manufacturers safety guidelines when

doing so.

1. Always range check your model before any flight, especially when flying it for the first time. Follow your

radio manufacturers guidelines for carrying out this check.
2. Check that all the screws, bolts and mounting points are secure, including the control horns and

clevises.
3. Only fly with fully charged batteries, both the model and transmitter. Failure to do so could result in a

loss of control, damage to your model or persons/property around you.
4. Inspect the model and propeller for any damage that may have been caused in transit, if in doubt do not

fly.
5. If this is your first flight then double check that the C of G is correct, if not then adjust the position of the

battery accordingly.
6. Switch on your transmitter and connect the flight battery in the model. Check all the control surfaces are

working correctly and in the correct direction. Listen for any unusual sounds when the servos are operated.
7. With the model held securely and the propeller free of any obstructions increase the throttle slightly to

confirm the correct rotation. The model should want to pull forward if the rotation is correct.
8. If you are an inexperienced model pilot then please seek the help and assistance of an experieced pilot

to perform the final checks and to test fly the model for you.