Sawn Craft Micro F-16 Manual
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1311101 Micro F-16 Manual.docx
3 Setup and Tuning
3.1 Center of Gravity
The CG of this plane is located approximately ½” in front of the prop slot and is marked by a slot cut in
the foam on the main wing. Moving the CG fore and aft will dramatically change the handling of the
plane so adjust to your liking. An aft CG will allow for slow, high-alpha flight while a more fore CG will
provide a faster flight experience. Use the included hook and loop fastener to adjust the fore/aft
location of the battery to adjust the CG without adding additional weight.
3.2 Control Throws & Expo
By altering the amount of control throw the surfaces have you can fine-tune the handling and
performance. Below are the recommended settings as tested that will provide a successful flying
experience. Throws are measured at the point farthest from the hinge.
Control Surface
Low Rate Throw Low Rate Expo High Rate Throw
High Rate Expo
Elevator
1/2in (70%)
0%
3/4in (100%)
25%
Rudder
5/16in (70%)
0%
3/8in (100%)
30%
Elevon
1/2in (70%)
10%
3/4in (100%)
25%
3.3 Launching
Launching this aircraft is very simple and is easy to do. Simply hold the airplane by the wingtip in one
hand with your radio in the other. Advance the throttle to full and gently swing the aircraft forward,
releasing it with wings level and a slightly up attitude.
