BAe Hawk 15 DF
Assembly Manual
Pilots not included (PKZ4414)
Specifications
Wingspan: 33 in (846mm)
Length: 35.4 in (381mm)
Wing Area: 206 sq in (13.2 sq dm)
Weight w/o Battery: 34–36 oz (964–1021 g)
Weight w/Battery: 43–46 oz (1219–1304 g)
Table of Contents
Introduction
Using the Manual
Introduction ........................................................... 2
Important Information Regarding
Warranty Information ........................................ 2
Using the Manual ................................................... 2
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout .................................... 2
Recommended Radio Equipment ............................. 3
Required Tools and Adhesives ................................. 3
Optional Accessories .............................................. 3
Required Brushless Ducted Fan Setup ....................... 3
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries ........................... 3
Warning ................................................................ 3
Fan Installation....................................................... 4
Aileron Servo Installation ........................................ 6
Aileron Linkage Installation ..................................... 8
Mounting the Main Wing Panels ........................... 11
Stabilizer Installation ............................................ 13
Elevator Installation .............................................. 17
Elevator Linkage Installation .................................. 19
Landing Gear Installation ...................................... 21
Nose Gear and Elevator Servo Installation ............. 23
Speed Control and Receiver Installation ................. 25
Canopy Installation .............................................. 26
Thrust Tube Installation .......................................... 28
Motor Battery Installation ...................................... 29
Accessory Installation ........................................... 29
Control Throws..................................................... 30
Center of Gravity ................................................. 31
Preflight ............................................................... 31
Range Test Your Radio .......................................... 32
Flying Your BAe Hawk .......................................... 32
Safety, Precautions and Warnings ......................... 32
Warranty Information ........................................... 32
Instructions for Disposal of WEEE by
Users in the European Union ............................ 34
2008 Official Academy of
Model Aeronautics Safety Code ....................... 35
Designed as a trainer and light combat aircraft for use
by the British Royal Air Force, the British Aerospace
(BAe) Hawk was mainly used to teach air combat,
air-to-air firing, air-to-ground firing, low-altitude
flying techniques and operation procedures. There are
currently over 900 Hawks in operation and nearly 2
million flying hours have been logged on the Hawk.
E-flite’s BAe Hawk 15 DF ARF is a sport scale version
of the British trainer. Constructed of fiberglass and
balsa, the fuselage is prefinished with scale details. The
Hawk boasts the rare and very visible Central Flying
School airshow trim scheme from 1987 in red, white
and blue.
This performance model was designed around E-flite’s
Delta V 15 (69mm) fan unit and matched 15 DF
brushless motor. Pilots can use a 3-cell battery pack
or utilize a 4-cell battery pack for increased vertical
performance. The built-in fan mounts make installing
the fan easy—just drop in the fan unit and tighten four
screws. The removable front hatch also allows easy
access to the radio equipment and battery. The entire
trim scheme is prepainted, pre-trimmed, the wings are
covered in UltraCote® and all the decals have already
been applied.
Important Information
Regarding Warranty Information
Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations
section on Page 32 before building this product. If you
as the Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the
liability associated with the use of this Product, you are
advised to return this Product immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.
This manual is divided into sections to help make
assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks
between each major section. In addition, check boxes
have been placed next to each step to keep track
of its completion. Steps with a single circle () are
performed once, while steps with two circles ( )
indicate that the step will require repeating, such as for
a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.
Remember to take your time and follow the directions.
Contents of Kit/Parts Layout
Replacement Parts
EFL8026 Fuselage with side hatch
EFL8027 Canopy Hatch
EFL8028 Wing Panel
with Hinged Aileron Left
EFL8029 Wing Panel
with Hinged Aileron Right
EFL8030 Horizontal Stabilizer
with Elevator L & R
EFL8031 Pushrods and Carbon
Wing Tubes
EFL8032 Plastic Accessories
EFL8033 Landing Gear and Wheels
with Hardware
EFL8034 Control Hardware
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Recommended Radio Equipment
Required Tools and Adhesives
Note on Lithium Polymer Batteries
You will need a minimum 4-channel transmitter,
receiver and four or five servos (if using nose gear
steering). You can choose to purchase a complete
radio system. If you are using an existing transmitter,
just purchase the other required equipment separately.
We recommend the crystal-free, interference-free
Spektrum™ DX6i 2.4GHz DSM® 6-channel system. If
using your own transmitter, we recommend the E-flite®
S75 Super Sub-Micro servos .
If you own the Spektrum DX6i radio, just add
the AR6200 DSM2
five (nose gear steering) E-flite S75 Sub-Micro servos.
Complete Radio System
SPM6600 DX6i DSM2 6CH system
Or Purchase Separately
SPMAR6200 AR6200 DSM2 6-Channel Full-
And
EFLRS75 7.5-gram Sub-Micro S75 Servo
EFLREX3L 3-inch Extension, Lightweight (2)
EFLREX9L 9-inch Extension, Lightweight (2)
™
6-channel receiver and four or
Range Receiver (for DX6i or
DX7)
Required Brushless Ducted Fan Setup
EFLM3015DF 15 DF Brushless Motor, 3600Kv
EFLDF15 Delta V 15 (69mmm) Ducted
Fan Unit
EFLA1060 60-Amp Pro Switch-Mode
BEC Brushless ESC
EFLB32003S 3200mAh 3S 11.1V 20C Li-Po,
13GA EC3
Tools & Equipment
Drill Epoxy brushes
Felt-tip pen Hex wrench: 1.5mm
Hobby scissors Low-tack tape
Mixing cups Mixing sticks
Needle-nose pliers Medium grit sandpaper
Paper towels Pencil
Pin drill Rubbing alcohol
Ruler Scissors
Side cutters Square
String/dental floss Toothpicks
T-pins Waxed paper
Phillips screwdriver: #0, #1
Hobby knife (#11 blade)
Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm)
Adhesives
Threadlock 6-Minute Epoxy (HAN8000)
Canopy glue 12-Minute Epoxy (HAN8001)
Thin CA Medium CA
Optional Accessories
PKZ4414 Pilot: T-28
EFLA110 Power Meter
EFLC3005 Celectra™ 1- to 3-Cell
Li-Po Charger
EFLC505 Intelligent 1- to 5-Cell
Balancing Charger
Lithium Polymer batteries are significantly
more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/
Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications.
All manufacturer’s instructions and warnings
must be followed closely. Mishandling of
Li-Po batteries can result in fire. Always
follow the manufacturer’s instructions when
disposing of Lithium Polymer batteries.
Warning
An RC aircraft is not a toy! If misused, it can cause
serious bodily harm and damage to property. Fly
only in open areas, preferably at AMA (Academy of
Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all
instructions included with your radio.
Keep loose items that can get entangled in the
propeller away from the prop, including loose clothing,
or other objects such as pencils and screwdrivers.
Especially keep your hands away from the propeller.
During the course of building your BAe Hawk we
suggest that you use a soft base for the building
surface. Such things as a foam stand, large piece of
bedding foam or a thick bath towel will work well and
help protect the model from damage during assembly.
The Spektrum trademark is used with permission
of Bachmann Industries, Inc.
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Fan Installation
Trim for motor wires
Required Parts
Fuselage Fan assembly
Thrust tube
2mm x 8mm sheet metal screw (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Felt-tip pen Hobby scissors
Drill Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)
Thin CA Phillips screwdriver: #1
1. Remove the cover from the fuselage to allow
access for the fan assembly installation. Set the
cover aside in a safe place.
3. Position the thrust tube on the fan assembly
so it is rotated as shown. This will leave the gap
necessary to fit the tube onto the fan assembly,
allowing for clearance between the thrust tube and
the fan mount to the fuselage.
4. Use a felt-tip pen to mark the position of the
motor wires onto the thrust tube.
5. Use hobby scissors to trim the thrust tube for the
motor wires. Set the thrust tube aside at this time as
it will not be installed until later in the manual.
6. Move the elevator pushrod tube upwards to
allow for the installation of the fan assembly.
2. Slide the thrust tube onto the fan assembly and
over the motor wires.
7. Guide the motor wires into the hole in the
fuselage former. The wires will be on the side of the
center line former that is away from the opening as
shown.
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8. Install the fan by inserting it tail-end first into the
fuselage as shown. The technique is very similar to
parallel parking by backing the assembly in then
moving it forward inside the fuselage.
9. Slide the fan assembly as far forward in the
fuselage as possible without damaging the fan
assembly or fuselage. The front edge of the fan
assembly will fit snugly into the fan intake inside
the fuselage.
10. Use a drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit
to drill four 1/16-inch (1.5mm) holes into the
fan mount in the fuselage that correspond to
the notches in the mounting flanges of the fan
assembly. Position the holes as close to the center
of the assembly to prevent the fan from shifting in
the fuselage.
11. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA into each of the
four holes to harden the surrounding wood. This
is done to provide a harder surface for the screws
to bite into and will help in preventing them from
vibrating loose.
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12. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and four 2mm x
8mm sheet metal screws to secure the fan assembly
inside the fuselage.
Aileron Servo Installation
Required Parts
Left wing panel Right wing panel
2.5 x 10mm sheet metal screw (4)
Aileron servo mount (2)
Servo mounting strap (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Servo (2) Medium grit sandpaper
6-minute epoxy Phillips screwdriver: #1
1. Relocate the string from the aileron opening so it
is near one of the corners. This will give full access
to the opening and prevent accidentally gluing the
string into the wing.
2. Measure and mark the opening for the aileron
servo 3/4-inch (19mm) from the edge that is
closest to the wing tip as shown. The edge of the
aileron servo mount will align with these marks
when it is installed. Center the mount fore/aft in the
opening for the aileron servo.
3. Lightly sand the aileron servo mount using
medium grit sandpaper. This will allow the glue to
penetrate into the mount and provide a better bond
between the mount and wing.
DO NOT remove the string from the wing. The
string will be used to pull the aileron servo
lead through the wing later in this section.
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4. Mix a small amount of 6-minute epoxy and
brush it onto the side of the aileron servo mount
that was sanded in the previous step. Position the
mount in the wing as shown in Step 2 and allow
the epoxy to fully cure before proceeding.
6. Position the aileron servo in the servo mount as
shown in the image.
8. Tie the string around the end of the servo
lead as shown.
While waiting for the epoxy to dry on one wing panel,
you can step through the previous steps to glue the
remaining servo mount into the opposite wing panel.
5. Plug the aileron servos into the receiver and use
the transmitter to center the servos. Also check that
they are operating correctly at this time. Remove
the standard servo horn and install the single-sided
servo arm that was supplied with the servo.
7. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and two 2.5mm
x 10 sheet metal screws to secure the servo in the
servo using the servo mounting strap. Install one
screw and only turn it one or two turns, then install
the second screw. Make sure the strap has even
pressure at both the front and back of the servo.
Use care when installing the servo mounting strap.
Over-tightening the strap could stress the wing sheeting
and even push the servo through the top of the wing.
9. Carefully pull the aileron servo lead through the
wing using the string tied to it in the previous step.
10. Repeat Steps 1 through 9 to install the
remaining aileron servo.
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Aileron Linkage Installation
Required Parts
Aileron pushrod keeper (2)
Aileron pushrod wire, 5 15/16-inch (151mm) (2)
Servo cover (2)
Aileron control horn (2) Clear tape
Required Tools and Adhesives
Side cutters Medium CA
Pin drill Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)
Felt-tip pen Hobby knife w/#11 blade
Needle-nose pliers Hobby scissors
Medium grit sandpaper
1. Using a felt tip pen mark the aileron for the
aileron control horn. The horn is positioned 13/32inch (10mm) back from the hinge line of the
aileron. Also mark a center line that corresponds
with the aileron servo horn.
2. Position the control horn so it is aligned with the
marks made in the previous step. Lightly press the
control horn down to leave the indentations of the
prongs in the aileron. The control horn should be
aligned 90 degrees to the aileron hinge line in line
with the servo arm.
3. Use side cutters to remove 3/32-inch (2mm)
from the prongs of the servo horn so they do not
extend through the top of the aileron when the
control horn is installed.
4. Use a pin drill and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit
to drill the two holes for the control horn prongs.
Use care not to drill into the aileron too far and
accidentally drill through the top of the aileron.
Use low-tack tape to tape the aileron in position so it
doesn’t move during the linkage installation. This will
make the procedure go easier and will help in keeping
things aligned during the linkage installation process.
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5. Position the control horn on the aileron and
trace the outline of the horn onto the wing using a
felt-tip pen.
7. Use medium CA to glue the aileron control
horn to the aileron. Allow the CA to fully cure
before proceeding.
9. Slide the pushrod keeper onto the aileron
pushrod wire as shown in the photo.
6. Use a hobby knife and a new #11 blade to
remove the covering 1/16-inch (1.5mm) from the
inside of the lines drawn in the previous step. Use
care not to cut into the underlying wood of the
aileron.
Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol
to remove the lines from the aileron once
the covering has been removed.
8. Insert the Z-bend of the aileron pushrod into the
hole of the servo arm that is farthest from the center
of the arm.
There are two pairs of pushrod keepers included
with your aircraft. The correct ones for the aileron
pushrods will have larger holes than the elevator
pushrod keepers. If the keepers are difficult to
slide on the wire, try a different keeper, as they
should slide easily on the pushrod wire. Make
sure that these pushrod keepers are slid on to the
pushrods before making the bend in Step 11.
10. Make sure the aileron servo has been centered
using the radio system. Mark the pushrod using a
felt-tip pen where it crosses the hole in the aileron
control horn that is one up from the bottom of the
horn as shown.
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11. Use needle-nose pliers to bend the pushrod
wire 90 degrees at the mark made in the previous
step. After making the 90-degree bend, cut the
excess wire off of the pushrod leaving 1/4-inch
(6mm) from the bend in the pushrod.
12. Insert the bend into the hole in the aileron
control horn that is one up from the bottom of the
horn as shown.
13. Use needle-nose pliers to open the pushrod
connector wire enough that it can be fit onto the
pushrod wire.
14. Make sure the hole in the keeper fits onto
the pushrod wire. The keeper should fit close
to the control horn and not be bent when
installed correctly.
15. Use hobby scissors to trim the aileron control
horn servo cover on the lines that are molded into
it. Use medium grit sandpaper to clean up and
rough edges and to round the corners slightly on
the cover.
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16. Cut four pieces of clear tape from the supplied
tape using scissors and use them to attach the servo
cover to the wing. Make sure the servo can operate
without binding on the servo cover.
You can also glue the cover to the wing using canopy
glue or epoxy. The only drawback is that if you ever
have a problem with the servo you may damage the
cover and wing covering removing the servo cover.
Mounting the Main Wing Panels
Required Parts
Left wing assembly Right wing assembly
Carbon wing rod, short
Carbon wing rod, long
Fuselage assembly
9 inch (228mm) extension (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
15-minute epoxy Mixing cup
Mixing stick Epoxy brush
Paper towel Rubbing alcohol
Low-tack tape Sandpaper
Dental floss/string
1. Secure a 9-inch (228mm) servo extension to
the aileron servo lead. Use thread or dental floss
to secure the two together so they do not become
unplugged inside the fuselage.
2. Slide the short and long wing rods into one
of the wing panels. The longer wing rod will be
inserted near the trailing edge of the wing, and the
shorter rod toward the leading edge of the wing.
3. Slide the wing tubes into the fuselage.
Make sure to guide the aileron servo extension
into the fuselage so the wing can fit tight against
the fuselage.
17. Repeat Steps 1 through 16 to install the
remaining aileron servo linkage.
You can also use large heat shrink to secure the
extension to the servo lead. Be careful not to get
the heat shrink too hot as it could distort the plug.
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4. Look at the fit of the wing to the fuselage on
both the top and bottom. You will need to use
sandpaper to remove the paint from the fuselage
where the wing fits or the epoxy won’t hold the
wing securely to the fuselage. You also don’t want
to sand too much and ruin the wonderful paint job
on the fuselage.
5. Remove the wing from the fuselage. Use medium
grit sandpaper to remove the paint from the
fuselage where the wing fits.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to prepare the
opposite side of the fuselage for the wing.
7. Apply a thin layer of 15-minute epoxy to the
fuselage where it was sanded previously.
8. Apply a thin layer of 15-minute epoxy to the
short and long wing rods before you insert them
into the wing.
9. Apply a thin coat if 15-minute epoxy on the end
of the wing that will butt against the fuselage.
You can use low-tack tape to make an outline about
a 1/16-inch (1.5mm) inside the wing outline on the
fuselage to prevent it from scratching the paint.
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10. Slide the wing into position against the
fuselage. Use low-tack tape to keep the wing tight
against the fuselage until the epoxy fully cures.
11. Repeat Steps 7 through 9 to install the
remaining wing panel to the fuselage.
12. Before the epoxy cures, use a paper towel
and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy
that may have oozed out from between the joint
between the wing and fuselage.
Stabilizer Installation
Required Parts
Stabilizer jig center Stabilizer jig side (2)
Right stabilizer Left stabilizer
Airframe assembly
Required Tools and Adhesives
Medium CA Square
6-minute epoxy Mixing cup
Mixing stick Epoxy brush
Paper towel Rubbing alcohol
Low-tack tape Waxed paper
Ruler Felt-tip pen
Hobby knife w/#11 blade
1. Use a square and medium CA to glue the
stabilizer jig center to the stabilizer jig side.
The square will keep the center perpendicular
to the side and result in a straight jig. Not doing
so may result in the jig being crooked and could
produce the wrong angle when gluing the
stabilizer halves together.
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2. Use a square and medium CA to glue the
stabilizer jig side to the structure assembled in Step
1. Use a square will keep the side perpendicular to
the stabilizer jig center. Not doing so may result in
the jig being crooked and could produce the wrong
angle when gluing the stabilizer halves together.
3. Remove the elevators from the stabilizer halves.
Use a hobby knife w/#11 blade to remove
the covering from the end of both the left and
right stabilizers.
4. The stabilizer halves have been prepared at the
factory with an angle so they fit tightly together
when joined. If fit together incorrectly, the two
halves will not fit tightly together.
5. Place a piece of clear plastic or waxed paper
over the stabilizer jig to prevent gluing the
stabilizer directly to the jig.
6. Position the two stabilizer halves together
(remember the angle) and align the front edges of
the stabilizer halves. Use a small piece of low-tack
tape to act as a hinge and keep the halves aligned.
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7. Position the stabilizer assembly on the jig to
make sure the halves can rest against the jig
without forcing them. If not, you will need to make
a small gap between the two halves before taping
them together.
8. Mix a small amount of 6-minute epoxy and use
an epoxy brush to apply a thin layer of epoxy on
the edges of each stabilizer half.
9. Position the stabilizer on the jig and either hold
it or use weights to keep the halves tight against the
jig until the epoxy fully cures.
10. Slide the stabilizer into the slot in the
fuselage. Measure the distance from the fuselage
to the tip of the stabilizer on both sides of the
fuselage. Both measurements must be equal. If
they are not, reposition the stabilizer and
re-measure until both measurements are equal
on both sides of the fuselage.
11. Measure the distance from the wing tip to
the stabilizer tip on both the right and left of the
aircraft. Both measurements must be equal. If not,
readjust the stabilizer and re-measure until the
measurement is the same on both the left and right
of the aircraft.
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12. Step back about 4–5 feet (1.2–1.5 meters)
and view the fuselage from the rear. Check that the
stabilizer is in alignment with the wing by checking
the stabilizer tips against the wing. Both stabilizer
tips should align with the wing trailing edge. Adjust
the position of the stabilizer if necessary for correct
stabilizer alignment.
13. Use a felt-tip pen to trace the outline of
the fuselage onto the top, bottom, left and right
of the stabilizer.
16. Use medium CA to glue the stabilizer to the
fuselage. Apply a bead of CA to the joint inside the
fuselage, both right and left. Wick thin CA on the
top of the stabilizer/fuselage joint by holding the
nose down. Use care not to let the CA wick out on
the outside of the fuselage or stabilizer.
15. Carefully use a hobby knife to remove the
covering 1/16-inch (1.5mm) from inside the lines.
Use light pressure with a new #11 blade to avoid
cutting into the underlying wood. You will need to
trim the covering from the top and bottom of the
stabilizer at this time.
Other options other than a hobby knife are to
use a hot knife (with a new blade) or a soldering
iron for cutting the covering. These will melt
Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to
remove the lines from the stabilizer and fuselage
before gluing the stabilizer in position.
the covering and lower the chances of cutting
into the wood structure of the stabilizer.
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Elevator Installation
Required Parts
Elevator (left and right)
Elevator control horn (left and right)
CA hinge (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
6-minute epoxy Mixing cup
Mixing stick Epoxy brush
Paper towel Rubbing alcohol
Low-tack tape Toothpicks
Thin CA T-pins
1. Mix a small amount of 6-minute epoxy. Use
a toothpick to apply the epoxy to the slot in the
elevator and into the hole drilled in the elevator.
2. Apply a thin layer of epoxy on the elevator
control wire at this time as well.
Make sure not to apply epoxy near the threaded
portion of the elevator control wire.
3. Press the elevator control wire into the elevator
half. Remove any excess epoxy using a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol. Use low-tack tape to
hold the wire tightly in position in the elevator.
4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to install the
remaining elevator control wire. Make sure to
make a left and a right elevator. The threaded
end of the control wire should point down toward
the bottom of elevator.
5. Place a T-pin in the center of two of the elevator
hinges. This will help center them equally in the
stabilizer and elevator when they are installed.
6. Slide the two hinges into the slots that have been
pre-cut into the elevator.
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7. Insert the control wire into the fuselage first.
8. Rotate the elevator into position. The hinges will
now fit into the pre-cut slots in the stabilizer.
9. Before gluing the hinges, make sure the control
horn wire is facing the correct direction. They
must face down to the bottom of the fuselage
or you won’t be able to connect the linkages to
operate the elevators.
11. Use thin CA to glue the two hinges. Apply CA
to the top and bottom of each hinge, enough that it
will fully soak into the hinge.
10. Position the elevator tight against the stabilizer.
There should be just a slight gap between the
elevator and the stabilizer. Check that the tips of
the elevator and stabilizer align with each other.
DO NOT use CA accelerator on the hinges.
The CA must be allowed to soak into the hinge
to fully penetrate the hinge and surrounding
wood. Accelerator will not allow the CA to soak
into the hinge and will result in a poor bond
between the hinge and surrounding wood.
12. Once the CA has fully cured, lightly pull on the
elevator and stabilizer to make sure the hinges are
secure. If not, apply additional CA to the hinges
that are not secure.
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13. Break in the elevator hinges by moving the
elevator through its range of motion a few times.
This will help in reducing the initial load on the
servo and make the control surfaces easier to
move initially.
Elevator Linkage Installation
Required Parts
Assembled airframe
Elevator control horn (2)
Elevator pushrod keeper (2)
Elevator pushrod wire, 24 7/16-inch (620mm) (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Hobby knife w/#11 blade
Needle-nose pliers Medium CA
1. Slide the elevator pushrod tube back into
position in the fuselage. When the pushrod is in
the correct position it will be at the very bottom
of the slot in the former.
3. Use a hobby knife to make a slight bevel inside
the hole of the elevator control horn. Rotate the
hobby knife like a drill to make the bevel even. This
will help when installing the control horn onto the
elevator control horn wire.
4. Thread the elevator control horn onto the
elevator control horn wire. The end of each control
horn will be flush with the end of the wire as shown
in the photo.
14. Repeat Steps 5 through 13 to install the
remaining elevator.
2. Tack the pushrod into position on the former with
medium CA as you might need to break it loose if
maintenance is required to the fan and motor.
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5. Slide the pushrod keeper onto the elevator
pushrod wire. Please note that these are the
keepers with the smaller holes in them.
6. Use needle-nose pliers to bend the pushrod wire
1/4-inch (6mm) from the end of the wire.
7. Slide the elevator pushrod wire into the elevator
pushrod tube.
8. Connect the pushrod to the elevator control
horn by sliding the bend from the pushrod
wire into the hole in the elevator control horn.
Use the pushrod keeper to secure the wire to
the elevator control horn.
9. Repeat Steps 3 through 8 to install the remaining
elevator control horn and pushrod wire.
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Landing Gear Installation
Required Parts
Nose gear wire Wheel collar (7)
Main gear wire, left
Main gear wire, right
3mm x 3mm setscrew
Landing gear strap (2)
Nose gear pushrod wire, 7 7/8-inch (200mm)
Nose gear steering arm
2mm x 8mm machine screw (7)
Nose wheel, 1 3/16-inch (30mm)
Main wheel, 1 5/8-inch (41mm) (2)
2mm x 8mm sheet metal screw (4)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #1 Ruler
Hex wrench: 1.5mm Threadlock
1. Use a landing gear strap and two 2mm x 8mm
sheet metal screws to secure the main landing gear
wire to the bottom of the wing. There is a left and
right main gear wire. When positioned correctly
the spring coil will face the rear as shown in the
second photo.
3. Slide a main wheel and wheel collar onto the
landing gear wire. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver
and 2mm x 8mm machine screw to secure the
wheel. Remember to use threadlock on the screw to
prevent it from vibrating loose.
2. Slide a wheel collar on the main landing
gear and use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and
2mm x 8mm machine screw to secure the wheel
collar to the wire. The wheel collars have a slight
flange which faces toward the wheel. Make sure to
install the wheel collars in the correct direction.
Leave a very small gap between the wheels and
each collar to allow the wheel to roll freely.
4. Repeat Steps 1 through 3 to install the remaining
main gear wire and wheel.
Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners
to prevent them from vibrating loose.
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5. Position the wheel collar on the nose gear wire
so it is 2 5/16-inch (57mm) from the axle as shown.
Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and 2mm x 8mm
machine screw to secure the position of the wheel
collar. Note that the flange on the collar faces
away from the spring on the nose gear wire.
6. Install the nose wheel on the nose gear
wire using two wheels collar and a #1 Phillips
screwdriver to tighten the two 2mm x 8mm
machine screws.
8. Insert the Z-bend from the nose gear pushrod
wire into the steering bell crank.
7. Slide the nose gear wire into the bushing in the
front of the fuselage.
9. Slide the steering bell crank on the nose gear
wire from inside the fuselage. Use a 1.5mm hex
wrench and 3mm x 3mm setscrew to secure the
steering arm to the nose gear wire. Make sure to
use threadlock on the setscrew to prevent it from
vibrating loose.
During manufacturing the end of the nose gear wire
may be slightly enlarged due to cutting. If this happens
use a file to reduce the diameter of the end of the wire
so that it will slide smoothly through the bushings.
Check to make sure the nose gear wire
can move freely so the steering servo is not
overloaded when trying to steer your aircraft.
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Nose Gear and
Elevator Servo Installation
Required Parts
Radio system Assembled airframe
Pushrod connector (2)
Servo w/hardware (2)
2x4mm machine screw (2)
Servo arm, single-sided (2)
3-inch (76mm) servo extension (2)
2mm nut (2) #2 washer (2) (optional)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Pencil Thin CA
Pin drill Phillips screwdriver: #1
String/dental floss Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)
Side cutters
2. Position the elevator servo in the fuselage with
the output of the servo facing toward the elevators.
Use a pencil to mark the locations for the two servo
mounting screws onto the radio tray.
4. Place 2–3 drops of thin CA into each hole to
harden the surrounding wood,. This will provide a
harder surface for the screws to bite into, making
them more secure.
1. Secure a 3-inch (76mm) servo extension to
the steering servo. Use dental floss to secure the
connectors together. Use a #0 Phillips screwdriver
to remove the servo arm from the servo.
3. Remove the servo and use a pin drill and
1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the two holes
for the servo mounting screws.
5. Secure the elevator servo using the two screws
that were provided with the servo.
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6. The installation of the steering servo is the same
as the elevator servo. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to
install the steering servo in the fuselage. Make sure
the output shaft of the steering servo faces the front
of the fuselage.
7. Use a pin drill and 1/16-inch (2mm) drill bit to
enlarge the second hole from center of a singlesided servo arm.
8. Insert the pushrod connector into the hole. You
may need to enlarge the hole slightly using a
hobby knife w/#11 blade so the connector can
rotate freely.
10. Center the elevator servo using the radio
system. Route both elevator pushrods through the
connector. Secure the servo arm to the elevator
servo using the screw provided with the servo and
a #0 Phillips screwdriver.
9. Secure the pushrod connector using a 2mm
nut. Use threadlock on the nut to prevent it from
vibrating loose in flight. If you find excessive play
between the pushrod connector and servo arm you
can use one of the provided 2mm washers to take
up the excess space before installing the nut. The
nut should bottom out on the threads and be tight
so it will not come loose.
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11. Check that both the left and right elevators are
centered and equal to each other.
12. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver and 2mm x 4mm
machine screw to secure the elevator pushrod
wires in the pushrod connector. Use side cutters
to remove any excess pushrod wire. Save the
pushrod wire remains for later in the assembly
of your aircraft.
13. Repeat Steps 7 through 12 for the steering
servo arm, only enlarging the third hole from
center as shown.
14. Before securing the steering pushrod with
a 2mm x 4mm machine screw and #1 Phillips
screwdriver, make sure that the nose gear has
been centered so your aircraft will taxi straight
on the runway.
Speed Control and
Receiver Installation
Required Parts
Assembled airframe
Speed control Receiver
Hook and loop tape
Required Tools and Adhesives
Phillips screwdriver: #0, #1
Pin drill Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)
Hobby knife w/#11 blade
Side cutters
1. Cut a piece of hook and loop tape and apply it
to the bottom of the speed control as shown. Leave
the adhesive backing on the mating hook and loop
until instructed to do so.
Check to make sure the nose gear wire
can move freely so the steering servo is not
overloaded when trying to steer your aircraft.
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2. Allow the speed control to “fall” into the
fuselage. Pull the motor wires from the speed
control and those from the fan motor through one
of the intake holes. Plug the wires together then
insert the wires back into the fuselage.
3. Remove the backing from the hook and loop
tape on the speed control. Secure the speed control
inside the fuselage as shown.
4. Plug the leads from the aileron servos, elevator
servo, steering servo and speed control into the
appropriate ports of the receiver. Use hook and
loop tape to attach the receiver inside the fuselage
as shown in the photo.
When using a 72MHz receiver, you will need to
route the antenna wire to the rear of the fuselage.
A tube has been installed in the fuselage near
the elevator pushrod tubes for this purpose.
Never cut the antenna wire as it can greatly
reduce the range of your radio system.
Canopy Installation
Required Parts
Assembled airframe
Rubber band Eye hook (2)
Canopy Pushrod wire remains
Required Tools and Adhesives
Needle-nose pliers Thin CA
1. Thread the eye hook into the radio tray as
shown. An indentation has been made in the
radio tray to indicate the correct locations for
the eye hook.
5. When installing a remote receiver, attach it as
shown in the fuselage using hook and loop tape.
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2. Thread the eye hook into the canopy floor as
shown. An indentation has been made in the
canopy floor to indicate the correct locations for
the eye hook. Once the eye hooks are installed, use
thin CA to secure the joint.
3. Slide a rubber band through the eye hook as
shown in the photo.
4. Use a piece of pushrod wire and needle-nose
pliers to bend a small hook. Attach the hook to the
rubber band as shown in the photo below.
5. Connect the hook from the rudder band to the
eye hook installed on the radio tray in Step 1.
Insert the pins from the front of the canopy into
the holes in the fuselage, and the rubber band will
hold the canopy secure on the fuselage.
Optional Pilots
You may notice that we have pilots in the BAe hawk.
These are are not included with the kit. They can be
purchased separately under part number (PKZ4414).
The pilots were cut down to fit and were glued in with
canopy glue as shown.
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Thrust Tube Installation
Required Parts
Assembled airframe
Thrust tube Clear tape
Fan access hatch
Required Tools and Adhesives
Scissors
1. Carefully roll or fold the thrust tube into the
shape shown below. It is made of Lexan and
will not be harmed by doing so.
2. Slide the thrust tube into the fuselage, with the
wider end of the tube entering the fuselage from
the rear. It will “pop” open when it has been
inserted fully into the fuselage.
3. Position the thrust tube so it overlaps onto the
fan assembly. It will also fit flush with the end of the
fuselage when positioned correctly. Use the clear
tape supplied with your aircraft to tape the thrust
tube to the fan housing.
4. Use clear tape at the bottom and both sides
of the thrust tube to secure the tube at the rear
of the fuselage.
5. Cut four pieces of clear tape using scissors and
tape the fan access hatch to the fuselage.
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Motor Battery Installation
Required Parts
Assembled airframe
Hook and loop strap
Motor battery
Required Tools and Adhesives
Scissors
1. Overlap the hook and loop strap as shown. Use
scissors to cut the strap in half down the middle.
3. Position the motor battery in the fuselage
and use the hook and loop strap to secure it
inside the fuselage.
You may have to remove the excess part of
the servo arm on the elevator and the steering
servo for clearance of the main battery.
Accessory Installation
Required Parts
Wing tip plate (2) Air intake scoop (2)
Required Tools and Adhesives
Canopy glue Low-tack tape
1. The wing tip plates are glued in position using
canopy glue. The longer section of the plate will
be on the top of the wing. Insert the pin in the
plate into the pre-drilled hole in the leading edge
of the wing. Use low-tack tape to hold the plate in
position until the glue has fully cured. Try to keep
the wing fences as parallel to the flight path as
possible while the glue dries.
2. Slide the strap through the slots in the
battery/radio tray as shown.
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2. Use hobby scissors to trim the air intake scoop
as shown. The intake on the right is uncut, while the
one on the left has been fully trimmed and is ready
to install. Leave about 1/16-inch (1.5mm) around
the intakes for a better gluing base.
Use a black felt-tip marker to detail the front opening
of the intake to add realism to your model.
3. Use canopy glue and low-tack tape to glue
and hold the air intake scoops in position until
the glue can fully cure.
Control Throws
1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your
BAe Hawk. Check the movement of the rudder
using the transmitter. When the stick is moved right,
the rudder should also move right. Reverse the
direction of the servo at the transmitter if necessary.
2. Check the movement of the elevator with the
radio system. Moving the elevator stick down will
make the airplane elevator move up.
3. Check the movement of the ailerons with the
radio system. Moving the aileron stick right will
make the right aileron move up and the left aileron
move down.
4. Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator,
ailerons and rudder. Adjust the position of the
pushrod at the control horn to achieve the
following measurements when moving the sticks
to their endpoints.
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Aileron High Rate
Up 5/16-inch (8mm)
Down 3/16-inch (5mm)
Aileron Low Rate
Up 1/4-inch (6mm)
Down 5/32-inch (4mm)
Elevator High Rate
Up 5/16-inch (8mm)
Down 5/16-inch (8mm)
Elevator Low Rate
Up 3/16-inch (5mm)
Down 3/16-inch (5mm)
Note: Measurements are taken at the inner or
widest point on the control surface.
Nose Wheel Steering (High Rate or Taxi)
Left 3/16-inch (5mm)
Right 3/16-inch (5mm)
Nose Wheel Steering (Low Rate or Takeoff)
Left 1/8-inch (3mm)
Right 1/8-inch (3mm)
Note: Steering measurement is taken from the
actuation point on the servo arm.
Center of Gravity
An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is
properly balancing the model.
Caution: Do not inadvertently skip this step!
The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location
for the BAe Hawk is 3 1/8 to 3 9/16-inch (80 to 90mm)
back from the leading edge of the wing. Mark the
location for the Center of Gravity on the top of the
wing next to the fuselage as shown.
When balancing your BAe Hawk, support the plane
inverted at the marks made on the top of the wing with
your fingers or a commercially available balancing
stand. Adjust components as necessary so the model
hangs level or slightly nose down. This is the correct
balance point for your model. You might find you may
be required to add a small amount of weight to either
the front or back of the fuselage to achieve the correct
balance.
Preflight
Check Your Radio
Before going to the field, be sure that your batteries
are fully charged per the instructions included with
your radio. Charge both the transmitter and receiver
pack for your airplane. Use the recommended charger
supplied with your particular radio system, following
the instructions provided with the radio. In most cases,
the radio should be charged the night before going
out flying.
Before each flying session, be sure to range check your
radio. See your radio manual for the recommended
range and instructions for your radio system. Each
radio manufacturer specifies different procedures for
their radio systems. Next, start the motor. With the
model securely anchored, check the range again.
The range test should not be significantly affected. If
it is, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment
checked out by the manufacturer.
Note: Keep loose items that can get entangled
in the propeller away from the prop. These
include loose clothing, or other objects such as
pencils and screwdrivers. Especially keep your
hands away from the propeller.
These are general guidelines measured from our own
flight tests. You can experiment with higher rates to
match your preferred style of flying.
Travel Adjust, Sub Trim and Dual Rates are
not listed and should be adjusted according
to each individual model and preference.
After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted
for your personal preference.
Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder
and throttle) move in the correct direction.
Check the radio installation and make sure all the
control surfaces are moving correctly (i.e. the correct
direction and with the recommended throws). Test run
the motor and make sure it transitions smoothly from
off to full throttle and back. Also ensure the engine is
installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions,
and it will operate consistently.
Check all the control horns, servo horns, and
clevises to make sure they are secure and in good
condition. Replace any items that would be considered
questionable. Failure of any of these components in
flight would mean the loss of your aircraft.
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Range Test Your Radio
Flying Your BAe Hawk
Safety, Precautions and Warnings
1. Before each flying session, be sure to range
check your radio. This is accomplished by turning
on your transmitter with the antenna collapsed.
Turn on the receiver in your airplane. With
your airplane on the ground and the engine
running, you should be able to walk 30 paces
(approximately 100 feet) away from your airplane
and still have complete control of all functions.
If not, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio
equipment checked out by the manufacturer.
2. Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator,
rudder and throttle) move in the correct direction.
3. Be sure that your transmitter batteries are
fully charged, per the instructions included with
your radio.
Flying the BAe Hawk is an exciting treat. Enjoy flying
smooth and graceful maneuvers as you enjoy the flight
characteristics of the BAe Hawk. You will find that the
agile BAe Hawk is very capable in the air yet docile
on approach and landings.
If you elect to fly the BAe Hawk without the landing
gear, you will need to hand launch the model. We
highly recommend that this is done by an assistant,
as it requires a steady and strong throw. Launch the
model with full power and a slightly nose high attitude.
When using the landing gear, we suggest using the
lower rate throws listed in the control throws section for
the nose gear on takeoff and landing for smoother and
easier high speed ground handling. Line the model up
pointing into the wind and apply full power. Hold a
small amount of up elevator. The BAe Hawk will rotate
smoothly around 200 feet. After rotation, ease off of
the up elevator and climb to altitude.
The BAe Hawk tracks very well in the air and is
capable of many basic aerobatic maneuvers like loops,
rolls, and inverted flight. We do recommend that
you use throttle management during the whole flight.
Using full power throughout the duration of the flight
will result in shorter flight times and could result in a
shorter life span for the electronics and batteries. Once
you are ready to land, pull the power back and begin
a slightly nose-high approach using throttle to control
your descent. You will find that the BAe Hawk is a very
clean airframe and likes to float. The BAe Hawk will
land at a slightly nose high angle and roll out down
the runway.
As the user of this product, you are solely responsible
for operating it in a manner that does not endanger
yourself and others or result in damage to the product
or the property of others.
Carefully follow the directions and warnings for
this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that you use.
This model is controlled by a radio signal that is
subject to interference from many sources outside
your control. This interference can cause momentary
loss of control so it is necessary to always keep a safe
distance in all directions around your model, as this
margin will help to avoid collisions or injury.
• Always operate your model in an open area away
from cars, traffic or people.
• Avoid operating your model in the street where
injury or damage can occur.
• Never operate the model out into the street or
populated areas for any reason.
• Never operate your model with low transmitter
batteries.
• Carefully follow the directions and warnings for
this and any optional support equipment (chargers,
rechargeable battery packs, etc.) that you use.
• Keep all chemicals, small parts and anything
electrical out of the reach of children.
• Moisture causes damage to electronics. Avoid water
exposure to all equipment not specifically designed
and protected for this purpose.
Warranty Information
Happy Landings!
Warranty Period
Horizon Hobby, Inc., (Horizon) warranties that the
Products purchased (the “Product”) will be free from
defects in materials and workmanship at the date of
purchase by the Purchaser.
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Limited Warranty
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(“Purchaser”) and is not transferable. REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
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Proof of purchase is required for warranty claims.
Further, Horizon reserves the right to change or modify
this warranty without notice and disclaims all other
warranties, express or implied.
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OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
ABOUT NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY
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PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS
OF THE PURCHASER’S INTENDED USE.
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(i) repair or (ii) replace, any Product determined
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these are the Purchaser’s exclusive remedies. Horizon
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involved in a warranty claim. Repair or replacement
decisions are at the sole discretion of Horizon.
This warranty does not cover cosmetic damage or
damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse,
negligence, commercial use, or modification of or
to any part of the Product. This warranty does not
cover damage due to improper installation, operation,
maintenance, or attempted repair by anyone other
than Horizon. Return of any goods by Purchaser must
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no liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any
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Safety Precautions
This is a sophisticated hobby Product and not a toy.
It must be operated with caution and common sense
and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to
operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner
could result in injury or damage to the Product or
other property. This Product is not intended for use by
children without direct adult supervision. The Product
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assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly
and avoid damage or injury.
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cannot provide warranty support or repair. Once
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If this Product needs to be inspected or repaired,
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original sales receipt verifying the proof-of-purchase
date. Provided warranty conditions have been met,
your Product will be repaired or replaced free of
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discretion of Horizon Hobby.
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Non-Warranty Repairs
Should your repair not be covered by warranty
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Users in the European Union
This product must not be disposed of with other waste.
Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their
waste equipment by handing it over to a designated
collection point for the recycling of waste electrical
and electronic equipment. The separate collection
and recycling of your waste equipment at the time
of disposal will help to conserve natural resources
and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that
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you purchased the product.
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2008 Official Academy of Model
Aeronautics Safety Code
GENERAL
1. A model aircraft shall be defined as a non-humancarrying device capable of sustained flight in
the atmosphere. It shall not exceed limitations
established in this code and is intended to be used
exclusively for recreational or competition activity.
2. The maximum takeoff weight of a model aircraft,
including fuel, is 55 pounds, except for those flown
under the AMA Experimental Aircraft Rules.
3. I will abide by this Safety Code and all rules
established for the flying site I use. I will not
willfully fly my model aircraft in a reckless and/or
dangerous manner.
4. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events,
air shows, or model demonstrations until it has
been proven airworthy.
5. I will not fly my model aircraft higher than
approximately 400 feet above ground level,
when within three (3) miles of an airport without
notifying the airport operator. I will yield the rightof-way and avoid flying in the proximity of fullscale aircraft, utilizing a spotter when appropriate.
6. I will not fly my model aircraft unless it is identified
with my name and address, or AMA number,
inside or affixed to the outside of the model
aircraft. This does not apply to model aircraft flown
indoors.
7. I will not operate model aircraft with metal-blade
propellers or with gaseous boosts (other than
air), nor will I operate model aircraft with fuels
containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine.
8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying
pyrotechnic devices which explode burn, or propel
a projectile of any kind. Exceptions include Free
Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke
and are securely attached to the model aircraft
during flight. Rocket motors up to a G-series
size may be used, provided they remain firmly
attached to the model aircraft during flight. Model
rockets may be flown in accordance with the
National Model Rocketry Safety Code; however,
they may not be launched from model aircraft.
Officially designated AMAAir Show Teams (AST)
are authorized to use devices and practices as
defined within the Air Show Advisory Committee
Document.
9. I will not operate my model aircraft while under
the influence of alcohol or within eight (8) hours of
having consumed alcohol.
10. I will not operate my model aircraft while using
any drug which could adversely affect my ability to
safely control my model aircraft.
11. Children under six (6) years old are only allowed
on a flightline or in a flight area as a pilot or while
under flight instruction.
12. When and where required by rule, helmets must
be properly worn and fastened. They must be
OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved
or comply with comparable standards.
RADIO CONTROL
1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner to
avoid over flight of unprotected people.
2. I will have completed a successful radio equipment
ground-range check before the first flight of a new
or repaired model aircraft.
3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a proficient flier, unless I
am assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. At all flying sites a line must be established,
in front of which all flying takes place. Only
personnel associated with flying the model aircraft
are allowed at or in front of the line. In the case
of airshows demonstrations straight line must be
established. An area away from the line must be
maintained for spectators. Intentional flying behind
the line is prohibited.
5. I will operate my model aircraft using only
radio-control frequencies currently allowed by
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are
authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band
frequencies.
6. I will not knowingly operate my model aircraft
within three (3) miles of any preexisting flying
site without a frequency-management agreement.
A frequencymanagement agreement may be an
allocation of frequencies for each site, a dayuse agreement between sites, or testing which
determines that no interference exists. A frequency-
management agreement may exist between two
or more AMA chartered clubs, AMA clubs and
individual AMA members, or individual AMA
members. Frequency-management agreements,
including an interference test report if the
agreement indicates no interference exists, will be
signed by all parties and copies provided to AMA
Headquarters.
7. With the exception of events flown under official
AMA rules, no powered model may be flown
outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual,
except for the pilot and located at the flightline.
8. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other
person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is
still under power, except to divert it from striking
an individual.
9. Radio-controlled night flying is limited to lowperformance model aircraft (less than 100 mph).
The model aircraft must be equipped with a
lighting system which clearly defines the aircraft’s
attitude and direction at all times.
10. The operator of a radio-controlled model aircraft
shall control it during the entire flight, maintaining
visual contact without enhancement other than by
corrective lenses that are prescribed for the pilot.
No model aircraft shall be equipped with devices
which allow it to be flown to a selected location
which is beyond the visual range of the pilot.
PARK FLYER SAFE OPERATING RECOMMENDATIONS
- Inspect your model before every flight to make
certain it is airworthy.
- Be aware of any other radio frequency user who
may present an interference problem.
- Always be courteous and respectful of other users
of your selected flight area.
- Choose an area clear of obstacles and large
enough to safely accommodate your flying activity.
- Make certain this area is clear of friends and
spectators prior to launching your aircraft.
- Be aware of other activities in the vicinity of your
flight path that could cause potential conflict.
- Carefully plan your flight path prior to launch.
- Abide by any and all established AMA National
Model Aircraft Safety Code.
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