Hobbico guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both
material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not cover any component parts damaged by use or
modification. In no case shall Hobbico’s liability exceed the original cost of the purchased kit. Further, Hobbico reserves
the right to change or modify this warranty without notice.
In that Hobbico has no control over the final assembly or material
used for final assembly, no liability shall be assumed nor
accepted for any damage resulting from the use by the user of
the final user-assembled product. By the act of using the
user-assembled product, the user accepts all resulting liability.
If the buyer is not prepared to accept the liability associated
with the use of this product, the buyer is advised to return
Weight:
Wing
Loading:
Length:
Radio:
Battery
and ESC:
this kit immediately in new and unused condition to the
place of purchase.
To make a warranty claim send the defective part or item to
Hobby Services at the address below:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Dr. Suite 1
Champaign IL 61822 USA
Include a letter stating your name, return shipping address, as
much contact information as possible (daytime telephone
number, fax number, e-mail address), a detailed description of
the problem and a photocopy of the purchase receipt. Upon
receipt of the package the problem will be evaluated as quickly
as possible.
30.4 oz
[860 g]
12.4 oz/ft
2
[38 g/dm2]
33 in
[840mm]
4-channel
(required)
3s 1300mAh,
16A ESC
READ THROUGH THIS MANUAL BEFORE STARTING CONSTRUCTION. IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CONCERNING THE ASSEMBLY AND USE OF THIS MODEL.
If you are not already a member of the AMA, please join!
The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and
membership provides liability insurance coverage, protects
modelers’ rights and interests and is required to fl y at most
R/C sites.
ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Tele. (800) 435-9262
Fax (765) 741-0057
Or via the Internet at:
http://www.modelaircraft.org
http://www.modelaircraft.org/parkfl yer.aspx
IMPORTANT!!!
Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the
radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid fl ying near fullscale aircraft and avoid fl ying near or over groups of people.
PROTECT YOUR MODEL, YOURSELF
& OTHERS… FOLLOW THESE
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Your Super Cub should not be considered a toy, but rather
a sophisticated, working model that functions very much like
a full-size airplane. Because of its performance capabilities,
the Cessna Skylane, if not assembled and operated correctly,
could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and
damage to property.
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Piper Super Cub RTF (Ready-
to-Fly). The Cub is forgiving and “friendly” enough for
pilots with little experience, but also responsive enough for
experienced pilots who desire a durable Piper Cub that they
can “toss” around the sky.
For the latest technical updates or manual corrections to
the Super Cub visit the Hobbico web site at www.hobbico.com. Open the “Airplanes” link, then select “Super Cub”. If
there is new technical information or changes to this model
a “tech notice” box will appear in the upper left corner of
the page.
2. You must assemble the model according to the instructions. Do not alter or modify the model, as doing so
may result in an unsafe or unfl yable model. In a few cases
the instructions may differ slightly from the photos. In those
instances the written instructions should be considered
as correct.
3. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not fl own
this type of model before, we recommend that you get
the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for
your fi rst fl ights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local
hobby shop has information about clubs in your area whose
membership includes experienced pilots.
4. While this kit has been fl ight tested to exceed normal use,
if the plane will be used for extremely high stress fl ying, such
as racing, or if an engine larger than one in the recommended
range is used, the modeler is responsible for taking steps to
reinforce the high stress points and/or substituting hardware
more suitable for the increased stress.
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We, as the kit manufacturer, provide you with a top quality,
thoroughly tested kit and instructions, but ultimately the
quality and fl yability of your fi nished model depends
on how you build it; therefore, we cannot in any way
guarantee the performance of your completed model,
and no representations are expressed or implied as to the
performance or safety of your completed model.
ADDITIONAL ITEMS REQUIRED
Radio Control System
(8) AA batteries will be required to operate the
❏
transmitter (FUGP7308).
Additional Battery and
Charging System (Optional)
The LiPo battery charger included with your Piper Super Cub
RTF is a simple, safe, entry-level charger that charges at a
rate of 800mA. The capacity of the included LiPo battery is
1300mAh, so this works out to an approximate charge time
(for a discharged battery) of 1 hour, 37 minutes (1300mAh
divided by 800mA = 1.625 x 60 minutes = 97 minutes). But
some pilots prefer to have several batteries and charge them
faster so they can fl y more. For charging up to four batteries
faster (60 minutes) all at the same time, the Great Planes
PolyCharge4™ DC-powered LiPo charger (GPMM3015) is
recommended. But unlike the included ElectriFly charger,
the PolyCharge4 does not have an internal LiPo cell
balancer which is a critical component in making sure your
LiPo batteries charge effi ciently and evenly. So, for each
LiPo battery you wish to charge simultaneously, one Great
Planes Equinox™ LiPo Cell Balancer (GPMM3160) will also
be required. Finally, the PolyCharge4 does not have AC
capability, so if wall-charging is a priority a separate A/C
12-Volt power source must also be purchased separately.
A suitable power supply for the PolyCharge4 is the Great
Planes 12V 12A DC power supply (GPMP0901).
Required Assembly Tools
Other than common hobby tools this is the list of adhesives
and building supplies that are required to fi nish the Cub.
Small needle-nose pliers (HCAR0625) or hemostats
❏
(BRUR1302)
#1 Phillips screwdriver (DTXR0174)
❏
Thread-locking cement (GPMR6060)
❏
Small crescent wrench
❏
Great Planes stick-on lead weight (Optional, GPMQ4485)
❏
ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS
Replacement parts for the Hobbico Flyzone Super Cub
are available using the order numbers in the Replacement Parts List that follows. The fastest, most economical service
can be provided by your hobby dealer or mail-order company.
To locate a hobby dealer, visit the Hobbico web site at www.
hobbico.com. Choose “Where to Buy” at the bottom of the
menu on the left side of the page. Follow the instructions
provided on the page to locate a U.S., Canadian or
International dealer.
Parts may also be ordered directly from Hobby Services
by calling (217) 398-0007, or fax at (217) 398-7721, but full
retail prices and shipping and handling charges will apply.
Illinois and Nevada residents will also be charged sales tax.
If ordering via fax, include a Visa
and expiration date for payment.
Mail parts orders and payments by personal check to:
Hobby Services
3002 N. Apollo Drive, Suite 1
Champaign, IL 61822
Be certain to specify the order number exactly as listed in
the Replacement Parts List. Payment by credit card or
personal check only; no C.O.D.
If additional assistance is required for any reason, contact
Product Support by telephone at (217) 398-8970, or by
e-mail at productsupport@hobbico.com.
Full-size plans are not available.
You can download a copy of this
manual at www.hobbico.com.
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or MasterCard® number
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KIT INSPECTION
Before starting to build, inspect the parts to make sure they are of acceptable quality. If any parts are missing or are not of
acceptable quality, or if you need assistance with assembly, contact Product Support. When reporting defective or missing
parts, use the part names exactly as they are written in the Kit Contents list.
Not shown: (3) wire pushrods with Z-bends on one end
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ASSEMBLE THE MODEL
Mount the Main Landing Gear
1. Remove the preinstalled 2 x 15mm Phillips screws from
❏
the aft landing gear mount on the bottom of the fuselage.
Phillps screw into the aft mount and through the gear, but
don’t tighten it all the way down yet (the screw will be removed
and reinstalled again later when attaching the wing struts).
Mount the right main landing gear the same way.
3. Remove the small screw from the plastic landing gear
❏
wire connector that is not already holding in the other gear
wire. Insert the other landing gear wire into the connector,
making sure it is fully seated. Reinstall the screw using care
not to over-tighten it. Mount the end of both gear springs to
the front, inner mount with 2 x 5mm Phillips screws.
Mount the Vertical & Horizontal
Stabilizers (Fin and Stab)
1. Flex the elevators up and down a few times to loosen
❏
them up so they move easier.
2. Press the landing gear wire in the left main landing gear
❏
into the landing gear mount. Then, reinstall the 2 x 15mm
2. Insert one of the pushrod wires part way up through the
❏
elevator pushrod guide tube in the fuselage.
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