GPMA1200 Escapade Tech Note 2

Hold onto the airplane by both sides of

the fuselage, not by the canopy hatch.

When starting the engine, some modelers inadvertently slide the canopy hatch forward while

pushing the fuselage against the electric starter. To avoid this, don’t hold onto the canopy

hatch while starting the engine. Grasp only the fuselage sides just below the hatch.

To make certain the canopy hatch always remains latched and secure, stick two or three

layers of 1/8" [3.2mm] single-sided foam wing seating tape on the front of the canopy hatch

as shown. This will assist the magnets in pushing the canopy all the way back assuring that

the tabs remain locked. Additionally, always make certain the canopy is all the way back and

locked before taking off.

Technical Notice for Great Planes Escapade ARF

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Technical Notice for Great Planes Escapade ARF Hold onto the airplane by both sides of the fuselage, not by the canopy hatch. When starting the engine, some modelers inadvertently slide the canopy hatch forward while pushing the fuselage against the electric starter. To avoid this, don’t hold onto the canopy hatch while starting the engine. Grasp only the fuselage sides just below the hatch. To make certain the canopy hatch always remains latched and secure, stick two or three layers of 1/8" [3.