Owner manual

AMA We urge you to join the AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) and a local R/C club. The AMA is the governing body of model aviation and membership is required to fly at AMA clubs. Though joining the AMA provides many benefits, one of the primary reasons to join is liability protection. Coverage is not limited to flying at contests or on the club field. It even applies to flying at public demonstrations and air shows. Failure to comply with the Safety Code (excerpts printed in the back of the manual) may endanger insurance coverage. Additionally, training programs and instructors are available at AMA club sites to help you get started the right way. There are over 2,500 AMA chartered clubs across the country. Contact the AMA at the address or toll-free phone number below:
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5151 East Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN 47302-9252
Tele. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Or via the Internet at: http://www.modelaircraft.org
IMPORTANT!!!
Two of the most important things you can do to preserve the radio controlled aircraft hobby are to avoid flying near full-scale aircraft and avoid flying near or over groups of people. IMAA The Top Flite Piper Arrow II is an excellent scale model and is eligible to fly in IMAA events.The IMAA (International Miniature Aircraft Association) is an organization that promotes non-competitive flying of giant-scale models. If you plan to attend an IMAA event, obtain a copy of the IMAA Safety Code by contacting the IMAA at the address or telephone number below, or by logging on to their web site at:
www.fly-imaa.org/imaa/sanction.html
IMAA 205 S. Hilldale Road Salina, KS 67401 [phone] Scale Competition The outline of this Top Flite Gold Edition Piper Arrow II was derived from three-view drawings and photos. The scale is 1:4.6 which was calculated from averaging the scale wingspan and the scale length. Though the Top Flite Piper Arrow II may not have the same level of detail as an “all-out” scratch-built competition model, it is still a relatively detailed scale model and is therefore ideal for competing in R/C Sport Scale (Sportsman and Expert), R/C
Fun Scale
(Division 1 or Division 2), or even the Team Scale classes in AMA competition (we receive many favorable reports of Top Flite models in scale competition!). In Fun Scale, to receive the five points for scale documentation, the only proof required that a full size aircraft of this type did exist in your paint/markings scheme is a single sheet such as a kit box cover from a plastic model, a photo, or a profile painting, etc. If the photo is in black and white other written documentation of color must be provided. Contact the AMA for a rule book with full details. Note: The propeller on the model on the kit box cover is oversize for the engine, but provides a scale appearance. It is a Master Airscrew 13 x 8 three-blade (MASQ1938). The model could actually be flown with a three-blade prop, but it must be the correct size to match your engine. If you would like photos of the full-size Piper Arrow for scale documentation, or if you would like to study the photos to add more scale details, photo packs are available from:
Bob’s Aircraft Documentation
3114 Yukon Ave
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: www.bobsairdoc.com
1. Your Piper Arrow 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 Piper Arrow, if not assembled and operated correctly, could possibly cause injury to yourself or spectators and damage to property. 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 unflyable 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. You must take time to build straight,true and strong. 4. You must use an R/C radio system that is in first- class condition, and a correctly sized engine and components (fuel tank, wheels, etc.) throughout the building process. 5. You must correctly install all R/C and other components so that the model operates correctly on the ground and in the air. 6. You must check the operation of the model before every flight to insure that all equipment is operating and that the model has remained structurally sound. Be sure to check clevises or other connectors often and replace them if they show any signs of wear or fatigue. 7. If you are not an experienced pilot or have not flown this type of model before, we recommend that you get the assistance of an experienced pilot in your R/C club for your first flights. If you’re not a member of a club, your local hobby shop has
PROTECT YOUR MODEL,
YOURSELF & OTHERS
FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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