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Parachutes
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What it is:
The Parachute is a vertical dive that
instantly decelerates in its descent as it abruptly corners
90°, turning into an Elevator
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How to do it:
Start from about 400-500 feet straight and
level, chop throttle, and push the nose straight down. As
soon as the model is diving straight down at low throttle,
add full up elevator. If you do it right, the Extra will
instantly transition from a vertical dive to an Elevator.
(Tip: Add a little throttle just after transition to an
Elevator. That'll keep fuel going to the engine and keep it
from quitting.)
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Trickiest part:
Aside from steering it with the rudder,
you'll quickly see that this maneuver is a matter of juggling
the throttle and rudder to get the plane to go where you want
it to go. |
Recovery: Basic-
Simply add full power and reduce elevator
to transition into normal forward flight |
Advanced-
Juggle the throttle to slowly lose altitude
and do a Harrier landing. The model will land on the rear of
the rudder first, then add a little power so it doesn't smack
the landing gear too hard. |
Worst way to mess up:
To build up too much speed. This maneuver
has huge "WOW" factor, but just like a Blender, too much
speed and it over stresses the wing. So watch the speed. |
| 3D with Mike
McConville (Part One) |
| Written by: Mike
McConville |
| Article Type: |
How-Tos |
| Posted: |
9/29/2000 |
| Copyright: |
Copyright © 2000
Horizon Hobby, Inc. |
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| Sharp
Propellers Most propellers have
very sharp edges when new, especially at the trailing edge,
which can cut your fingers. Always sand the edges smooth
with fine sandpaper as soon as you buy them. |
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