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Split S
The Split S is basically an Immelmann
Turn done backwards. Here's how you should perform this maneuver:
Enter from straight and level flight
and reduce the throttle to idle. Roll 180 degrees to level inverted
flight. Allow the reduced throttle setting and gravity to start the
loop for you. Resist the temptation to add elevator yet. Gently add up
elevator during the first quarter loop. Maximum elevator deflection
will be needed when the aircraft is pointing straight down. Gently
reduce up elevator during the last quarter of the loop. If you
maintain the elevator used on the first quarter loop, the loop will
tighten (decrease in radius) on you and won't be round. Recover to
straight and level flight and increase throttle.
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| Fuel
Proofing your Firewall Firewalls
of planes are normally coated with epoxy to help prevent
fuel and oil damage to the wood. On planes with no cowling,
apply a coat of epoxy on the firewall after you cover the
plane with film covering. Make sure the film overlaps a
little onto the firewall. This way the epoxy seals the edges
of the film covering. You can also thin the epoxy with
alcohol to make it easier to brush on
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