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 Fly
by Wire
Some people "fly by the seat of their pants", Control Liners
fly by a wire! Control-line (or "U" control) flying has been
around for over 50 years and is still very popular today.
Control-line airplanes come in two basic styles; the Profile
airplane (has a flat body), and the Built-Up Fuselage airplane (has a
full-body design). The Profile airplane is the best choice for a
beginner for several reasons. First, it is easier and quicker to
build. Second, it is easier to learn to fly a Profile-type
airplane. And third, a Profile-type is easier to repair.
Before attempting your first control-line flight, it is
suggested that you practice turning around counter-clockwise until you
can turn without becoming really dizzy. If you will practice
turning around about 20 or 30 turns at a time, for a day or two, you
will find that the dizziness subsides and you will be able to turn with
the model and keep yourself and the airplane under full control at all
times. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT! Dizziness may cause you to
lose control which will result in a severe crash. If at all
possible, secure the help of an experienced control-line flyer.
There are several manufacturers making good kits for control-line
flying and ARF's (almost ready to fly) airplanes are beginning to
appear. Brodak, Sig, TopFlite and Cox are the best known and are
all carried by PARMA HOBBY.
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