E-flite Advance 25e ARF Assembly Manual

Advance 25e ARF

Assembly Manual

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Notice

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Meaning of Special Language

The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product:

NOTICE: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create a possibility of physical property damage

AND a little or no possibility of injury.

CAUTION: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of physical property damage

AND a possibility of serious injury.

WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superficial injury.

WARNING: Read the ENTIRE instruction manual to become familiar with the features of the product before operating. Failure to operate the product correctly can result in damage to the product, personal property and cause serious injury.

This is a sophisticated hobby product and NOT a toy. It must be operated with caution and common sense and requires some basic mechanical ability. Failure to operate this Product in a safe and responsible manner could result in injury or damage to the product or other property. This product is not intended for use by children without direct adult supervision. Do not attempt disassembly, use with incompatible components or augment product in any way without the approval of Horizon

Hobby, Inc. This manual contains instructions for safety, operation and maintenance. It is essential to read and follow all the instructions and warnings in the manual, prior to assembly, setup or use, in order to operate correctly and avoid damage or serious injury.

COMpONENTS

FLIGhT

Warnings

Read and follow all instructions and safety precautions before use. Improper use can result in fire, serious injury and damage to property.

Age Recommendation: Not for children under 14 years. This is not a toy.

Use only with compatible components. Should any compatibility questions exist please refer to the product instructions, the component instructions or contact

Horizon Hobby, Inc.

Fly only in open areas to ensure safety. It is recommended flying be done at AMA (Academy of

Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites. Consult local laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft.

pROpELLER

Keep loose items that can get entangled in the propeller away from the prop, including loose clothing, or other objects such as pencils and screwdrivers.

Especially keep your hands away from the propeller as injury can occur.

BATTERIES

Notes on Lithium polymer Batteries

When misused, lithium polymer batteries are significantly more volatile than alkaline or Ni-Cd/

Ni-MH batteries used in RC applications. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions when using and disposing of any batteries. Mishandling of Li-Po batteries can result in fire causing serious injury and damage.

SMALL pARTS

This kit includes small parts and should not be left unattended near children as choking and serious injury could result.

SAFETy pRECAUTIONS

• Check all control surfaces prior to each takeoff.

• Do not fly your model near spectators, parking areas or any other area that could result in injury to people or damage of property.

• Do not fly during adverse weather conditions. Poor visibility can cause disorientation and loss of control of your aircraft. Strong winds can cause similar problems.

• Do not take chances. If at any time during flight you observe any erratic or abnormal operation, land immediately and do not resume flight until the cause of the problem has been ascertained and corrected.

Safety can never be taken lightly.

• Do not fly near power lines.

E-flite Advance 25e ARF Assembly Manual

Table of Contents

Notice ...................................................................... 2

Meaning of Special Language ................................... 2

Warnings ................................................................. 2

Introduction .............................................................. 3

Important Information Regarding

Warranty Information ....................................... 3

Specifications ........................................................... 3

Using the Manual ..................................................... 3

Contents of Kit/Parts Layout ...................................... 3

Covering Colors ........................................................ 3

Hardware/Accessory Sizes ....................................... 3

Recommended Radio Equipment ................................ 4

Power 25 Motor Setup .............................................. 4

Power 32 Motor Setup .............................................. 4

Optional Accessories ................................................ 4

Required Tools and Adhesives ................................... 4

Hinging the Ailerons ................................................. 4

Aileron Servo Installation .......................................... 6

Joining the Wing Panels ............................................ 9

Radio Installation ....................................................11

Nose Gear Installation ............................................13

Motor Installation ....................................................15

Main Landing Gear Installation ...............................18

Wing Installation ....................................................20

Stabilizer and Vertical Fin Installation .......................21

Hinging the Elevator and Rudder .............................24

Rudder and Elevator Linkage Installation ..................25

Optional Pilot Installation.........................................27

Canopy Installation .................................................28

Canopy Installation .................................................29

Decal Installation ....................................................29

Center of Gravity ....................................................30

Control Throws .......................................................30

Preflight ..................................................................31

Flying Your Advance 25e ARF .................................31

Range Test Your Radio .............................................32

Daily Flight Checks .................................................32

Warranty and Repair Policy ....................................32

Warranty Services ..................................................33

Compliance Information for the European Union ......34

2010 Official Academy of

Model Aeronautics Safety Code ......................34


Introduction

E-flite ® is proud to announce the Advance 25e, a low-wing sport plane with exceptionally smooth flight performance at an accessible price. Designed by world-class competition pilot and designer, Mike

McConville, this aircraft includes semi-symmetrical airfoil wings for great aerobatic flight, tricycle landing gear for excellent ground handling, and an UltraCote ® trim scheme to provide the best finish. Additionally, convenience plays a big factor in the Advance 25e, which is why it is designed for both 25 and 32-size brushless outrunner motors and is constructed with a bolt-on wing for simpler setup and tear-down for easy transport.

Important Information

Regarding Warranty Information

Please read our Warranty and Liability Limitations section before building this product. If you as the

Purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use of this Product, you are advised to return this Product immediately in new and unused condition to the place of purchase.

Specifications

Wingspan:

Wing Area:

52.5 in (1335mm)

535 sq in (34.5 sq dm)

Length: 49.0 in (1245mm)

Weight w/o Battery: 3.70–3.90 lb (1.6–1.8 kg)

Weight with Battery: 4.40–4.06 lb (1.9–2.1 kg)

Using the Manual

This manual is divided into sections to help make assembly easier to understand, and to provide breaks between each major section. In addition, check boxes have been placed next to each step to keep track of its completion. Steps with a single circle () are performed once, while steps with two or more circles

() indicate the step will require repeating, such as for a right or left wing panel, two servos, etc.

Remember to take your time and follow the directions.

Contents of Kit/parts Layout

Replacement parts

EFL422501

EFL422502

EFL422503

EFL422504

EFL422505

EFL422506

EFL422507

EFL422508

EFL422509

Wing Set with Ailerons

Fuselage with Hatch

Tail Set

Pushrod Set

Landing Gear Set

Canopy

Decal Set

Wood Spacer, Power 32

Wheels Set

White

True Red

Deep Blue

Covering Colors

HANU870

HANU866

HANU873

hardware/Accessory Sizes

Main wheel diameter

Nose wheel diameter

2 1 /

4

-in (57mm)

2-in (51mm)

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Recommended Radio Equipment

You will need a minimum 4-channel transmitter, receiver and six servos. You can choose to purchase a complete radio system. If you are using an existing transmitter, just purchase the other required equipment separately. We recommend the crystalfree, interference-free Spektrum ™ DX6 2.4GHz DSM

6-channel system. If using your own transmitter, we recommend the following radio equipment.

®

If you own the Spektrum DX6i radio, or you are using a different DSM2 radio, just add the AR6200 DSM2 ™

6-channel receiver and four JR SPORT ™ MN48 servos.

Complete Radio System

SPM6600 DX6i DSM2 6CH system

Or purchase Separately

SPMAR6200

JSP20040

JRPA135

JSP98100

AR6200 DSM2 6-Channel

Full-Range Receiver

MN48 Servo (4)

Y-harness ailerons to receiver

3-inch (76mm) Servo Extension

power 25 Motor Setup

EFLM4025A

EFLA1040L

EFLB32003S30

APC12080E

Power 25 BL Outrunner

Motor, 870Kv

40-Amp Lite Pro SB

Brushless ESC

3200mAh 3S 14.8V 30C Li-Po,

12AWG EC3

12 x 8E Electric Propeller

power 32 Motor Setup

EFLM4032A

EFLA1060

EFLB32004S30

APC12060E

Power 32 Brushless Outrunner

Motor, 770Kv

60-Amp Pro Switch-Mode BEC

Brushless ESC

3200mAh 4S 14.8V 30C Li-Po,

12AWG EC3

12 x 6E Electric Propeller

EFLSP175

EFLA110

EFLC505

EFLA151

Optional Accessories

EFLAEC312

1 3 /

4

-inch Aluminum Spinner with 4mm and 5mm Collets

Power Meter

Intelligent 1- to 5-Cell

Balancing Charger

Charge Lead with 12-inch

Wire and Jacks, 16AWG

1/9 Civilian Pilot, Blue

Required Tools and Adhesives

Tools & Equipment

Drill

Felt-tipped pen

Low-tack tape

Mixing stick

Paper towel

Pin vise

Pliers

Ruler

Epoxy brush

Flat file

Mixing cup

Medium grit sandpaper

Pencil

Phillips screwdriver: #1, #2

Rubbing alcohol

Scissors

Side cutter

Square

Spinner

T-pins

Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm), 5/64-inch (2mm)

Hex wrench: 2.5mm, 3/32-inch

Hobby knife with #11 blade

Optional Tools & Equipment

Balancing stand (optional)

Box wrench: 10mm

Z-bend pliers

Adhesives

30-minute epoxy Silicone adhesive

Thin CA Medium CA

Threadlock

During the course of building your model we suggest you use a soft base for the building surface.

Such things as a foam stand, large piece of bedding foam or a thick bath towel will work well and help protect the model from damage during assembly. This is not shown in the instructions to provide the greatest detail in the photos.

hinging the Ailerons

Required parts

Wing panel with aileron (left and right)


Thin CA

Pin vise

T-pins

Drill bit: 1/16-inch (1.5mm)

 1. Locate the wing panel. Separate the aileron from the wing panel. Set the four hinges aside at this time.

 2. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill a hole in the center of each hinge slot in the wing panel. This will provide a tunnel for the CA to wick into, making the bond between the hinge and wood stronger.


 3. Prepare the aileron for hinging following the procedure described in Step 2.

 5. Slide the hinges in the aileron into the slots on the wing. Check that the gap at each end of the aileron is equal.

 7. Once the CA has fully cured, gently pull on the wing and aileron to make sure the hinges are glued securely. If not, reapply thin CA to any hinges that are not secure.

 4. Slide the hinges into the aileron. Insert the hinges so the holes in the hinge are at the hinge line. Insert a T-pin through one of the holes to keep the hinge centered when the aileron is installed on the wing panel.

When gluing the hinges, do not use a CA accelerator. The CA must be allowed time to soak into the hinges to provide the best bond between the hinge and surrounding wood.

 6. Remove the T-pins from the hinges. Make sure the aileron is tight against the wing. Wick thin CA into each hinge, both top and bottom, until the hinge is saturated with CA. Allow the CA to fully cure before proceeding.

 8. Flex the aileron through its range of motion a number of times to break in the hinges. This will reduce the initial load on the servo for your first flights.


 9. Repeat Steps 1 through 8 to install the remaining aileron and hinges.

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Aileron Servo Installation

Required parts

Silicone tubing

Transmitter

Nylon clevis (2)

Receiver


Servo with hardware (2)

Threaded pushrod, 11 7 /

8

-inch (302mm)

Nylon control horn with backplate (2)

2mm x 12mm machine screw (4)


Thin CA

Side cutter

Felt-tipped pen

Ruler

Pliers

Drill bit: 5/64-inch

Phillips screwdriver: #1

Pin vise

Square


Low-tack tape

Optional Tools

Z-bend pliers

 1. Prepare the aileron servo by installing the rubber grommets and brass eyelets as described in the servo instructions.

 3. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the servo mounting holes. This will harden the threads in the surrounding wood, which will help prevent the screws from vibrating loose.

 2. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo mounting screw in each of the four servo mounting holes. This will cut threads into the surrounding wood.

 4. Carefully remove the string from the servo pocket. Make sure not to pull the string loose from the center of the wing. Tie the end of the string around the servo lead near the connector.

Before starting the installation of the servos, it is recommended to center the trims and sticks on your transmitter. If you are using a computer radio, make sure to reset a model memory and name it for this particular model. We also recommend binding the transmitter and receiver at this time following the instructions provided with your radio system.


 5. Use the string to pull the servo lead through the wing and out of the hole in the top of the wing panel.

 7. Use the radio system to center the aileron servo.

Position the servo horn parallel to the hinge line of the aileron. Enlarge the hole in the servo horn facing toward the wing tip that is 1/2-inch (13mm) from the center of the horn using a pin vise and

5/64-inch drill bit. Use side cutters to remove any unused arms from the servo horn so they don’t interfere with the operation of the aileron servo.

 8. Position a square so it is aligned with the edge of the wing and the hole in the servo horn enlarged in

Step 6. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the aileron for the aileron control horn. This aligns the horn and linkage correctly for your model.

Leave a small amount of string tied to the servo lead.

Tape the string to the top of the wing to prevent the servo lead from falling back into the wing.

 6. Use the screws provided with the servo to secure it in the wing. The output shaft of the servo will face the aileron. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the servo mounting screws.

When installing the aileron servos, the linkages must connect to the side of the servo facing the wing tips as shown.

Toward Wing Tip

 9. Position the control horn on the aileron. The holes in the control horn will align with the hinge line of the aileron, and with the mark made in the previous step. Use a felt-tipped pen to transfer the locations for the control horn mounting screws on the aileron.

Toward Wing Tip

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 10. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to drill the two holes for the control horn mounting screws.

 12. Attach the control horn to the aileron using two

2mm x 12mm machine screws and the control horn backplate. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws. Make sure not to over-tighten the screws and damage the underlying wood.

 14. Slide the small piece of tubing in a nylon clevis.

Thread the clevis 12-turns on a 11 7 /

8

-inch (302mm) threaded pushrod wire. This will provide enough threads in the clevis to be secure and allow for adjustment of the linkage.

 11. Apply 2–3 drops on thin CA in each of the holes to harden the surrounding wood. This will keep the control horn secure and prevent the surrounding wood from becoming damaged over time.

 13. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to cut a

1/4-inch (6mm) piece from the silicone tube.

 15. Wrap a small piece of low-tack tape around the aileron and trailing edge to keep the aileron centered. Attach the clevis to the outer hole of the control horn.


Attach clevis to outer hole

Drawing not to scale

 16. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the pushrod where it crosses the hole in the servo horn that was enlarged in Step 6.

 17. Disconnect the clevis from the control horn.

Make a Z-bend in the pushrod wire using a pair of pliers. Use side cutters to trim the excess wire to match the photo below.

Joining the Wing panels

Required parts


Hardwood wing joiner


30-minute epoxy Pencil

Low-tack tape

Mixing stick

Epoxy brush

Paper towel

Mixing cup

Rubbing alcohol


 1. Locate the hardwood wing joiner. Mark the joiner and wing panels with an “R” and “L” so the joiner can be associated with a particular wing panel for test fitting.

 18. Insert the bend in the hole of the servo horn. Reconnect the clevis to the outer hole of the control horn. Slide the silicone tube over the forks of the clevis to prevent it from opening accidentally in flight.

Making a Z-bend takes some skill. There is plenty of excess wire to experiment with. We recommend using Z-bend pliers (HAN119) to make the perfect Z-bend in your pushrod wire.

 19. Repeat Steps 1 through 19 to install the remaining aileron servo and linkage. Remove the low-tack tape securing the aileron before joining the wing panels.

 2. Slide the wing joiner into one of the wing panels.

Use a pencil to draw a line on the joiner against the wing as shown. The joiner should easily slide into the wing panel. If not, use medium grit sandpaper to lightly sand the joiner so it slides in easily.


 3. Slide the joiner into the opposite wing panel.

It should slide in up to or past the line drawn in the previous step. If not, you will need to sand the joiner using medium grit sandpaper so it fits.

 5. Separate the wing panels and remove the joiner.

Mix 1/2 ounce (15mL) of 30-minute epoxy. Use a mixing stick to apply epoxy into the joiner pocket of one of the wing panels.

 7. Use an epoxy brush to apply the epoxy to one half of the joiner. Make sure to coat the front, back, top and bottom of the joiner with epoxy.

 4. Slide the two wing panels together. They should fit together tightly with no gaps. If there are gaps, use medium grit sandpaper to make any necessary adjustments.

Before applying epoxy, wrap low-tack tape 1/32inch (1mm) from the root edge of the wing to help prevent the epoxy from running onto the wing.

 6. Use an epoxy brush to apply a thin coat of epoxy to the exposed wood on the wing root as shown.

 8. Slide the wing joiner into the wing panel. Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy.

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The following steps must be completed before the epoxy begins to cure. Make sure to read through and understand the following steps before mixing any epoxy.


 9. Repeat Steps 5 through 8 to apply epoxy to the exposed joiner and to the remaining wing panel.

Slide the panels together and use low-tack tape to hold them tightly together until the epoxy fully cures.

Make sure to use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy before it begins to cure.

Radio Installation

Required parts

Fuselage

Transmitter

Y-harness

Servo with hardware (2)

Receiver

Hook and loop tape


Scissors

Thin CA

Pin vise


Side cutter

Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)

 1. Prepare the rudder and elevator servos by installing the rubber grommets and brass eyelets.

 3. Use the radio system to center the rudder servo.

Enlarge the hole in the servo arm that is 1/2-inch

(13mm) from the center of the servo for the rudder pushrod. Use side cutters to remove the shorter arms from the horn so they don’t interfere with the operation of the servo. Make sure to leave the two arms as shown: one connects to the rudder, the other connects to the nose gear steering. Do not enlarge any of the holes on the side of the arm for the steering pushrod.

 10. Once the epoxy has fully cured, remove the tape from the wing.

We recommend working through the next two sections of the manual to allow the epoxy to fully cure.

 2. Use the radio system to center the elevator servo. Enlarge the hole in the servo arm that is

1/2-inch (13mm) from the center of the servo. Use side cutters to remove the remaining arms from the horn so they don’t interfere with the operation of the servo.

 4. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a servo mounting screw in each of the eight servo mounting holes. This will cut threads into the surrounding wood.


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 5. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the servo mounting holes. This will harden the threads in the surrounding wood, which will help prevent the servo mounting screws from vibrating loose.

 7. Use scissors to cut two small pieces of hook and loop tape to fit the main and remote receivers.

Apply the tape to the receivers as shown.

 9. Secure the remote receiver to the fuselage side using the hook and loop tape.

 6. Mount the rudder and elevator servos in the fuselage. Make sure to guide the servo leads through the radio tray. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the servo mounting screws.

 8. Mount the main receiver in the fuselage using the hook and loop tape. Plug the rudder, elevator and

Y-harness for the aileron servos into the receiver at this time.


Nose Gear Installation

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Nose gear mount

Nylon clevis Silicone tubing

Nose gear wire Wheel, 2-inch (51mm)

Nylon spacer 3mm x 15mm machine screw (4)

Steering arm with screw

Wheel collar with screw

Pushrod wire, 24-inch (610mm)

Nylon tube, 11 7 /

8

-inch (302mm)


Ruler

Threadlock

Felt-tipped pen

Pliers

Medium CA




Side cutter

Flat file

 1. Use medium grit sandpaper to lightly sand a

1/4-inch (6mm) wide section of the 11 7 /

8

-inch

(302mm) pushrod tube. This provides a surface for the CA to bond to when the pushrod is glued in the fuselage. Use the photo to locate the areas that are

2 1 /

4

-inch (57mm) and 6-inches (147mm) from the end of the tube.

 2. Remove the battery cover by rotating the knob on the cover 90-degrees. Lift the cover and set it aside in a safe location.

 3. Slide the pushrod tube into the fuselage through the oval hole in the firewall with the

2 1 /

4

-inch (57mm) sanded end first. The tube will be routed up through the battery tray, then through the hole in the former near the servo tray. With the end of the tube flush with the firewall, use medium CA to glue the tube where it crosses the formers inside the fuselage.

Always use threadlock on metal-to-metal fasteners.

 4. Attach the nose gear mount to the firewall using four 3mm x 15mm machine screws and a #1

Phillips screwdriver.


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 5. Position the steering arm in the nose gear mount.

Slide the nose gear wire through the mount and steering arm so it is flush with the top of the nose gear mount. The steering arm will angle away from the firewall so the nose wheel can operate properly.

Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screw in the steering arm so it rests on the flat area on the nose gear wire.

Use the rudder trim on the radio to trim the model in flight. If the model does not track straight on the runway, adjust the clevis on the steering linkage. Do not use the rudder trim to correct the steering on your model.

 7. Slide the steering pushrod wire into the tube from the inside of the fuselage. Connect the clevis to the outer hole of the rudder servo horn.

 9. Use pliers to make a 90-degree bend in the wire.

Use side cutters to trim the wire 3/8-inch (9mm) past the bend as shown.

 10. Insert the wire through the outer hole in the steering arm. You may have to disassemble the nose gear assembly to fit the wire through the hole.

 6. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to cut a 1/4inch (6mm) piece from the silicone tube. Slide the small piece of tubing on a nylon clevis. Thread the clevis

12-turns on a 24-inch (610mm) threaded pushrod wire. This will provide enough thread in the clevis to be secure and allow for adjustment of the linkage.

 8. Center the nose gear wire. The axle (where the wheel mounts) will be parallel to the firewall. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the pushrod wire where it crosses the outer hole of the steering arm.


 11. Use a flat file to make a 1/4-inch (6mm) wide flat area on the nose gear wire that is 1/2-inch

(13mm) from the end of the wire. This will give the screw in the wheel collar a place to rest, making it more secure when installed.


 13. Secure the wheel to the nose gear wire using a wheel collar and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screw.

 12. Slide the nylon spacer on the nose gear wire, then the 2-inch (51mm) wheel.

Motor Installation

Required parts

Transmitter Fuselage assembly

Power 25 motor with hardware

40-Amp speed control (ESC) for Power 25

Propeller, 12 x 8

3200mAh 3S 11.1V motor battery (charged)

Hook and loop strap (2)

Hook and loop tape

Servo extension, 3-inch (76mm)


Threadlock

Scissors


Hex wrench: 2.5mm

Optional Required parts

Power 32 motor with hardware

60-Amp speed control (ESC) for Power 32

Plywood adapter plate for Power 32

Propeller, 12 x 6

3200mAh 4S 14.8V motor battery (charged)

Optional Tools and Accessories

Spinner

Box wrench: 10mm

Hex wrench: 3/32-inch


 1. Use a #2 Phillips screwdriver to attach the

X-mount to the back of the motor using the hardware provided with the motor.


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 2A. Locate the plywood spacer. The spacer will be placed between the motor and firewall. Check the fit of the spacer, as it will be notched for the nose gear mount and will line up with the holes in the firewall for the motor. There is a front and back to the spacer, so if the holes don’t line up, flip it around so that they do.

 3. Insert the hook and loop straps through the slots in the battery tray. Make sure not to get the steering pushrod inside the straps as this will cause the steering linkage to bind, possibly damaging the rudder servo.


pOWER 25 SpECIFIC

 2. Attach the motor to the firewall using the hardware provided with the motor. Guide the leads from the motor through the hole in the firewall. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench to tighten the bolts securing the motor to the firewall.

 2B. Guide the leads from the motor through the hole in the firewall. Use the hardware provided with the motor to attach it to the firewall. Use a 2.5mm hex wrench to tighten the bolts securing the motor to the firewall.

Matching the colors between the ESC and motor when they are connected results in the correct motor direction if using all E-flite components.

 4. Connect the leads from the motor to the leads from the speed control. Use hook and loop tape to secure the speed control inside the fuselage as shown.


When mounting the 60-amp speed control for the

Power 32, make sure to secure the switch on the speed control where it can be easily accessed.

 6. Apply the remaining hook and loop tape to the bottom of the battery. This will keep the battery from moving forward or aft in the fuselage.

Always balance your propeller. An unbalanced propeller can cause vibrations to be transmitted into the airframe, which could damage the airframe or other components as well as produce unwanted flight characteristics.

 9. Use the propeller adapter to secure the propeller to the motor. Slide a 2.5mm-inch hex wrench through the hole in the adapter to tighten it, securing the propeller.

 5. Connect the lead from the speed control to the receiver using a 3-inch (76mm) servo extension.

 7. Use the hook and loop straps to secure the battery to the battery tray.

 8. Turn on the transmitter. Connect the battery to the power lead of the speed control. Check the rotation of the motor to make sure it rotates counterclockwise when viewed from the front of the fuselage. If not, swap any two of the motor leads to correct the direction of rotation.

We recommend using the optional spinner to enhance the looks of your model.


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Main Landing Gear Installation

Required parts

Wing assembly Main gear wire (2)

Nylon spacer (2) Nylon landing gear strap (4)

3mm x 10mm sheet metal screw (8)

Wheel collar with screw (2)

Wheel, 2 1 /

4

-inch (57mm) (2)


Flat file

Drill

Thin CA

Low-tack tape

Felt-tipped pen



Threadlock

Ruler

 1. Insert the landing gear into the channel in the bottom of the wing. The gear will fit flush with the bottom of the wing.

 3. Center the nylon landing gear strap over the gear wire and the mark made in the previous step.

Use a felt-tipped pen to transfer the locations for the mounting screws to the bottom of the wing.

 4. Use a drill and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill the four holes for the landing gear strap mounting screws.

 5. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to thread a 3mm x

10mm sheet metal screw in each of the holes. This will cut threads into the surrounding wood.

Wrap a small piece of low-tack tape around a

1/16-inch drill bit so it is 1/2-inch (13mm) from the end of the bit. This will help in preventing drilling through the top of the wing when drilling the holes for the mounting screws.

 2. Use a felt-tipped pen and ruler to make two marks that are 1/2-inch (13mm) from the ends of the wire as shown.


 6. Apply 2–3 drops of thin CA in each of the holes.

This will harden the threads in the surrounding wood, which will help prevent the screws from vibrating loose.

 8. Use a flat file to make a 1/4-inch (6mm) wide flat area on the main gear wire that is 1/2-inch

(13mm) from the end of the wire. This will give the screw in the wheel collar a place to rest, making it more secure when installed.

 10. Secure the wheel to the main gear wire using a wheel collar and a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screw.

 7. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to attach the nylon landing gear straps using four 3mm x 10mm sheet metal screws.

 9. Slide the nylon spacer on the main gear wire, then the 2 1 /

4

-inch (57mm) wheel.

 11. Repeat Steps 1 through 10 to install the remaining main gear wire and wheel.



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Wing Installation

Required parts

Wing assembly Fuselage assembly

4mm x 25mm machine screws

Plywood wing bolt plate


Felt-tipped pen

Medium CA

Paper towel



Rubbing alcohol

When cutting through the covering, use a new #11 blade and light pressure to avoid cutting into the underlying wood, which could weaken the underlying structure, causing it to fail in flight. We also recommend using a hot knife to melt through the covering to help reduce damaging the underlying wood.

Before installing the wing bolt plate, draw a centerline on the underside of the plate and lightly score the plate so it can easily conform to the dihedral angle of the wing. Use care not to cut through the plate.

 1. Place the plywood wing bolt plate on the bottom of the wing. Trace the outline of the wing bolt plate on the bottom of the wing. We used the two 4mm x 25mm machine screws to keep the plate in the correct position.

 2. Remove the plate from the wing. Use a hobby knife and #11 blade to trim the covering inside the lines drawn in the previous step by 1/16-inch

(1.5mm). Remove the covering, exposing the bare wood. The lines can be removed using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol.

 4. Connect the leads between the aileron Y-harness and aileron servos.

 5. Place the wing on the fuselage. Make sure the aileron servo leads are tucked in and not exposed between the wing and fuselage. Use two

4mm x 25mm machine screws and a #2 Phillips screwdriver to secure the wing to the fuselage.

 3. Use medium CA to glue the wing bolt plate to the bottom of the wing. Make sure the holes are aligned before the CA fully cures.


Stabilizer and Vertical Fin Installation

Required parts

Airframe

Fin with rudder

Stabilizer with elevator


Ruler Phillips screwdriver: #2

30-minute epoxy Hobby knife with #11 blade

Felt-tipped pen

Low-tack tape

Mixing stick

Epoxy brush

T-pins

Square

Paper towel

Mixing cup

Rubbing alcohol


 1. Use a ruler and felt-tipped pen to draw a reference line down the center of the stabilizer saddle.

 3. Use a hobby knife and a #11 blade to remove the covering from the center slot of the stabilizer.

 4. Place the stabilizer on the fuselage. Use the line drawn on the stabilizer saddle in Step 1 to help align the slot in the stabilizer on the stabilizer saddle. With the stabilizer as far forward on the saddle as possible, use two T-pins to keep the stabilizer in position to check its alignment.

 5. Measure the distance from each stabilizer tip to the fuselage centerline to make sure the stabilizer is centered on the fuselage (A=A). Measure the distance from each stabilizer tip to its respective wing tip (B=B). These measurements must match as close as possible. Adjust the position of the stabilizer if necessary to position the stabilizer.

B

A A A=A

B

B=B

 6. Stand back 8–10 feet (2–3 meters) and view the aircraft from the rear. Check the alignment between the wing and stabilizer. They must be equal distance on each side as shown. If not, lightly sand the stabilizer saddle to correct any alignment problems.

 2. Separate the elevator and stabilizer. Leave the six hinges in the elevator so they don’t get lost. Set the elevator aside in a safe location to be installed later.

Equal Distance

It is important to check the alignment of the stabilizer in relationship to the wing. Not doing so may cause your airplane to require excessive amounts of trim to correct for poor alignment, resulting in poor flight performance.


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 7. Once the stabilizer has been aligned to the wing, use a felt-tipped pen to trace the outline of the fuselage on the bottom of the stabilizer.


 9. Mix 1/2 ounce (15mL) of 30-minute epoxy.

Apply a thin coat of epoxy on the stabilizer saddle with an epoxy brush.

 11. Place the stabilizer back on the fuselage.

Recheck the alignment, then use T-pins to hold the stabilizer in position. Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy before it cures. Set the fuselage aside until the epoxy fully cures.

Use care not to get epoxy in the slot at the center of the stabilizer. This will change the fit of the fin in the slot when it is installed.

 12. Once the epoxy has fully cured, use a #2

Phillips screwdriver to remove the wing from the fuselage. Set the wing aside in a safe location until instructed to install it again.

 13. Separate the rudder from the fin. Leave the three hinges in the rudder so they don’t get lost.

Set the rudder aside in a safe location to be installed later.


 8. Remove the stabilizer from the fuselage. Use a hobby knife and #11 blade to trim the covering inside the lines drawn in the previous step by 1/16inch (1.5mm). Remove the covering, exposing the bare wood. The lines can be removed using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol.

 10. Use an epoxy brush to apply a thin coat of epoxy to the exposed wood on the stabilizer.


 14. Remove the T-pins from the stabilizer. Position the fin in the slot in the stabilizer. It must rest tightly against the stabilizer. Use a felt-tipped pen to transfer the top edge of the stabilizer on the bottom of the fin.

 16. Use a hobby knife and #11 blade to remove the covering from the fin 1/16-inch (1.5mm) below the line drawn in the previous steps.

 19. Apply a thin coat of epoxy to the exposed wood at the bottom of the fin.

 15. Use a felt-tipped pen to trace the outline of the fin on the top of the stabilizer.

 17. Use a hobby knife and #11 blade to trim the covering inside the lines drawn on the stabilizer by

1/16-inch (1.5mm). Remove the covering, exposing the bare wood. The lines can be removed using a paper towel and rubbing alcohol.

 20. Place the fin in position in the slot. Use a square to make sure the fin is perpendicular to the stabilizer.


 18. Mix 1/2 ounce (15mL) of 30-minute epoxy.

Apply a thin coat of epoxy to the exposed wood and in the slot on the top of the stabilizer.

 21. Use low-tack tape and T-pins to keep the fin in position until the epoxy fully cures. Use a paper towel and rubbing alcohol to remove any excess epoxy before it cures.



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hinging the Elevator and Rudder

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Rudder with hinges

Elevator with hinges


Pin vise

Thin CA

Drill bit: 1/16-inch

T-pins

 1. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill a hole in the center of each hinge slot in the stabilizer. This will provide a tunnel for the CA to wick into, making the bond between the hinge and wood stronger.

 3. Slide the hinges into the elevator. Insert the hinges so the holes in the hinge are at the hinge line. Insert a T-pin through one of the holes to keep the hinge centered when the elevator is installed on the stabilizer.

When gluing the hinges, do not use a CA accelerator. The CA must be allowed time to soak into the hinges to provide the best bond between the hinge and surrounding wood.

 5. Remove the T-pins from the hinges. Make sure the elevator is tight against the stabilizer. Wick thin

CA into each hinge, both top and bottom, until the hinge is saturated with CA. Allow the CA to fully cure before proceeding.

 4. Slide the six hinges in the elevator into the slots on the stabilizer. Check that the ends of the elevator are aligned with the ends of the stabilizer.

 2. Remove the hinges from the elevator. Prepare the elevator for hinging following the procedure described in Step 1.

 6. Once the CA has fully cured, gently pull on the elevator and stabilizer to make sure the hinges are glued securely. If not, reapply thin CA to any hinges that are not secure.


 7. Flex the elevator through its range of motion a number of times to break in the hinges. This will reduce the initial load on the servo for your first flights.

Rudder and Elevator

Linkage Installation

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Transmitter

Silicone tubing Nylon clevis (2)

Nylon control horn with backplate (2)

2mm x 12mm machine screw (4)

Pushrod wire, 24-inch (610mm) (2)


Pin vise

Pliers

Thin CA

Ruler

Side cutter

Drill bit: 5/64-inch (2mm)

Felt-tipped pen



 2. Attach the clevis to the outer hole on the nylon control horn.

 1. Use a hobby knife with a #11 blade to cut a 1/4-inch (6mm) piece from the silicone tube.

Slide the small piece of tubing on a nylon clevis.

Thread the clevis 12-turns on a 24-inch (610mm) threaded pushrod wire. This will provide enough thread in the clevis to be secure and allow for adjustment of the linkage.

 3. Slide the pushrod in the preinstalled elevator pushrod tube.

 8. Repeat Steps 1 through 7 to attach the rudder to the fin and fuselage using three CA hinges.


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 4. Rest the control horn on the elevator so the holes in the horn align with the elevator hinge line. The pushrod wire will help aligning the horn. Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the locations for the control horn screws.

 6. Apply 2–3 drops on thin CA in each of the holes to harden the surrounding wood. This will keep the control horn secure and prevent the surrounding wood from becoming damaged over time.

 8. Use a ruler to check that the elevator and stabilizer are in alignment with one another.

 5. Use a pin vise and 5/64-inch (2mm) drill bit to drill the two holes for the elevator control horn mounting screws.

 7. Attach the control horn to the elevator using two

2mm x 12mm machine screws and the control horn backplate. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to tighten the screws. Make sure not to over-tighten the screws and damage the underlying wood.

 9. Use the radio system to center the elevator servo.

Use a felt-tipped pen to mark the pushrod where it crosses the hole in the elevator servo horn that was enlarged previously.

Making a Z-bend takes some skill. There is plenty of excess wire to experiment with. We recommend using Z-bend pliers (HAN119) to make the perfect Z-bend in your pushrod wire.


 10. Make a Z-bend in the pushrod wire using a pair of pliers. It may be necessary to disconnect the clevis from the control horn to make the bend in the pushrod wire.

 12. Repeat Steps 1 through 11 to install the rudder linkage.

Optional pilot Installation

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Pilot


Felt-tipped pen Scissors

Silicone adhesive Hobby knife with #11 blade

Note: Skip to the next section of the manual if you are not installing the optional pilot.

 1. Use a felt-tipped pen to trace a line on the pilot figure that is up 1/4-inch (6mm) from the bottom of the pilot.

 11. Remove the servo horn from the servo. Insert the bend in the hole of the servo horn. Secure the control horn back on the servo using a #1 Phillips screwdriver. Reconnect the clevis to the outer hole of the control horn. Slide the silicone tube over the forks of the clevis to prevent it from opening accidentally in flight. Use side cutters to remove any excess pushrod that might interfere with the operation of the radio system.

 2. Use a hobby knife and scissors to trim the pilot along the line drawn in the previous step.


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 3. Use silicone adhesive to glue the pilot figure in the cockpit. The pilot will be centered 2-inches (52mm) forward of the back of the cockpit as shown.

Canopy Installation - Option 1

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Canopy

2mm x 8mm sheet metal screw (4)


Drill

Low-tack tape


Thin CA


We show two different options for the canopy installation. The second option can be found on

Page 29.

 1. Use low-tack tape to tape the canopy to the fuselage. Make sure it is centered left-to-right on the fuselage.

 3. Remove the canopy from the fuselage. Apply

2–3 drops of thin CA in each hole to harden the surrounding wood. Allow the CA to fully cure to prevent getting any on the canopy.

 2. Use a pin vise and 1/16-inch (1.5mm) drill bit to drill four mounting holes for the canopy. Position the holes as far forward and rearward as possible.

 4. Attach the canopy using four 2mm x 8mm sheet metal screws and a #1 Phillips screwdriver.


Canopy Installation - Option 2

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Canopy

Striping tape


Low-tack tape Canopy glue

 1. Apply a thin bead of canopy glue around the perimeter of the canopy.

 3. Remove the low-tack tape once the glue has fully cured. Apply the striping tape around the edge of the canopy. Work slowly, pulling the tape to stretch it around the curves at the front of the canopy.

Decal Installation

Required parts

Fuselage assembly Wing assembly


Spray bottle

Paper towel

Dish washing detergent


 1. Apply the decals to your model using the photos located in this section of the manual and the box art from your model. Use a spray bottle and a drop of dish washing liquid sprayed in the location of the decal to allow repositioning of the decal. Use a paper towel as a squeegee to remove excess water from under the decal. Allow the model to rest overnight so the remaining water can evaporate.

 2. Use low-tack tape to hold the canopy in position on the fuselage. Make sure it is centered left-to-right on the fuselage.


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Center of Gravity

Required parts

Assembled airframe


Felt-tipped pen Ruler


Balancing stand (optional)

An important part of preparing the aircraft for flight is properly balancing the model.

 3. When balancing your model, support the plane inverted at the marks made on the top of the wing with your fingers or a commercially available balancing stand. This is the correct balance point for your model. Make sure your model is assembled and ready for flight before balancing.

Control Throws

 1. Turn on the transmitter and receiver of your model. Check the movement of the rudder using the transmitter. When the stick is moved right, the rudder should also move right. Reverse the direction of the servo at the transmitter if necessary.

 2. Check the movement of the elevator with the radio system. Moving the elevator stick toward the bottom of the transmitter makes the airplane elevator move up.

CAUTION: Do not inadvertently skip this step or property damage and injury could occur.

 1. Assemble your model in preparation for flight, making sure the wing is on securely and the motor battery is installed as instructed in this manual.

Balancing Stand

 3. Check the movement of the ailerons with the radio system. Moving the aileron stick right makes the right aileron move up and the left aileron move down.

 2. The recommended Center of Gravity (CG) location for your model is 3 to 3 1 /

2

inches (76 to

89mm) back from the leading edge of the wing as shown with the battery pack installed. Mark the location of the CG on the top of the wing with a felt-tipped pen.

Adjust the motor battery as necessary so the model is level or slightly nose down. This is the correct balance point for your model. You should find the CG to be very close with the battery installed as shown in this manual. Mark the location of the battery on the battery tray using a felt-tipped pen so it can be returned to this position if it is removed from your model.

 4. Use a ruler to adjust the throw of the elevator, ailerons and rudder. Adjust the position of the pushrod at the control horn to achieve the following measurements when moving the sticks to their endpoints.

After the first flights, the CG position can be adjusted for your personal preference.

Elevator high Rate (100%) (20% Exponential)

Up 19/32-inch (15mm) 23 degrees

Down 23/32-inch (18mm) 25 degrees

Elevator Low Rate (15% Exponential)

Up 11/32-inch (8.5mm) 13 degrees

Down 13/32-inch (10.5mm) 15 degrees

Aileron high Rate (100%) (20% Exponential)



Aileron Low Rate (15% Exponential)




Rudder high Rate (100%) (20% Exponential)

Right

Left

2

2

7

7

/

/

8

8

-inch (73mm)

-inch (73mm)

35 degrees

35 degrees

Rudder Low Rate (15% Exponential)

Right

Left

2

2

1

1

/

/

4

4

-inch (57mm)

-inch (57mm)

25 degrees

25 degrees

Measurements are taken at the inner or widest point on the control surface.

These are general guidelines measured from our own flight tests. You can experiment with higher rates to match your preferred style of flying.

Travel Adjust and Sub-Trims are not listed and should be adjusted according to each individual model and preference.

We highly recommend re-binding the radio system once all the control throws are set. This will keep the servos from moving to their endpoints until the transmitter and receiver connect.

preflight

Check your Radio

Before going to the field, be sure your batteries are fully charged per the instructions included with your radio. Charge the transmitter and motor battery for your airplane. Use the recommended charger supplied with your particular radio system, following the instructions provided with the radio. In most cases, the radio should be charged the night before going out flying.

Before each flying session, be sure to range check your radio. See your radio manual for the recommended range and instructions for your radio system. Each radio manufacturer specifies different procedures for their radio systems. Next, run the motor. With the model securely anchored, check the range again.

The range test should not be significantly affected. If it is, don’t attempt to fly! Have your radio equipment checked out by the manufacturer.

Double-check that all controls (aileron, elevator, rudder and throttle) move in the correct direction.

Check the radio installation and make sure all the control surfaces are moving correctly (i.e., the correct direction and with the recommended throws).

Check all the control horns, servo horns, and clevises to make sure they are secure and in good condition.

Flying your Advance 25e ARF

The Advance 25e is a very spirited flyer yet is gentle and forgiving during takeoff and landing.

Ground handling is easy due to the tricycle landing gear. When on the runway, set the throttle trim to so the motor is spinning low RPM. Then smoothly apply power and apply a small amount of up elevator during your takeoff roll. Make small corrections with the rudder to keep the airplane tracking straight down the runway. The Advance will lift off of the ground gently and smoothly and settle into a gentle climb angle.

Once at altitude, trim the airplane at a cruise power setting of ½ to ¾ throttle. After trimming and making a few passes, try some slow speed flight at altitude. The airplane is very stable at low airspeeds and during a stall; it will break very gently straight ahead.

The Advance is easily capable of aerobatics such as loops, rolls, spins, inverted flight and even knife edge. Combine these to create an endless amount of aerobatic maneuvers.

When setting up to land, reduce power and begin to bleed off airspeed. Fly a traffic pattern and continue to lose altitude. Line up to the runway on final approach and allow the Advance to continue to descend. When a few feet above the runway, begin to flare with up elevator. Once the airplane settles into ground effect, it will set down gently at a slightly nose-high attitude. If the nose is kept high on roll out, the airplane will bleed off speed much quicker. Use small corrections to keep the airplane tracking straight down the runway.

Congratulations, you have just successfully flown your Advance 25e! We hope you have many more enjoyable flights with this model.

Happy Landings!


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Range Test your Radio Daily Flight Checks Warranty and Repair policy

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

Before each flying session, and especially with a new model, it is important to perform a range check. It is helpful to have another person available to assist during the range check. If you are using a Spektrum transmitter, please refer to your transmitter’s manual for detailed instructions on the range check process.

1. With the model resting on the ground, stand 30 paces (approximately 90 feet) away from the model.

2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal flying position. Be sure the throttle is in the full down position and plug the flight battery into the speed control.

3. As you move the controls, watch to be sure the airplane’s motor and controls operate smoothly.

You should have total control of the model at 30 paces (90 feet).

4. If control issues exist, call the appropriate

Horizon Product Support office (see page 43) or go to horizonhobby.com to find a local Spektrum distributor in your country for service if using a

Spektrum radio system.

 1. Check the battery voltage of the transmitter battery. Do not fly below the manufacturer’s









 recommended voltage. To do so can crash your aircraft.

When you check these batteries, ensure you have the polarities correct on your expanded scale voltmeter.

2. Check all hardware (linkages, screws, nuts, and bolts) prior to each day’s flight. Be sure that binding does not occur and that all parts are properly secured.

3. Ensure all surfaces are moving in the proper manner.

4. Perform a ground range check before each flying session.

5. Prior to starting your aircraft, turn off your transmitter, then turn it back on. Do this each time you start your aircraft. If any critical switches are on without your knowledge, the transmitter alarm will sound a warning at this time.

6. Check that all trim levers are in the proper location.

 7. All servo pigtails and switch harness plugs should be secured in the receiver. Make sure the switch harness moves freely in both directions.

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Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product.

3. I will abide by this Safety Code and all rules established for the flying site I use. I will not willfully fly my model aircraft in a reckless and/or dangerous manner.

9. I will not operate my model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or within eight (8) hours of having consumed alcohol.

4. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows, or model demonstrations until it has been proven airworthy.

10. I will not operate my model aircraft while using any drug which could adversely affect my ability to safely control my model aircraft.

5. I will not fly my model aircraft higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level, when within three (3) miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will yield the right-of-way and avoid flying in the proximity of full-scale aircraft, utilizing a spotter when appropriate.

11. Children under six (6) years old are only allowed on a flightline or in a flight area as a pilot or while under flight instruction.

12. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA,

DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards.

6. I will not fly my model aircraft unless it is identified with my name and address, or AMA number, inside or affixed to the outside of the model aircraft. This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.

RADIO CONTROL

1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner to avoid over flight of unprotected people.

7. I will not operate model aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts (other than air), nor will I operate model aircraft with fuels containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine.

2. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground-range check before the first flight of a new or repaired model aircraft.


3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a proficient flier, unless I am assisted by an experienced pilot.

8. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still under power, except to divert it from striking an individual.

4. At all flying sites a line must be established, in front of which all flying takes place. Only personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the line. In the case of airshows demonstrations straight line must be established.

An area away from the line must be maintained for spectators. Intentional flying behind the line is prohibited.

9. Radio-controlled night flying is limited to lowperformance model aircraft (less than 100 mph).

The model aircraft must be equipped with a lighting system which clearly defines the aircraft’s attitude and direction at all times.

5. I will operate my model aircraft using only radio-control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).

Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate equipment on Amateur

Band frequencies.

10. The operator of a radio-controlled model aircraft shall control it during the entire flight, maintaining visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses that are prescribed for the pilot.

No model aircraft shall be equipped with devices which allow it to be flown to a selected location which is beyond the visual range of the pilot.

Advance 25e

Safe Operating Recommendations

6. I will not knowingly operate my model aircraft within three (3) miles of any preexisting flying site without a frequency-management agreement.

A frequency management agreement may be an allocation of frequencies for each site, a day-use agreement between sites, or testing which determines that no interference exists. A frequency-management agreement may exist between two or more AMA chartered clubs, AMA clubs and individual AMA members, or individual

AMA members. Frequency-management agreements, including an interference test report if the agreement indicates no interference exists, will be signed by all parties and copies provided to

AMA Headquarters.

7. With the exception of events flown under official

AMA rules, no powered model may be flown outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and located at the flightline.

- Inspect your model before every flight to make certain it is airworthy.

- Be aware of any other radio frequency user who may present an interference problem.

- Always be courteous and respectful of other users of your selected flight area.

- Choose an area clear of obstacles and large enough to safely accommodate your flying activity.

- Make certain this area is clear of friends and spectators prior to launching your aircraft.

- Be aware of other activities in the vicinity of your flight path that could cause potential conflict.

- Carefully plan your flight path prior to launch.

- Abide by any and all established AMA National

Model Aircraft Safety Code.


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E-flite Advance 25e ARF Assembly Manual

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Advance 25e ARF

Assembly Manual

Notice

Meaning of Special Language

Warnings

Table of Contents

Introduction

Important Information

Regarding Warranty Information

Specifications

Using the Manual

Contents of Kit/parts Layout

Covering Colors

hardware/Accessory Sizes

Recommended Radio Equipment

power 25 Motor Setup

power 32 Motor Setup

Optional Accessories

Required Tools and Adhesives

hinging the Ailerons

Aileron Servo Installation

Drawing not to scale

Joining the Wing panels

Radio Installation

Nose Gear Installation

Motor Installation

Main Landing Gear Installation

Wing Installation

Stabilizer and Vertical Fin Installation

hinging the Elevator and Rudder

Rudder and Elevator

Linkage Installation

Optional pilot Installation

Canopy Installation - Option 1

Canopy Installation - Option 2

Decal Installation

Center of Gravity

Control Throws

preflight

Flying your Advance 25e ARF

Range Test your Radio Daily Flight Checks Warranty and Repair policy

Warranty Services

Compliance Information for the

European Union

2010 Official Academy of Model

Aeronautics Safety Code

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