Seems like if you had to add down trim just to fly around, that may have been the problem right there. Generally, if you get in trouble after launch it helps to put the nose down a little to regain flying speed and control authority. Make sure you have those four clicks in next time! Sometimes on big 6 servo models it helps to use the rudder (by itself) heavily to control yaw. On my Anthem(85 oz, 134", deep fuselage), this was very necessary, especially on a high start. I wasn't strong enough to pull it hard enough for a steady high start. A really hard, level throw can help, and on a strong hi start this is not easy. I'd have guessed the hi start was weak, but it doesn't sound like it from what you wrote later. It's still better to do the test flight of a big plane on a winch, if convienient. If your left thumb (rudder control) is dumb, you might want to get help for a little while. Pete S. wrote: > > I believe I have bit off more than I can chew by > investing in the "fun" that comes with a full house > glider. I've got a Condor (NSP variety, not MPX or > Slegers) that I thought I was ready to histart. > Set initial CG per Sal (43% back from LE) > A hand launch of this seemed sufficiently stable. > Towhook is 1/8" in front of that. > No launch presets. Controls all neutral. > First launch veered left and popped off about > 30 feet up, going fast. Managed to pull out before a > stall and fly the pattern. Required 4 clicks down ele > to keep a glide, otherwise she'd pitch up to stall. > My questions are many, but my most nagging query is: > What? > I'm scared to launch this thing again. > Does any of this sound familiar? > Could use a little help. > Thanks a bunch, > Pete
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