Avios Albatross User manual

Instruction Manual
Suitable for intermediate pilots
The Grumman HU-16 Albatross is a large twin radial engined
amphibious flying boat that saw service with the US Air Force, US
Navy and the US Coastguard. It's primary role was Search and
Rescue and was used extensively in Korea for combat rescue and
very quickly gained a reputation as a rugged and seaworthy airplane.
The Avios Albatross captures the looks and ruggedness of the full
size seaplane beautifully and it is right at home taking off of water but
equally happy sliding along a smooth grass runway for take off. The
version we have decided on is the US Navy air-sea rescue scheme
and is supplied with all the decals pre-applied and includes landing/
take-off flaps. The Albatross boasts many other features, these
include water resistant, reversible Aerostar ESC's, water rudder and
navigation lights.
The Avios Albatross is the same quality that you have come to expect
from the Avios brand and is also very straightforward to build due to
the low parts count.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Please read this manual carefully and follow the instructions
before you use this product.
2. This airplane is not a toy, due to it's advanced flying qualities
it is only suitable for pilots with intermediate or higher
experience. If you are a novice then please only operate with
the assistance of an experienced pilot.
3. Not recommended for children under 14 years old.
4. Please set up this plane according to the instructions and
make sure you keep your hands and other parts of your body
out of the way of the rotating propellers at all times. Failure to do
so will result in damage to yourself and to the airplane.
5. Do not fly in thunderstorms, strong winds or wet weather.
6. Never fly R/C planes where there are overhead power lines,
automobiles, airports, railway lines or near a highway.
7. Never fly R/C planes where there are crowds of people or
over organised games. This airplane requires a very flat landing
and take-off area or lake that is clear of tree's and other
obstacles. Remember safety is the responsibility of the pilot.
8. Do not attempt to catch the plane when you are flying it.
9. The operator will bear the full responsibility of flying and the
proper operation and usage of this model. We at Hobbyking will
not be responsible for any liability or loss due to improper use of
this model.

This beautiful model is an accurate 1 : 18 scale replica of the
Grumman Albatross.
2. Classic flying boat design.
3. Scale working flaps for short take off and landings.
4. 2Aerostar brushless motors provide tremendous power for quick
take off's on water and grass.
5. The scale 3 blade propellers (1x CW 1X CCW )which come
with this kit are highly efficient, powerful and true to scale.
6. US Navy livery with factory applied decals.
7. Equipped with super bright navigational lights which can be seen
even in bright daylight.
8. Aerostar water resistant and reversible speed controllers, perfect
for operating off of water.
9. Water rudder to make taxy-ing on water so much safer and easier
10. Pre-installed electronics.
11. Large, easy access battery compartment.
12. Fast assembly due to low parts count.
13. Scale panelling and molded in detail.
14. High quality hardware used throughout.
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Specifications:
Wingspan: 1620mm (63.7")
Length: 1210mm (47.6")
Weight: 2300g
Motor: 2 x Aerostar 3536 850kv Outrunner
ESC: 2 x Aerostar 30A RVS Reversing Brushless ESC
Propeller: 2 x 10x6 3 Bladed Scale Propeller
Servo: 7 x 9g servos
Recommended Battery (not supplied): 4S (14.8V) 3000mah
or similar
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Albatross Features:

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Assembly
Step 1: Slide the wing into position on the fuselage.
Step 2: Screw wing into place with the 64mm x 4mm
wing bolts supplied

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Step 3: Slide into each side of the wing center section one of the
aluminum wing joiners. Ensure these are the correct way up, there is
a very slight dihedral angle which should be to the top.
Step 4: Join the connectors for the aileron servo and the wing tip
lights.

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Step 5: Slide the outer panels onto the center section.
Step 6: Use 4 off 14mm x 3mm Hex screws to secure
the outer panels.

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Step 7: Apply either slow setting CA or foam glue to
the tailplane seat on the fuselage.
Step 8: Apply a small amount of glue to the tailplane
locator.

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Step 9: Position the tailplane onto the rear of the
fuselage.
Step 10: Ensure you pass the connector through the
slot in the tailplane. Check the tailplane is correctly
aligned as the glue sets.

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Step 11. Connect the rudder servo extension lead.
Step 12: Apply slow setting CA or foam glue to the
area where the front of the fin will sit.

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Step 13: Apply glue to the base of the fin as shown.
Step 14: Locate the bottom rudder hinge into the
hole in rear of fuselage, do not glue.