Hangar 9 Super Stick User manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
➤Specifications for .40
Wingspan: 52-3/4 "
Length: 48 "
WingArea: 593 sq.in.
Weight (Approx): 5 – 5.5 lbs.
Recommended Engines:
.40 – .46 2-Cycle
.50 – .56 4-Cycle
➤Specifications for .60
Wingspan: 59 "
Length: 54 "
WingArea: 738 sq.in.
Weight (Approx): 7.25 – 7.75 lbs.
Recommended Engines:
.61 – .75 2-Cycle
.65 – .80 4-Cycle
• 90% Pre-Built
• Build asTail dragger orTricycle Landing Gear System
•All Hardware Included

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 3
Additional Equipment Required 4
Tools and Supplies Required 4
Contents of Kit 5
Field Equipment Required 6
Optional Field Equipment 7
Section 1: Assembling theWings 8
Section 2: Joining theWing Halves 9
Section 3: Installing theAileron Servos 13
Section 4: BoltWing to Fuselage 14
Section 5: Installing Horizontal Stabilizer 14
Section 6: InstallingVertical Fin 16
Section 7: Tail Dragger orTricycle Landing Gear 17
Section 8: Installing theTailWheelAssembly 18
Section 9: Hinging the Rudder and Elevator 20
Section 10: Installing the Control Horns 20
Section 11: Installing Main Landing Gear Block —Tail Dragger 22
Section 12: Installing Main Landing Gear Block —Tricycle 23
Section 13: Installing the Main Landing Gear 23
Section 14: Installing the Nose Gear 25
Section 15: Assembling and Installing the FuelTank 26
Section 16: Installing the ServoTray 28
Section 17: Installing the Engine 29
Section 18: Installing the Spinner 30
Section 19: Installing the Radio System 30
Section 20: Installing theAileron Linkages 32
Section 21: Assembling Elevator & Rudder Pushrods 33
Section 22: Installing theThrottle Linkage 35
Section 23: Installing the NoseWheel Linkage 36
Section 24: ControlThrow Recommendation 37
Section 25: Balancing the Super Stick 37
Pre-Flight Check 38
Pre-Flight at the Flying Field 39
AMA Safety Code 40

INTRODUCTION
WARNING
Congratulations on purchasing the Hangar 9 Super Stick.
This is the ideal second airplane for modelers capable of
flying a trainer-type aircraft. In a few short evenings,this
90% pre-built aircraft will be ready for its debut at the
flying field.
This manual has been written to ensure that you achieve
the best performance and maximum enjoyment from your
Super Stick. It is important to carefully read and follow the
instructions in this manual prior to flying.
An R/C aircraft is not a toy! If misused,it can cause serious
bodily harm and damage to property. Fly only in open
areas,preferablyAMA (Academy of ModelAeronautics)
approved flying sites,following all instructions included
with your radio and engine.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
TOOLSAND SUPPLIES REQUIRED
➤Equipment Needed
4 ChannelTransmitter (minimum)
5 Standard Servos
Standard 450–650 mAh Receiver Battery Pack
2Aileron Extensions and/or 1Y-harness
➤Note: If more than a 4-channel radio is used,
thanY-harness is not necessary.
Super Stick 40:
.40–.46 2-Cycle Engines
.45–.56 4-Cycle Engines
Super Stick 60:
.61–.75 2-Cycle Engines
.65–.80 4-Cycle Engines
➤Engine Recommendations
➤Recommended JR Systems
JR F400 FM (OptionalY-harness required)
JR XF642FM
JR XP783
JR XP8103
(5 servos required)
➤Recommended 2-Cycle Engines
Super Stick 40:
ThunderTiger Pro .40
ThunderTiger Pro .46
ThunderTiger .42 Sport
Webra Speed .40 Sport
Super Stick 40:
Saito .50
Saito .50GK
Saito .56
Saito .56GK
Super Stick 60:
ThunderTiger Pro .60
ASP .61
ASP .75
Super Stick 60:
Saito .65
Saito .65GK
Saito .80
Saito .80GK
➤Adhesives
Thick CA (cyanoacrylate) glue
6-minute epoxy
30-minute epoxy
Blue Locktite 242
➤Tools
Drill
Drill bits:
1/16 " ,3/32 ” ,5/32 "
Phillips screwdrivers
Z-bend pliers
Pliers
Small round file
Moto-tool
with sanding drum
Hobby knife
with #11 blade
Mixing stick
Epoxy brush
90 d T i l
Medium sandpaper
Masking tape
Straight edge
Measuring devices
(ruler,tape measure,
90˚ triangle)
Scissors
Paper towels
Wax paper
Rubbing alcohol
Felt tipped pen
Fuel tubing
Clips (clothes pins,
bi d li )
➤Recommended 4-Cycle Engines
ThunderTiger .61ThunderTiger .40
Saito .50 Saito .65

CONTENTS OF KIT
➤Covered Parts
Fuselage
Left wing half with aileron
Right wing half with aileron
Vertical stabilizer with rudder
Horizontal stabilizer with elevator
➤Small Parts
Pushrod andAccessories
1/8 " plywood die-cut parts
Main landing gear
Nose landing gear
Spinner
Hardware bag
Plastic parts tree
Foam wheels (3)
Fuel tank and hardware
Tail wheel assembly
Landing gear block

FIELD EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Airplane Fuel
Glow Driver
12V Sealed Battery
12V Starter
Glow Plug
Glow PlugWrench
Propeller
Manual Fuel Pump

OPTIONAL FIELD EQUIPMENT
4-WayWrench
Extra Glow Plugs
Power Panel
Field Box
Misc. Tools
Cleaner &Towels
After-Run Fuel

➤Note:The ailerons are attached to the wing halves
from the factory,but the hinges are not glued in
place. The right aileron must go with the right wing
half and the left aileron must go with the left wing half.
Be sure to mark the aileron for correct identification
and top and bottom before you take it apart from the
wing.
1. Carefully remove the aileron from the right wing
panel by pulling straight out with even pressure.
2. Remove all four hinges from the aileron. Flex the
hinges accordingly so that they move freely.
3. Mix a small amount of 30-minute epoxy. Using either
a mixing stick or an epoxy brush,apply the epoxy
sparingly inside each hinge slot on the aileron.
Additionally,apply a small amount of epoxy to the top
and bottom half of each hinge. Insert the hinges into
the aileron accordingly until the hinge line is even with
the leading edge of the aileron.
4. Wipe off any excess epoxy using a paper towel and
rubbing alcohol.
➤Hint: Lightly coat both ends of the ailerons with
epoxy,if they don’t have covering on them;this will
prevent the ailerons from becoming fuel-soaked. You
can mix a small amount of rubbing alcohol (one part
alcohol to three parts epoxy) into the epoxy to thin
it. This will make for a thinner coat of epoxy which
prevents a thick build-up on the ends of the ailerons.
This is a common way to“fuel proof” bare wood.
5. The bolt holes on each wing half are pre-drilled.
Locate the holes that are under the covering and
carefully cut-out the covering with your hobby knife.
Lightly coat the inside of the holes with your thinned
epoxy. Only use just enough to have a thin coat. Too
much will not allow the wing bolts to pass through.
➤Parts Needed
Right wing panel with aileron & hinges
Left wing panel with aileron & hinges
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
30-minute epoxy
Paper towels
Rubbing alcohol
Mixing stick
Epoxy brush
Ruler
ASSEMBLINGTHEWINGS
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ASSEMBLING THE WINGS continued
1
6. Mix a small amount of 30-minute epoxy to install the
aileron with affixed hinges onto the wing half. Apply
epoxy to the top and bottom of the remaining half of
each hinge. Using either a mixing stick or an epoxy
brush,apply epoxy inside each hinge slot on the wing.
7. Replace the aileron on the right wing half,ensuring
that the hinges are properly aligned. The gap between
the aileron and the wing should remain a constant
1/16 " ,or as tight as possible so the movement of the
aileron is not impaired.
8. Carefully wipe off any excess epoxy using a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol.
9. Repeat the procedures above for the left wing half.
10. Allow the epoxy to fully cure before proceeding to
the next section.
1. Carefully remove the three individual spar joiners
from the die-cut plywood sheet. Two of the spar
joiners are the same size and one is smaller. The two
larger pieces are the main spar joiners. The smaller
one of the three is the sub-spar joiner.
2. Mix a small amount,approximately 1/4 ounce,of
6-minute epoxy. Using either a mixing stick or epoxy
brush,apply the epoxy to one side of one of the main
spar joiners. Place the epoxied spar joiner on top of
the remaining main spar joiner. Align the upper and
lower edges of the spar joiners as well as the area
which has the slight“V” shape.
JOINING WING HALVES
2
6-minute epoxy
30-minute epoxy
Clips (e.g.,clothespins,
binder clips)
Rubbing alcohol
Paper towels
Masking tape
Hobby knife
String
Wax paper
Ruler
Pencil
Medium sandpaper
Mixing stick
Epoxy brush
Felt tipped pen
➤Parts Needed
Right wing panel from Section 1
Left wing panel from Section 1
2 main joiners
1sub spar joiner
Wing center tape
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
sub-spar joiner
main spar joiners

JOINING WING HALVES continued
2
3. Clamp the two spar joiners together using three
clothespins or clips. Ensure that the joiners remain
aligned and that the clamps are firmly attached.
4. Wipe away the excess epoxy using a paper towel and
rubbing alcohol,being careful not to disturb the
alignment of the wing joiners.
➤Note:The excess epoxy should be removed before it
cures.
5. Allow the epoxy to cure completely prior to
removing the clamps.
6. Trial fit the main spar and the sub-spar joiner into one
of the wing panels. It should insert easily. Now slide
the other wing half onto the main spar joiner and sub-
spar until the wing panels meet.
7. Check for the correct dihedral angle. Place the wing
on a large,flat surface with one wing panel resting on
the surface. The opposite wing tip should be exactly
3/8 " (for .40) or 1/2 " (for .60) from the surface
(see illustrations below). If necessary,sand the main
spar joiner and sub-spar until this is achieved.
8. Before final assembly of the wing halves,it is now a
good time to install a method of pulling through your
aileron servo wires. Locate on each wing half the
location of the servo. You will be able to identify this
by a solid square shape with a rectangle cut-out in the
center of the wing half under the covering that is
roughly the size of the bottom of your servo. Take
your hobby knife,with a sharp blade,and cut-out the
covering were the servo will be installed. You do not
need to install the servos and servo extensions at this
time,this is simply a method to pull them through the
wing when needed.
.40 size
.60 size
1/2 inches
3/8 inches

➤Hint:You can feed music wire or an extra pushrod
that you may have around (or take a coat hanger and
straighten it) through the pre-cut root rib opening
(the end were the spar joiners are located). Carefully
insert it inside the wing half and through each of the
pre-cut openings of the wing ribs until it is at the
opening for the servo (reach inside the servo opening
to retrieve). Tape a piece of string to it and carefully
pull it through,leaving both ends accessible (a shoe
string works well for this). Now take a piece of tape
and tape the ends of the string to the wing half. Do
this to both wing halves.
9. Mix up approximately three ounces of 30-minute
epoxy.
➤Note:When joining the wing halves,it is extremely
important to use plenty of epoxy.
10. Use a mixing stick or scrap piece of wood to apply a
generous amount of epoxy into the main and sub-spar
joiner cavity of one wing half. Ensure that the epoxy
is applied to all sides of the cavity wall.
11. Coat one half of the spar joiners with epoxy. Install
the epoxy-coated side of the spar joiners into the
spar joiner cavity. Be sure to install the joiners all the
way into the spar cavity. Make sure the“V” is
positioned correctly,so that it creates positive
dihedral in the wing.
12. Apply a generous amount of epoxy into the joiner
cavity of the other wing half.
JOINING WING HALVES continued
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JOINING WING HALVES continued
2
13. Smear epoxy on all sides of the exposed area of the
spar joiners and uniformly coat both wing roots with
epoxy.
14. Carefully slide the two wing halves together ensuring
that they are accurately aligned. Firmly press the two
halves together,allowing the excess epoxy to run out.
Using rubbing alcohol and a paper towel,clean off the
excess epoxy. There should not be any gap between
the wing halves.
15. Apply masking tape to hold the wing together
securely while the epoxy cures. Place the wing on a
large,flat surface. With one wing panel lying flat on
the surface,the opposite wing tip should be propped
up exactly 3/8 " (for .40 size) or 1/2 " (for .60 size)
from the surface. Allow the wing joint to dry
overnight.
➤Note: It is a good idea to place a sheet of waxed
paper under the center joint of the wing so that any
excess epoxy will not adhere to the surface of the
work area.
16. When the wing center joint is completely dry,remove
the masking tape and apply the included trim tape to
cover the center joint. Be really careful to match the
stripes on the wing center tape to the stripes on top
of the wing.

➤Parts Needed
Assemble wing
2 standard size servos with mounting hardware
2 servo extensions (6 " or 9 " )
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
Hobby knife
Masking tape
INSTALLING THE AILERON SERVOS
3
1. Install the recommended servo hardware supplied
with your radio system onto your servos (grommets
and eyelets). Install a minimum 6 " servo extension
onto each of your aileron servos.
➤Hint: It is always good procedure to tape the
extension connector and the servo lead connector
together to insure that they will not become
unplugged inside the wing.
2. With the servo extension securely fastened to the
servo lead,tape the end of the servo extension to the
string you installed onto the end that exits were the
servo will be installed.
3. Carefully pull the string through the wing until you
have the servo extension plug exit at the center of
the wing at the wing root.
4. Install the servo into the aileron servo slot.
➤Note: It does not matter which way the servo is
installed into the slot;in other words,if the servo
horn is closer to the aileron.
5. Securely fasten the servo in the aileron slot with four
of the servo mounting screws supplied with your
radio system.
6. Follow steps 1– 5 for the other aileron servo.

➤Parts Needed
Fuselage
4 wing bolts & washers
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
Hobby knife or round file
Phillips screwdriver
➤Parts Needed
Horizontal Stabilizer
Fuselage
Assembled wing
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
INSTALLING HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
5
➤Note:Your Hangar 9 Super Stick comes from the
factory with pre-installed blind nuts in the fuselage
and pre-drilled holes in the wing for bolting the wing
to the fuselage.
1. Place the wing onto the wing saddle of the fuselage,
approximately aligning the wing center with the
center line of fuselage.
2. Insert each of the wing bolts into the wing.
3. Carefully thread each bolt just a few turns into the
installed blind nuts of the fuselage.
➤Note: If the wing bolts are not perfectly aligned and
you can’t get bolts to thread into the blind nuts,
carefully use a round file and enlarge the pre-drilled
hole in the wing on the bolt hole that is not exactly
aligned. If you have to do this,it only requires that a
slight amount of material be removed. The wing bolts
may be hard to turn when you first install them,but it
will get easier in time. Be careful not to cross-thread
the bolts into the blind nuts.
4. After each wing bolt is started,tighten each bolt a
little at a time. Continue with each bolt until the wing
is securely tightened to the fuselage. Be careful not to
over-tighten.
➤Note: Leave the wing on the fuselage for installing
the horizontal stabilizer.
➤Note:Before assembling the tail,remove the elevator
and the hinges from the horizontal stabilizer. The
hinges and elevator will be installed later.
1. Measure and mark the center of the horizontal
stabilizer on its leading edge.
2. If you removed it from the previous section of this
manual,install the wing onto the fuselage.
Hobby knife
Ruler
Felt tipped pen
Pencil
30-minute epoxy
Paper towels
Rubbing alcohol
Mixing stick
Epoxy brush
Masking tape
BOLT WING TO FUSELAGE
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INSTALLING HORIZONTAL STABILIZER continued
5
3. On the bottom of the aft end of the fuselage you will
find a notch for the horizontal stabilizer to be placed.
Make a center mark on the front of the saddle on the
fuselage and place the horizontal stabilizer into the
horizontal stabilizer saddle,aligning the two marks
you just made. Tape the leading edge of the stabilizer
to the fuselage to secure it for now.
4. Align the horizontal stabilizer by measuring from a
fixed point on the wing to the outside of the trailing
edge tip of the horizontal stabilizer. Be sure that the
leading edge stays on its center mark. Adjust the
stabilizer until you have an equal distance on both the
right and left sides of the stabilizer to the wing.
5. When you are satisfied with the alignment of the tail
to the wing,carefully mark the position with a pencil
at the junction where the horizontal stabilizer meets
the fuselage. The pencil should leave a slight
indentation in the covering.
6. Remove the horizontal stabilizer from the fuselage.
Using your hobby knife and a straight edge,carefully
cut the covering approximately 1/16 " inside the lines
you drew. It is very important that you do not
press hard enough to cut into the wood as
doing so could weaken the horizontal stabilizer.
7. Mix approximately 1/4 ounce of 30-minute epoxy to
install the horizontal stabilizer. Using an epoxy brush
or mixing stick,spread the epoxy onto the top of the
horizontal stabilizer where it comes into contact with
the fuselage.
8. Lay the stabilizer onto a flat work surface and position
the fuselage onto it,making sure it is centered and
aligned as per Step 3 and 4.
➤Hint: Reference the bare wood that you just exposed
to re-align the stabilizer. Place a heavy object (that
won’t damage the fuselage structure) on top of the
fuselage to press the stabilizer and fuselage together.
➤Note: Be sure that the horizontal stabilizer and
fuselage are assembled on a good,flat surface and that
they are level with each other.
9. Wipe off any excess epoxy using a paper towel and
rubbing alcohol. Allow the epoxy to cure fully before
proceeding to the next step.

6
1. On the rear of the fuselage,a slot is pre-cut in the
wood structure for the vertical fin. Using a sharp
hobby knife,cut away the covering on the top rear of
the fuselage where the vertical fin inserts into the
fuselage.
2. Remove the rudder and hinges from the vertical fin
if you have not already done so. These will be
assembled later.
3. Insert the vertical fin into the slot in the top of the
fuselage and check to make sure it is fully seated
down against the horizontal stabilizer. Make sure the
rear of the vertical fin (where the hinge slots are
located) is aligned with the rear of the fuselage.
➤Note:The elevator should not be hinged to the
horizontal stabilizer at this time. It will also be
assembled later. Carefully mark with a pencil the
position of the vertical fin on both sides where it exits
the fuselage.
4. Remove the vertical fin and carefully cut away the
covering with a sharp hobby knife inside the lines you
marked in Step 3. Do not cut into the wood of
the fin when cutting the covering.
5. Mix up approximately 1/4 ounce of 30-minute epoxy
and apply it the vertical fin where it comes in contact
with the fuselage. Also apply epoxy to the base of the
fin where it comes in contact with the horizontal
stabilizer.
6. Insert the fin into the fuselage and wipe away any
excess epoxy.
7. Using a 90 degree triangle,make sure the fin is
perpendicular to the horizontal stabilizer. Use
masking tape to hold the vertical fin in place until it’s
completely dry.
➤Parts Needed
Vertical tail
Fuselage
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
30-minute epoxy
Hobby knife
Pencil
Masking tape
Rubbing alcohol
Paper towels
90 degree triangle
Epoxy brush
Mixing stick
INSTALLING VERTICAL FIN

➤Important! Please Read: Before proceeding any
further in the assembly of your Super Stick,you will
need to decide whether you want it to be equipped
with a tail dragger or tricycle landing gear system.
Experienced pilots prefer the tail dragger
configuration as its reduced weight and cleaner
aerodynamics give slightly better performance. The
position of the main gear is quite a bit ahead of the
center of gravity so nose overs are minimized.
If this is your first sport airplane,you’ll want to
consider the tricycle set-up. It provides even more
stable ground handling at only a slight weight and drag
penalty.
WHY A TAIL DRAGGER?
➤Pros:
• Lighter weight — eliminates nose gear,nose
wheel and steering linkage
• Easier to install — no nose gear linkage
• Less aerodynamic drag — no nose gear to cut
through the air
• Cleaner looks
➤Cons:
• Can nose over in tall grass
• Ground handling is slightly less stable,requiring
some right rudder input on takeoffs
• More likely to break the prop on rough landings
WHY A TRICYCLE?
➤Pros:
• Super stable ground handling
• Superior for rough grass fields
• Improved prop protection
➤Cons:
• Heavier — additional nose gear assembly
• More work to install — installation of linkage
to nose gear for steering control
TAIL DRAGGER OR TRICYCLE LANDING GEAR
7

1. Insert three hinges into the pre-cut slots of the
rudder (do not glue at this time) and install the
rudder to the vertical fin.
2. Take the tail wheel assembly and place it in the
location to be installed on the bottom side of
horizontal stabilizer as shown.
3. The tail wheel’s guide wire will be installed into the
rudder. Mark the position where the hole is to be
drilled into the leading edge of the rudder for the
steering rod.
4. Remove the rudder. Using a 3/32 " drill bit,drill into
the exact center of the leading edge of the rudder to
accept the tail wheel guide wire as shown.
5. Re-install the rudder with the tail wheel assembly and
mark the screw location for the tail wheel mounting
plate.
➤Note: Using your hobby knife,make a small notch in
the horizontal stabilizer to allow the tail wheel
bracket to lay completely flat on the stabilizer.
6. Remove the rudder from the vertical fin and drill a
1/16 " hole in the two screw locations. Install the tail
wheel assembly to the fuselage using the two 2.6mm
wood screws.
➤Parts Needed
Tail wheel assembly
Tail wheel
2.6mm wood screws
Fuselage
Rudder
Elevator
Hinges
Tail wheel collar
Locking screw
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
Phillips screwdriver
Drill
Drill bits: 3/32 " ,1/16 "
Hobby knife
Pencil
INSTALLING THE TAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLY
8

ASSEMBLINGTHEWINGS
1INSTALLING THE TAIL WHEEL ASSEMBLY continued 8
7. Temporarily install the rudder onto the vertical fin,
making sure the tail wheel guide wire is inserted into
the hole you previously drilled. Do not glue the
hinges at this time.
8. Take the elevator and insert the four hinges into the
hinge slots (do not glue the hinges at this time).
Temporarily install it onto the horizontal stabilizer.
9. Mark with your pencil the leading edge of the elevator
at the point where it contacts the tail wheel wire.
10. Remove the elevator. Using your hobby knife,
carefully cut a notch,at the mark on the elevator,the
same size as the tail wheel wire. Make the notch as
small as possible. Trial fit the elevator back onto the
horizontal stabilizer until you are satisfied with the fit.
Remove the elevator when done.
➤Note:All gaps in the hinge lines of the control
surfaces should be as minimal as possible. No gap
is best.
11. Install the tail wheel onto the tail wheel assembly and
secure it with the supplied tail wheel collar and screw.

HINGING THE RUDDER AND ELEVATOR
9
➤Parts Needed
Fuselage
Rudder
Elevator
Hinges
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
30-minute epoxy
Mixing stick
Paper towels
Rubbing alcohol
➤Parts Needed
Control horns
Control horn backplates
Control horn screws
Fuselage
Wing
➤Tools &Adhesives Needed
Drill
Drill bit:1/16 "
Felt tipped pen or pencil
Phillips screwdriver
Ruler
1. Take the 3 hinges for the rudder and flex them
accordingly so they move freely.
2. Mix a small amount of 30-minute epoxy. Using either
a mixing stick or a piece of scrap wood, apply the
epoxy sparingly inside each hinge slot on the rudder.
Additionally,apply a small amount of epoxy to the top
and bottom half of each hinge. Insert the hinges into
the rudder until the hinge line is even with the leading
edge of the rudder.
3. Apply epoxy to the remaining half of each hinge and
into the hinge slots in the vertical fin as well. Replace
the rudder onto the vertical fin.
➤Note: Be sure to insert the tail wheel wire guide into
the rudder.
4. Carefully wipe away any excess epoxy using a paper
towel and rubbing alcohol.
5. Repeat this procedure to install the elevator to the
horizontal stabilizer.
INSTALLING THE CONTROL HORNS
10
➤Important:When installing the control horns,it is
important that the holes in the control horns where
the pushrod attaches are directly in-line with the
control surface hinge line.
1. To locate the elevator control horns,measure over
1/2 " to the right from the center of the tail section on
the fuselage. Mark the elevator as shown with a felt
tipped pen or a pencil. This mark will be the center of
the elevator control horn.