Hangar 9 Cessna 182 Skylane User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ALMOST READY-TO-FLY
PRE-BUILT
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WE GET PEOPLE FLYING
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• Ultra Covering
• Pre-Finished Fiberglass Cowl
• Highest Quality Craftsmanship
Specifications
Wingspan: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66"
Wing Area:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579 sq. in.
Weight (Approx.):. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–6.5 lbs.
Recommended Engines:. . . . .40–.50 2-cycle
.50–.65 4-cycle
SKYLANE

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Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Adhesives, Tools and Supplies Required 4
Kit Contents 5
Field Equipment Required 6
Optional Field Equipment 7
Section 1: Hinging the Ailerons 8
Section 2: Joining the Wing Halves 10
Section 3: Installing the Aileron Servos 13
Section 4: Installing the Aileron Linkage 15
Section 5: Mounting the Wing 17
Section 6: Installing the Tail 20
Section 7: Hinging the Rudder and Elevator 23
Section 8: Installing the Engine 24
Section 9: Installing the Nose Gear 26
Section 10: Installing the Landing Gear 27
Section 11: Assembling & Mounting the Wheel Pants 28
Section 12: Assembling & Installing the Fuel Tank 31
Section 13: Installing the Radio 34
Section 14: Installing the Linkages 36
Section 15: Attaching the Cowl 42
Section 16: Installing the Windows 43
Section 17: Scale Detailing 44
Section 18: Balancing the Cessna 182 45
Section 19: Control Throw Recommendation 45
Section 20: Flying the Cessna 182 45
Pre-Flight Check 46
Pre-Flight at the Field 47
AMA Safety Code 48

Introduction
Throughout aviation history, select few aircraft have achieved such a level of popularity that they transcend their eras. Such is the case
of the Cessna 182. This timeless classic is perhaps even more famous today than when it was first introduced.
Hangar 9’s Cessna 182 offers traditional scale appearance in a .40 size model aircraft and can be powered with any standard .40–.50
2-cycle engine. Or, for enhanced scale realism, a .50–.65 4-cycle engine can be used to power the Cessna 182.
Hangar 9’s Cessna 182 comes 90% pre-built to a high level of craftsmanship and is pre-covered and trimmed in Ultra Covering. This
means you can have a large (66 ″ span) high quality scale Cessna 182 to show to your friends at the field in 20 hours or less. Best of
all, they’ll never know it’s an ARF, and chances are they’ll compliment you on your building and finishing skill. Don’t worry . . . we
won’t tell!
WARNING:
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, preferably
AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) approved flying sites, following all instructions included with your radio and engine.
Special Note: Due to changes in weather, wrinkling of the covering may occur. This is the nature of the covering film of the model
and can be easily eliminated using a heat gun or sealing iron.
In case of wrinkle: Use a heat gun or sealing iron on the wrinkled area. Then rub the surface with a soft cloth until the surface is
smooth again.
Additional Equipment Required
Radio Equipment Engine Recommendations
4 channels (minimum) .40–.50 2-Cycle Engines
5 standard servos .50–.65 4-Cycle Engines
Standard 450-650 mAh receiver battery pack
Y-harness
2 servo extensions
Recommended 2-Cycle Engines
MDS .46
Webra Speed .50 GT
Recommended 4-Cycle Engines
Saito .56-.65 GK
Saito .50-.65
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MDS .46
Saito .56GK
Recommended JR Systems
JR F400 FM
JR 642 FM
JR XP783
JR XP8103
JR PCM10SxII

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Adhesives, Tools
and Supplies Required
Adhesives
Instant thin CA (Cyanoacrylate) glue
Thick CA glue
CA remover/debonder
White canopy glue (e.g., R/C 56 or Formula 560)
6-minute epoxy
12-minute epoxy
30-minute epoxy
Blue Locktite 242
Tools and Supplies
Drill
Drill bits: 1/4″, 1/8″, 1/16″, 3/32″
Small and medium Phillips screwdrivers
Z-bend pliers
Needle nose pliers
Pliers
Small round file
Adjustable wrench
Razor saw
Heat gun
Moto-Tool with sanding drum
Hobby knife with #11 blade
Mixing stick
Epoxy brush
Medium sandpaper
Masking tape
Straight edge
Measuring device (e.g., ruler, tape measure)
Scissors
Paper Towels
Wax paper
Rubbing alcohol
Pencil
Felt tipped pen
Fuel tubing
String (18–24″long)
Radio packing foam
Antenna tube (optional)
Fueling valve (optional)

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Kit Contents
Main Parts
Fuselage (1) Horizontal stabilizer (1)
Wing (2) Vertical stabilizer (1)
Accessories
Main-gear (set)-2 Hardwood wing strut-2
Nose-gear (set)-1 Music wire, 1.5 ×380mm (1⁄16 ×15″)-1
Rubber wheel, 51mm (2″)-1 Music wire, 1.5 ×450mm (1⁄16 ×173⁄4″)-1
Rubber wheel, 64mm (21⁄2″)-2 Music wire, 1.5 ×120mm (1⁄16 ×43⁄4″)-2
Spinner, 51mm-1 Nylon clevis-5
Control horn-5 Engine mount (set)-1
Threaded rod-5 Fuel tank (set)-1
Plywood wing-brace-1 Plastic cowling (set)-1
Plywood wing locking pin-1 Plastic wheel pants (set)-3
Plywood bearing-3 Wheel: 21⁄2″ (2)
Plywood liner-6 2″ (1)
Plastic wing strut (each)-2
Plastic cabin windows (set)-1

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Field Equipment Required
Airplane Fuel
Starter Propeller
Glow Driver
12V Sealed Battery Glow Plug Wrench
Glow Plug Manual Fuel Pump

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Optional Field Equipment
4-Way Wrench Field Box Cleaner & Towels
Extra Glow Plugs Misc. Tools After-Run Fuel
Power Panel

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Important: Only use thin CA on hinges.
Note: The control surfaces, including the ailerons, elevators
and rudder, are pre-hinged with the hinges installed;
however, the hinges are not glued in place. It is
imperative that you properly adhere the hinges and
ailerons in place following the steps below using high
quality thin CA.
Step 1: Carefully remove the aileron from one of the wing
panels. Note the position of the hinges. The Cessna 182 comes
with high quality CA-type hinges, which are manufactured in the
U.S.A.
Step 2: Replace the aileron, making sure the hinges slide in
place. Deflect the aileron and apply a few drops of thin CA glue
directly to the center of each of the hinges. The aileron’s front
surface should lightly contact the wing during this procedure.
Ideally, when the hinge is glued in place, a 1/32″gap or less
will be maintained throughout the length of the aileron. The
hinge is constructed of a special material that allows the CA to
wick, or penetrate, and distribute throughout the hinge, securely
bonding it to the wood structure.
Step 3: Turn the wing panel over and deflect the aileron in the
opposite direction and from the opposite side. Apply thin CA
glue to each aileron hinge, making sure the CA penetrates into
both the aileron and the wing.
Step 4: Using CA remover/debonder and a paper towel, remove
any excess CA glue that may have accumulated on the wing or in
the aileron hinge area.
Section 1: Hinging the Ailerons
• Right wing panel with aileron and hinges
• Left wing panel with aileron and hinges • Instant thin CA glue • CA remover/debonder
• Paper towels
Parts Needed Tools and Adhesives Needed

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Step 5: Repeat this process with the other wing panel, securely
hinging the aileron in place.
Step 6: After both ailerons are securely hinged, firmly grasp the
wing and aileron to check that the hinges are immovable. Do this
by applying medium pressure, trying to separate the aileron from
the wing.
CONTINUED
Section 1: Hinging the Ailerons

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Step 1: Locate the dihedral brace (also called the wing joiner).
Using a ruler, mark the exact center of the brace with a pencil as
shown in the photo below.
Step 2: Trial fit the dihedral brace into one of the wing panels. It
should insert smoothly up to the center line marked in Step 1.
Now slide the other wing half onto the dihedral brace until the
wing panels meet. If the fit is overly tight, it may be necessary to
lightly sand the dihedral brace.
Step 3: Next, check for the correct dihedral angle. Place the
wing on a large, flat surface with one wing panel resting on the
flat surface. The opposite wing tip should be exactly 2″from the
surface (see illustration below). If necessary, sand the dihedral
brace until this is achieved.
Step 4: Mix up approximately three (3) ounces of 30-minute
epoxy.
Step 5: Smear a generous amount of epoxy into the wing joiner
cavity of one wing half. A scrap piece of wood or mixing stick is
handy here.
Note: It is extremely important to use plenty of epoxy when
joining the wing halves.
Section 2: Joining the Wing Halves
• Right wing panel from Section One
• Left wing panel from Section One
• Dihedral brace
• Trim tape
• Hardwood locking pin
• 30-minute epoxy
• Masking tape
• Paper towels
• Rubbing alcohol
• Wax paper
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Medium sandpaper
• Mixing stick
Parts Needed Tools and Adhesives Needed
2″