Hangar 9 Easy Fly 40 User manual

Wing Span .64-3/4 inches
Wing Area .712-1/4 inch2
Approx. Weight .4-3/4-5 1/2 lbs.
Engine Requirements .40-.46 2-cycle
.40-.50 4-cycle
• True UltraCote™ covering
• Positive self-righting flight characteristics
• 90% pre-built
• Extensive hardware kit included
• Break away motor mount prevents engine
damage during minor nose-overs
Specifications
Raising the Standard of Quality
in Almost-Ready-To-Fly Aircraft
ALMOST READY-TO-FLY
PRE-BUILT
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HANGAR
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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TICKET TOFLY
R/C Pilot Program
The Total Training Package
Congratulations on your selection of the Hangar 9 Easy Fly
40! Your kit comes complete with the “TICKET TOFLY R/C
Pilot Program,” a detailed video instruction guide designed
to help beginners become successful pilots.
This video guides you through every step of the learning
process — from building tricks and tips through your first solo flights. The
video shows in-depth procedures on radio setup, trimming the plane, and
breaking-in and tuning your engine. It covers the basic flight concepts you
need to know, like takeoffs, landings and, most importantly, how to find and
work with a qualified instructor. You’ll find out just what to expect when
you arrive at the flying field… before you even get there.
When you use the video in conjunction with the complete, photo-illustrated
instruction manual, you’ll gain the confidence and ability to successfully
meet the challenge of R/C flight. This video is an invaluable teaching aid
which will shorten the time it takes to properly learn to operate and fly the
Easy Fly 40.
Good Luck and Good Flying!
TM

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Table Of Contents
Introduction 3
Contents Of Kit 4
Equipment Required 5
Tools And Supplies Required 5
Field Equipment Required 6
Optional Field Equipment 7
Section 1: Assembling The Wings 8
Section 2: Joining The Wing Halves 9
Section 3: Hinging The Rudder And Elevator 12
Section 4: Installing The Aileron Servo Trays 13
Section 5: Assembling The Fuselage 16
Section 6: Installing The Nose Gear 17
Section 7: Installing The Wing Dowels 18
Section 8: Assembling The Fuel Tank 19
Section 9: Installing The Fuel Tank 21
Section 10: Installing The Control Horns 22
Section 11: Installing The Horizontal & Vertical Stabilizers 24
Section 12: Installing The Engine 26
Section 13: Installing The Radio 29
Section 14: Installing The Linkages 32
Section 15: Setting Up The Radio 38
Section 16: Balancing The Model 39
Pre-Flight Check 40
Pre-Flight At The Field 41
Flight Instructions 42
AMA Safety Codes 43
Glossary 44

Introduction
Congratulations!
You are the proud owner of the highest quality almost-ready-to-fly (ARF) sport trainer available. The Easy Fly
40 is professionally built and pre-covered by craftsmen using genuine UltraCote®covering. The positive self-
righting flight characteristics and excellent slow-speed handling make the Easy Fly 40 one of the easiest-to-fly
airplanes available. Beyond its positive, gentle flight mannerisms, the Easy Fly 40 also offers outstanding
sport aerobatic capabilities. Loops, rolls, sustained inverted flight, and even outside maneuvers are all well
within its flight envelope.
In order for you to get the best performance and most enjoyment from your Easy Fly 40, it is important to
carefully read and follow this manual. If you’re a first-time flier, we strongly suggest that you seek qualified
help during your first flights. Your local hobby shop will be able to put you in touch with qualified pilots and a
local club.
Note: Due to temperature changes during shipping, the covering on your Easy Fly may be slightly wrinkled.
The careful use of a heat gun or iron is recommended to shrink the UltraCote®until its taut.
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, and have an experienced
modeler/pilot preflight your aircraft before its first flight and perform the aircraft’s first test flights. Please
follow all instructions included with your radio and engine. We cannot stress strongly enough the importance
of having an experienced pilot preflight your aircraft and be present during your first test flights!
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The Easy Fly 40 is professionally built and
pre-covered by craftsmen using genuine UltraCote®
covering. UltraCote is completely reparable and can
be found at your local hobby shop.
ULTRACOTE
UltraCote is a registered trademark of Carl
Goldberg Models
®

Contents Of Kit
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A. Fuselage (#HAN1401)
B. Right wing half with aileron (#HAN1402)
C. Left wing half with aileron (#HAN1402)
D. Vertical stabilizer with rudder (#HAN1403)
E. Horizontal stabilizer with elevator (#HAN1404)
1. Pushrods
2. Aileron servo mounts (2)
3. Main landing gear
4. Nose landing gear
5. Spinner
6. Motor mounts and hardware
7. Wheels (3)
8. Fuel tank and hardware
9. Rubber bands (8)
10. Control horns
11. Wing joiner
A
B
C
E
D
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5
4
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R/C Radio System
4 Channels (minimum)
4 Standard Servos
Standard 450-650 mAh Battery
Recommended JR Systems
JR F400 FM
JR XP642
JR XP783
JR XP8103
R/C Engine
.40-.45 2-Cycle with Muffler
Recommended Thunder Tiger Engine
GP .42 with Muffler
R/C Aircraft Propeller
10-6 Prop with a .40-.46 Size Engine
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Equipment Required
Adhesives
CA (cyanoacrylate) Glue (instant/thin and medium viscosity)
CA Remover (dissolve)
5-Minute Epoxy
30-Minute Epoxy
Tools
Clips (e.g. clothespins, binder clips)
Cloth
Drill and Assorted Drill Bits
Heat Gun
Heat Iron
Hobby Knife
Masking Tape
Needle Nose Pliers
Paper Towels
Pencil
#1 and #2 Phillips Screwdrivers
Rubbing Alcohol
Ruler (straight edge)
Sandpaper
Scissors
Straight Screwdriver
Thread Lock (e.g., Loc Tite Blue)
Toothpicks
90-Degree Triangle
Wax Paper
Z-Bender Pliers
Tools And Supplies Required

Field Equipment Required
HAN3000 – 2-cycle Performance Plug MDC101 Glow Driver Model Airplane Fuel
HAN 3005 – Extra Life Sport Plug
HAN104 12V Super Starter HAN102 12V Battery HAN118 Fuel Pump
HAN2510 Glow Plug Wrench
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Optional Field Equipment
Extra Propellers Flight Box Power Panel
Prop Wrench Miscellaneous Tools Paper Towels
#64 Rubber Bands After Run Oil Extra Glow Plugs
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❑1. Carefully remove the aileron from the right wing panel.
Note where the hinges and the aileron torque rod fit into
the aileron.
❑2. Mix a small amount of 30-minute epoxy, carefully
following the instructions included with the epoxy.
❑3. Using a toothpick, apply epoxy into the ailerons’ torque
rod hole. Fill the hole 1/2 full.
❑4. Replace the aileron on the right wing half. Make sure
the hinges slide in place and the aileron torque rod
inserts into its respective hole in the aileron. The gap
between aileron and wing should be a constant 1/16”.
❑5. Wipe off any excess epoxy using a paper towel and
rubbing alcohol.
❑6. Deflect the aileron and apply a small amount of thin CA
glue to each hinge. Make sure that the CA glue
penetrates into the aileron and wing while maintaining a
1/16” aileron gap.
❑7. Wipe off any excess CA glue using CA remover and a
paper towel.
❑8. Repeat this process for the left wing (Steps 1-7).
Note:
After the CA has dried completely, check to ensure that
the hinges are secure by pulling firmly on the ailerons.
Important:
The ailerons are fitted in place but not glued in. They
must be correctly glued prior to flying.
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Left Wing Panel with Aileron and Hinges
Right Wing Panel with Aileron and Hinges
CA Remover
30-Minute Epoxy
Thin Instant CA Glue
Paper Towels
Rubbing Alcohol
Toothpicks
Section 1: Assembling The Wings
Parts Needed Tools Needed

❑1. Using a pencil, mark both wing roots (the exposed
wood end of the wing halves) as shown. ❑2. Using a hobby knife, carefully cut out the marked section.
Important:
Do not cut into hard wood wing joiner section.
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Aileron Servo Mounts (2)
Dihedral Brace
Left Wing Half from Section 1
Right Wing Half from Section 1
Standard Servo (1)
30-Minute Epoxy
Hobby Knife
Masking Tape
Paper Towels
Pencil
Rubbing Alcohol
Ruler
Wax Paper
Section 2: Joining The Wing Halves
Parts Needed Tools Needed