This is an instruction manual, which introduces Orion's design and features, as well as how to assemble and fly Orion.
This manual provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the Top Flite Orion radio-controlled model airplane. It emphasizes high-performance construction techniques suitable for contest flying, including specific guidance on gluing stressed joints and ensuring structural accuracy.
The guide details the assembly of the fuselage, stabilizer, rudder, and ailerons, with special attention to the Frise aileron design intended to reduce adverse yawing. It also covers critical steps such as creating a truly flat surface for wing construction and proper silk covering techniques.
The manual states that the ship should be flown with a minimum of eight channels.
You should cut two pieces of scrap balsa that are 1/8 x 1 x 2 for test bars.
White glue, such as Elmer's, is recommended for plywood and the hardwood motor mounts.