GPMA1053 Bird Of Time EP Sailplane ARF 118"

GPMA1053 Bird Of Time EP Sailplane ARF 118". Majestic looks and flight.
Introduced as a kit in 1981, the 3-meter Bird of Time has proven to be timeless. Easy-to-build ARF versions have joined the original to give all sailplane enthusiasts a relaxing and inspiring way to fly. This electric-powered, almost ready-to-fly Bird of Time offers the most convenience of them all, reaching soaring altitude in seconds – no hi-start, tow plane or large launch area needed.
Compared to smaller sailplanes, the 3-meter Bird of Time EP ARF flies well in breezy conditions and remains easy to see at high altitudes.
Strong and convenient EP power
Strong wood and fiberglass construction.
3-piece wing for easy transportation and storage.
Removable full-flying stabilizer.
Superior thermal and duration soaring.
Beautiful, easy-to-see MonoKote trim scheme.
The Bird of Time's airfoil draws maximum performance out of a wide range of conditions, from slow thermal riding to fast-paced thermal chasing. FEATURES
Fuselage: Painted fiberglass, removable wooden stabilizer
Wing: Balsa and ply, two piece for easy transport and storage,
assembles with two aluminum and two wooden dihedral braces, aligns
with metal anti-rotation pin
Covering: Covered in white and orange Top Flite MonoKote
Hatch: Plastic, updated to provide easy battery access
Motor Mount Templates: Two supplied, one for the Great Planes .32
RimFire motor, and one blank template for other brushless motors
Propeller: 5x7" folding, low drag design, plastic construction,
black in color
Spinner: Black plastic 2" (51mm) diameter
Warranty: Great Planes Model Manufacturing Company guarantees this
kit to be free from defects in both materials and workmanship at
date of purchase.
INCLUDES
Prebuilt Wing, Fuselage and Tail assemblies, Prop, Spinner, two Motor
Mount Templates on Instruction Manual Addendum and Instruction
Manual
REQUIREMENTS
Radio: At least 3-channel
Servos: One standard size for rudder (Futaba S9001 Aircraft Coreless
BB Servo recommended, FUTM00750)
One micro high torque for elevator (Futaba S3154 Digital Micro
High Torque recommended, FUTM0654)
Brushless Motor: Great Planes RimFire .32
Electronic Speed Control: 60A with BEC
Battery: 14.8V 3300-3600mAh LiPo
6-Minute Epoxy, Medium CA, Hook and Loop Material, Field &
Maintenance equipment
SPECIFICATIONS
Wingspan: 118" (2997mm)
Length: 49" (1245mm)
Wing Area: 1050 sq in (67.7 sq dm)
Wing Loading: 10oz/sq ft (31g/sq dm)
Center of Gravity: 3-3/4" (95.3mm) back from the leading edge of the
wing measured at the fuselage sides
Control Throws; High Low
Elevator, up & down: 9/16" (15mm) 3/8" (10mm)
(high rate)
Rudder, left & right: 1-1/2" (38mm) 3/4" (19mm)
COMMENTS
Following are the colors of Top Flite MonoKote used to cover this
model and order numbers for 6 foot rolls;
Orange, TOPQ0202
White, TOPQ0204