BY THE NUMBERS INSIDE LOOP

In an inside loop, the plane’s canopy faces toward the center of the loop during the maneuver. This move requires that you are proficient with basic straight and level flight. Graceful, smooth flying is your key to success for this classic move.

STEP 1

Enter the maneuver flying parallel to the runway in upright and level flight.

STEP 2

When the plane is directly in front of you, gently pull the elevator stick back (up) to begin the loop. You might need to increase throttle to maintain maximum power as the model nears the top of the loop to maintain a constant flight speed.

STEP 3

Start decreasing throttle as the plane begins to come over the top of the loop. When you are on the downward segment, the throttle should be close to idle. Continue to adjust up-elevator to maintain a perfectly round loop.

STEP 4

As the model approaches the last quadrant of the loop, release elevator input so that the plane maintains the same altitude as it entered the maneuver while flying upright.

STEP 5

Increase power to 60 percent after your model passes your center. Exit straight and level in upright flight.