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Robot: Cosmetic changes
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===Starting=== | === Starting === | ||
Press { and } once each--so that both L and R magneto switches are in center position. | Press { and } once each--so that both L and R magneto switches are in center position. | ||
Hold the s key for several seconds until the engine catches. | Hold the s key for several seconds until the engine catches. \ | ||
===Take Off=== | === Take Off === | ||
Zoom the view out so you can see the edges of the runway with your | Zoom the view out so you can see the edges of the runway with your | ||
peripheral vision. | peripheral vision. As you speed up, gently pull back on the stick - this | ||
avoids the spin-out that otherwise happens around 40-45 MPH. | avoids the spin-out that otherwise happens around 40-45 MPH. | ||
As you lift off, about 45 MPH, be prepared to counter the torque of the engines with your ailerons. | As you lift off, about 45 MPH, be prepared to counter the torque of the engines with your ailerons. | ||
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The blip switch (b) disengages both magnetos and cuts power. | The blip switch (b) disengages both magnetos and cuts power. | ||
Engaging either R or L brake (via keyboard, joystick, or rudder/pedals) | Engaging either R or L brake (via keyboard, joystick, or rudder/pedals) | ||
also engages the blip switch. | also engages the blip switch. Releasing the brake (or b key) releases | ||
the blip switch. | the blip switch. | ||
===Approach=== | === Approach === | ||
Speed 55 MPH IAS | Speed 55 MPH IAS | ||