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Now we need to prepare the flight surfaces for takeoff. First, deploy the flaps to 15 or 22 degrees, depending on the takeoff weight and runway length. Second, we need to set the elevator trim for takeoff. This will make it easier to rotate the plane during the takeoff roll. The takeoff trim zone is helpfully marked in green on the throttle quadrant: | Now we need to prepare the flight surfaces for takeoff. First, deploy the flaps to 15 or 22 degrees, depending on the takeoff weight and runway length. Second, we need to set the elevator trim for takeoff. This will make it easier to rotate the plane during the takeoff roll. The takeoff trim zone is helpfully marked in green on the throttle quadrant: | ||
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Just use the '''HOME/END''' keys or your '''joystick''' to set the elevator trim within the zone. | Just use the '''HOME/END''' keys or your '''joystick''' to set the elevator trim within the zone. | ||
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Before we get into the air <strike>and put our passengers in danger</strike>, let's take a moment to meet ''George'', the DC-10's autopilot system. The most intuitive way to control the autopilot is to use the Mode Control Panel, located in the top-center of the instrument panel. The DC-10, of course, also gives you the option to use a custom autopilot dialog. However, it is less intuitive to use than the panel, and will not be covered here. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the layout: | Before we get into the air <strike>and put our passengers in danger</strike>, let's take a moment to meet ''George'', the DC-10's autopilot system. The most intuitive way to control the autopilot is to use the Mode Control Panel, located in the top-center of the instrument panel. The DC-10, of course, also gives you the option to use a custom autopilot dialog. However, it is less intuitive to use than the panel, and will not be covered here. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the layout: | ||
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Our only concern is the three sections in the middle. Left-to-right, they control '''speed''', '''heading''', and '''pitch'''. | Our only concern is the three sections in the middle. Left-to-right, they control '''speed''', '''heading''', and '''pitch'''. | ||