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How do I Balance an RC Delta Wing?

Balance is essential to the functionality of your aircraft, and an unbalanced wing could have catastrophic results. Balancing your aircraft's wings will provide exceptional stability and aerodynamic control. Learning how to balance your aircraft's delta wing will help you get maximum performance from your radio-controlled (RC) airplane.

Things You'll Need

String
Pins
Knife
Sticky weights

Instructions

- 1
  Tie push pins at both ends of a piece of string measuring three feet in length. Press the push pin into the tip of the aircraft's nose and into the very back point of the fuselage. Make sure both pins are aligned along the center of the aircraft.
- 2
  Hang the string on a hook or some other static anchor so that the aircraft is left dangling from the two push pins. You will immediately notice how the aircraft leans to one side if it isn't balanced.
- 3
  Use the knife to trim away small portions of the outer edge of the wing, if it is foam. If the aircraft is made from a rigid material like wood or plastic, apply small sticky weights to the wing that raises highest. Continue to apply small weights until the two wings are at an equal height.

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