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CG CHECK & WHY IT’S IMPORTANT

In specific terms, the center of gravity (CG) refers to a model’s longitudinal (nose to tail) balance point. Every model has a specific balance range where its CG should be located for it to fly properly. When the CG is placed too far back in this range the model becomes more tail-heavy. As you move the CG forward, the model becomes more nose-heavy. Moving the CG aft makes a model less stable and more maneuverable,...
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