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Pro Tip: Fine-Tune Your Trims and Sub-Trims
Your aircraft should fly straight and level with minimal stick input. If you constantly need to correct its flight path, it may need trimming. > Adjust mechanical linkages first. Ensure your control surfaces are perfectly centered before using electronic trims. > Use sub-trim sparingly. Too much can cause uneven servo travel. > Perform a proper trim flight. Fly at 50% throttle, level the aircraft, and adjust trims accordingly. Proper trimming reduces pilot workload and improves...
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