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 Just like full sized aircraft, radio control airplanes require ground support equipment. Every engine needs a pump to pump the fuel into the fuel tank. Engines need a 1.5-volt battery and a special connector to ignite the glow plug. While many engines will start by hand-flipping the propeller, we highly recommend an electric starter and 12-volt battery. The electric starter keeps your hands clear of the propeller and can help get a new (slightly out of adjustment) engine started. Some stores offer a Field Buddy Combo. This set comes with a tote box (built or unbuilt), an electric fuel pump, an electric starter, a 12-volt battery and charger, a glow plug clip, and a power panel to allow the pump and the glow plug to all run off of the 12-volt battery. While this certainly isn't the only way to outfit your tote box, when you visit the flying field, most pilots rely on these same items for their ground support.  Electric airplanes all so require ground support equipment be sure to have a power source to recharge your extra batteries, the 12 volt chargers are easily connected to any automobile battery. Extra batteries are a must, you do not want to run out of power just when you're getting a feel for the conditions that the weather has offered that day. Back to RC tips Product availability can change without notice. |
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