LORE

During the Great War, many new aircraft companies looked to cash in on the war market. One of these companies, Dynamic Arms, was ready to take to the skies. One of the fastest, biggest, and most maneuverable fighter aircraft of WW1, the Eagle F.5 was the premier fighter for the Entente. Designed by Dynamic Arms engineers, the Eagle had a unique design. An exposed V8 Alfred-Hicks engine was the main powerplant for the Eagle, water-cooled by the large front radiator. A starter crank negated the need for any engineer to turn the propeller to start the engine. Dual 7.7mm M1917 Browning machine guns served as the armament, ejecting shell casings from ports at the bottom of the fuselage. The Eagle had some problems, such as overheating at high speeds and the tendency to lose energy in repeated turns due to its weight.
However, the Eagle was fast, responsive, and a killer in turn fights. All in all, the Eagle was one of the best fighters of WW1, and the first in the line of legendary Dynamic Arms designs.

STARTING

To start the aircraft, first turn the Valve Decompression Handle on the engine to the left.

Then, compress the Fuel Pressure Pump.

Turn the Fuel and Oil Valve approximately a quarter turn to the left.

Set the Fuel Mixture lever to the right of the throttle to full.

Prime the engine with the engine primer.

Turn on the magneto switch.

Finally, with a swift turn, crank the Magneto Starter Crank. The engine should roar to life and start spinning.

TAKEOFF

To takeoff, set throttle to 30% to taxi.

Set throttle to full.

Within several seconds, the aircraft should lift off the ground.

LANDING

To land, set throttle to 50%.

Lower the aircraft as you approach the landing area.

Lower throttle.

Once on the ground and below 50MPH, pitch up and lightly tap brakes several times to stop the aircraft.

FEATURES

Detailed custom cockpit

Accurate starting sequence

Custom machine guns with bolt reciprocation and shell ejecting

Custom control surfaces

Easy to pilot

Accurate speed

Rigging and control surfaces cables

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