Field Equipment
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Field Equipment

The equipment required to get a trainer off the ground can be very inexpensive. There are a few basic items that will suffice to get a beginner into the air and learning to fly but there are other items that can be added to make the job a lot easier

Minimum Equipment

NAME

DESCRIPTION

Glow Plug Driver

Clip on battery for supplying power to glow plug

Chicken Stick

Stick used for flipping the prop to start the engine

Fuel

Fuel mixture recommended by engine manufacturer

Fuel Bulb

Rubber bulb used to transfer fuel to model tank

4 - Way Wrench

Combination wrench with sizes to fit glow plug, prop nut, etc.

Tool Box

Any box suitable for carrying the other equipment

These items should cost about $40-$60.  This can vary depending on the brand of the items and the place from which the items are purchased. An assortment of screwdrivers, pliers, and allen wrenches may also be needed to perform field maintenance.

OPTIMUM EQUIPMENT

NAME

DESCRIPTION

Starter

Battery powered motor for starting model engine

Glow Plug Connector

Clip on battery connector for supplying power to glow plug

Power Panel

Power distribution panel for distributing power from a field battery to starter, glow plug connector, etc.

Field Battery

Small 12 volt wet or gel cell battery

Fuel

Fuel mixture recommended by engine manufacturer

Fuel Pump

Special pump used to transfer fuel to model tank

4 - Way Wrench

Combination wrench with sizes to fit glow plug, prop nut, etc.

Field Box

Tool box specifically designed for carrying model field equipment

These items will cost in excess of $100.  The cost will vary depending on the brand of the items and the place from which the items are purchased. Field box kits are available for a wide range of prices but can be built from readily available materials. Plans are available for a simple field box that will fill the needs of a beginner or for a basic necessities field box for a beginner who wants something a little more sophisticated.  An assortment of screwdrivers, pliers, nut drivers, and allen wrenches may also be needed to perform field maintenance.