E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m RTF Basic Smart Trainer SAFE RC plane

Product Details:

- The E-flite® Apprentice® STS 1.5m, an exciting evolution of the world´s favorite “club” trainer, is equipped with SAFE® technology - and can be upgraded with SAFE Plus technology and a Landing Assist Sensor - making learning to fly easier than ever! Main Features Official trainer of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and many clubs worldwide The ideal choice for new pilots learning to fly with an instructor at an RC flying field Beginner, intermediate, and experienced flight modes that can be easily switched with the flip of a switch Includes almost everything needed to fly except a compatible LiPo battery and charger Spektrum™ DXS transmitter/controller with industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX® technology for reliable interference-free control.

-In the Box (1) E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m (1) Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed) (1) 30A Brushless ESC with telemetry capability (installed) (3) 13g Digital Metal-Geared Servos (installed) (1) 37g Servo (installed) (1) Spektrum™ 3230 Flight Controller (installed) (1) Spektrum 4650C Series Receiver (installed) (1) Spektrum DXS 2.4GHz DSMX Transmitter (1) Product Manual.

-Required to Complete (1) 3S 11.1V 3200-4000mAh LiPo battery with EC3™ or IC3® connector* (1) Compatible LiPo charger* *The recommended Spektrum™ Powerstage 3 (SPMXPSA300) package includes a compatible 3S 4000mAh Smart G2 LiPo battery and an S120 USB-C Smart charger that can be used with a variety of USB power sources.

-Introduction The E-flite® Apprentice® STS 1.5m is based on one of the best platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio-controlled (RC) aircraft:

the legendary Apprentice S 15e.

The large size of that model made it the ideal choice for better visibility and the ability to withstand more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field, and its inherently stable design along with the exclusive SAFE® technology (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) makes successful flying easier, especially with the help of an instructor.

The Apprentice STS (Smart Trainer with SAFE) 1.5m is a modern evolution of the world´s favorite club trainer that includes all the same great features while adding Smart technology compatibility along with the option to add SAFE Plus® technology with GPS and the Landing Assist Sensor (LAS), making learning to fly easier - and more fun - than ever!.

Features:

- Based on one of the best platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio-controlled (RC) aircraft:

the Apprentice S 15e Perfect for novice pilots, experienced pilots teaching others to fly, and club training programs Official trainer of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and many clubs worldwide The ideal choice for new pilots learning to fly with an instructor at an RC flying field Equipped with exclusive SAFE® technology that helps prevent crashes and facilitates learning to fly Beginner, intermediate, and experienced flight modes that can be easily switched with the flip of a switch Panic recovery mode with the push of a button to prevent loss of control and crashes Easily upgrade to SAFE Plus technology with GPS to add features like Auto Landing, Virtual Fence, and Hold Pattern Optional and easy-to-install Landing Assist Sensor (LAS) for smoother landings Includes almost everything needed to fly except a compatible LiPo battery and charger.

- Spektrum™ DXS transmitter/controller with industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX® technology for reliable interference-free control Use a 3S 3200mAh battery for outstanding overall performance, or a 3S 4000mAh battery for longer flight times of up to 20-30+ minutes Powerful and efficient brushless power system including a 30A telemetry-capable ESC Factory-installed servos, Spektrum flight controller, and series receiver 4-channel control with four servos for training up to full aerobatic capability Capable of performing aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, and inverted flight Wide tricycle landing gear with steerable nose wheel Quick and easy assembly:

no glue or special tools required Durable yet lightweight EPO construction Full line of replacement parts available Optional floats available for flying from water (sold separately) Practice flying this aircraft in the RC flight simulator RealFlight® (sold separately).

- The Smartest and Best Club Trainer - of All Time! E-flite® took the world´s favorite club trainer and made it SMARTER with the Apprentice® STS (Smart Trainer with SAFE) 1.5m.

Based on one of the best platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio-controlled (RC) aircraft, its large size and 1.5-meter (59.0 inches) wingspan offer better visibility and the ability to withstand more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field.

Its inherently stable design and SAFE® technology (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) with beginner, intermediate, and experienced flight modes make successful flying easier, especially with the help of an instructor.

And best of all, it has the option to upgrade to SAFE Plus technology with GPS that offers features like Auto Landing and Virtual Fence, plus the option to install the Landing Assist Sensor (LAS) that automatically ´´widens´´ for smoother landings so learning to fly - and land safely - is easier than ever! The tricycle landing gear allows takeoffs and landings on a wide variety of surfaces, such as grass, dirt, paved runways, and other suitable surfaces, or you can install the optional floats to fly from water.

Additionally, it is equipped with a 30-amp telemetry-capable ESC that provides a variety of real-time telemetry data related to the power system, including motor RPM, current, battery voltage, and more to compatible Spektrum™ transmitters equipped with AirWare™ , and even approximate remaining flight battery power through multiple LEDs on the included DXS transmitter with the Basic RTF version.

The Apprentice STS 1.5m is the best and smartest club trainer of all time, making it perfect for novice pilots, experienced pilots teaching others to fly, and club training programs alike.

It is also the best choice for new pilots looking for a larger trainer to help them progress to more advanced RC aircraft.

The Basic Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed to fly in one box, except for the battery and charger.

This allows you to choose a convenient and economical Spektrum™ Powerstage package or the battery and charger separately that you prefer.

Plus, the included 2.4GHz Spektrum DXS transmitter can be used with other Bind-N-Fly® (BNF) and BNF Basic aircraft after you successfully learn to fly! There is also a BNF Basic version available for experienced pilots who wish to use their favorite Spektrum transmitter along with batteries and chargers they already own.

In both versions, the powerful and efficient brushless power system, which includes a telemetry-capable ESC, flight controller, receiver, and servos, comes factory-installed in the durable EPO fuselage that assembles quickly and easily without the need for glue or special tools.

And the fun doesn´t stop after learning to fly! In Experienced Mode, the STS Apprentice can perform aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, inverted flight, and much more.

You can even use the same DXS transmitter included with the Basic RTF version, along with the same battery and charger you use for the Apprentice, to fly a wide variety of ´´Next Step´´ BNF aircraft, including the E-flite® T-28 Trojan 1.2m, Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m, and others! You can also purchase the RealFlight Trainer Edition RC flight simulator and a Spektrum WS2000 wireless simulator dongle (sold separately) to fly this and other models using the transmitter included with the Basic RTF version.

The simulator features many of Horizon Hobby´s most popular training aircraft and built-in virtual flight instructor lessons.

This helps new pilots learn to fly successfully by practicing on a PC at home or a laptop anywhere else.

-Video Overview.

-Flight Talk.

-Ready-To-Fly Basic Flexibility This Ready-To-Fly (RTF) Basic version includes a Spektrum™ DXS transmitter/controller equipped with industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX® technology and everything you need to fly except a rechargeable lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and charger for the aircraft.

The convenient and economical Spektrum™ Powerstage 3 (SPMXPSA300) package includes a compatible 3S 4000mAh Smart G2 LiPo battery and an S120 USB-C Smart charger that can be used with various USB power sources.

Or you can separately choose the 3S 3200-4000mAh battery and compatible charger you prefer.

- Telemetry Capable The Apprentice STS 1.5m is equipped with a telemetry-capable ESC that can provide a variety of real-time telemetry data related to the power system to compatible transmitters.

This includes approximate remaining flight battery power through multiple LEDs and audible alerts from the included DXS transmitter with the Basic RTF version.

It will also provide motor RPM, current, overall battery voltage, and more to Spektrum transmitters equipped with AirWare™ (including DX6e and 8e, DX6 G2/G3 and 8 G2, DX9, NX6, 8 and 10, iX12, iX20, and others) while flying.

- Durable Design The advanced EPO material construction provides a lightweight yet durable fuselage, strong enough to withstand the rigors of daily flying without warping.

The wing attaches to the fuselage with rubber bands so it can flex or ´´pop off´´ in case of a forced landing or crash to minimize damage.

And in the unfortunate event that you damage any part or component of the fuselage and cannot repair it, a full line of replacement parts is available.

-Easy Assembly The Apprentice STS 1.5m comes almost fully assembled from the factory with the power system, flight controller, receiver, and servos installed.

All you need to do is finish a quick and easy final assembly without glue or special tools, and you´ll be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery!.

- Capable Landing Gear The wide tricycle landing gear with steerable nose wheel offers better ground handling for easier takeoffs and landings on a wide variety of surfaces, from paved runways to grass and even dirt.

-Optional Floats Convert the Apprentice STS 1.5m into a seaplane with the optional float set (EFLA550.

sold separately).

Installation takes just a few minutes, and all necessary hardware is included with the aircraft and float set.

- Optional Landing Assist Sensor for Smoother Landings The Spektrum Landing Assist Sensor (SPMA3180.

sold separately) is easy to install and provides automatic ´´flare´´ control to help inexperienced pilots ´´grease´´ landings by minimizing or eliminating bounce.

- Easily Upgrade to SAFE® Plus GPS-Enabled Technology With the quick and easy installation of the optional Spektrum GPS Module (SPMA3173.

sold separately), you can add next-level autonomous guidance features that make learning to fly even easier.

With SAFE Plus added, you will get.

-Auto Landing Activated simply by holding down a button, the advanced Auto Landing feature puts the aircraft into a stabilized approach to land itself near the GPS initialization point.

You can even provide some directional guidance to avoid obstacles or adjust the approach while letting the system do the rest to execute a safe landing.

As you progress in your skills and gain more confidence, you can take over more control inputs, ultimately learning to land without any help from the automated system.

- Hold Pattern This beneficial feature exclusive to SAFE Plus allows you to ´´pause´´ flight by putting the aircraft into a GPS-guided hold pattern.

When activated with a quick push of a button, the aircraft will automatically return to a position above the GPS initialization point and circle until the command is canceled with another quick button push.

It´s a great way to safely hand over controls to a friend or regain visual contact if you ever lose sight of the model.

- Virtual Fence It´s easy to accidentally let an RC aircraft fly too far away, but with Virtual Fence, worry no more! It creates an invisible boundary that the aircraft will not fly beyond.

When the aircraft reaches this boundary, it will automatically turn around and fly back toward the GPS initialization point.

It will then ´´wiggle´´ its wings to let you know you have control again.

-Flight School Qualifying Trainer This trainer model qualifies for use in Horizon Hobby´s Flight School.

As a trainer, this aircraft requires minimal setup to be flight-ready.

It also includes SAFE® technology (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) to help new pilots control their models.

Acquire this item along with a three-month trial membership to the AMA to get started.

Find more information here.

-Learn to Fly Successfully with SAFE Technology If this is your first remote-controlled aircraft, Horizon Hobby´s exclusive SAFE (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology prevents overcontrol and crashes while providing multiple flight modes to offer more control and capabilities as your skills progress:

-Beginner Mode Pitch and roll angle limits prevent overcontrol that can lead to disorientation and crashes.

When the control sticks are released, the aircraft levels itself.

Best of all, takeoffs are as simple as applying full throttle and letting the aircraft take off from the ground or giving it a quick hand launch.

-Intermediate Mode More freedom in pitch and roll, but still prevents overcontrol and does not return to level flight by itself.

This mode allows you to make tighter turns and climb and descend more quickly as your skill advances.

Beginner mode automatically activates and returns the aircraft to level flight when the aircraft descends below approximately 30 feet above ground level and the sticks are released.

-Experienced Mode No pitch or roll angle limits, so you have full control! You can even fly inverted and perform aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, spins, and much more.

Panic recovery mode can be activated by switching to beginner mode and releasing the sticks.

-Panic Recovery If you ever lose control of the aircraft in the more advanced control modes, simply switch to Beginner Mode and release the control sticks.

The SAFE® technology will automatically return the aircraft to level flight.

-Product Specifications:

-Approximate Assembly Time Less than 1 hour.

-Battery Sold separately.

-Charger Sold separately.

-Level of Completion Basic Ready-To-Fly.

-Connector Type EC3.

-Flaps No.

-LiPo Compatibility 3S.

-Material EPO.

-Motor Size BL15 840kv 12 poles.

-Motor Type Brushless.

-Power Type Electric.

-Product Length 42.52´´ (1080 mm).

-Product Weight 59oz (1672g).

-Prop Size 11 x 8 Electric.

-Radio Included.

-Receiver Included.

-Recommended Motor Battery 3S 11.1V 3200-4000mAh LiPo with EC3™ or IC3™ Connector.

-Servos Included.

-Skill Level Level 1.

-Speed Control Included.

-Technology Smart, AS3X and SAFE.

-Wingspan 59.02´´ (1499 mm).

-Apprentice STS 1.5m RTF Basic Manual - English.

-Apprentice STS 1.5m RTF Basic Manual - German.

-Apprentice STS 1.5m RTF Basic Manual - French.

-Apprentice STS 1.5m RTF Basic Manual - Italian.

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