E-Flite Apprentice S 15e BNF with SAFE

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SAFE™ innovation provides spatial awareness and flight envelope protectionThe perfect novice’s choice when learning how to fly with an instructorQuick, easy assemblyLightweight and resilient Z-Foam™ constructionPowerful 15-size, 840Kv brushless outrunner motor installedE-flite® 30A Pro Switch-Mode BEC Brushless ESC installedLarge, easy-access battery compartmentWide-stance tricycle landing gearNose wheel steering for better ground handlingPowerful THREE 3200mAh 20C Li-Po battery includedLi-Po balancing DC charger includedOptional E-flite Apprentice® S Drifts (EFLA550), offered




Introduction


The E-flite® Apprentice® S 15e plane is an extraordinary fitness instructor that’s a blast to fly. At its heart is groundbreaking SAFE™ (Sensing unit Assisted Flight Envelope) innovation that makes RC flight unbelievably easy, even for the least skilled user. Its mix of spatial awareness provides flight envelope security which adds a degree of security never ever prior to offered, while its smooth flight ability battles windy conditions so that all you feel is control that’s crisp and responsive. Multiple levels of flight envelope security are supplied that can be decreased or gotten rid of as your skills development, yet the "panic" feature is constantly there to instantly return the design to level flight if you ever lose orientation.

Requiring simply minutes to assemble, you’ll value how its peaceful brushless power system provides outstanding performance and long flights. Plus it’s constructed to last from light-weight Z-Foam™ product that’s tough enough to deal with everyday flying punishment without getting bent out of shape. After you’ve mastered the essentials of flight, the Apprentice S 15e is capable of performing a large range of aerobatic maneuvers such as loops, rolls as well as inverted flight. If that’s not homage enough to its versatility, there’s even a specially developed E-flite Apprentice S Float Set (sold independently) you can include that turns the Apprentice S 15e into a fantastic floatplane.

All you have to fly the Apprentice S 15e right away is a DSMX compatible transmitter like the Spektrum™ DX6. Besides ease of usage, it offers virtually limitless design memory and voice command/alerts for a level of control and safety that enhance the Apprentice S 15e perfectly.

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Tech Notes


You will need...
5+ channel DSM2- or DSMX-compatible transmitter






Specifications


Wingspan: 59.0 in (1500mm)
Overall Length: 42.5 in (1080mm)
Wing Area: 525 sq. in. (33.7 sq. dm.)
Flying Weight: 49.0 oz (1390 g)
Motor Size: 15 size brushless (installed)
Radio: 5+ channel radio system
Servos: 4 (included)
Trim Scheme Colors: White Z-foam with red and black decals
CG (center of gravity): 3-1/8 in (79.0mm) back from the leading edge of wing
Wing Loading: 13.4 oz/sq ft
Prop Size: 11 x 8
Speed Control : 30 Amp Brushless ESC (installed)
Recommended Battery: 11.1V 3S 3200mAh LiPo (included)
Control Throw (Ailerons): Low: 0.71 in (18mm); High: 0.91 in (23mm)
Control Throw (Elevator): Low: 0.71 in (18mm); High: 0.91 in (23mm)
Control Throw (Rudder): Low: 1.10 in (28mm); Hight: 1.35 in (35mm)
Charger: 2-3S LiPo balancing charger, 0.5-3.0A (included)
Experience Level: Beginner
Recommended Environment: Outdoor
Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour
Is Assembly Required: Yes





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