E-Flite Apprentice STS BNF Basic with SAFE 1.5m

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Introduction
The E-flite® Apprentice® STS 1.5m is based on among the absolute best platforms ever designed for finding out to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes—the legendary Apprentice S 15e. That design's plus size made it an ideal choice for better visibility and the ability to manage more wind while finding out to fly at an RC club flying field, and its inherently stable design plus exclusive SAFE® (Sensor Helped Flight Envelope) innovation made it easy to fly effectively—especially with the help of an instructor. The Apprentice STS 1.5m is a modern-day evolution of the world's favorite club trainer that consists of all the very same excellent functions while adding Smart components consisting of an ESC, battery and battery charger (battery and battery charger offered separately for the BNF® Fundamental version), along with the alternative to include SAFE Plus® GPS-enabled innovation and the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS), to make finding out to fly much easier—and more fun—than ever before!





Features

Based on among the finest platforms ever designed for finding out to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes—the Apprentice S 15e

Perfect for novice pilots, experienced pilots that teach others to fly and club training programs

Official Trainer of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and lots of clubs worldwide

The perfect choice for brand-new pilots when finding out to fly with an instructor at an RC flying field

Exclusive SAFE® innovation from Horizon Pastime makes it easy to find out to fly

Easily upgrade to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled innovation to include AutoLand, Virtual Fence and Holding Pattern includes

Optional and easy to install Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) offered for smoother landings

Factory-installed servos, Spektrum flight controller and serial receiver

Powerful and efficient brushless power system consisting of a Smart ESC

Wide-stance tricycle landing equipment with steerable nose wheel

Quick and easy assembly—no glue or unique tools required

Long lasting EPO construction that is difficult yet lightweight

Optional floats offered for flying from water

Practice flying this airplane in the RealFlight® simulator





Overview
E-flite® took the world's favorite club trainer and made it SMARTER with the Apprentice® STS 1.5m. Based on among the absolute best platforms ever designed for finding out to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes, its plus size and 1.5 meter (59.0 inch) wingspan offers better visibility and the ability to manage more wind while finding out to fly at an RC club flying field. Its inherently stable design plus SAFE® (Sensor Helped Flight Envelope) innovation including Newbie, Intermediate and Skilled flight modes makes it easy to fly effectively, especially with the help of an instructor. The addition of exclusive Spektrum™ Smart components consisting of a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and battery charger make it easier to charge effectively and securely (battery and battery charger offered separately for the BNF® Fundamental version). And most importantly it now has the alternative to upgrade to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled innovation that offers functions such as AutoLand and Virtual Fence, plus the alternative to install the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) that immediately "flares" for smoother landings, to make finding out to fly—and to land securely—much easier than ever!
The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version consists of everything needed to fly in one box, and is the ideal choice if you're a new RC pilot. From the Spektrum DXe 2.4GHz transmitter you can utilize with other Bind-N-Fly® (BNF) and BNF Fundamental airplane after you find out to fly the Apprentice STS, to the THREE 3200mAh Smart LiPo battery that provides long flight times and the hassle-free S120 USB-C Smart battery charger that can be used with a variety of USB power sources, there's nothing extra you require to buy or offer! A BNF Fundamental version is likewise offered for experienced pilots and clubs that want to utilize their favorite Spektrum transmitter along with batteries and chargers they may already own. And for both variations, the effective and efficient brushless power system consisting of a Smart ESC, plus the flight controller, receiver and servos, are all factory-installed in the durable EPO airframe that puts together quickly and easily without the requirement for glue or unique tools.
And the fun doesn't stop after you find out how to fly! In the Skilled Mode, the Apprentice STS 1.5m can performing aerobatic maneuvers consisting of loops, rolls, inverted (upside down) flight and more. You can even install the optional floats to remove from and arrive at water.
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is the smartest and finest club trainer ever, and that makes it ideal for novice pilots, experienced pilots that teach others to fly, and for club training programs alike. That's why it's the Official Trainer of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and the very best choice for brand-new pilots seeking a bigger trainer that makes it much easier to progress into advanced RC airplanes!





Needed to Complete

Full-Range 6+ Channel Spektrum™ DSMX®/DSM2® Compatible 2.4GHz Transmitter

3200mAh THREE 11.1V LiPo Battery with EC3™ or IC3™ Connector

THREE 11.1V LiPo Compatible Charger

What remains in package?

(1) E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m with:

(1) Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)

(1) Smart 30A Brushless ESC (installed)

(2) 13-gram Digital and (4) 37-gram Servos (installed)

(1) Spektrum 3230 Flight Controller (installed)

(1) Spektrum 4650 Serial Receiver (installed)

(1) Item Handbook









Optional Landing Assist Sensor for Smoother Landings
The brand new Spektrum Landing Assist Sensor (LAS) is easy to install and provides automatic "flare" control to help inexperienced pilots "grease" landings by decreasing or totally removing bouncing (works finest when flying over/landing in lawn).
 



Smart Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is geared up with an unique Smart ESC that can offer a variety of real-time power system related telemetry information consisting of motor RPM, present, battery voltage and more to suitable Spektrum AirWare™ equipped transmitters (consisting of the DX6e and 8e, DX6 and 8 G2, the DX9, iX12 and others) while you fly.
 







Durable Design
Construction with innovative EPO product provides a light-weight yet durable airframe that is difficult enough to manage everyday flying punishment without getting bent out of shape. The wing connects to the fuselage with elastic band so it can twist or "pop" free in the event of a hard landing or crash to lessen damage. And in the unfortunate occasion you harm any airframe parts or components and can't fix them, a full line of replacement parts is readily available.
 



Easy Assembly
The Apprentice STS 1.5m shows up primarily factory-assembled with the power system, flight controller, receiver and servos installed. All you require to do is end up some fast and easy final assembly, without the use of glue or unique tools, and you'll be prepared to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery!
 







Capable Gear
The wide-stance tricycle landing equipment with a steerable nose wheel offers enhanced ground handling for much easier remove and landings on a variety of surface areas from paved runways to lawn and even dirt.
 



Optional Floats
Turn the Apprentice STS 1.5m into a float airplane with the optional float set (EFLA550; offered separately). Setup takes just a couple of minutes and all the essential hardware is included with the airplane and float set.
 






 

Find out to Fly Effectively with SAFE® Technology
If this is your first RC airplane, Horizon Hobby-exclusive SAFE (Sensor Helped Flight Envelope) innovation avoids over-control and crashing while likewise providing several flight modes to provide more control and abilities as your abilities development:

Newbie Mode

In this flight mode, the airplane has pitch and bank angle limitations to prevent over-control that can lead to a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are released, the airplane immediately goes back to level flight on its own permitting you to unwind and enjoy just 'guiding' the airplane through the sky. This flight mode likewise makes it much easier to remove and land.


 

Intermediate Mode

This flight mode enables more flexibility in pitch and bank, however still avoids significant over-control and the airplane does not go back to level flight on its own. This enables you to make tighter turns and to climb and descend quicker as your abilities advance. Also, Newbie Mode immediately triggers and returns the airplane to level flight when it comes down below around 30 feet above ground level and the control sticks are released.


 

Skilled Mode

In Skilled Mode there are no pitch or bank angle limitations so you have total control! You can even fly inverted (upside down) and perform aerobatic maneuvers consisting of loops, rolls, stall turns and more. Panic Healing can be triggered by switching to Newbie Mode and launching the control sticks.


 

 

Panic Healing

If you lose control of the airplane in the Intermediate or Skilled flight modes, merely switch to Newbie Mode and release the control sticks. SAFE innovation will immediately return the airplane to level flight.



 


 

Easily Update to SAFE® Plus GPS-Enabled Technology
With fast and easy installation of the optional Spektrum GPS Module you can include next-level autonomous guidance functions that make it even much easier to find out to fly. With SAFE Plus added you get:

AutoLand

Activated by merely holding down a button, the innovative AutoLand function puts the airplane on a stabilized approach to arrive at its own near the GPS initialization point. You can even offer some directional guidance to avoid barriers or to change the approach while letting the system do the rest to execute a safe landing. As your abilities development and you get more self-confidence you can take over more of the control inputs, eventually finding out to land without any assistance from the automatic system at all.


 

Holding Pattern

This really valuable SAFE Plus-exclusive feature basically enables you to "stop briefly" the flight by putting the airplane into a GPS-guided holding pattern. When triggered with the fast press of a button, the airplane will immediately go back to a position above the GPS initialization point and circle up until the command is cancelled with another fast press of the button. It's a terrific method to securely hand the controls off to a pal or to regain visual contact if you ever forget the design.


 

Virtual Fence

It's easy to unintentionally let an RC airplane fly too far away, however with Virtual Fence, fret no more. It creates an unnoticeable limit the airplane won't fly past. When the airplane reaches this limit, it will immediately turn around and fly back towards the GPS initialization point. Then it will "wag" the wings to let you understand when you have control again.






 





Specifications

Airfoil Forming: Flat bottom

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

Approximate Flight Time: 5 minutes

CG (Center of Gravity): 3.125" (79mm) from leading edge of wing determined at the fuselage

Charger: Sold separately

Conclusion Level: Ready-To-Fly

Control Throw - High (Ailerons): 0.91" (23mm)

Control Throw - High (Elevator): 0.91" (23mm)

Control Throw - High (Rudder): 1.35" (35mm)

Control Throw - Low (Ailerons): 0.71" (18mm)

Control Throw - Low (Elevator): 0.71" (18mm)

Control Throw - Low (Rudder): 1.10" (28mm)

Flying Weight: 251-2000g, 49oz (1390g)

Landing Equipment: Prebent wire, tricycle configuration

Length: 42.5" (1080mm)

Minimum Required Radio: Spektrum DXe DSMX 2.4GHz (offered separately)

Minimum Speed Control: Smart 30A Brushless (installed)

Motor Size: 840kV

Recommended Motor Battery: Smart 11.1V THREE 3200mAh LiPo w/IC3 adapter (offered separately)

Servos: 4 requirement, two micro

Transmitter Range: Full

Wing Location: 515 sq in (33.2 sq dm)

Wingspan: 59" (1500mm)