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 very best platforms ever created for learning to fly radio managed (RC) aircrafts—the famous Apprentice S 15e. That model's large size made it an ideal choice for better presence and the capability to handle more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field, and its inherently stable style plus special SAFE® (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) innovation made it simple to fly successfully—particularly with the aid of a trainer. The Apprentice STS 1.5m is a modern-day advancement of the world's preferred club trainer that includes all the exact same terrific functions while including Smart components consisting of an ESC, battery and charger (battery and charger offered independently for the BNF® Fundamental version), in addition to the option to include SAFE Plus® GPS-enabled innovation and the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS), to make learning to fly much easier—and more enjoyable—than ever before!





Features

Based upon among the best platforms ever created for learning to fly radio managed (RC) aircrafts—the Apprentice S 15e

Perfect for first-time pilots, experienced pilots that teach others to fly and club training programs

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

The perfect choice for brand-new pilots when learning to fly with a trainer at an RC flying field

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

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

Optional and simple to install Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) available for smoother landings

Factory-installed servos, Spektrum flight controller and serial receiver

Powerful and effective brushless power system consisting of a Smart ESC

Wide-stance tricycle landing gear with steerable nose wheel

Quick and easy assembly—no glue or special tools required

Durable EPO building that is difficult yet lightweight

Optional floats available for flying from water

Practice flying this aircraft in the RealFlight® simulator





Overview
E-flite® took the world's preferred club trainer and made it SMARTER with the Apprentice® STS 1.5m. Based upon among the very best platforms ever created for learning to fly radio managed (RC) aircrafts, its large size and 1.5 meter (59.0 inch) wingspan uses better presence and the capability to handle more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field. Its inherently stable style plus SAFE® (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) innovation including Newbie, Intermediate and Knowledgeable flight modes makes it simple to fly successfully, particularly with the aid of a trainer. The addition of special Spektrum™ Smart components consisting of a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and charger make it easier to charge appropriately and safely (battery and charger offered independently for the BNF® Fundamental version). And most importantly it now has the option to update to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled innovation that uses functions such as AutoLand and Virtual Fence, plus the option to install the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) that instantly "flares" for smoother landings, to make learning to fly—and to land safely—much easier than ever!
The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes whatever required to fly in one box, and is the best choice if you're a new RC pilot. From the Spektrum DXe 2.4GHz transmitter you can use with other Bind-N-Fly® (BNF) and BNF Fundamental aircraft after you find out to fly the Apprentice STS, to the 3S 3200mAh Smart LiPo battery that provides long flight times and the convenient S120 USB-C Smart charger that can be utilized with a range of USB power sources, there's absolutely nothing extra you require to purchase or supply! A BNF Fundamental version is also available for knowledgeable pilots and clubs that wish to use their preferred Spektrum transmitter in addition to batteries and chargers they might already own. And for both versions, the effective and effective 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 assembles quickly and easily without the requirement for glue or special tools.
And the enjoyable doesn't stop after you find out how to fly! In the Knowledgeable 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 on water.
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is the smartest and best club trainer ever, and that makes it best for first-time 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 best choice for brand-new pilots seeking a larger trainer that makes it much easier to progress into more advanced RC airplanes!





Needed to Total

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

3200mAh 3S 11.1V LiPo Battery with EC3™ or IC3™ Connector

3S 11.1V LiPo Compatible Charger

What remains in the Box?

(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 Sensing Unit (LAS) is simple to install and provides automatic "flare" control to assist unskilled pilots "grease" landings by reducing or entirely getting rid of bouncing (works best when flying over/landing in yard).
 



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







Durable Design
Building and construction with sophisticated EPO product provides a lightweight yet durable airframe that is difficult enough to handle everyday flying penalty without getting bent out of shape. The wing attaches to the fuselage with elastic band so it can twist or "pop" complimentary in case of a tough landing or crash to reduce damage. And in the regrettable occasion you damage any airframe parts or components and can't fix them, a complete line of replacement parts is easily offered.
 



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







Capable Gear
The wide-stance tricycle landing gear with a steerable nose wheel uses enhanced ground handling for much easier remove and landings on a wide array of surfaces from paved runways to yard and even dirt.
 



Optional Floats
Turn the Apprentice STS 1.5m into a float plane with the optional float set (EFLA550; offered independently). Installation takes simply a few minutes and all the required hardware is included with the airplane and float set.
 






 

Discover to Fly Effectively with SAFE® Innovation
If this is your first RC airplane, Horizon Hobby-exclusive SAFE (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) innovation prevents over-control and crashing while also providing several flight modes to deliver more control and abilities as your abilities development:

Newbie Mode

In this flight mode, the airplane has pitch and bank angle limits to avoid over-control that can lead to a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are released, the airplane instantly goes back to level flight on its own allowing you to unwind and take pleasure in simply 'steering' the airplane through the sky. This flight mode also makes it much easier to remove and land.


 

Intermediate Mode

This flight mode allows more freedom in pitch and bank, however still prevents considerable over-control and the airplane does not go back to level flight on its own. This allows you to make tighter turns and to climb and descend quicker as your abilities advance. Also, Newbie Mode instantly activates and returns the airplane to level flight when it comes down listed below roughly 30 feet above ground level and the control sticks are released.


 

Knowledgeable Mode

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


 

 

Panic Healing

If you lose control of the airplane in the Intermediate or Knowledgeable flight modes, just change to Newbie Mode and launch the control sticks. SAFE innovation will instantly return the airplane to level flight.



 


 

Easily Upgrade to SAFE® Plus GPS-Enabled Innovation
With fast and simple installation of the optional Spektrum GPS Module you can include next-level self-governing assistance functions that make it even much easier to find out to fly. With SAFE Plus added you get:

AutoLand

Triggered by just holding down a button, the sophisticated AutoLand function puts the airplane on a supported technique to arrive on its own near the GPS initialization point. You can even supply some directional assistance to prevent challenges or to change the technique while letting the system do the rest to perform a safe landing. As your abilities development and you get more self-confidence you can take control of more of the control inputs, ultimately learning to land with no support from the automated system at all.


 

Holding Pattern

This really practical SAFE Plus-exclusive feature basically allows you to "stop briefly" the flight by putting the airplane into a GPS-guided holding pattern. When activated with the fast press of a button, the airplane will instantly go back to a position above the GPS initialization point and circle until the command is cancelled with another fast press of the button. It's an excellent method to safely hand the controls off to a buddy or to regain visual contact if you ever lose sight of the model.


 

Virtual Fence

It's simple to mistakenly let an RC airplane fly too far away, however with Virtual Fence, stress no more. It produces an undetectable limit the airplane won't fly past. When the airplane reaches this limit, it will instantly turn around and fly back toward the GPS initialization point. Then it will "wag" the wings to let you understand when you have control again.






 





Requirements

Airfoil Forming: Flat bottom

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour

Approximate Flight Time: 5 minutes

CG (Center Of Mass): 3.125" (79mm) from leading edge of wing measured at the fuselage

Battery charger: Offered independently

Conclusion Level: Ready-To-Fly

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Landing Gear: Prebent wire, tricycle setup

Length: 42.5" (1080mm)

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

Minimum Speed Control: Smart 30A Brushless (installed)

Motor Size: 840kV

Recommended Motor Battery: Smart 11.1V 3S 3200mAh LiPo w/IC3 adapter (offered independently)

Servos: Four requirement, 2 micro

Transmitter Variety: Full

Wing Location: 515 sq in (33.2 sq dm)

Wingspan: 59" (1500mm)