E-Flite Apprentice STS BNF Basic with SAFE 1.5m

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Introduction
The E-flite® Apprentice® STS 1.5m is based upon among the very best platforms ever developed for finding out to fly radio managed (RC) planes—the legendary Apprentice S 15e. That model's large size made it an ideal choice for much better exposure and the ability to handle more wind while finding out 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 effectively—particularly with the assistance of a trainer. The Apprentice STS 1.5m is a modern-day evolution of the world's favorite club trainer that includes all the same excellent features while adding Smart elements including an ESC, battery and charger (battery and charger sold separately for the BNF® Fundamental version), along with the choice to include SAFE Plus® GPS-enabled innovation and the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS), to make finding out to fly simpler—and more enjoyable—than ever before!





Features

Based on among the best platforms ever developed for finding out to fly radio managed (RC) planes—the Apprentice S 15e

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

Official Fitness Instructor of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and numerous clubs worldwide

The perfect choice for new pilots when finding out to fly with a trainer at an RC flying field

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

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

Optional and simple to set up Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) offered for smoother landings

Factory-installed servos, Spektrum flight controller and serial receiver

Powerful and efficient brushless power system including a Smart ESC

Wide-stance tricycle landing gear with steerable nose wheel

Quick and easy assembly—no glue or special tools needed

Durable EPO building and construction that is difficult yet light-weight

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 very best platforms ever developed for finding out to fly radio managed (RC) planes, its large size and 1.5 meter (59.0 inch) wingspan offers much better exposure and the ability to handle more wind while finding out to fly at an RC club flying field. Its inherently stable style plus SAFE® (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) innovation featuring Beginner, Intermediate and Skilled flight modes makes it simple to fly effectively, particularly with the assistance of a trainer. The addition of special Spektrum™ Smart elements including a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and charger make it more convenient to charge properly and securely (battery and charger sold separately for the BNF® Fundamental version). And best of all it now has the choice to upgrade to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled innovation that offers features such as AutoLand and Virtual Fence, plus the choice to set up the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) that instantly "flares" for smoother landings, to make finding out to fly—and to land securely—simpler than ever!
The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything required 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 discover 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 charger that can be utilized with a range of USB source of power, there's nothing extra you require to buy or provide! A BNF Fundamental version is likewise offered for skilled pilots and clubs that wish to utilize their favorite Spektrum transmitter along with batteries and chargers they might currently own. And for both variations, the powerful and efficient brushless power system including a Smart ESC, plus the flight controller, receiver and servos, are all factory-installed in the resilient EPO airframe that assembles rapidly and easily without the requirement for glue or special tools.
And the enjoyable doesn't stop after you discover how to fly! In the Skilled Mode, the Apprentice STS 1.5m is capable of carrying out aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, inverted (upside down) flight and more. You can even set up the optional floats to take off from and arrive at water.
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is the most intelligent and best club trainer ever, which makes it ideal for first-time pilots, experienced pilots that teach others to fly, and for club training programs alike. That's why it's the Official Fitness Instructor of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and the best choice for new pilots looking for a bigger trainer that makes it simpler to progress into advanced RC airplanes!





Needed to Total

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

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

THREE 11.1V LiPo Compatible Battery Charger

What's 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 Sensing Unit (LAS) is simple to set up and provides automatic "flare" control to help unskilled pilots "grease" landings by lessening or entirely getting rid of bouncing (works best when flying over/landing in grass).
 



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







Durable Design
Building and construction with sophisticated EPO material provides a light-weight yet resilient airframe that is difficult enough to handle everyday flying penalty without getting bent out of shape. The wing connects to the fuselage with elastic band so it can twist or "pop" complimentary in the event of a tough landing or crash to minimize damage. And in the regrettable occasion you harm any airframe parts or elements and can't fix them, a full line of replacement parts is easily offered.
 



Easy Assembly
The Apprentice STS 1.5m shows up mainly 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 using 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 offers enhanced ground managing for simpler remove and landings on a variety of surfaces from paved runways to grass and even dirt.
 



Optional Floats
Turn the Apprentice STS 1.5m into a float aircraft with the optional float set (EFLA550; sold separately). Installation takes just a few minutes and all the necessary hardware is included with the aircraft and float set.
 






 

Find out to Fly Successfully with SAFE® Innovation
If this is your very first RC aircraft, Horizon Hobby-exclusive SAFE (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) innovation prevents over-control and crashing while likewise offering multiple flight modes to provide more control and abilities as your abilities development:

Beginner Mode

In this flight mode, the aircraft has pitch and bank angle limitations to prevent over-control that can result in a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are released, the aircraft instantly goes back to level flight on its own allowing you to unwind and take pleasure in just 'guiding' the aircraft through the sky. This flight mode likewise makes it simpler to take off and land.


 

Intermediate Mode

This flight mode permits more freedom in pitch and bank, however still prevents considerable over-control and the aircraft does not go back to level flight on its own. This permits you to make tighter turns and to climb up and descend much faster as your abilities advance. Also, Beginner Mode instantly triggers and returns the aircraft to level flight when it comes down listed below roughly 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 including loops, rolls, stall turns and more. Panic Recovery can be triggered by switching to Beginner Mode and releasing the control sticks.


 

 

Panic Recovery

If you lose control of the aircraft in the Intermediate or Skilled flight modes, merely change to Beginner Mode and launch the control sticks. SAFE innovation will instantly return the aircraft to level flight.



 


 

Easily Update to SAFE® Plus GPS-Enabled Innovation
With fast and simple installation of the optional Spektrum GPS Module you can include next-level self-governing guidance features that make it even simpler to discover to fly. With SAFE Plus added you get:

AutoLand

Triggered by merely holding down a button, the sophisticated AutoLand function puts the aircraft on a supported technique to arrive at its own near the GPS initialization point. You can even provide some directional guidance to avoid barriers 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 confidence you can take over more of the control inputs, ultimately finding out to land with no support from the automatic system at all.


 

Holding Pattern

This very useful SAFE Plus-exclusive function basically permits you to "stop briefly" the flight by putting the aircraft into a GPS-guided holding pattern. When triggered with the fast press of a button, the aircraft will instantly go back to a position above the GPS initialization point and circle till the command is cancelled with another fast press of the button. It's a terrific way to securely hand the controls off to a good friend or to restore visual contact if you ever lose sight of the model.


 

Virtual Fence

It's simple to unintentionally let an RC aircraft fly too far away, however with Virtual Fence, worry no more. It creates an unnoticeable limit the aircraft will not fly past. When the aircraft reaches this limit, it will instantly reverse and fly back towards the GPS initialization point. Then it will "wag" the wings to let you understand when you have control once 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 determined at the fuselage

Battery charger: Offered separately

Completion 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 (sold separately)

Minimum Speed Control: Smart 30A Brushless (installed)

Motor Size: 840kV

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

Servos: 4 standard, two micro

Transmitter Variety: Complete

Wing Location: 515 sq in (33.2 sq dm)

Wingspan: 59" (1500mm)