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 one of the absolute best platforms ever designed for finding out to fly radio managed (RC) planes—the legendary Apprentice S 15e. That model's large size made it a perfect option for much better exposure and the ability to deal with more wind while finding out to fly at an RC club flying field, and its naturally steady design plus special SAFE® (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) technology made it simple to fly effectively—particularly with the help of an instructor. The Apprentice STS 1.5m is a modern-day evolution of the world's favorite club fitness instructor that consists of all the exact same terrific features while adding Smart elements consisting of an ESC, battery and battery charger (battery and battery charger offered separately for the BNF® Standard variation), in addition to the alternative to include SAFE Plus® GPS-enabled technology and the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS), to make finding out to fly simpler—and more enjoyable—than ever before!





Features

Based upon one of the best platforms ever designed 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 ideal option for new pilots when finding out to fly with an instructor at an RC flying field

Exclusive SAFE® technology from Horizon Pastime makes it simple to learn to fly

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

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

Factory-installed servos, Spektrum flight controller and serial receiver

Effective 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 building and construction that's tough 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 fitness instructor and made it SMARTER with the Apprentice® STS 1.5m. Based upon one of the absolute best platforms ever designed 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 deal with more wind while finding out to fly at an RC club flying field. Its naturally steady design plus SAFE® (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) technology including Newbie, Intermediate and Experienced flight modes makes it simple to fly effectively, particularly with the help of an instructor. The addition of special Spektrum™ Smart elements consisting of a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and battery charger make it easier to charge correctly and safely (battery and battery charger offered separately for the BNF® Standard variation). And best of all it now has the alternative to upgrade to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled technology that offers features such as AutoLand and Virtual Fence, plus the alternative to set up the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) that immediately "flares" for smoother landings, to make finding out to fly—and to land safely—simpler than ever!
The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) variation consists of whatever required to fly in one box, and is the ideal option 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 Standard airplane after you learn to fly the Apprentice STS, to the THREE 3200mAh Smart LiPo battery that provides long flight times and the practical S120 USB-C Smart battery charger that can be used with a range of USB source of power, there's nothing extra you need to buy or supply! A BNF Standard variation is also offered for knowledgeable pilots and clubs that wish to utilize their favorite Spektrum transmitter in addition to batteries and chargers they might currently own. And for both versions, the powerful 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 quickly without the need for glue or unique tools.
And the enjoyable doesn't stop after you learn how to fly! In the Experienced Mode, the Apprentice STS 1.5m is capable of carrying out aerobatic maneuvers consisting of loops, rolls, inverted (upside down) flight and more. You can even set up the optional floats to take off from and land on water.
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is the smartest and best club fitness instructor 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 very best option for new pilots looking for a larger fitness instructor that makes it simpler to advance into more advanced RC airplanes!





Needed to Total

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

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

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 Sensing Unit (LAS) is simple to set up and supplies automated "flare" control to help inexperienced pilots "grease" landings by reducing or entirely getting rid of bouncing (works best 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 supply a range of real-time power system related telemetry data consisting of motor RPM, existing, 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 material provides a lightweight yet durable airframe that's tough enough to deal with 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 difficult landing or crash to decrease damage. And in the unfortunate occasion you harm any airframe parts or elements and can't repair them, a complete line of replacement parts is readily available.
 



Easy Assembly
The Apprentice STS 1.5m arrives mostly factory-assembled with the power system, flight controller, receiver and servos installed. All you need to do is end up some quick and simple final assembly, without using glue or unique tools, and you'll be all set to fly in less time than it requires to charge a battery!
 







Capable Gear
The wide-stance tricycle landing equipment with a steerable nose wheel offers enhanced ground managing for simpler remove and landings on a wide array of surfaces 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 simply a couple of minutes and all the required hardware is included with the aircraft and float set.
 






 

Discover to Fly Successfully with SAFE® Technology
If this is your very first RC aircraft, Horizon Hobby-exclusive SAFE (Sensing Unit Helped Flight Envelope) technology avoids over-control and crashing while also providing numerous flight modes to provide more control and capabilities as your skills progress:

Newbie Mode

In this flight mode, the aircraft has pitch and bank angle limitations to avoid over-control that can lead to a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are released, the aircraft immediately goes back to level flight on its own allowing you to relax and delight in simply 'steering' the aircraft through the sky. This flight mode also makes it simpler to take off and land.


 

Intermediate Mode

This flight mode enables more freedom in pitch and bank, however still avoids considerable over-control and the aircraft does not go back to level flight on its own. This enables you to make tighter turns and to climb and come down faster as your skills advance. Likewise, Newbie Mode immediately triggers and returns the aircraft to level flight when it descends below roughly 30 feet above ground level and the control sticks are released.


 

Experienced Mode

In Experienced 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 activated by changing to Newbie Mode and releasing the control sticks.


 

 

Panic Healing

If you lose control of the aircraft in the Intermediate or Experienced flight modes, just change to Newbie Mode and release the control sticks. SAFE technology will immediately return the aircraft to level flight.



 


 

Easily Upgrade to SAFE® Plus GPS-Enabled Technology
With quick and simple setup of the optional Spektrum GPS Module you can include next-level autonomous assistance features that make it even simpler to learn to fly. With SAFE Plus added you get:

AutoLand

Activated by just holding down a button, the innovative AutoLand function puts the aircraft on a supported approach to land on its own near the GPS initialization point. You can even supply some directional assistance to prevent barriers or to change the approach while letting the system do the rest to carry out a safe landing. As your skills progress and you gain more confidence you can take over more of the control inputs, eventually finding out to land without any help from the automated system at all.


 

Holding Pattern

This really practical SAFE Plus-exclusive function basically enables you to "pause" the flight by putting the aircraft into a GPS-guided holding pattern. When activated with the quick press of a button, the aircraft will immediately go back to a position above the GPS initialization point and circle up until the command is cancelled with another quick press of the button. It's an excellent way to safely hand the controls off to a friend or to gain back visual contact if you ever forget the model.


 

Virtual Fence

It's simple to unintentionally let an RC aircraft fly too far, however with Virtual Fence, worry no more. It develops an invisible limit the aircraft will not fly past. When the aircraft reaches this limit, it will immediately reverse and fly back towards the GPS initialization point. Then it will "wag" the wings to let you know 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

Charger: Sold 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 Equipment: Prebent wire, tricycle setup

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: Four standard, two micro

Transmitter Range: Full

Wing Location: 515 sq in (33.2 sq dm)

Wingspan: 59" (1500mm)