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 learning to fly radio managed (RC) airplanes—the legendary Apprentice S 15e. That model's large size made it an ideal choice for much better presence and the ability to manage more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field, and its inherently steady style plus special SAFE® (Sensing Unit Assisted Flight Envelope) technology made it simple to fly successfully—especially with the aid of an instructor. The Apprentice STS 1.5m is a modern-day evolution of the world's favorite club trainer that includes all the same terrific features while adding Smart parts including an ESC, battery and battery charger (battery and battery charger sold separately for the BNF® Standard version), together with the alternative to include SAFE Plus® GPS-enabled technology and the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS), to make learning to fly simpler—and more fun—than ever before!





Features

Based upon among the finest platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio managed (RC) airplanes—the Apprentice S 15e

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

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

The ideal choice for new pilots when learning to fly with an instructor at an RC flying field

Special SAFE® technology from Horizon Pastime makes it simple to discover to fly

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

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

Factory-installed servos, Spektrum flight controller and serial receiver

Effective and effective brushless power system including 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 light-weight

Optional drifts 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 upon among the absolute best platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio managed (RC) airplanes, its large size and 1.5 meter (59.0 inch) wingspan provides much better presence and the ability to manage more wind while learning to fly at an RC club flying field. Its inherently steady style plus SAFE® (Sensing Unit Assisted Flight Envelope) technology featuring Newbie, Intermediate and Skilled flight modes makes it simple to fly successfully, especially with the aid of an instructor. The addition of special Spektrum™ Smart parts including a lithium polymer (LiPo) battery and battery charger make it more convenient to charge appropriately and securely (battery and battery charger sold separately for the BNF® Standard version). And best of all it now has the alternative to upgrade to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled technology that provides features such as AutoLand and Virtual Fence, plus the alternative to install the brand new Landing Assist Sensing unit (LAS) that instantly "flares" for smoother landings, to make learning to fly—and to land securely—simpler than ever!
The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes whatever needed 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 utilize with other Bind-N-Fly® (BNF) and BNF Standard airplane after you discover to fly the Apprentice STS, to the 3S 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 source of power, there's nothing extra you require to buy or offer! A BNF Standard version is also offered for knowledgeable pilots and clubs that wish to utilize their favorite Spektrum transmitter together with batteries and battery chargers they might already own. And for both variations, the effective and effective brushless power system including a Smart ESC, plus the flight controller, receiver and servos, are all factory-installed in the durable EPO airframe that assembles rapidly and easily without the requirement for glue or unique tools.
And the fun doesn't stop after you discover how to fly! In the Skilled Mode, the Apprentice STS 1.5m can carrying out aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, inverted (upside down) flight and more. You can even install the optional drifts to remove from and arrive at water.
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is the smartest and finest club trainer ever, which makes it best for newbie 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 choice for new pilots looking for a bigger trainer that makes it simpler to progress into advanced RC airplanes!





Needed to Complete

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

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

3S 11.1V LiPo Compatible Charger

What's in the Box?

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

(1) Brushless Outrunner Motor (set up)

(1) Smart 30A Brushless ESC (set up)

(2) 13-gram Digital and (4) 37-gram Servos (set up)

(1) Spektrum 3230 Flight Controller (set up)

(1) Spektrum 4650 Serial Receiver (set up)

(1) Product 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 help unskilled pilots "grease" landings by minimizing or completely eliminating bouncing (works finest when flying over/landing in yard).
 



Smart Electronic Speed Control (ESC)
The Apprentice STS 1.5m is equipped with a special Smart ESC that can offer a variety of real-time power system associated telemetry data including motor RPM, current, 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 with innovative EPO material provides a light-weight yet durable airframe that's tough 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" totally free in the event of a tough landing or crash to decrease damage. And in the regrettable occasion you harm any airframe parts or parts and can't fix them, a complete line of replacement parts is readily offered.
 



Easy Assembly
The Apprentice STS 1.5m gets here primarily factory-assembled with the power system, flight controller, receiver and servos set up. All you require to do is end up some fast and simple last assembly, without making use of glue or unique tools, and you'll be ready 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 provides improved ground dealing with for simpler take offs and landings on a wide variety 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; sold separately). Setup takes just a few minutes and all the essential hardware is included with the airplane and float set.
 






 

Discover to Fly Effectively with SAFE® Technology
If this is your very first RC airplane, Horizon Hobby-exclusive SAFE (Sensing Unit Assisted Flight Envelope) technology avoids over-control and crashing while also offering several flight modes to provide more control and abilities as your skills development:

Newbie Mode

In this flight mode, the airplane has pitch and bank angle limits to prevent over-control that can result in a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are launched, the airplane instantly goes back to level flight by itself allowing you to unwind and enjoy just 'steering' the airplane through the sky. This flight mode also makes it simpler to remove and land.


 

Intermediate Mode

This flight mode allows more liberty in pitch and bank, however still avoids substantial over-control and the airplane does not return to level flight by itself. This allows you to make tighter turns and to climb up and come down quicker as your skills advance. Likewise, Newbie Mode instantly triggers and returns the airplane to level flight when it descends below around 30 feet above ground level and the control sticks are launched.


 

Skilled Mode

In Skilled Mode there are no pitch or bank angle limits so you have total control! You can even fly inverted (upside down) and carry out aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, stall turns and more. Panic Recovery can be activated by switching to Newbie Mode and releasing the control sticks.


 

 

Panic Recovery

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



 


 

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

AutoLand

Triggered by simply 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 assistance to avoid challenges or to adjust the approach while letting the system do the rest to carry out a safe landing. As your skills development and you gain more self-confidence you can take over more of the control inputs, ultimately learning to land with no support from the automatic system at all.


 

Holding Pattern

This really handy SAFE Plus-exclusive function essentially allows you to "pause" 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 return 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 fantastic way to securely hand the controls off to a good friend or to gain back visual contact if you ever forget the model.


 

Virtual Fence

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






 





Specs

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

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 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 (set up)

Motor Size: 840kV

Recommended Motor Battery: Smart 11.1V 3S 3200mAh LiPo w/IC3 connector (sold separately)

Servos: Four standard, 2 micro

Transmitter Range: Complete

Wing Area: 515 sq in (33.2 sq dm)

Wingspan: 59" (1500mm)