E-Flite Apprentice STS 15e RTF RC Plane, Mode 1

Overview

Features

• Based on one of the best platforms ever designed for learning to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes—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 ideal choice for new pilots when learning to fly with an instructor at an RC flying field
• Exclusive SAFE® technology from Horizon Hobby makes it easy to learn to fly
• Easily upgrade to SAFE Plus GPS-enabled technology to add AutoLand, Virtual Fence and Holding Pattern features
• Optional and easy to install Landing Assist Sensor (LAS) available for smoother landings
• Includes everything you need to fly in one box—nothing extra to buy or provide
• Spektrum DXe transmitter with industry-leading DSMX 2.4GHz technology
• Spektrum 3200mAh 3S 11.1V Smart LiPo battery delivers long flight times
• Spektrum S120 Smart charger works with a variety of USB power sources
• 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 required
• Durable EPO construction that's tough yet lightweight
• Optional floats available for flying from water
• Practice flying this aircraft in the RealFlight® simulator

• Product Information

  The perfect beginner RC plane

  E-flite have taken one of the most popular trainers in the world and made it ever SMARTER with the release of the apprentice STS 1.5M. The Apprentice’s docile and stable flight characteristics coupled with its large 1.5m wingspan make this not only an easy plane to fly but also easy to see and orientate in the sky. The included SAFE technology gives you Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced flight modes to help you progress through the learning process and as you get better you can take more control of the model without the need for an instructor. Additionally, the Apprentice STS 1.5m has all-new Spektrum Smart Components including a smart LiPo battery and USB charger making it easy to charge in many locations. The New Apprentice STS 1.5M also has the ability to be upgraded to the SAFE plus GPS enabled system, this offers features such as Autoland and virtual fence with an option to install the all-new landing assist sensor, this sensor automatically “flares” the model to make landing safer and easier than ever before.

  

  Includes everything you need to get flying

  The Ready to fly version (RTF) of the Apprentice STS 1.5M has everything you need to go flying included in the box. The Spektrum DXE radio system controls the model with precision, whilst the 3s 3200mAh Spektrum smart LiPo delivers long flight times so you can spend more time learning how to fly and less time on the ground! The charging is taken care of bu the Spektrum S120 USB-C smart charger and can be powered from a variety of USB power sources. With the RTF version, you don’t need to purchase any additional item at all! Just build the model, charge the batteries and go flying!

  Once you’ve learned how to fly and moved into the advanced control mode you will find out that the E-flite Apprentice STS 1.5m is a very capable aerobatic model in its own right. Loops, rolls, stall turns and inverted flight are all possible with this model! You can even chuck on some floats for water flying if you like! There’s a reason that the Apprentice has become so popular as a training aircraft, it’s just so easy to fly! With docile tendencies and a fantastic flight envelope, this model will help you learn to fly!

  

  Progressive flight modes

  Beginner Mode:

  In this flight mode, the model has bank and pitch limits to prevent the pilots from over controlling the model and getting into trouble. When you let go of the sticks the model will return to level flight, allowing you to regain composure and go again.

  Intermediate Mode:

  The bank and pitch limits are turned down in this mode, giving you more freedom but still limiting the ability to over control the model, the model will not return to level flight on its own, allowing tighter turns and more general manoeuvrability

  Advanced Mode:

  In this mode it’s all on you! There are no bank or pitch limits and you can do any aerobatic manoeuvres that you like, Panic recovers and still be activated by switching back into beginner mode and releasing the sticks.

  Panic Recovery:

  If you lose control of the model in Intermediate or Advanced mode just simply return the switch to beginner mode and release the sticks. SAFE technology will take over and return the model to straight and level flight.

  Optional SAFE Plus GPS Technology

  With a simple installation of the optional Spektrum GPS Module (sold separately), you can take the flight assistance to the next level. With features like Autoland helping to land the model automatically from the GPS initialization point. The holding pattern feature allows you to essentially pause your flight and place the aircraft into a GPS guided pattern until you feel like taking over again and continuing on flying. Finally, the virtual fence system keeps the model from ever being able to fly too far away and puts up a virtual block than when the model hits this point it turns around and comes back.

   

  Specs

  Control Throw - High (Ailerons)

  0.91" (23mm)

  Minimum Speed Control

  Smart 30A Brushless (installed)

  Servos

  Four standard, two micro

  Control Throw - Low (Rudder)

  1.10" (28mm)

  Flying Weight

  251-2000g, 49oz (1390g)

  Landing Gear

  Prebent wire, tricycle configuration

  Approximate Flight Time

  5 minutes

  Control Throw - Low (Elevator)

  0.71" (18mm)

  Wing Area

  515 sq in (33.2 sq dm)

  Control Throw - High (Rudder)

  1.35" (35mm)

  Completion Level

  Ready-To-Fly

  Length

  42.5" (1080mm)

  Transmitter Range

  Full

  CG (Center of Gravity)

  3.125" (79mm) from leading edge of wing measured at the fuselage

  Control Throw - Low (Ailerons)

  0.71" (18mm)

  Wingspan

  59" (1500mm)

  Charger

  Spektrum S120 USB-C Smart Charger

  Control Throw - High (Elevator)

  0.91" (23mm)

  Recommended Motor Battery

  Smart 11.1V 3S 3200mAh LiPo w/IC3 connector included

  Airfoil Shape

  Flat bottom

  Approximate Assembly Time

  No assembly required

  Minimum Required Radio

  Spektrum DXe DSMX 2.4GHz included

  Motor Size

  840kv