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840Kv Brushless Outrunner (EFLM7215)

30-AmpProSwitch-ModeBECBrushless

ESC (V2) (EFLA1030B)

13 g Digital MicroServo (EFLR7155) and

37 g Standard Servo (EFLR7150)

Installed Installed

Installed Installed

Installed Installed

Apprentice S (SAFE RX) (EFLR310013) Installed Installed

3S3200mAhLi-Pobattery(EFLB32003S) Included Included

DC powered 2S–3S balancing fast charger (EFLC3010)

SpektrumDX5ewithbatteries(SPMR5510,

SPMR55101 (MD1))

Included Included

Included Neededto

Complete

Congratulations on choosing the E-flite® Apprentice® S 15e airplane.Within

your grasp is the most intelligent RC airplane ever offered by Horizon

Hobby.Based on the renowned original Apprentice model, at its heart is

groundbreaking SAFETM (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology that

makes learning to fly RC easier than ever and more fun for the experienced

pilot too.That’s because SAFE technology makes the complexity of model

aircraft spatial awareness possible so that you get the innovative benefit of

flight envelope protection, smooth flight performance and more.

Multiple levels of flight envelope protection allow you to reduce or remove

assistance features from the transmitter instantly so your skills can progress

morequickly.Inaddition,a“panic”featureisalwaysreadytoinstantlyreturn

your model to level flight if you ever loose orientation.

Patented Z-FoamTM construction of theApprentice S offers durability beyond

comparison.SpektrumTM DSMX®radio technology means that you get the

assurance of an interference-free 2.4GHz signal for industry-leading command.

Becausegreatcontrolismorefunwithpower,countontheinstalledE-flite

electronics and power system to deliver crisp response of your transmitter

commands, and the performance to make it more fun.

Allyouhavetodonextisreadandapplytheinformationpresentedinthis

instruction manual. Once you’ve learned the basics of RC flight, feel free to

enjoy this aircraft to learn more advanced maneuvers.Youcan also consider

flying from a lake or pond by installing the optional Apprentice S Float Set

(EFLA550), available separately.

To register your product online, visit www.e-fliterc.com

Charging the Flight Battery ............................................................4

Landing Gear Installation........................................................................ 5

Tail Installation...............................................................................5

Wing Installation ............................................................................6

Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology..............................7

Transmitter ........................................................................................ 9

Transmitter and Receiver Binding ................................................10

Flight Battery Installation,SAFE system/ESC Arming .........................11

LVC (Low Voltage Cutoff)...................................................................... 11

Control Horn and Servo Arm Settings ..................................................12

Center of Gravity (CG) Verification .......................................................... 12

Control Direction Test..........................................................................13

Flight Control ...............................................................................14

Flight Training.................................................................................. 15

Flight Trimming................................................................................ 16

Range Check ........................................................................................17

Flying Tips....................................................................................... 17

Takeoff............................................................................................. 18

Flying...........................................................................................19

Landing .......................................................................................19

Post Flight....................................................................................20

Service and Repairs .............................................................................20

Service of Power Components.....................................................21

Propeller Maintenance.................................................................21

Water Takeoff and Landing Using the Optional Float Set.....................22

Receiver Setup .....................................................................................22

Optional Transmitter Setup...........................................................23

Buddy Box Setup ..................................................................................23

AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code ...........................................24

Troubleshooting Guide for SAFE Technology......................................... 25

Troubleshooting Guide..........................................................................26

Limited Warranty............................................................................. 27

Contact Information .....................................................................28

FCC Information....................................................................................28

Compliance Information for the European Union ..........................28

Parts Contact Information ..........................................................107

Replacement Parts ....................................................................... 108

Optional Parts ..........................................................................................108

59.0 inches (1500mm)

49.0 oz

(1390 g)

515 in2

(33.2 dm2)

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TableofContents Specifications

Introduction

Box Contents

Includes

42.5 inches (1080m

m)
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Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology

Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology

SAFE technology is a revolutionary flight training system designed to

give you a stable platform for safely developing your flying skills. This is

not an autopilot or self-guiding robot. The sensors and software in this

systemhelpyouflytheaircraftwhereyouwanttogowhiledecreasingthe

risk of an out-of-control crash. You can progress through the Beginner,

Intermediate and Experienced flight modes as your skills increase, all with

the confidence of an optional Panic recovery mode.At any time during a

flightyoucanswitchbetweenthe3flightmodesorusePanicrecoveryto

getyouraircrafttoasafeflyingattitude.

SAFE Flight Modes

Panic Recovery

• Immediate recovery to a safe flying attitude

• Return all transmitter controls to neutral for the quickest recovery

• Thismodeisintendedtoprovidethepilotwiththeconfidenceto

continue to improve their flight skills

11. Pilot loses control of the aircraft 

inanyflightmode.

Beginner Mode

Pitch Roll

• Envelope limit: Pitch (nose up and down) and Roll (wing tips up and

down) angles are limited to help you keep the aircraft airborne

• Self-leveling: when the pitch and roll controls are returned to neutral,

theaircraftreturnstolevelflight

• Stability assisted takeoff and landing

• Throttle based climb and descent

22. Pilot pulls and holds the Panic

Recovery switch and returns all

other controls to their neutral

position. The aircraft will roll

wings level andpull out ofa

dive...

Intermediate Mode

Pitch Roll

33. ...oncetheaircraftisflying

• Natural Flight Experience: In normal training flight conditions, the pilot

experiences natural AS3X®flight for smooth handling and outstanding

precision

• Large Flight Envelope:The pilot is only prevented from entering extreme

flight conditions outside the training flight envelope

Experienced Mode

straight and level, the pilot

releases the Panic Recovery

switch and continues a gentle

climbto a safealtitude.

IMPORTANT: Aircraft will recover to a safer attitude even if sticks are held.

Some control input is still used with panic activated.

AS3X® technology

Horizon Hobby has always made RC sport, scale and unique aircraft with

the kind of performance experts appreciate. Now the exclusiveArtificial

Stability 3 axis (AS3X) system helps take performance expectations in

aircraft a quantum leap higher.Based on the successful use of MEMS

Pitch Roll sensor technology within theAS3X Stabilization System essential to Blade®

ultra micro flybarless helicopters, the specifically tunedAS3X System for 

airplanes helps invisibly correct for turbulence, torque and tip stalls when

• NaturalFlightExperience:ThepilotexperiencesnaturalAS3Xfl for

smoothhandling and outstanding precision

• UnlimitedFlightEnvelope:NolimitonPitchandRollangles(airframelimited)

encountered. Furthermore, the outstanding control agility delivers an ultra

smooth, locked-in feel that obeys your every command with performance

that’snaturalfeeling.It’sso gratifying,in fact,thatit’sas thoughyou’re

the RC pilot of an expertly tuned, giant-scale aircraft.AS3X will change the

way you’ll want to fly now andin the future.Tosee whatwe mean,go to

www.E-fliteRC.com/AS3X.

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Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope (SAFE) Technology

You control the help SAFETM technology provides while you learn to fly.

As yourflyingskills grow,decreaseSAFEtechnologyassistance.Change

aircraft response at any time by moving the Channel 5 (SAFEFlight mode)

switch on your transmitter.

IMPORTANT:These instructions are forthe includedDX5e transmitter

(orsimilartransmitters)witha3-positionswitchforChannel5.Ifyouflythis

aircraft with a Spektrum transmitter other than the included DX5e, refer to

OptionalTransmitterSetupandReceiverSetup.

Activating SAFE Technology

SAFE technology is not active until you advance the throttle past 25%.

Once the SAFE technology is active, the control surfaces may move on the

aircraft.This is normal.The SAFE technology will remain active until the ESC

isturnedoff.

Understanding Oscillation

In some flight conditions, you may see oscillation. If oscillation

occurs, decrease the airspeed. If oscillation still persists, refer to the

TroubleshootingGuide for more information.

Trainer/ Panic Switch

Channel 5 Switch 

(SAFE Flight Mode)

CAUTION: Flying in level forward flight and calm wind conditions

atfullthrottleinanymodeorlonghigh-speeddivesmayresultinstrong

oscillation that can damage the aircraft.

If there is oscillation in any mode, decrease throttle immediately. If

oscillation persists,refer to theTroubleshootingGuide.

CAUTION:Beginner,Intermediate,andPanicmodesareintended

for the training environment.Flying continuous high-G maneuvers (such

as loops) in Experienced mode for an extended period of time may lead to

inconsistent flight envelope and Panic mode behavior. If this occurs, land in

Experienced mode and power cycle the receiver before flying again.

Back Front

0 1 2

SAFE

Landing

SAFE

TakeOff

Panic Recovery Mode

Ifyougetintodistresswhileflyingin anymode,pullandholdtheTrainer

(Panic) Switch and move the control sticks to their neutral position. The

SAFEtechnologywillreturntheaircrafttoastableattitude,iftheaircraftis

atasufficientheightwithnoobstaclesinitspath.ReleasethePanicSwitch

toturnoffPanicmodeandreturnthecurrentSAFEflightmode.Ifyouget

intotroubleandneedtogobacktoBeginnermodeformaximumstability,

remember to fully move back the Channel 5 switch.

Launch and Landing Assistance

Take off and landings can be better managed by using the Beginner mode.

Ifthemodelislaunchedincorrectly,orislandingataless thanperfect

attitude, pull and hold the Panic Switch. The model can correct and help to

prevent a crash.

See the Take Off and Landing sections in this manual.

Failsafe

In theunlikelylossofradioconnection,failsafewillturntheaircraftina

descending circle to the ground, unless the radio connection is restored.

SAFE Technology makes this aircraft a better learning tool,

but you must set yourself up for success in flying:

• SAFE technology is designed as flight assistance, not an autopilot. The pilot

isalways in control andrequired to fly the aircraftatall times

• Follow the instructions provided in this manual to maintain your aircraft in

top flying condition

• Seekqualifi modelfl instruction through your local model fl club.A

qualifi fl instructor can propel your advancement in this hobby

• Wind and environment can affect SAFEtechnology flight performance

• Ensureyouhavenodistractionssoyoubenefi fromeverymomentoffl time

• Youmuststillfly theaircraftaway from obstaclesandatan altitudethatwill

allow for a safe recovery

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IMPORTANT: A level runway is required for takeoffs in Beginner mode due

to throttle climb assistance.

ON

SAFE Flight Modes Channel 5SwitchPosition

Beginner Mode Position0

Intermediate Mode Position1

Experienced Mode Position2

Back Front

OFF
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Installing the Transmitter Batteries

YourSpektrum DX5e comes preboundto

the aircraft.

Remove the battery cover, install the four included batteries

(noting proper polarity) and reinstall the

battery cover.

Low Battery Alarm

When the battery voltage drops below 4.7 volts, an alarm

sounds and the voltage LEDs flash.The batteries must be

replaced immediately. If this happens while flying, land

your aircraft as soon and as safely as possible.

CAUTION: If using rechargeable batteries, charge

onlyrechargeablebatteries.Chargingnon-rechargeable

batteries may cause the batteries to burst, resulting in

injury to persons and/or damage to property.

UnderstandingtheControls oftheTransmitter

B

C

Turn

the antenna tip

to pointaway fromthe

model and the ground.

Signals transmit strongest

perpendicular from the

antenna shaft, not C

thetip. J B

A

Mode 1

J

D

K

E

L

M

N

G O

H

I Mode 2

P

Q

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Transmitter

KEY

A Antenna

B Trainer/Bind/PanicSwitch

C (CH 5) SAFE Flight Mode

D LEDs

E Left Control Stick

F Trim button (for Up-down on stick)

G Trimbutton(forLeft-rightonstick)

H Power Switch (ON/OFF)

I Servo Reverse Switches

J Hi/LoRateSwitch

K RightControlStick

L Trim button (for Up-down on stick)

M Neck Strap Connection

N Trimbutton(forLeft-rightonstick)

O Handle

P TrainerPort

Q Battery Cover

F
 Binding Procedure Reference Table

1. Make sure the transmitter is powered off.

2. Make sure the transmitter controls are neutral, the

throttleandthrottletrimarein thelowposition,andthe

aircraft is immobile.

3. Installa bindplugin thereceiverbindport.

4. Connecttheflightbatteryintheaircraft,thenpoweron

the ESC switch.The receiver LED will begin to flash.

5. Pulland holdthetrainer switchon thetopofthe

transmitter while turning on the power switch.

6. Whenthereceiverbindstothetransmitter,thelighton

thereceiverwillturnsolidandtheESCwillproducea

series of three ascending tones.The tones will indicate

the ESC is armed, provided the throttle stick and throttle 

trimarelowenoughtotriggerarming.

7. Removethebindplugfromthebindport.

8. Safely store the bind plug (some owners attach the bind

plugtotheirtransmitterusingtwo-partloopsandclips).

The receiver should retain the binding instructions received from

the transmitter until another binding is done.

BIND PLUG

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Binding is the process of programming the control unit to recognize the GUID

(Globally Unique Identifier) code of a single specific transmitter.

Theaircraftshouldbeboundtothetransmitteratthefactory,butif youneed

tore-bindthem,followthesesteps.Ifyouraircraftdoesnotrespondtothe

transmitter when the batteries in the aircraft and transmitter are fully charged,

your aircraft and transmitter may need to be re-bound using the instructions

below.

Pleaserefertotheoptionalpartslistinthismanualorvisitwww.bindnfly.com

foralistofcompatibletransmitters.FortheBNFaircraft,youneedto‘bind’

your chosen SpektrumTM DSMX®technology equipped aircraft transmitter to

the receiver for proper operation.

Mode 2 Mode 1

Pulland holdthetrainer switchon thetopofthe

transmitter while turning on the power switch.

*Thethrottlewillnotarmifthetransmitter’sthrottlecontrol isnotputatthelowestposition.If youencounterproblems,followthebindinginstructionsandreferto

the transmitter troubleshooting guide for other instructions. If needed, contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.

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TransmitterandReceiverBinding

Explanationof DX5eTransmitterLEDs,Switches and Modes ServoReversingSwitches(I):

forthe Apprentice. These switches select the servo direction of each channel. Use your fingernail

Trainer/Bind/Panic Switch (B): This switch is used as both the trainer and or a small screwdriver to change the switch position if needed. Ensure each

bindswitchaswellasthePanicSwitchforyourApprenticeS.Forcomplete switch is set to normal (NOR) for correct function of the SAFE technology.

binding instructions, refer to the binding section below.When using the trainer Perform the Control Direction Test before flying.

function,connectthetrainercord(SPM6805)intothetrainerportinboththe Channel 5 Switch (C): master (instructor) and the slave (student) transmitters.The master transmitter This switch is used to select the SAFE Flight mode. For other conventional must be powered ON and bound to the receiver.The slave transmitter must be receivers,this switch controls a servo connected to the Channel 5/Gear port.

powered OFF.Any time you press and hold the trainer button on the master,

itwillgivecontrolauthoritytotheslave.Releasingthetrainerbuttonreturns LEDs (D) show: controltothemaster. Flashing with beeps Bind mode when Trainer (Bind) switch is held and the

IMPORTANT:The slave transmitter must always have the same settings as the transmitter is powered on (see Binding instructions).

master.See Flight Training section for setup of other Spektrum Transmitters. Flashing with an alarm sound LEDs progress from 1 green LED to 3 green

LEDs and 1 red LED (when transmitter battery voltage drops below 4.7 volts).

Hi/Lo Rate Switch (J ): Replace the batteries immediately. If this happens while flying, land your

This switch supports high and low rate functions on aileron, elevator and rudder aircraft as soon and as safely as possible.

channels.Intheupper,or“HI”position,servotravelis100%onthesechannels.

Inthelower,or“LO,”position,servotraveldecreasesto70%.Thisswitchlets

you quickly change control rates from high for aggressive maneuvers to low for

smooth, precise maneuvers.When learning to fl , use low rate.

Transmitter Continued
Elevator

Ailerons

Rudder

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Poweron thetransmitter.Makesurethethrottleisat0%andthatthrottle trim

isfullyloweredonthetransmitter.Poweronthemodel.Makesurethecontrol

surfaces (rudder, elevator and ailerons) are at neutral or 0 degrees. Ideally,

centering trim will center the surfaces. Refer to Control Centering instructions

to adjust control surfaces. Move the transmitter control sticks so the model’s

rudder, elevator and ailerons move as shown (illustrations show a view from

the rear of the aircraft). If your model does not respond correctly, DO NOT FLY!

See the Troubleshooting Guide in this manual for more information. If you need

more assistance, contact the appropriateHorizonProductSupport department.

Mode 2 is the most common control mode used worldwide.The mode of the

included transmitter cannot be changed between Modes 2 and 1.

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Mode 2 Mode 1

Control Direction Test

IMPORTANT:SAFEtechnology is not active until you advance the throttle 

past 25%.All trimming and control direction test should be done before SAFE

technology is activated.
TIP

Youcanreturnany trimsettingtoneutralbypushingthetrimbutton

until the beep signal sounds the middle position. Rising or descending

tones sound when a switch is being pushed.

Flying Field Choice

Alwayschooseawide-openspaceforflyingyouraircraft.Itisidealforyouto

fly at an RC club flying field.Always avoid flying near houses, trees, wires and

buildings.You should also be careful to avoid flying in areas where there are

many people, such as busy parks, schoolyards, or soccer fields. Consult local

laws and ordinances before choosing a location to fly your aircraft.

600 feet

(183 m)

Thesiteshould:

• Haveaminimumof600feet(183m)ofclearspaceinalldirections.

• Stay clear of pedestrians.

• Stay free of trees, buildings, cars, power lines or anything that could

entangleyouraircraftorinterferewithyourlineofsight. Flyinthisarea

(upwind of pilot)

Remember, you aircraft at full throttle can cover ground quickly.

Planonflyinginanareathatgivesyoumorespacethanyouthinkyouneed, Stand here

especially with first flights.

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levelflight.Whentrimmedcorrectly,youraircraftfliesastraightpathwith

wingslevel,steadilyclimbsatfullthrottle,maintainsaconstantaltitudeathalf

throttle, and gently descends at low throttle. SAFE technology must learn your

aircraft trim values to ensure consistent flight behavior. The trim values are

learnedwhenthereceiverinitiallypowersup. If youneedtoadjustthetrim

values in flight, set the aircraft to half throttle, make the necessary adjustments

usingtheflighttrimbuttons,thenkeepthethrottlepositionconstantandthe

aileron, elevator, and rudder controls at the neutral position for 3 seconds. If

youneed more than 4 clickson a trim button to make the aircraftfly straight

and level at half throttle, you should mechanically adjust the control surfaces

as shown in the control surface centering section.

Elevatortrim:

Only trim the aircraft at half throttle. When trimmed correctly, your aircraft 

will fly level at half throttle.

• When the aircraft’snose drifts up or down while the elevator stick is at

neutral (centered) position, push the elevator trim button by one or two

“click”increments OPPOSITE the direction of drift.

• Adjusttrimso theaircraftfliesstraightandlevelwhentheelevatorstickis

neutral.

Rudder trim:

• When the aircraft drifts left or right while the rudder stick is at the neutral

position (centered), push the rudder trim button by one “beep” increments

OPPOSITE the direction of drift.

• Adjusttrimso theaircraftflies straightwhenthecontrol stickisneutral.

Aileron trim:

• Whentheaircraft’swingdropsfromlevelononesidewhiletheaileronstick

isattheneutral(centered)position,pushtheailerontrimbuttonbyoneor

two “click”increments OPPOSITE the direction of roll.

• Adjusttrimso theaircraftflies straightandlevel whentheaileronstickis

neutral.

Driftingdown

UpTrim

Drifting Left

RightTrim

Straight and Level

No Trim

Straight and Level

No Trim

Drifting Up

Down Trim

DriftingRight

Left Trim

Drifting Left

RightTrim

Straight and Level

No Trim

DriftingRight

Left Trim

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FlightTrimming

IMPORTANT: For best results, trimming should always be done while fl

directly into the wind using the Intermediate or Experienced Flight Modes.

Make yourself familiar with your transmitter’s controls and the aircraft’s

response before flying by performing the recommended Control Direction

Test.Theflighttrimbuttonsareusedtofinetuneyouraircraftforstraightand
IMPORTANT:You must hold the trainer switch during the entire range check

process. Releasing the switch will exit the range check mode.

Before each flying session, and especially with a new model, you should

perform a range check.The DX5e incorporates a range testing system.Placing

thetransmitterin RANGECHECK mode reduces the output power,allowing a

range check.

1. Poweron thetransmitterfor5 secondsormorewiththethrottlestickand

trimlow.PowerontheESCSwitchandkeeptheaircraftimmobileforat

least 5 seconds.

2. Face the model with the transmitter in your normal flying position. Push

and hold the trainer switch while toggling the HI/LO Rate switch four

times.TheLEDswillflashandthealarmwillsound.Thesystemisinrange

check mode.

3. With the system powered on and the model restrained on the ground*,

stand28meters(90feet)awayfromthemodel.

4. Move the transmitter rudder, elevator, aileron and throttle controls to ensure

they operate smoothly at 28 meters (90 feet).

5. If control issues exist,do not attemptto fly.Referto the contacttableat the

end of the this manual to contact Horizon Hobby product support. Also, see

the Spektrum website for more information.

*Insomeaircraft,whenthemodelisplacedontheground,theantenna(s)can

bewithininchesoftheground.Closeproximityoftheantenna(s)totheground

can reduce the effectiveness of the range check. If you experience

issues during the range check, restrain the model on a non-conductive stand or

table up to 2ft (60cm) above the ground, then range check the system again.

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Mode 2 Mode 1

Keepimmobile and

outofthewindfor

5seconds

• Start in beginner mode.As you learn and become more confident, change

modes to advance.

• Resistthedesireto flyatfullthrottle.Flyingslowlyatfirstallows forgreater

response time should anything go wrong.

• Alwayskeepyouraircraftinplainsightandupwindfromyou.

• Gain experience by first flying in large circles high off the ground. Once you

feel comfortable,gradually progress to more advanced maneuvers.

• Donotattemptyourfirstturnatlowaltitude.Higheraltitudesallowfor

greater possibility of correction.

• Control stick movements are quite sensitive.Avoid pushing the control sticks 

totheirendpointsuntilyoubecomemorefamiliarwithyouraircraft.

• To recover from a nose dive, decrease throttle and release the aileron

stick.Pulltheelevator stickbacka smallamounttopullup thenoseofthe

aircraft.

• IfyoufeelyouhavelostcontrolpullandholdthePanicSwitch.

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Flying Tips

CAUTION:While holding the aircraft during the RangeTest,always keep

bodypartsandlooseitemsawayfromthepropeller.Failuretodosocould

cause personal injury.

1 3

2 4

Range Check

 Preflight Checklist

1. Charge flight battery.

2. Install flight battery in aircraft (once it has been fully charged).

3. Make sure linkages move freely.

4. Perform Control Direction Test with transmitter.

5. Make sure control surfaces are centered.

6. Find a safe and open area.

7. Perform a radio system Range Check.

8. Plan flight for flying field conditions.
Wind

TIP

Take off in Beginner mode, increase throttle and keep the aircraft straight

withtherudder control.Theaircraftwillrisefroma levelrunway ina

short distance. Obtain a steady climb to a safe altitude. Use Panic Switch if

needed.

Wind

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Takeoff

Ground Launch

TakeofffromthegroundinBeginnermodeisrecommendedforfirstflights,

however,ifthegroundisnothardandlevel,gethelptohandlaunchyour

aircraft.

1. Placetheaircraftonitslandinggearinalarge,openareawithsmooth

asphalt or concrete.The aircraft’s nose should point into the wind (in no

greater than 5–7 mph (8–11km/hr) wind).

2. Stand behind your aircraft so you can see the rudder, ailerons and elevator.

3. Slowly move the throttle stick to FULL (100%) while gently pulling back

ontheelevator stick.Usetheruddertokeeptheaircraft’snosepointed

intothewindwhileitleavestheground.

4. Witha fullbattery in calm wind,youraircraft shouldriseoffthe groundin

approximately 20 feet (7 meters).

Hand Launch

When learning to fly, get help to hand-launch your aircraft so you can

concentrate on flying. If you must hand-launch the aircraft alone, hold

the model in your dominant hand and the transmitter in your other hand.

An optional neck strap (SPMP610, sold separately) can help you hold the

transmitter.

1. Grip the aircraft under the fuselage, behind the rear landing gear.

2. Carefully increase transmitter throttle control to FULL (100%).

3. Throwtheaircraftslightlynoseupanddirectlyintothewindwhile

keeping the wings parallel to the ground.

Flying Conditions

Agoodflyingday is calm,with winds that are less than5–7 mph (8–

11km/h).Flyinginfasterwindsthanthiscouldmakeflyingdifficultand

resultinacrash.

Windnearthegroundcanbelessthanthewindattheelevationwhere

your aircraft flies.

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TIP

Ifthemodelislaunchedincorrectly,orislandingataless thanperfect

attitude, pull and hold the Panic Switch.The SAFE technology can correct

andhelppreventa crash.

TIP

Hand launch in Beginner mode with Panic mode active. The technology

will keep theaircraftlevelandin a climb.Obtain a safeand steady climb,

thenreleasethePanicSwitchandclimbtoasafealtitude.
50% throttle

TIP

In Beginner mode, when properly trimmed, your

aircraftwill climbat full throttle withoutuse of elevator.

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Let the aircraft climb at full throttle, into the wind, until the

aircraft gets about 300 feet (91meters) above the ground,

then decrease the throttle to half (50%).

Full throttle Reduced throttle

Try to make only small and gentle movements of the

control sticks so you can see how the aircraft responds.

Youraircraftisdesignedto climbandturnwell.

Flyingwiththenosepointedtowardyouisoneofthe

hardestthingstodowhenlearningtofly.

To practice piloting the aircraft with the nose pointed

towardyou,try flyinginlargecircleshighofftheground.

The aircraft can fly for approximately 10 minutes on

one battery charge. This flight time is based on the

recommended flying style shown in this manual.

Ifthemotorbegins to pulse,thebatteryisgettinglowand

you must land immediately.

1. Decrease the throttle and bring the aircraft’s nose into

thewind.Donotbeafraidto fully reducethethrottle

and let the aircraft glide unpowered.

Landing Pattern

2. Whileglidingintothe wind,littleornoelevator,aileron

andruddershouldberequired.Ifyouthinktheaircraft

willlandshortofyourtargetarea,gentlyaddasmall

amount of throttle. 2

3. Oncetheaircraftis1meter(3–4feet)aboveground,

slowlypullbacktheelevatorstick.Atthisspeed,this

should result in a“fl causingthenosetorisewithout

increasing altitude.The aircraft will lose speed so that

themaingearlandsfi before the nose gear touches

down. 1

4. Allowtheaircraftto cometo a stop.

2

TIP

3

Pilot

3

4

Wind

4

LandinginBeginnermodewillgivethestudentpilota

better chance for success.

CAUTION: Never catch a flying aircraft in your

hands. Doing so could cause personal injury and damage

totheaircraft.

Always

decrease throttle at

propeller strike.

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Landing

Flying

1

NOTICE: If a crash is imminent, reduce the throttle and trim

fully.Failureto do so couldresultinextradamagetothe

airframe, as well as damage to the ESC and motor.

NOTICE:Crashdamageis not coveredunderwarranty.
NOTICE:Whenyouarefi fl neverkeeptheaircraftinthesun.Donot

store the aircraft in a hot,enclosed area such as a car.Doing so can damage the

foam.

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ServiceandRepairs

NOTICE:After any impact or replacement, always ensure the receiver is secure

inthefuselage.Ifyoureplacethereceiver,installthenewreceiverinthe

same orientation and manner as the original receiver or damage may result.

ThankstotheZ-FoamTMmaterialinthewingandfuselageofthisaircraft,

repairs to the foam can be made using virtually any adhesive (hot glue, regular

CA(cyanoacrylateadhesive),epoxy,etc).However,useonly foam-compatible

CA, foam-compatible accelerant or epoxy on the vertical and horizontal tail

material.

When parts are not repairable, see the Replacement Parts List for ordering by

itemnumber.Foralistingofallreplacementandoptionalparts,refertothelist

atthebackofthismanual.

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Post Flight

 PostFlightChecklist

1. TurnoffESC switch

2. Power off transmitter

3. Remove flight battery from aircraft

4. Rechargeflightbattery

5. Repairorreplacealldamagedparts

6. Storeflight battery apartfrom aircraftand monitorthebattery

charge

7. Makenoteof flight conditionsandflightplanresults,planningfor

future flights