First Flight & Review: E-flite Apprentice S 15e - Crashed Into A Cornfield

8 years ago
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See the cornfield crash at the 7:45 mark.

Buy an E-Flite Apprentice S 15e: http://amzn.to/2h6dolQ

I had to wait 48 hours after purchasing it, but I got my new Apprentice S 15e into the air and it was a blast. Landing was a bit troubling on the first attempt, but 75% of the time I landed smoothly - unfortunately my cameras were misbehaving and I didn't capture as much as I'd hoped. Overall I'm really impressed with the plane as it offered plenty of power, control and durability. See my impression of the Apprentice and learn about my cornfield crash in this video.

Follow this link if you want to watch the unboxing and assembly of this RC plane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HAWjxXdYr1w

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More information about the E-Flite Apprentice S 15e from the company

------------- OVERVIEW -------------

The E-flite® Apprentice® S 15e RTF airplane is the most intelligent RC airplane ever offered by Horizon Hobby. At its heart is groundbreaking SAFE™ (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology that makes RC flight incredibly easy, even for the least experienced user. Its combination of spatial awareness provides flight envelope protection which adds a degree of security never before available, while its smooth flight capability battles windy conditions so that all you feel is control that’s crisp and responsive. Multiple levels of flight envelope protection are provided that can be reduced or removed as your skills progress, yet the “panic” feature is always there to instantly return the model to level flight if you ever lose orientation.

Requiring just minutes to assemble, you’ll appreciate how its quiet brushless power system delivers outstanding performance with long, enjoyable flights. Plus it’s built to last from lightweight Z-Foam™ material that’s tough enough to handle everyday flying punishment without getting bent out of shape. After you’ve mastered the basics of flight, the Apprentice S is capable of performing a complement of aerobatic maneuvers such as loops, rolls, and even inverted flight. You can also turn the Apprentice S into a great floatplane by simply adding the specially designed E-flite Apprentice S Floats (EFLA550)—sold separately.

------------- Product Specifications -------------

Wingspan: 59.0 in (1500mm)
Overall Length: 42.5 in (1080mm)
Wing Area: 515 sq. in. (33.2 sq. dm.)
Flying Weight: 49.0 oz (1390 g)
Motor Size: 15-size brushless outrunner
Radio: Spektrum DX5e transmitter (included)
CG (center of gravity): 3-1/8 in (79.0mm) back from the leading edge of wing
Prop Size: 11 x 8
Speed Control : 30-amp brushless (installed)
Recommended Battery: 11.1V 3S 3200mAh LiPo (included)
Flaps: No
Retracts: No
Control Throw (Ailerons): Low: 0.71 in (18mm); High: 0.91 in (23mm)
Control Throw (Elevator): Low: 0.71 in (18mm); High: 0.91 in (23mm)
Control Throw (Rudder): Low: 1.10 in (28mm); High: 1.35 in (35mm)
Charger: 2–3S LiPo balancing charger, 0.5–3.0A (included)
Minimum Age Recommendation: 14 years
Experience Level: Beginner
Recommended Environment: Outdoor
Assembly Time: Less than 1 Hour
Is Assembly Required: Yes

---------------Music----------------
"Cheating Juarez" by John Deley and the 41 Players
"Daisy Dukes" by Silent Partner
"Open Sea Morning" by Puddle of Infinity

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