Overview
- Welcome to the exciting world of RC (Radio Controlled) flight! If you've ever dreamed of taking to the skies, Horizon Hobby has you covered. We are committed to designing aircraft that you can successfully learn to fly, even if you have never flown RC before. Every HobbyZone ® aircraft we offer features industry-leading design and technology developed by experts to keep you in control and learning at your own pace so you can make your flying dreams a reality!
- The HobbyZone Apprentice® S 2 1.2m is the perfect trainer because it makes learning to fly an RC plane easier and more fun than ever! Featuring a more "traditional" training design, the Apprentice S 2 is ready to help aspiring pilots fly almost instantly. It is equipped with exclusive SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology that helps prevent overcontrol, loss of orientation and collisions so almost anyone can learn to fly successfully. Beginner, Intermediate and Expert modes let you choose the level of stability and control you need, or are ready to try, with the push of a button. And you can instantly return to stable flight using Panic Recovery mode at the push of a button! Oversized tires and a steerable front wheel make it easy to take off and land on a variety of surfaces, including grass in large parks, sports and other suitable flying fields. Or you can install the optional floats to fly on the water - which increases its versatility and capability!
- The basic Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed for flying in one box except battery and charger. This allows you to choose a convenient and cost-effective Spektrum™ Powerstage package or separate battery and charger of your choice! Additionally, the included Spektrum DXS 2.4 GHz transmitter can be used with other Bind-N-Fly ® (BNF) and BNF Basic after successfully learning to fly the Apprentice S 2! A BNF Basic version is also available for experienced pilots who want to use their favorite Spektrum transmitter along with batteries and chargers they already have. And for both versions, the powerful and efficient brushless power system, including an ESC with telemetry capability, receiver and servos, are all factory-installed into the durable EPO airframe that assembles quickly and easily without the need for glue or special tools.
- And the fun doesn't end once you learn to fly! In Experienced Mode, the Apprentice S 2 is capable of performing aerobatic maneuvers, including loops, rolls, inverted flight (upside down) and more. You can even use the same DXS transmitter that is included in the RTF Basic version, along with the same battery and charger that you use for the Apprentice, to fly a variety of BNF Basic "Next Step" version aircraft, including the E-flite® T- 28 Trojan 1.1m, the Valiant 1.3m and others!
- You can also purchase the RealFlight Trainer Edition RC Flight Simulator and a Spektrum WS2000 Wireless Simulator Dongle (both sold separately) to fly this and other models using the transmitter included in the RTF Basic version! The simulator features many of the most popular Horizon Hobby training aircraft and built-in Virtual Flight Instructor lessons. This helps new pilots learn to fly successfully by practicing on a PC at home or on a laptop anywhere else!
Key Features:
- The best and most convenient traditional trainer for beginner pilots and experienced pilots who teach others to fly
- Equipped with exclusive SAFE® technology that helps prevent accidents and facilitates learning to fly
- Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced flight modes, you can easily switch at the touch of a button
- Includes almost everything needed to fly except compatible LiPo battery and charger (sold separately)
- Spektrum™ DXS controller/transmitter with industry-leading DSMX® 2.4GHz technology for reliable, interference-free control.
In the box:
- (1) Apprentice S 2 1.2m RTF Basic with SAFE
- (1) Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)
- (1) ESC with 30A brushless telemetry capability (installed)
- (4) Sub-Micro Servos (installed)
- (1) Spektrum™ AR631 Receiver (installed)
- (1) DSMX® Spektrum DXS 2.4GHz Transmitter
- (1) Product manual
Required to complete:
- (1) 3S 11.1V 1300–2200mAh LiPo Battery with EC3™ or IC3® connector
- (1) Compatible LiPo charger