E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m BNF Basic

E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m BNF Basic with AS3X+ and SAFE Select

The E-flite Decathlon RJG 1.2m was highly rated and reviewed as one of the most convenient, best handling, and fun to fly models of the iconic full-scale aerobatic trainer. The E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m delivers all the same great features and performance of the RJG model – plus more too – and by popular demand, is now factory-finished with one of the most iconic trim schemes!

Pilots and instructors widely regard the Super Decathlon as one of the best aerobatic trainers in full-scale aviation. Its iconic design traces its roots back to the Aeronca Champ and Citabria, but was upgraded with inverted fuel and oil systems, plus a nearly symmetrical wing, to allow it to perform “outside” and inverted manoeuvres with ease. The original E-flite Decathlon RJG 1.2m quickly became known as one of the most capable, well-equipped, and easiest-to-fly models of the American aviation classic. Now it’s available again with one of the most recognizable and iconic Super Decathlon trim and colour schemes, featuring all the same great features and performance of the original – and even more! Featuring the same “friendly handling” air foil and wing design, it’s capable of smooth sport flying for low-time and intermediate pilots to more aggressive aerobatic flying for experienced pilots, without the “bad manners” many other Super Decathlon models are known for. It features LED landing and navigation lights along with a variety of scale details to deliver an authentic flying experience. The Super Decathlon also features improved digital, metal-geared servos throughout, along with a 3S- and 4S-compatible power system including a 45A Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC. Plus, the BNF Basic version now features an upgraded AR631+ receiver, delivering real-time telemetry data alongside enhanced AS3X+, SAFE Select, and Smart Transmitter File (STF) technologies.

Take the next step into, hone your skills, and perform basic to aggressive aerobatics with the E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m – one of the most capable and best-handling models of the classic aerobatic trainer ever! Like the original Decathlon RJG 1.2m, it’s a replica of the aviation icon that’s flown by professional pilots in airshows and pilots learning to fly aerobatics at their local airport. It’s factory-finished with the popular and extremely recognizable red, white, and black “starburst” trim scheme, plus it features a variety of scale details, including functional LED landing and navigation lights, wheel pants, and wing struts. The one-piece wing is easy to install/remove thanks to hands-free connections and thumbscrews, and the struts snap into/out of place without the need for any fasteners or tools – even though it’s conveniently sized to be easy to store and transport without disassembly! Improved digital and metal-geared servos, along with ball-link equipped linkages, provide even more precise and reliable control for smooth sport to aggressive aerobatic flying. Both versions feature a 3S and 4S 2200–3200mAh compatible power system, including a 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC. The BNF Basic version is also equipped with an upgraded AR631+ receiver to deliver real-time telemetry data, enhanced AS3X+, optional-use SAFE Select and motor reversing, and a convenient Smart Transmitter File. All these details and features combine to deliver a convenient and extremely capable scale model that’s an excellent choice for low-time, intermediate, and experienced pilots!

Features

• Specially tuned motor compatible with 3S and 4S batteries without the need for modifications or upgrades
• 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current, RPM, and other data via compatible receivers and transmitters
• Optional-use motor reversing for special ground handling and other capabilities
• Compatible with the Spektrum DXS transmitter included with many of the most popular E-flite and HobbyZone trainer airplane models
• The unmatched stability and locked-in feel of exclusive and enhanced AS3X+ technology
• Four improved and factory-installed digital and metal-geared servos with ball-link-equipped linkages
• Tool-free wing assembly with quick-release struts for convenient storage and transport
• Fast and easy bolt-together assembly – no glue or special tools required
• Convenient top-mounted hatch provides easy access to the battery
• Functional LED landing and navigation lights for added scale looks
• Simple and durable aluminium landing gear with wheel pants

Skill Level 2 – Some Experience Required
Skill Level 2 – Next Step After a Trainer aircraft, like this one, are suitable for RC pilots who have successfully learned to fly a trainer model and those with the skills to assemble, set up, and fly similar class models. Although this is one of the best-handling and easiest-to-fly Decathlon models, it’s not a suitable first-ever RC aircraft for new pilots. You should have the experience and skills necessary to successfully fly a trainer model like the HobbyZone AeroScout 1.1m and Carbon Cub 1.3m, or models like the E-flite T-28 Trojan 1.1m, Valiant 1.3m, Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m and other similar class models before attempting to fly the Decathlon RJG 1.2m.

Are you new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft? If you are, the E-flite Decathlon is not a suitable first-ever RC model, and we recommend learning to fly with a purpose-built trainer aircraft, such as the HobbyZone Carbon Cub S 2 1.3m (www.horizonhobby.cc/CarbonCubS2RTF). It’s equipped with exclusive and innovative SAFE technology that makes it possible for almost anyone to learn to fly successfully! The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) Basic version includes nearly everything needed to fly (except for a compatible LiPo battery and charger that are sold separately, or together in a money-saving Powerstage bundle) and is a perfect choice if you’re a new RC pilot. You can even use the DXS transmitter and the 3S 2200mAh battery used for the Carbon Cub to fly the Decathlon RJG 1.2m BNF Basic version after you learn to fly RC!

Exclusive Technologies
This BNF Basic version is equipped with exclusive Spektrum AS3X and SAFE Select technologies. AS3X works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence to deliver a locked-in feel that makes it seem like you’re flying a much larger airplane. Optional-use SAFE Select offers pitch and bank angle limits plus automatic self-levelling that can be turned on and off at the flip of a switch! If you don’t want to enable the SAFE Select features, bind the receiver normally and only AS3X will be active.

Spektrum Smart Technology
The Decathlon RJG 1.2m is equipped with an exclusive Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC that can provide a variety of real-time power system-related telemetry data, including motor RPM, current, battery voltage, and more – with Smart and non-Smart batteries – via compatible receivers (including the AR631) and Spektrum AirWare equipped transmitters (including the DX6e and 8e, DX6 G2/3 and 8 G2, the DX9, NX6 to 20, iX12 to 20, and others) while you fly. It also features optional-use motor/thrust reversing that offers special ground handling and other capabilities!

Versatile Power
The factory-installed brushless power system features a 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC plus a specially tuned motor that delivers an abundance of thrust with a 3S 2200mAh LiPo battery, or more speed and unlimited vertical performance with up to a 4S 3200mAh battery – without the need for any modifications or upgrades!

Scale Features
Functional LED landing and navigation lights, wing struts, and wheel pants are scale features that take your experience to another level.

RJG Trim Scheme
Factory-finished in the classic yet modernized red, white, and blue trim scheme featured on the full-scale Decathlon RJ Gritter (RJG) – a lifelong full-scale and RC pilot – flies in air shows across the United States.

Easy Assembly
No glue is required for final assembly, and you can have the Decathlon RJG 1.2m ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery! And although it’s conveniently sized to fit fully assembled in almost any vehicle, you can remove the one-piece wing for easier storage and transport. Thumbscrews, hands-free connections, and quick-release struts mean you can remove/install the wing in just a few minutes without using any tools.

Skill Level 2 – Next Step After a Trainer – Some Experience Required
Skill Level 2 – Next Step After a Trainer aircraft, like this one, are suitable for RC pilots who have successfully learned to fly a trainer model and those with the skills to assemble, set up, and fly similar class models. And although this is one of the best-handling and easiest-to-fly Decathlon models ever, it’s not a suitable first-ever RC aircraft for new pilots. You should have the experience and skills necessary to successfully fly a trainer model like the HobbyZone AeroScout 1.1m and Carbon Cub 1.3m, or models like the E-flite T-28 Trojan 1.1m, Valiant 1.3m, Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m, and other similar class models before attempting to fly the Super Decathlon 1.2m.

Bind-N-Fly Completion Level Advantage
Already own a Spektrum transmitter? Bind-N-Fly (BNF) aircraft make getting into the air quickly and enjoying the best possible control experience easier than ever. They come out of the box with the power system, servos, and a Spektrum 2.4GHz receiver installed, so all you need to do is bind the receiver to a compatible transmitter, finish any final assembly, and fly!

Exclusive Technologies
The BNF Basic version Super Decathlon 1.2m is equipped with a factory-installed Spektrum AR631+ receiver that features exclusive Spektrum AS3X+ and SAFE Select technologies. Enhanced AS3X+ works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence better than ever before to deliver an even more locked-in feel that makes it seem like you’re flying a much larger airplane. With optional-use SAFE Select, you can activate pitch and bank angle limits along with automatic self-levelling at the flip of a switch! If you don’t want to enable the SAFE Select features, simply bind the receiver normally, and only AS3X+ will be active.

Smart Transmitter File
This BNF aircraft is equipped with a receiver that is loaded with a Smart Transmitter File (STF) that makes programming your transmitter as easy as a few clicks of a button. When you bind your transmitter to an STF-equipped aircraft, all programming parameters download automatically from the receiver. Switch assignments, rates, exponential, telemetry, and voice callouts configure themselves. No lengthy step-by-step instructions. No continual adjustments. Just push-button convenience that gets you flying sooner.

Versatile Power
The factory-installed brushless power system features a 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC and a specially tuned motor that delivers abundant thrust with a 3S 2200mAh LiPo battery, or more speed and unlimited vertical performance with up to a 4S 3200mAh battery, without the need for any modifications or upgrades.

Scale Features
Functional LED landing and navigation lights, wing struts, and wheel pants are scale features that take your experience to another level.

Iconic Scheme
Factory-finished in the classic red, white, and black “starburst” trim scheme that’s extremely recognizable from full-scale Super Decathlon aircraft.

Easy Assembly
Final assembly requires no glue, and you can have the Super Decathlon 1.2m ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery! The convenient size allows it to fit fully assembled in just about any vehicle, or you can remove the one-piece wing for even easier storage and transport. Thumbscrews, hands-free connections, and quick-release struts let you remove or install the wing in just a few minutes without tools.

Kit Contents

Needed to Complete

• Full-range 4–5+ channel Spektrum DSMX/DSM2 compatible transmitter
• 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V 2200–3200mAh LiPo with EC3 or IC3 Connector
• Compatible LiPo charger

Specifications

Approximate Assembly Time: Less than 1 hour
Battery: Sold Separately
CG (Centre of Gravity): 60mm +/-5mm
Charger: Sold Separately
Completion Level: Bind-N-Fly Basic
Connector Type: IC3
Lighting: LED Navigation and Landing Lights
LiPo Compatibility: 3S, 4S
Material: EPO
Minimum Required Radio: Full-range 4–5+ channel Spektrum DSMX/DSM2
Minimum Speed Control: Avian 45-Amp Smart Lite Brushless ESC
Motor Size: 3536-1030Kv
Motor Type: Brushless
Power Type: Electric
Product Length: 36.64″ (931 mm)
Product Weight: Without Battery: 39oz (1106g) / With Recommended Flight Battery: 46.77oz (1326g)
Propeller Size: 10 x 5
Radio: Sold Separately
Receiver: Included
Recommended Motor Battery: 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V 2200–3200mAh LiPo with EC3 or IC3 Connector
Servos: Included
Skill Level: Level 2
Speed Control: Included
Technology: AS3X+, SAFE Select, Smart Transmitter File
Trim Scheme Colours: Red, white, and black starburst
Wingspan: 47.71″ (1212 mm)