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P-39 Airacobra 1.2m BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select

Name: P-39 Airacobra 1.2m BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select
Brand: E-flite
SKU: EFL9150
Price: 279.99 USD
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Introduction

With a streamlined design focused on carrying a centerline-mounted cannon to deliver incredible firepower with pinpoint accuracy, and as the first fighter equipped with tricycle landing gear, the Bell Aircraft P-39 Airacobra was both innovative and unique. It was one of the principal American fighters in service when the U.S. entered World War II, and also went on to be used by other Air Forces on various fronts throughout the war. The E-flite® P-39 Airacobra 1.2m is a scale replica of the unconventional fighter that's equipped with functional retractable landing gear and split flaps, plus a 3S and 4S compatible power system to deliver a unique warbird experience while also being easy to fly when it's equipped with exclusive AS3X® and SAFE® Select technologies (included with the BNF® Basic version only).

Key Features

Detailed scale replica of the innovative and unique fighter flown in World War II
High-power 3S and 4S compatible brushless power system with 3–blade prop
Functional split flaps and electric retracts with steerable nose wheel
6–channel control with 7 factory-installed servos and linkages
Spektrum™ 6–channel 2.4GHz receiver with industry-leading DSMX® technology
Unmatched stability and precision of AS3X® technology for smoother flight performance
Easy to fly with optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection
Abundant scale detail including panel lines, exhaust stacks, removable drop tank and more
Factory-finished "Wahl Eye II" painted camo trim scheme with factory-applied decals
Large, magnetically-secured top hatch for convenient battery and electronics access
One-piece wing with hands-free servo/retract connection system
Lightweight yet durable molded EPO construction
Fast and easy bolt-together final assembly

Needed to Complete

Full-range, 6–7+ Channel DSMX®/DSM2® transmitter
2200–3000mAh 3S or 4S 11.1–14.8V LiPo with EC3™ or IC3™ Connector
Compatible LiPo charger
LiPo Charging Bag (recommended)

What's in the Box?

E-flite P-39 Airacobra 1.2m Airplane with:

(1) 40A Brushless ESC
(1) 850Kv Brushless Outrunner Motor
(7) 9–Gram Servos
(1) Spektrum™ AR636 6–Channel Receiver

(1) Product Manual

Overview

The E-flite® P-39 Airacobra 1.2m scale model is a replica of one of the most unconventional and innovative fighters flown during World War II. It features a significant level of detail including panel lines, exhaust stacks, a removable drop tank, three-blade propeller and more. It's also equipped with factory-installed retractable tricycle landing gear and operational split flaps to enhance scale realism and the unique warbird flight experience it offers. The high-power brushless power system delivers outstanding performance when using a 3S LiPo battery, or you can install a 4S battery for well-beyond-scale speed and vertical capabilities- without the need for any modifications or upgrades. Lightweight yet durable factory-finished EPO construction, along with bolt-together assembly featuring a one-piece wing with an innovative hands-free servo connection system, means you can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery. So whether you're an intermediate or advanced pilot, the P-39 Airacobra 1.2m delivers the scale detail, functional features and incredible performance you need to enjoy a warbird experience unlike any other.

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Scale Trim Scheme

Factory-applied paint and decals recreate the camo-trimmed P-39 variant "Wahl Eye II" that was flown by Lt. Eugene Wahl.

Functional Features & Details

Split flaps and tricycle electric retracts with a steerable nose wheel highlight the functional scale detail list that also includes a three-blade propeller. Simulated panel lines, hatches and other surface details, plus exhaust stacks, an antenna, pitot tube and a removable drop tank add to the scale realism.

3S & 4S Compatible

The factory-installed power system features a high-power brushless outrunner motor, a robust ESC and a three-blade propeller that combine with a 3S 2200–3000mAh LiPo battery to deliver better-than-scale speed and vertical performance. Or you can install a 4S battery for ballistic speed and vertical capability without the need for any modifications or upgrades.

Durable Design

Construction with molded EPO material makes it possible to replicate complex detail and shapes in a lightweight yet durable form. The result is an outstanding scale appearance that's easy to maintain and delivers the best possible flight experience.

Easy Assembly

Plug-in horizontal stabilizers and the one-piece wing featuring an innovative hands-free servo/retract connection system bolt to the fuselage for quick and easy assembly/disassembly. This makes storage and transport as convenient and practical as possible, plus you can have the P-39 assembled and ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery!

Bind-N-Fly Completion Level Advantage

Already own a Spektrum™ transmitter? Bind-N-Fly (BNF) aircraft make getting into the air quickly and with the best control experience possible 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!

This Bind-N-Fly Basic model is equipped with a Spektrum 2.4GHz DSMX® receiver featuring AS3X (Artificial Stabilization–3–aXis) technology that works behind the scenes to smooth out the effects of wind and turbulence so you enjoy a sense of stability and precision that makes it feel like you're flying a much larger, expertly tuned aircraft.

If this is your first model of its type, or you want an extra margin of safety while familiarizing yourself with the airplane, you can enable the optional-use SAFE® Select flight envelope protection technology built into the receiver. No programming is required. Simply change up the binding sequence as directed in the manual.

With SAFE Select enabled, you get:

Pitch and Bank Angle Limits

These envelope limits keep the airplane from rolling or pitching upside down. They also prevent excessive climb or dive angles.

Automatic Self-Leveling

The airplane instantly returns to and holds level flight when the sticks are released and in the center position. It's also helpful for keeping the wings level during takeoffs/launches and landings.

Easy Switch Assignment- No Programming Required

The simple procedure for assigning a transmitter switch to turn SAFE Select features on and off doesn't require any programming and takes just a few seconds.

If you don't want to enable the SAFE Select features, just bind the receiver normally and it will function like a standard AS3X receiver.

Product Specifications

Specs

Airfoil Shape	Semi Symmetrical
Approximate Assembly Time	Less than 1 Hour
Approximate Flight Time	4 minutes
CG (Center of Gravity)	1.7-1.7(44-50mm) from edge of wing with gear down
Charger	Sold Separately
Completion Level	Bind-N-Fly Basic
Flaps	Operational split flaps for added realism
Power Type	Electric
Landing Gear	Yes
Material	EPO foam
Minimum Required Radio	At least 6-channel
Motor Size	850Kv brushless outrunner
Product Length	1.1m (43.3")
Propeller Size	11 x 8.5
Receiver	Included
Recommended Motor Battery	LiPo, 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 30C, or 4S 2200mAh 14.8V 30C w/EC3 connector
Retracts	Yes
Servos	Seven 9g
Speed Control	Included
Transmitter Range	Full range
Trim Scheme Colors	Wahl Eye II painted camo scheme with factory applied decals
Wing Area	27.08 sq dm (419.76 sq dm)
Wingspan	1.2m (47.2")

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08/08/20

Master C.

09/09/19

Awesome warbird

Seen one at field fly and really liked the scale appearance,so purchased one from local hobby store.Well packaged and no damage out of box. Noticed that decals had alot of air bubbles underneath. Plane went together super easy. Wing attached right into position, no problems with mounts or connecting plug. Screws seemed to take forever to tighten and was careful not to over tighten and break something.Really liked the slide in and out battery tray, just have make sure that have in into slide during install or battery change.Receiver bound flawlessly to my DX9 Black. Set the safe select on switch. Plane has a great presence with the scale looking retracts.Made sure that safe select was functioning properly. When connected elevator clevis had too much up elevator so made adjustment. Maiden flight was with a 4s 3000 battery. Taxied out and checked control surfaces and throttled up on paved runway,plane tracked straight as an arrow. Little up elevator and gained altitude, plane needed some up elevator trim, no other trim required. Made couple passes and then throttled up, was impressed with speed and power for small plane. Landing was flawless but it does come in hot and pilot will need to fly it to ground,so would not recommend this plane for a beginners first model. E-Flite comes out with a giant scale P-39 I will make sure to acquire one. Note: Check the wing screws after flight and may need to be tightened.

On P-39 Airacobra 1.2m BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select

40yearslater

08/03/19

Awesome flying plane, almost perfect quality

This was my 7th plane from Horizon. Its a tossup between this and the p51 as far as my favorite so far. Flies fast and smooth. Flew on 3s for maiden just to check things out. Flies ok on 3s, but struggles alot with vertical power. Went to 4s after making sure everything was working good- what a difference. Lots of speed, tons of power for vertical. Flies very stable and smooth even with SAFE off. Plane loves speed, its ok at lower throttle, but it is at home flying full throttle. It does come in hot for landings, so be prepared on approach to give plenty of runway, even with flaps. Overall flight characteristics are awesome.
Only problem I have with it, is the plug in wing system. I had a hard time getting it seated good. I thought it was nice and tight after assembly, I always triple check all functions right after assembly and then double check pre flight on maiden flight. Everything seemed great. Maiden flight took off fine, got going smooth, but main gear would not retract! Nose gear went up but not wing gear. Upon inspection after landing, I found that the wing was so loose, that the connection for the wing gear was not connected. I was lucky the ailerons did not fail. The 4 wing bolts were still tight!. Had to remove, then fiddle with it and re-tighten, to the point i was afraid i would over tighten and strip the bolts. got it seated finally and has been fine for about a dozen flights so far, but I keep a close eye on it. I will probably add an additional nylon bolt or two for extra peace of mind. Could also glue it. The plug in wing junction box is a pain. They should go back to old school. Otherwise, perfect aircraft.

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Danflyman

01/12/20

Wing servo connectors

I am on my second Airacobra the first one on the maiden flight flew around the field twice landed checked everything the ailerons quit working on the ground..another club member and I started looking into it and found you could push on bottom of wing and they would work..tightened wing screws thought everything was fine ..second flight went up then spiraling into the ground... I cannot say enough about the Excellence of horizon hobbies customer service ...sent the plane back they sent me a new plane...on the second plane I took it up in the flaps stopped working those multiconnect servo connectorsin the wing need to be bypassed I took away the plastic connectors ran the wires straight through the fuselage no problems anymore...love this plane but had problems in those connections in two of them...I see they put an addendum with the havoc jet to bypass these connections...I strongly suggest you do the same with these

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nick

08/06/20

good warbird

nice flyer, cool battery tray and drop tank, nose gear is not sprung

On P-39 Airacobra 1.2m BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select

Charles M.

07/26/20

P-39 1.2m BNF Basic w/ AS3X & SAFE Select

This has become my favorite warbird by far. It flies on rails, and does everything well. I fly on a spektrum 4s 2200mAh 100C pack, and get 5 minute flight times that are mostly pretty aggressive. It's probably the fastest in its class, and everyone at my club who sees it fly thinks it must be flying on 6s. It also slows down to a crawl and lands like my apprentice. It's nice to have a tricycle gear warbird that's not a T-28. It also does knife edge remarkably well, flies inverted with just a little down pressure, and rolls axially, loops nicely, and flies really well all around.
Things to watch out for: It does need a little bit of power and the nose high on landing. If you try to glide it in all the way and flare to early, it will bite you, and you'll come down hard on the nose gear. That being said, as long as you touch down on the mains, the nose strut is plenty strong enough. I fly off grass, and it has more than prop clearance to taxi, and plenty of power to take off pretty quickly, at least on 4s. I've yet to fly on 3s. The only catch with grass is that the nose strut can get shaken up a bit, to the point where it binds against the side of the wheel well and doesn't retract fully. Watch out for the sun. It's a dark trim scheme, so while the finish started off looking amazing, it doesn't look quite as good as it used to. There is some foam puckering under the black decals, and in the canopy.

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