Hi there! I recently purchased this rtf jet as a first plane - I am currently learning to fly it on the realflight trainer (which was not included with my jet, nor was an instruction manual? Thankfully the instructions were online. Purchased the dongle and software in addition ..) That said, I am practicing with the 3s battery in the sim as that's what I have for my plane - what my question is... In the sim I am able to get some pretty cool high alpha maneuvers with everything set to realistic. Is high alpha flight possible on this jet with the 3s battery? Also in the sim I often kill the engine and glide and it never stalls. Is this the safe system or can I expect a different reaction in the actual sky?

Absolutely incredible!

Big salute from everyone here at Horizon Hobby! We can't wait to see you fly the Habu STS soon ;)

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Yes! If you use the DX8 with the RTF version Habu STS you will just need to assign one of the 3-position switches (we typically recommend/use the "B" switch) to the "gear" channel (channel 5). Then you will have the Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced modes on that switch! Or, if you don't assign the gear channel to a 3-position switch, by default it will be on the 2-position "A" switch which will give you the Beginner and Experienced (no Intermediate) modes.

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@@nelsonator1988 I found out pushrod for nosewheel is fragile. To be honest the field was a lil bit rough.. It (nosewheel pushrod) broke when I tried to take off. I repaired it but haven't taken it back out yet. Ironically I got my real plane back from the shop so I've been flying that. Looking forward to getting the model in the air as soon as I can find a smoother surface.

Hello Kurt! Thank you for your order and support, and welcome to the hobby!! Habu STS models will begin shipping in the US around 8/14/2020 (the LAS is currently out of stock/backordered, but hopefully those will also arrive around the same). As soon as you receive yours, make sure you download and activate the RealFlight Trainer Edition RC Flight Simulator using the instructions and Steam code in the box! Then you can practice flying the Habu STS (there are 4 variants in the sim...3S powered, 4S powered, plus 3S and 4S powered with the LAS!) on a PC desktop or laptop, AND there's also an entire series of Virtual Flight Instructor (VFI) lessons for the Habu specifically in the sim for you to watch/follow and learn from. The DXS transmitter included with the Habu STS RTF will work for all of the BNF Basic version E-flite Timber models (the UMX and the 1.2m to 1.5m models!). However, you can only use it with one model at a time. That means you will have to re-bind and adjust the trims if you try to use it for the Habu and Timber back and forth. A transmitter with multiple model memory, like the Spektrum DX6e, DX8e, DX6, DX8, etc. will make using one transmitter for multiple models more practical. The 3S 4000mAh 30C batteries will definitely work in the Turbo Timber 1.5m and Timber X 1.2m models, but the 4S 4000mah 30C batteries may not fit due to their added thickness (but you may be able to carefully remove some foam material in the battery bay to make them fit!). Also, although it's equipped with SAFE and you have the RealFlight Trainer Edition simulator to help, there is no substitute for having the support, guidance and help of an instructor. Yes, you can potentially learn to fly the Habu STS on your own using SAFE, but you are more likely to succeed, to learn to fly faster, and to become a better pilot more quickly, if you have an instructor to help you! So please be sure to look for RC flying clubs and instructors in your area if you haven't already. You can also check out our Horizon Hobby Flight School page/program: www.horizonhobby.com/flight-school.html#:~:text=Becoming%20a%20Horizon%20Hobby%20Flight,help%20and%20confidence%2Dbuilding%20support!

@@HorizonHobbyProducts, thank you for the excellent information. I have begun my research on RC Flying clubs in my area.

Kirt Timber 1st if new timer

That was a bird! Good catch :)

Both are perfect first airplanes for anyone who has never flown! That said, if you're learning to fly on your own and without any help, the AeroScout would be the better choice. If you have access to an experienced instructor to help you though, the Habu is a great choice too! And either way, be sure to purchase and use RealFlight Trainer Edition or RealFlight 9.5 RC Flight Simulator (both the Habu STS and AeroScout 1.1m are on both versions of that sim!).

This video was not intended to cover every detail related to preflight assembly, preparation and checks. Those details are covered fully in the instruction manual, including when it comes to the range test (as outlined on page 12): www.horizonhobby.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-master/default/dw7a22978f/Manuals/EFL015001_MANUAL_EN.pdf

The panic button is located near the back left corner on the top of the transmitter ( as seen in this image: www.horizonhobby.com/dw/image/v2/BFBR_PRD/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-master/default/dw4a1389ba/Images/SPM/SPMR1010_A12_RHUCADRA.jpg?sw=800&sh=800&sm=fit ) and does the following: "If you lose control of the airplane in the Intermediate or Experienced flight modes, simply press the Panic Recovery button or switch to Beginner Mode and release the control sticks. SAFE technology will automatically return the airplane to level flight."

The wing and stabs bolt on and can easily be removed after assembly if you'd like to put it back in the box for storage/transport!

@@HorizonHobbyProducts is it similar to an aeroscout (thumb screws hold the wing to fuselage)?

@@situbes.972 The wing is secured with phillips head screws.

As listed on the product page ( www.horizonhobby.com/product/habu-sts-70mm-edf-jet-smart-pnp-1029mm/EFL01575.html ): "The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed to fly in one box and is the perfect choice if you're a new RC pilot. From the Spektrum DXS 2.4GHz transmitter you can use with other Bind-N-Fly® (BNF) and BNF Basic aircraft after you learn to fly the Habu STS, to the 3S 4000mAh Smart LiPo battery and a convenient S120 USB-C Smart charger that can be used with a variety of USB power sources, there's nothing extra you need to buy or provide! A Plug-N-Play® (PNP) version lets experienced modelers choose and use their own transmitter, receiver, battery and charger. And for both versions, the powerful brushless power system including a telemetry-capable ESC and the servos are all factory-installed." "Plug-N-Play® Completion Level The Plug-N-Play® (PNP) version comes out of the box with a factory-installed power system and servos that are ready to connect to the compatible receiver of your choice (sold separately), plus the transmitter and battery you provide (also sold separately). Simply install the receiver, finish any final assembly, and fly!"

Are you asking how to bind your radio to the dongle? The dongle will just plug right into a USB port.

We officially recommend 4S 3200-4000mAh batteries, but some lower and higher capacity batteries will also fit/work. And you can see some "fun" hand launches starting around the 1 minute 50 second mark in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rtSZrMaaspq-hXk.html

Had the some problem lol. For anyone else who hits this, you have to switch the transmitter to "profile 2". Its default profile is made to work with the Habu and doesn't support flaps. Google for the process to switch profiles.

Tha Habu STS is only compatible with 3S and 4S batteries. However, we may offer a version compatible with other cell count batteries in the future!

Yes, you will need to upgrade to the S150 or another Smart charger to charge the 4S battery!

@@HorizonHobbyProducts ok thx for ur response, can the DXe transmitter only be used with other trainers or other planes?

As noted in response to other comments/questions regarding a BNF Basic version: No BNF Basic option for this one due to the added cost associated with the flight controller (which includes a barometer that offers the "invisible floor" functionality, makes upgrading to the LAS and other functions possible) and serial receiver included in the RTF version. Those cost more than an AR636 or AR637T receiver, and would have made the price for a BNF Basic version about $60 more than the PNP version. That said, we do plan on providing an AR636 model file that includes AS3X and SAFE Select tuned for the Habu STS so anyone who has a spare 636 and would like to install it in the PNP version can (that will hopefully be ready in about 2 weeks when these begin shipping). We may also offer a Habu STS setup for the AR637T, but the 636 is our priority for now since so many people already have those receivers on hand.