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Sport Cub S 2 BNF Basic with SAFE

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HobbyZone - HBZ44500
$119.99
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3.7V 150mAh 1S 25C LiPo Battery: PH 1.25 (Ultra Micro)
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3.7V 150mAh 1S 25C LiPo Battery: PH 1.25 (Ultra Micro)
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Introduction

The HobbyZone® Sport Cub S 2 is based on one of the all-time most popular trainer aircraft ever designed for learning to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes—the legendary Sport Cub S. It's ultra-micro size makes it the ideal choice for a smaller trainer model that can be flown in yards, parks, soccer fields, football fields and other suitable spaces where larger models can't typically be flown successfully by first-time pilots. Exclusive SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology helps to prevent overcontrol, loss of orientation and crashes so nearly everyone can learn to fly successfully. Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced modes allow you to choose the level of stability and control you need, or are ready to try, at the flip of a switch.

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 engineering aircraft that you can learn to fly with successfully even if you've 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 turn your dreams of flight into a reality!

The HobbyZone® Sport Cub S 2 makes learning to fly RC airplanes in more places and smaller spaces easier than ever! Based on one of the most popular trainer aircraft ever designed for learning to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes—the legendary Sport Cub S —it's ultra-micro size makes it the ideal choice for a smaller trainer model that can be flown in large yards, small parks, soccer fields, football fields and other suitable spaces where larger models can't typically be flown successfully by first-time pilots. Install the optional float set (EFLUA1190, sold separately) and you can add large pools and small ponds to the list of places you can fly! Exclusive SAFE® (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology helps to prevent overcontrol, loss of orientation and crashes so nearly everyone can learn to fly successfully. Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced modes allow you to choose the level of stability and control you need, or are ready to try, at the flip of a switch. Plus you can instantly return to stable flight using Panic Recovery in any flight mode. This makes the Sport Cub S 2 a natural evolution of the trainer many pilots learned to fly with because it includes all of the same great features, while also adding new telemetry capabilities that send flight battery voltage to the transmitter to make the pilot better aware of approximately how much "power" remains.

And the fun doesn't stop after you learn how to fly! It's lightweight yet durable airframe is equipped with a powerful electric motor that delivers long flight times and provides plenty of speed and power to perform aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls and even inverted (upside down) flight. That means the Sport Cub S 2 is a model even experienced pilots will appreciate and enjoy flying – and can also use to teach others to fly. The Bind-N-Fly® Basic version is the perfect choice for those pilots because it allows them to use their favorite Spektrum transmitter along with batteries and chargers they may already own. And the Ready-To-Fly version is perfect for first-time pilots because it includes a Spektrum controller/transmitter equipped with industry-leading DSMX® 2.4GHz technology, AA batteries for the transmitter, plus a rechargeable LiPo flight battery and USB charger. That means there's nothing extra to buy or provide! Best of all both versions arrive 100% factory-assembled and ready to go right out of the box – no assembly required!

Sport Cub S 2
Sport Cub S 2
SAFE technology

Learn to Fly Successfully with SAFE® Technology

If this is your first RC airplane, Horizon Hobby-exclusive SAFE (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology prevents over-control and crashes. It also offers multiple flight modes to deliver more control and capabilities as your skills progress at the flip of a switch:

Beginner Mode

In this flight mode, the airplane has pitch (up/down) and bank (left/right) angle limits that prevent over-control which could lead to a loss of orientation and crashes. When the control sticks are released, the airplane automatically returns to level flight allowing you to relax and enjoy simply 'steering' the airplane through the sky. Best of all, takeoffs are as simple as giving full throttle and letting the airplane fly off a suitable surface, or by giving it a quick hand launch over surfaces such as grass, and landings are as easy as lowering the throttle and letting it glide to a landing on its own.

Beginner Mode

Intermediate Mode

This flight mode allows more freedom in pitch and bank, but still prevents significant over-control and the airplane does not return to level flight on its own. This allows you to make tighter turns and to climb and descend faster as your skills advance.

Intermediate Mode

Experienced Mode

In this flight mode there are no pitch or bank angle limits so you have complete control! You can even fly inverted (upside down) and perform aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls, stall turns and more.

Experienced Mode

Panic Recovery

If you lose control of the airplane in the Intermediate or Experienced flight modes, simply activate the Panic Recovery mode with the push of a button and release the control sticks. SAFE technology will automatically return the airplane to level flight.

Panic Recovery
Sport Cub S 2

Features

  • Updated version of one of the best-selling and most popular trainer models available for learning to fly radio controlled (RC) airplanes – the Sport Cub S
  • 100% factory-assembled and ready to fly right out of the box – no assembly required
  • Equipped with exclusive SAFE® technology that helps prevent crashes and makes it easy to learn how to fly
  • Beginner, Intermediate and Experienced flight modes you can easily change between at the flip of a switch
  • Panic Recovery mode activates at the push of a button to prevent loss of control and crashes
  • Ultra-micro size to fly in small parks, at sports fields or even indoors over a basketball court
  • Provides telemetry data to the controller/transmitter indicating flight battery voltage
  • Full 4-channel control for everything from training to aerobatic flight capability
  • Capable of aerobatic maneuvers including loops, rolls and upside down (inverted) flight
  • Powerful electric motor for easy operation and excellent performance
  • Lightweight yet durable construction perfect for first-time pilots
  • No FAA registration required (under the 250 gram weight limit)
  • Full line of replacement/spare parts plus accessories available
  • Optional float set (sold separately) for flying from water
  • Practice flying this aircraft in the RealFlight® simulator
Bind-N-Fly<sup>®</sup> Convenience
Bind-N-Fly® Convenience

This Bind-N-Fly® (BNF®) Basic version comes 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 Spektrum DSMX®/DSM2® equipped transmitter (sold separately), install a charged battery (sold separately) and fly!

 

Fully Assembled
Fully Assembled

The Sport Cub S 2 arrives 100% factory-assembled and ready to go right out of the box. That means you can be flying in just the time it takes to charge the battery!

 

Durable Design
Durable Design

Construction with advanced EPS material delivers a lightweight yet durable airframe. In the unfortunate event you damage any airframe parts or components and can't repair them, a full line of replacement/spare parts is readily available.

Optional Floats
Optional Floats

Turn the Sport Cub S 2 into a float plane with the optional float set (sold separately). Installation takes just a few minutes and all the necessary hardware is included with the airplane and float set.

Product Specs

Approximate Assembly Time
No assembly required
Battery
Sold Separately
Charger
Sold Separately
Completion Level
Bind-N-Fly Basic
Connector Type
PH 1.5 (Ultra Micro)
LiPo Compatibility
1S
Material
EPO
Minimum Required Radio
6-channel
Power Type
Electric
Product Length
16.3 in (414.5mm)
Product Weight
2.0 oz (57g)
Radio
Sold Separately
Receiver
Included
Servos
Included
Skill Level
Level 1
Speed Control
Included
Technology
AS3X and SAFE
Trim Scheme Colors
Blue
Wingspan
24.3" (617 mm)

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FAQ

Yes, the optional float are part number EFLUA1190 Float Set

Yes, absolutely.

Yes you can bind the NX8 with the Sport Cub S 2 BNF. Use the airplane&#x27;s manual transmitter setup (settings for DX6,DX9,DX10T,DX18)

Wingspan 23.4&quot; (61mm) Length: 16.3&quot; (414.5mm) Weight: 2 ozs (57g)

The motor item number is HBZ4429. The gearbox/mount item number is HBZ4430.

Product Details

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In The Box
  • (1) HobbyZone® Sport Cub S 2
  • (1) Electric Motor (installed)
  • (2) Linear Servos (installed)
  • (1) Spektrum™ Receiver, ESC and (2) Servo Control Unit (installed)
  • (1) Product Manual
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Needed to Complete
  • (1) Full-range 6+ Channel Spektrum™ DSMX®/DSM2® Compatible 2.4GHz Transmitter
  • (1) 1S 3.7V 150–200mAh LiPo battery with Ultra-Micro connector
  • (1) Compatible LiPo charger
Sport Cub S 2 BNF Basic with SAFE