E-flite Blue Angels F-18 Hornet 80mm ARF Plus EDF Jet Airplane (980mm)

The E-Flite Blue Angels F-18 Hornet 80mm Bind-N-Fly Basic Electric Ducted Fan Plus Jet is an exciting replica of the F/A-18 that has served the U.S. Navy Blue Angels since 1986. Designed by McDonnell Douglas (now Boeing) and Northrop, the F/A-18s flown by the Blue Angels are nearly the same as those used by the Navy and Marine Corps as both fighters and attack platforms. The weapons are removed, a smoke-oil tank is installed, and the control stick spring system is adjusted to offer more precise control. 

The E-flite F-18 Blue Angels 80mm EDF provides an exceptional flying experience highlighted by an abundance of Extra Scale details and functional features including LED lights, full-flying stabs, operational flaps and more, while also being factory-finished to pay tribute to the iconic demo team. There are ten factory-installed metal-geared servos in both versions, and you can install the compatible receiver and an 80mm EDF power system — from another similar class model or using other compatible components — of your choice in the ARF Plus version. Or, the BNF Basic version comes factory-equipped with a Spektrum receiver that includes exclusive AS3X and optional-use SAFE Select technologies, along with a V2 12-blade 80mm fan, high-RPM brushless in-runner motor and 100A ESC to deliver fantastic performance with 6S 4000–7000mAh LiPo batteries. This power system also provides better performance and longer flight times than the 6S-compatible power systems used in larger models — plus it offers a turbine-like sound! Constructed of durable, fully-molded EPO material, no glue is required for assembly and it can be ready to fly in less time than other similar class models.

Features:

• The best handling high-performance F-18 EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) jet model yet
• Scale replica of the iconic aircraft flown by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels demonstration team
• Factory-applied trim scheme with decal sheet to apply the number designation of your choice
• Extra Scale details including removable ordnance and tanks, painted landing gear, molded-in panel lines and more
• Functional Extra Scale features including LED lights, full-flying stabs, flaps, main and nose gear doors
• V2 12-blade 80mm fan delivers excellent top speed and vertical performance plus turbine-like sound
• Factory-installed, high-power 6S-compatible brushless in-runner motor and 100-amp ESC
• Fits a wide range of 6S batteries from 4000-7000mAh to deliver class-leading flight times
• Ten factory-installed metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages
• Spektrum AR636 6-channel receiver with industry-leading 2.4GHz DSMX® technology
• Electric retracts with scale painted shock-absorbing, trailing-link struts
• No glue required for assembly and can be ready to fly in less time than it takes to charge a battery
• Two-piece wing that bolts into place and a magnetically secured nose cone
• Convenient top hatch with clear canopy, cockpit detail and a pilot figure
• Extremely durable, fully molded EPO airframe

Specifications:

Approximate Flight Time: 3 - 5 minutes

Battery: Sold Separately

CG (Center of Gravity): 2.75 - 3.07" (70 -78mm) from leading edge of the wing where it meets the fuselage

Charger: Sold Separately

Completion Level: Almost Ready to Fly

Fan Size: 80mm EDF

Flying Weight: 2001-25000g

Power Type: Electric

Landing Gear: 100 degree rotating electric retracts

Material: Foam

Minimum Required Radio: 6-channel

Minimum Speed Control: 100A, Sold seperately

Product Length: 53.1" (1349 mm)

Product Weight: 7.5lbs (3402g)

Receiver: Sold Separately

Recommended Motor Battery: 6S 4000 - 7000mAh 30C+ LiPo w/EC5 or IC5 connector

Scale: 1/12

Servos: Included

Speed Control: Included

Transmitter Range: Full

Trim Scheme Colors: Blue Angels

Wingspan: 38.6" (980mm) 

Includes:

Needed to Complete:

• Full-range 6+ channel transmitter and receiver
• Compatible 80mm fan unit, motor and ESC
• Compatible LiPo battery
• Compatible LiPo charger