E-flite Micro DRACO 800mm BNF Basic with AS3X and SAFE Select

Mike Patey’s undeniable passion, exceptional drive, and work ethic (Back to Work™) have led to him
designing and building some of the most unique and incredible aircraft – while his infectious enthusiasm
has inspired thousands of people to enjoy RC and full-scale aviation along the way! Starting with a
Wilga 2000 and replacing its Lycoming O-540 piston engine with a Pratt & Whitney PT6A-28 turboprop
boasting about twice the power at half the weight, then many additional modifications later, Mike
proudly unveiled his “ultimate bush plane.” It could go to the same places as a Carbon Cub but climb
twice as fast, reach altitudes up to 28,000 feet, and cruise cross-country at 180 MPH while carrying
four people plus gear. Changes from the Wilga were so extensive that the FAA approved Mike’s redesign as
an experimental exhibition aircraft. The E-flite DRACO 2.0m was equally unique and astounding, and since
its release, it’s become one of the best-selling RC aircraft ever! But many pilots have asked for a
smaller version that’s more convenient, easier to fly, and most importantly–is more affordable too. The
Micro DRACO 800mm delivers in every way to offer the most practical and fun-to-fly replica for
intermediate to experienced pilots yet!.Inspired by the incredible ingenuity and effort Mike Patey put into building the full-sized aircraft,
E-flite delivered the first officially licensed scale replica of his ultimate bush plane – the amazing
DRACO 2.0m. Since its release, many pilots have dreamt of and asked for a scaled-down version that’s
more affordable, convenient, and easier to fly in more places and smaller spaces! The E-flite Micro
DRACO 800mm is precisely that, and is slightly larger than UMX™ (Ultra Micro eXtreme) and other
ultra-micro class models to better replicate the complex design while also including as many scale
details as possible. It’s still small and light enough to fly in large yards, small parks, sports
fields, and beyond. Yet, it also features many surface details, including molded-in rivets, panel lines,
control surface corrugation, antennas, steps, wingtip “stinger” skids, and more. Functional features
include LED navigation, landing and simulated strobe lights, flaps, and a steerable tailwheel.
Oversized, tundra-style tires on the sprung wire main gear with simulated KING shocks soak up bumps and
provide excellent prop clearance while also making it possible to take off from and land on paved, dirt,
gravel, and even the grass surfaces found at many parks and sports fields..The high-power brushless outrunner motor can drive the scale 4-blade propeller with a 3S 300mAh battery
for smooth and scale-like flight and even to perform basic aerobatics. Or you can use a 4S 300mAh
battery without any modifications or upgrades for better-than-scale vertical performance and more
aggressive aerobatic flying! The factory-installed Spektrum receiver and ESC deliver real-time telemetry
data, including overall battery voltage, current, motor RPM, and more, to compatible AirWare™ equipped
transmitters. Plus, the receiver is also equipped with exclusive and expertly-tuned AS3X so it feels
like you’re flying a larger model – even in some wind – along with optional-use SAFE Select technology
that makes it easier to fly successfully after you’ve mastered flying at least one or two previous RC
aircraft! Best of all, Micro DRACO arrives factory-finished with a premium, fully-painted plus decal
trim scheme and mostly factory-assembled with a separate one-piece wing that can be installed or removed
quickly and easily with a single screw. It all adds up to offer an authentic – yet more affordable and
convenient – DRACO flying experience, including unmatched STOL (Short Take Off and Landing), scale, and
beyond flight performance!.Micro DRACO is a Bind-N-Fly® (BNF) Basic aircraft that includes a Spektrum receiver equipped with
industry-leading DSMX/DSM2 technology so intermediate to experienced RC pilots can use their own
compatible transmitter, battery, and charger. An ULTIMATE Combo including the BNF Basic airplane, a
Spektrum transmitter, Smart charger, adapter, and battery – plus a copy of the RealFlight Trainer
Edition RC Flight Simulator – is also available that includes everything needed to fly and saves you
more than $70 compared to purchasing all of the items separately!.Are you new to flying RC (Radio Controlled) aircraft? If you are, we recommend learning to fly with one
of our purpose-built trainer aircraft, such as the HobbyZone® Carbon Cub S 2 1.3m. Based on the Carbon
Cub Mike’s wife, Chandra Patey, used to fly, 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.