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Champ Anniversary Special Edition 515mm RTF with SAFE

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HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Special Edition RC Airplane 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 updated and upgraded HobbyZone® Champ Anniversary Special Edition now features Horizon Hobby’s exclusive and innovative SAFE (Sensor Assisted Flight Envelope) technology. This technology helps prevent overcontrol, loss of orientation, and crashes, enabling nearly everyone to learn to fly successfully. Beginner 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/push of a button. This makes the Champ an even better version of the trainer many pilots learned to fly with! It’s also equipped with the advantages of Spektrum 2.4GHz DSMX which is the same technology that’s trusted by experienced RC pilots all around the world who fly some of the largest and most expensive aircraft.

And the fun doesn’t stop after you learn how to fly! The Champ’s powerful electric motor delivers long flight times and provides plenty of speed and power to perform basic aerobatic maneuvers like loops, stall turns, and more. That means the Champ is a model even experienced pilots will appreciate and enjoy flying – and can also be used to teach others to fly.

The Champ arrives 100% factory-assembled and ready to fly right out of the box—no assembly or setup required. The Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes everything needed to fly in one box and is a perfect choice for first-time to experienced pilots looking for maximum convenience and value. From the Spektrum MLP4DSM 2.4GHz controller/transmitter and the AA batteries for it, to the 1S 150mAh rechargeable LiPo (Lithium Polymer) battery and a convenient USB charger that can be used with a variety of USB power sources, there's nothing extra you need to buy or provide! A Bind-N-Fly (BNF) Basic version is also available for experienced pilots who want to use their favorite Spektrum DSMX/DSM2-equipped transmitter, batteries, and chargers they may already own.

Both versions feature construction with advanced EPS material to deliver a lightweight yet durable airframe that’s also easily repairable with odorless/foam-safe CA, Foam 2 Foam, epoxy, and other foam-friendly adhesives along with tape. Or, if you damage any airframe parts or components and can’t repair them, a full line of replacement/spare parts is readily available. Extra batteries are also available separately, including a higher capacity Spektrum 1S 210mAh battery (SPMX2101S50) that delivers more power and longer flight times. Optional 4-port (SPMXC1040) and 6-port (SPMXC1060) chargers are also available.

  • A Special Edition of one of the best-selling RC trainer airplanes of all time to celebrate the 25th anniversary of HobbyZone and the 40th anniversary of Horizon Hobby
  • 100% complete and ready to fly right out of the box – there’s nothing extra to buy, provide or assemble
  • Updated and upgraded with exclusive SAFE technology that helps prevent crashes and makes it even easier to learn how to fly
  • Spektrum controller/transmitter with industry-leading DSMX 2.4GHz technology
  • 1S 150mAh LiPo battery and USB charger for long flight times and convenient recharging

HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Special Edition RC Airplane Features

  • A Special Edition of one of the best-selling RC trainer airplanes of all time to celebrate the 25th anniversary of HobbyZone and the 40th anniversary of Horizon Hobby
  • 100% complete and ready to fly right out of the box – there’s nothing extra to buy, provide, or assemble
  • Updated and upgraded with exclusive SAFE technology that helps prevent crashes and makes it even easier to learn how to fly
  • Beginner and Experienced flight modes you can easily change between at the flip of a switch
  • Ultra-micro sized to fly in yards, parks, at sports fields, or even indoors over a basketball court
  • Spektrum controller/transmitter with industry-leading DSMX 2.4GHz technology
  • 3-channel control for everything from training to basic aerobatic flight capability
  • 1S 150mAh LiPo battery and USB charger for long flight times and convenient recharging
  • Powerful electric motor for easy operation and excellent performance
  • Lightweight yet durable construction perfect for first-time pilots
  • Full line of replacement/spare parts plus accessories available
  • No remote ID or FAA registration required (under the 250-gram weight limit)
Skill Level 1 for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Skill Level 1 – No Experience Required

Skill Level 1 aircraft like this one are perfect for beginners and first-time RC (Radio Controlled) pilots because no prior experience is required to fly them!

Ready-To-Fly Convenience for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Ready-To-Fly Convenience

This Ready-To-Fly (RTF) version includes a 4-channel transmitter equipped with Spektrum DSMX 2.4GHz technology and everything else you need to fly, including AA batteries for the transmitter, a rechargeable 1S 150mAh battery, and a USB charger. That means there’s nothing extra to buy so you can fly!

Fully Assembled for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Fully Assembled

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

Anniversary Special Edition for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Anniversary Special Edition

For 25 years, more people have learned to fly successfully with HobbyZone airplanes than any other brand. Since its opening in 1985, Horizon Hobby has become a global leader in radio control products and accessories. We have achieved our success by releasing innovative products, committing to our customers, and harnessing the efforts and skills of our employees. Today’s mission is the same as when we opened – provide our customers with quality products and services unparalleled by anyone else in the hobby industry. We push the boundaries of radio control enjoyment while also making our products accessible and affordable to more people.

Durable Design for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Durable Design

Construction with advanced EPS material delivers a lightweight yet durable airframe. It’s also easily repairable with odorless/foam-safe CA, Foam 2 Foam, epoxy, other foam-friendly adhesives, and tape. Or, if you damage any airframe parts or components and can’t repair them, a full line of replacement/spare parts is readily available.

Learn to Fly Successfully with SAFE® Technology for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Learn to Fly Successfully with SAFE® Technology

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

Beginner Mode for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Beginner Mode

In this flight mode, the airplane has pitch (up/down) and bank (left/right) angle limits that prevent overcontrol, 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 aircraft through the sky. Best of all, takeoffs are as simple as giving full throttle and letting the airplane fly off a suitable surface or giving it a quick hand launch, and landings are as easy as lowering the throttle and letting it glide to a landing on its own.

Experienced Mode for the HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Edition RC Plane
Experienced Mode

This flight mode has no pitch or bank angle limits, so you have complete control! You can even perform basic aerobatic maneuvers, including loops, stall turns, and more.

Product Specs

Battery
Included
CG (Center of Gravity)
30mm (±2mm)
Charger
Included
Completion Level
Ready-To-Fly
Minimum Required Radio
4+ channel full-range
Power Type
Electric
Product Length
14.3" (363 mm)
Product Weight
Flying Weight (w/1S 150mAh 50C battery): 1.9oz (53g) / Weight without Battery: 1.7oz (48g)
Propeller Size
130mm x 70mm
Radio
Included
Receiver
Included
Servos
Included
Skill Level
Level 1
Technology
SAFE
Wingspan
20.3" (516 mm)

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HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Special Edition RC Airplane Video

Over a decade, hundreds of thousands learned to fly RC airplanes with the original HobbyZone® Champ. Now it’s back – better than ever with exclusive SAFE technology – in a Special Edition to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Champ (released in 2010), the 25th anniversary of HobbyZone (est. 2000), and the 40th anniversary of Horizon Hobby (est. 1985)!
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In The Box
  • (1) HobbyZone Champ Anniversary Special Edition 515mm with:
  • (1) Coreless Motor (installed)
  • (1) Spektrum Receiver, ESC and (2) Servo Control Unit (installed)
  • (1) Spektrum MLP4DSM Controller/Transmitter (included)
  • (4) AA Alkaline Batteries (for the controller/transmitter, included)
  • (1) Spektrum 150mAh 1S 3.7V LiPo Battery (included)
  • (1) E-flite 1S LiPo Battery USB Charger (included)
  • (1) Product Manual
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Needed to Complete
  • Nothing! Everything you need to fly is included!
Champ Anniversary Special Edition 515mm RTF with SAFE

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