Product Details
The E-Flite® Decathlon RJG 1.2m was highly rated and reviewed as one of the most convenient, best handling, and fun to fly models of the iconic full-scale aerobatic trainer. The E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m delivers all the same great features and performance of the RJG model - plus more too - and by popular demand, is now factory-finished with one of the most iconic trim schemes!
Key Features
- A scale model of the full-scale aerobatic trainer that's factory-finished in one of the most iconic trim schemes
- Popular 3S and 4S 2200-3200mAh batteries deliver excellent performance and flight times
- 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current, RPM, and other data via compatible receivers and transmitters
- Four improved and factory-installed digital and metal-geared servos with ball-link-equipped linkages
- Functional LED landing and navigation lights for added scale looks
In The Box
- (1) E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m with:
- (1) Spektrum Brushless Outrunner Motor (installed)
- (4) Spektrum Digital and Metal-Geared Servos (installed)
- (1) Spektrum Avian 45-Amp Smart Lite Brushless ESC (installed)
- (1) Product Manual
Needed to Complete
- Full-range 4+ channel compatible transmitter
- 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V 2200-3200mAh LiPo with EC3 or IC3 Connector
- Compatible LiPo charger
E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m RC Airplane Introduction
Pilots and instructors widely regard the Super Decathlon as one of the best aerobatic trainers in full-scale aviation. Its iconic design traces its roots back to the Aeronca Champ and Citabria, but was upgraded with inverted fuel and oil systems, plus a nearly symmetrical wing, to allow it to perform "outside" and inverted maneuvers with ease. The original E-Flite® Decathlon RJG 1.2m quickly became known as one of the most capable, well-equipped, and easiest-to-fly models of the American aviation classic. Now it's available again with one of the most recognizable and iconic Super Decathlon trim and colour schemes, featuring all the same great features and performance of the original – and even more! Featuring the same "friendly handling" airfoil and wing design, it's capable of smooth sport flying for low-time and intermediate pilots to more aggressive aerobatic flying for experienced pilots, without the "bad manners" many other Super Decathlon models are known for. It features LED landing and navigation lights along with a variety of scale details to deliver an authentic flying experience. The Super Decathlon also features improved digital, metal-geared servos throughout, along with a 3S- and 4S-compatible power system including a 45A Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart Lite ESC. Plus, the BNF Basic version now features an upgraded AR631+ receiver, delivering real-time telemetry data alongside enhanced AS3X+, SAFE Select, and Smart Transmitter File (STF) technologies.
E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m RC Airplane Overview
Take the next step into, hone your skills, and perform basic to aggressive aerobatics with the E-Flite® Super Decathlon 1.2m – one of the most capable and best-handling models of the classic aerobatic trainer ever! Like the original Decathlon RJG 1.2m, it's a replica of the aviation icon that's flown by professional pilots in airshows and pilots learning to fly aerobatics at their local airport. It's factory-finished with the popular and extremely recognizable red, white, and black "starburst" trim scheme, plus it features a variety of scale details, including functional LED landing and navigation lights, wheel pants, and wing struts. The one-piece wing is easy to install/remove thanks to hands-free connections and thumbscrews, and the struts snap into/out of place without the need for any fasteners or tools – even though it's conveniently sized to be easy to store and transport without disassembly! Improved digital and metal-geared servos, along with ball-link equipped linkages, provide even more precise and reliable control for smooth sport to aggressive aerobatic flying. Both versions feature a 3S and 4S 2200–3200mAh compatible power system, including a 45-amp Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart Lite ESC. The BNF Basic version is also equipped with an upgraded AR631+ receiver to deliver real-time telemetry data, enhanced AS3X+, optional-use SAFE Select and motor reversing, and a convenient Smart Transmitter File. All these details and features combine to deliver a convenient and extremely capable scale model that's an excellent choice for low-time, intermediate, and experienced pilots!
E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m RC Airplane Features
- Specially tuned motor compatible with 3S and 4S batteries without the need for modifications or upgrades
- 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC provides real-time battery voltage, current, RPM, and other data via compatible receivers and transmitters
- Tool-free wing assembly with quick-release struts for convenient storage and transport
- Fast and easy bolt-together assembly – no glue or special tools required
- Convenient top-mounted hatch provides easy access to the battery
- Simple and durable aluminum landing gear with wheel pants
- Wingspan: 1212 mm
- Battery type: 3S-4S with EC3 or IC3 Connector
- Weight: 1106 g
- Length: 880 mm
Overview
The E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m PNP is a factory-finished scale replica of one of aviation's most iconic aerobatic trainers, now available as a plug-and-play ready-to-fly RC aircraft for experienced pilots. Built upon the highly acclaimed E-flite Decathlon RJG 1.2m platform, this upgraded model delivers all the same exceptional handling characteristics and performance whilst adding even more capability and features by popular demand. The Super Decathlon 1.2m arrives dressed in the instantly recognisable red, white and black starburst trim scheme that has made the full-scale aircraft legendary in aerobatic circles, combining authentic scale detail with genuine aerobatic performance that appeals to serious RC enthusiasts seeking a versatile, well-engineered aircraft.
Whether you're an intermediate RC pilot looking to expand your skills into aerobatic flying or an experienced flyer seeking a capable platform for both smooth sport flying and aggressive manoeuvres, the Super Decathlon 1.2m PNP offers remarkable versatility. Pilots and instructors worldwide regard the full-scale Super Decathlon as one of the finest aerobatic trainers ever built, and E-flite has faithfully captured that character in this 1.2-metre RC model. Its lineage traces back through the Aeronca Champ and Citabria designs, but the Super Decathlon features inverted fuel and oil systems plus a nearly symmetrical wing that enables it to perform outside and inverted aerobatic manoeuvres with ease. This brushless RC aircraft is ideal for UK RC enthusiasts who want a serious aerobatic performer without the learning curve of more demanding models.
The PNP (Plug-and-Play) configuration means the Super Decathlon 1.2m arrives with the power system and servos already factory-installed and professionally tuned, saving you assembly time while ensuring optimal performance out of the box. Simply install your preferred compatible receiver, complete the straightforward bolt-together airframe assembly, connect your battery, and you're ready to experience genuine aerobatic capability. This is not a beginner's first aircraft—it's a Skill Level 3 model intended for experienced RC pilots who have successfully assembled and flown comparable models such as the E-flite T-28 Trojan 1.1m, Valiant 1.3m, or Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m.
Key Features
- Factory-finished iconic starburst trim scheme — The Super Decathlon 1.2m arrives fully painted and decorated in the instantly recognisable red, white and black starburst colour pattern that makes the full-scale aircraft legendary, eliminating the need for painting and allowing you to start flying immediately without cosmetic work.
- Spektrum brushless outrunner motor with 3S/4S compatibility — The specially tuned brushless motor is factory-optimised to deliver excellent thrust on 3S 2200mAh batteries for smooth sport flying, or enhanced speed and unlimited vertical aerobatic performance on 4S 3200mAh batteries, all without requiring any modifications or upgrades to the power system.
- 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite brushless ESC — This advanced electronic speed controller provides real-time telemetry data including battery voltage, current draw, and motor RPM via compatible receivers and transmitters, giving you crucial in-flight information to manage your battery and optimise flight performance.
- Four improved digital metal-geared servos with ball-link equipped linkages — Factory-installed Spektrum digital servos with metal gearing deliver precise, reliable control response for smooth sport flying through to aggressive aerobatic manoeuvres, whilst ball-link equipped control linkages ensure smooth, backlash-free operation throughout your flight envelope.
- Functional LED landing and navigation lights — Scale-authentic LED lighting systems enhance the realism of your flights and improve visibility during flying sessions, adding a professional touch to your aerobatic operations.
- Tool-free wing assembly with quick-release struts — The one-piece wing installs and removes without any fasteners or tools thanks to hands-free connections and quick-release struts that snap into place, making the aircraft conveniently portable and easy to store or transport to your local flying field.
- Fast bolt-together assembly requiring no glue or special tools — The airframe is engineered for rapid assembly using only standard tools you already possess, allowing you to progress from unboxing to flight-ready status in less time than it takes to fully charge a battery.
- Top-mounted battery hatch for easy access — The conveniently positioned hatch design allows quick and straightforward battery installation and removal without requiring any disassembly of the aircraft structure.
- Durable aluminium landing gear with wheel pants — The scale-detailed landing gear features robust aluminium construction combined with protective wheel pants that add authentic appearance whilst safeguarding the gear during ground operations and landings.
- Aerobatic-capable wing design with friendly handling characteristics — The nearly symmetrical wing profile inherited from the original Decathlon RJG enables both smooth, stable flight for recreational flying and full aerobatic capability for inverted manoeuvres and outside loops, without exhibiting the difficult handling characteristics common to many other aerobatic aircraft.
Technical Performance
The E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m PNP combines impressive aeronautical engineering with modern brushless RC technology to deliver a genuinely capable aerobatic performer. The airframe measures 1212mm in wingspan and 880mm in length, presenting a manageable size that's easy to transport and store whilst maintaining the scale proportions and authentic handling characteristics of the full-scale aircraft. At 1106 grams all-up weight, the model achieves an excellent power-to-weight ratio that supports both smooth sport flying and aggressive aerobatic manoeuvres without excessive stress on the airframe. The factory-installed Spektrum brushless outrunner motor is specifically tuned to operate efficiently across both 3S 11.1V and 4S 14.8V battery configurations with 2200–3200mAh capacity ratings, accepting either EC3 or IC3 connector types for flexibility in battery selection. The 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite brushless ESC is rated to handle the motor's output safely whilst remaining responsive enough for precision aerobatic control inputs, and crucially, it provides real-time telemetry monitoring through compatible Spektrum receivers and transmitters, allowing you to track battery voltage, current consumption and motor RPM throughout your flight. The four factory-installed Spektrum digital servos with metal gearing deliver the control precision necessary for smooth aerobatic flying, with ball-link equipped linkages eliminating backlash and ensuring crisp, responsive control authority across the entire flight envelope. The combination of premium components throughout creates a complete, balanced aerobatic platform that's ready to deliver authentic Super Decathlon performance without requiring expensive upgrades or modifications.
What's in the Box
- E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m airframe with factory-applied red, white and black starburst trim scheme
- Spektrum brushless outrunner motor (pre-installed)
- Spektrum Avian 45-amp Smart Lite brushless ESC (pre-installed)
- Four Spektrum digital metal-geared servos (pre-installed)
- Product manual with assembly and operation instructions
What You Need to Complete
- Full-range 4+ channel compatible transmitter and receiver system (sold separately)
- One 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V LiPo battery rated 2200–3200mAh capacity with EC3 or IC3 connector
- Compatible LiPo battery charger
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the E-flite Super Decathlon 1.2m PNP suitable for beginner RC pilots? — No, this is not recommended for beginners. The Super Decathlon 1.2m is classified as Skill Level 3 and is intended exclusively for experienced RC pilots who have already successfully assembled and flown comparable models such as the T-28 Trojan 1.1m, Valiant 1.3m, or Turbo Timber Evolution 1.5m. The PNP version requires you to install a receiver without the convenience of pre-tuned AS3X+ and SAFE Select technologies, adding additional setup complexity. If you're new to RC flying, you should start with a dedicated trainer aircraft before progressing to the Super Decathlon.
- What battery specifications does this brushless RC aircraft require? — The Super Decathlon 1.2m accepts either 3S 11.1V or 4S 14.8V lithium polymer batteries with capacity ratings between 2200–3200mAh. Both EC3 and IC3 connector types are supported. A 3S 2200mAh battery provides good sport flying performance, whilst upgrading to a 4S 3200mAh battery delivers significantly more speed and enables unlimited vertical aerobatic performance. No modifications are required to switch between 3S and 4S batteries.
- How does the Super Decathlon 1.2m compare to other aerobatic RC aircraft? — The Super Decathlon 1.2m builds directly upon the acclaimed Decathlon RJG 1.2m platform, maintaining the same friendly handling characteristics and proven airframe whilst adding improved digital metal-geared servos, enhanced factory finishing with the iconic starburst trim scheme, and the same 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC with telemetry capability. The nearly symmetrical wing design allows both smooth sport flying for intermediate pilots and full aerobatic capability for experienced flyers, without the difficult handling traits common to many other aerobatic models. The emphasis is on approachable, capable aerobatic performance rather than competition-level intensity.
- What transmitter and receiver system do I need? — You need to supply a full-range 4+ channel transmitter and receiver system with EC3 or IC3 battery connector compatibility. Spektrum systems are recommended as the ESC and servos are Spektrum components, allowing access to Smart telemetry features, though other compatible 4+ channel systems will function with the aircraft. The PNP version does not include a receiver, so you must purchase this separately.
- How quickly can I assemble and fly this model? — Assembly is remarkably fast because the motor, ESC and servos arrive factory-installed and professionally tuned. You only need to install your receiver, complete the straightforward bolt-together airframe assembly using standard tools, insert your battery, and perform pre-flight checks. Most experienced pilots can have the aircraft flight-ready in under an hour, often in less time than a full battery charge cycle takes.
- What makes the Super Decathlon design special for aerobatics? — The full-scale Super Decathlon features inverted fuel and oil systems and a nearly symmetrical wing profile that enable it to perform outside loops and fully inverted manoeuvres with ease. E-flite's 1.2m model faithfully captures this capability, allowing experienced pilots to perform the complete aerobatic envelope without the unforgiving handling characteristics that plague many other aerobatic designs. The wing design provides stable sport flying characteristics whilst supporting aggressive aerobatic flying.
- Is this a PNP or RTR model, and what's the difference? — The Super Decathlon 1.2m is a PNP (Plug-and-Play) model, meaning it arrives with the power system and servos installed but does not include a receiver, transmitter or battery. You must provide these items separately. A BNF Basic version with pre-installed receiver is available separately if you prefer a more integrated solution. RTR (Ready-to-Run) models include everything needed except the battery, whilst PNP requires more of your input but offers flexibility in receiver and transmitter selection.
- What flight times can I expect? — Flight duration depends upon your battery capacity, flying style and aircraft loading. With a 3S 2200mAh battery and moderate sport flying, expect approximately 15–20 minutes of flight time. 4S 3200mAh batteries typically extend this to 20–25 minutes. Aggressive aerobatic flying with maximum throttle will reduce flight times accordingly. Most pilots keep multiple batteries to maximise continuous flying sessions.
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