Decathlon RJG 1.2m PNP

The E-flite® Decathlon RJG 1.2m is convenient and capable, plus it’s one of the best-handling models of the iconic full-scale aerobatic trainer! It’s also a replica of the Decathlon that RJ Gritter (RJG) flies in airshows, sporting a classic yet modernized trim scheme.

THE CHAMPION OF AEROBATIC TRAINERS!

The Decathlon is widely known to be 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 E-flite® Decathlon RJG 1.2m is a conveniently sized replica of the Decathlon that RJ Gritter
(RJG) flies. RJ is a nearly lifelong RC pilot who started competing in aerobatics at age 16 in both
national and international events. His passion for RC aerobatic flying also led to a strong interest in
full-scale aerobatic flying. RJ designed a new scheme for his Decathlon for the 2024 airshow season and
was also involved in the development of this one-of-a-kind model that's capable of smooth sport flying
along with more aggressive aerobatic flying too! It features LED landing and navigation lights plus a
variety of scale details to deliver an authentic flying experience perfect for low-time and intermediate
pilots interested in honing their aerobatic skills, and experienced pilots focused on performing the
most aggressive aerobatics. It's equipped with digital, metal-geared servos all around, plus a 3S and 4S
compatible power system featuring a 45A Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC. The BNF Basic version is also
equipped with an AR631 receiver to deliver real-time telemetry data along with AS3X and SAFE Select
technologies.

Features

A scale model of the iconic full-scale aerobatic trainer that's a replica of the Decathlon RJ
Gritter flies in airshows across the U.S.

Specially tuned motor compatible with 3S and 4S batteries without the need for modifications or
upgrades

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 factory-installed digital and metal-geared servos with ball-link-equipped linkages

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

Functional LED landing/navigation lights for added scale looks

Simple and durable aluminum landing gear with wheel pants

Overview

The E-flite Decathlon RJG 1.2m is one of the most capable and best-handling models of the iconic
aerobatic trainer ever! It's a replica of the Decathlon that RJ Gritter (RJG) flies in airshows across
the United States and sports a classic yet modernized red, white, and blue trim scheme. It also 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 and remove thanks to hands-free connections and
thumbscrews, and the struts snap into/out of place without the need for any fasteners or tools –
though it's already conveniently sized to be easy to store and transport without disassembly! Digital
and metal-geared servos along with ball-link equipped linkages provide precise and reliable control for
smooth sport to aggressive aerobatic flying. The 3S and 4S compatible power system features a 45-amp
Spektrum™ Avian™ Smart Lite ESC, and the BNF® Basic version is equipped with an AR631 receiver to
deliver real-time telemetry data along with AS3X® and optional-use SAFE® Select plus motor/thrust
reversing. All these details and features combine to deliver a very convenient and extremely capable
scale model that's a great choice for low-time and intermediate to experienced pilots!

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More info about RJ Gritter

"The son of a test pilot dad and a flight instructor mom, RJ has been in the cockpit his
entire life. Growing up around the airport in Greensboro, North Carolina, he started flying
before he was tall enough to see over the instrument panel! He soloed on his 16th birthday
and got his private pilot license on his 17th.

RJ developed a passion for aerobatics through radio-control (RC) flying. He started
competing in RC aerobatics at age 16 in national and international events, representing the
US in indoor precision and freestyle aerobatic championships. RC flying gave him a strong
background for "full-scale" aerobatic flying.

RJ earned his bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering from North Carolina State
University. After graduation, he moved to northern Virginia, just down the street from the
Bealeton Flying Circus! He got his Decathlon at the end of 2015 and has since flown over 800
hours in the airplane, flying his first airshow in 2016. Since then, he's flown hundreds of
performances and has loved every minute of it!"

Video Overview

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Skill Level 3 – Experience Required

Skill Level 3 aircraft, like this one, are suitable for more experienced RC pilots with the
skills to assemble, set up, and fly similar class models. This PNP version requires more
experience and skills to assemble and fly than the BNF Basic version because you must install a
receiver that does not already include properly tuned AS3X and SAFE Select technologies. It’s
not a suitable first-ever RC aircraft for new pilots or “next step after a trainer” model for
low-time to intermediate RC pilots. You should have the experience and skills necessary to
assemble and successfully fly models like the E-flite T-28 Trojan 1.1m, Valiant 1.3m, Turbo
Timber Evolution 1.5m, or other similar class models before attempting to fly the Decathlon RJG
1.2m.

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Plug-N-Play Completion Level

The Plug-N-Play (PNP) version comes out of the box with a factory-installed power system and servos that are ready to connect to the compatible receiver of your choice (sold separately), for use with the transmitter and battery you provide (also sold separately). Simply install the receiver, finish any final assembly, and fly!

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Spektrum Smart Technology

The Decathlon RJG 1.2m is equipped with an exclusive Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC that can
provide a variety of real-time power system-related telemetry data, including motor RPM,
current, battery voltage, and more – with Smart and non-Smart batteries – via
compatible
receivers (including the AR631) and Spektrum AirWare™ equipped transmitters (including the
DX6e and 8e, DX6 G2/3 and 8 G2, the DX9, NX6 to 20, iX12 to 20, and others) while you fly.
It also features optional-use motor/thrust reversing that offers special ground handling and
other capabilities!

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Versatile Power

The factory-installed brushless power system features a 45-amp Spektrum Avian Smart Lite ESC
plus a specially tuned motor that delivers an abundance of thrust with a 3S 2200mAh LiPo
battery, or more speed and unlimited vertical performance with up to a 4S 3200mAh battery
–
without the need for any modifications or upgrades!

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Scale Features

Functional LED landing and navigation lights, wing struts, and wheel pants are scale features
that take your experience to another level.

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RJG Trim Scheme

Factory-finished in the classic yet modernized red, white, and blue trim scheme featured on
the full-scale Decathlon RJ Gritter (RJG) – a lifelong full-scale and RC pilot –
flies in
airshows across the United States.

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Easy Assembly

No glue is required for final assembly, and you can have the Decathlon RJG 1.2m ready to fly
in less time than it takes to charge a battery! And although it's conveniently sized to fit
fully assembled in almost any vehicle, you can remove the one-piece wing for easier storage
and transport. Thumbscrews, hands-free connections, and quick-release struts mean you can
remove/install the wing in just a few minutes without using any tools.