The Flex Aviator 40E captures the spirit of 1950’s general aviation with a modern twist by combining the latest in modern innovation with timeless style.
Whether you’re earning your pilot wings, or looking for graceful scale-inspired flight, gently touchdowns on water, or even performing breathtaking aerobatics, this aircraft does it all with style. The Aviator 40E’s expansive flight envelope and balanced airframe make it the ultimate choice for any pilot looking for an adventure in the skies.
Engineered with innovation in mind, the Aviator 40E includes the Aura 8 Advanced Flight Control System. Now with Level Assist – the Aura 8 makes taking off and flying the airplane a breeze and allows pilots to enjoy the beauty of flight! As the pilot progresses, they can also use the 3-axis mode which enhances the pilot’s experience, while not interfering with your control. The Aviator will fly as if it were bigger, and in less wind, even though it is as agile as you want it to be.
Everyone wants more power and more flight time for their aircraft, but performance enhancements have always been limited by the power system of 3S (11.1V) and 4S (14.8V) Li-Po’s they typically use. Going back to the drawing board, the Flex Innovations Team started over with a new idea: to use a totally redesigned power system, with a small, lightweight and inexpensive 6S (22.2V) LiPo to totally revolutionize the performance. What does this mean for you? No more dreaming, you really do get it all! More Power. More Flight Time. And most importantly; More Fun!
Take to the skies with the Flex Aviator 40E and discover a new level of RC aviation. From its remarkable flight characteristics to its timeless aesthetics, the Aviator 40E is built to inspire—and deliver—adventure like never before.
KEY FEATURES
Aura 8 AFCS w/ Level Assist
Dualsky 3520 ECO 510KV Brushless motor
Flex Speed-Lock on wings
(6) DS17HV Servos Installed
Removeable Battery Tray
Navigation lights and optional night version LEDs
FEATURES
- Designed by World Champion, Quique Somenzini
- HUGE battery range from 6s 1800mAh – 6s 3500mAh LiPo batteries
- Light wing loading, with large control surfaces for an incredibly wide flight envelope, and the ultimate performance
- Dualsky 3520 ECO 510KV Brushless motor
- Float Ready Airframe
- Live-wing couples the flaps and ailerons for roll control, increasing the Aviator’s maneuverability.
- Optional Night Version includes internally mounted LED’s in the wings and fuselage, and spot lights on the tail to illuminate the aircraft!
- Aileron and flap servos connect to the fuselage with a single connection per wing
- Scale navigation and landing lights installed (both Day & Night Versions)
- Enhanced scale realism with imitation windows
- Ball linkages on all servo and control horn connections for smooth, reliable control
- Rudder and elevator servos mounted in tail for precise control
- Traditional-style hinges offer free movement and great reliability over other hinging methods
- Innovative plywood sub frame and hollow EPO construction is lightweight, while remaining stiff
- (6) DS17HV High-Voltage Digital servos are factory-installed for easy assembly and precise control
- Gemfan Vortex 13×6.5 prop for excellent grip and efficency
- Hobbywing 50A with 7.4V/8A BEC provides silky smooth throttle response and reliability
- Custom control horns for optimized throw and precision
- Two NEW distinctive Clint Sweet Designs color schemes
- Factory-applied trim scheme
Aura 8 AFCS Elevates your flying experience!
Designed to bring out the best in every pilot, the Aura 8 delivers smooth, precise control, making every flight an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re learning, improving, or simply refining your flying to the highest level, the Aura 8 provides the confidence and precision needed to push your flying further. With intuitive features and advanced flight assistance, this system makes flying more accessible and enjoyable than ever.
Now Even More Beginner-Friendly!
The Aviator 40E comes equipped with the Aura 8 AFCS’s 1.25+ firmware featuring 6-Axis Level Assist and Launch Assist making it the perfect companion for learning to fly or even for pilots that want a little more reassurance out of the box!
Launch Assist
Takeoff Assist
Standard Flight
More Than Just a Gyro – A True Flight Controller
The Aura 8 AFCS (Advanced Flight Control System) is more than just a gyro—it’s a full-featured flight controller. This means that all rates, expos, mixes, and other critical settings are handled through the Aura. On our SUPER PNP Models, we take the guesswork out of setup by providing a pre-programmed Aura so you can focus on flying right out of the box. This means all rates, expos, mixes, and gyro settings are expertly tuned by the Flex Innovations Design Team. From smooth and precise handling to aggressive aerobatics, every setting is optimized to deliver the best possible flight experience. We’ve done the hard part of tuning for you!
Quickly Switch between 3-axis and 6-axis profiles with Quick-Flip Procedure!
- With the transmitter powered off,
- Connect the battery to power up the Airplane. The Blue LED will flash indicating Gyro Calibration. After it stops flashing, orient the model with a straight down nose attitude and keep it still.
- The Aura will detect this orientation and switch the profile after a few seconds.
- When the profile switches, the servos will power up and center. The elevator will then move 3 times to indicate that flight mode 1 is in 3-Axis Standard Flight mode or 6 times to indicate flight mode 1 is in 6-Axis Level Assist mode.
- Once the elevator deflections conclude, return the model to a level attitude and disconnect the battery.
- Turn ON your transmitter and connect your battery as normal. Use your flight mode switch to check the Flight Modes act as expected and go fly!
- Quick-Flip Procedure can also be used to switch back from 6-Axis Level Assist mode on flight mode 1 to 3-Axis Standard Flight mode on flight mode 1.
RECOMMENDED COMPLETION ITEMS:
- Potenza 6S 2200mAh 45C battery (FPZB22006S45)
- Potenza 6S 2600mAh 45C battery (FPZB26006S45)
- Minimum 7 Channel Computer Transmitter Required (8 Channels Recommended for all ‘Expert’ features, excluding TX switchable Night LEDs)
- Serial Receiver
OTHER OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
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- Aviator 40E Bush Wheel Landing Gear Set
- Aviator 40E Float Set with LEDs
- Premium Wing Bag
- Flex 13×6 Carbon Fiber Propeller
- Premium Propeller Cover
- 3S 500mAh Li-Po (for Night LEDs)
- HobbyWing ESC V2 Programming Card
Get your Flex SUPER PNP with the Spektrum 4651T Receiver INSTALLED and ready to bind!
Take your Aviator 40E SUPER PNP experience to the next level with our latest 4651T installation option. With this upgrade, we’ll handle everything: installing your 4651T receiver and mounting securing antennas in 90-degree orientation, updating your Aura AFCS system to the latest firmware, and setting it up to work seamlessly with the Spektrum 4651T receiver.
All you need to do is program your transmitter with the settings provided in your Aviator’s instructions, bind, and get ready to fly! This streamlined process means more time in the air with less hassle on the ground.
Thomas Black (verified owner) –
Great airplane with a few minor flaws. First, the assembly. Most everything went together smoothly except for the horizonal stab. The part that the stab was supposed to screw into was not centered in the fuselage correctly. I had to drill a new hole on the left half to get the screw to go in. I ended up gluing the horizonal stab to make sure everything was secure. On to the wing. On the left flap the foam at the hinge had pulled apart. I just required some foam tack to put it back right. All other hinge points were OK. One other issue. I hate, hate, hate wire landing gear.While this has not given any trouble a plane of this caliber should have carbon fiber gear. I hope to see some as an upgrade in the near future.
Now the flying, I am very pleased with the performance of the plane. I had it set in expert profile. Used the sport setting for the initial trim flight. I had to put in some down trim, but that was all. After saving the trim settings using Quick Trim, I was ready for the second flight using the intermediate setting. It was a real pleasure to fly. Knife edge, inverted flight, spins, loops, this plane can do it all. I have not explored the 3-D setting yet, but look forward to doing so.
I set my plane up using a 3300 6S battery. I am sure I’ll get in excess of 6 minutes flying time . This is my 7th or 8th Flex Innovations plane. This lives up to what I have come to expect from Flex. I’m sure I’ll enjoy this one for a long time.