Matt Chapman 580 Flatout

Based on the full-scale airshow favorite flown by Matt Chapman, this "flat foamy" is made the Great Planes way — straight, strong, easy on the eyes, and outrageous in 3D action.

  • Excels at the low speeds and tight turns needed for flying indoors.
  • Goes together fast...without tape!
  • Includes T-370 brushed motor with 5:1 gearbox and slow fly prop.

Parts Layout


Fly in just 2-3 hours! Using foam-safe CA and the supplied custom hardware, you'll easily assemble the CAP's pre-printed foam panels and carbon rods into a sturdy, great-looking 3D model.



Motor, Gearbox & Prop
A powerful T-370 brushed motor and gearbox are included and ready for installation. Also supplied are a slow fly propeller and prop saver that enables it to deflect at landing.



Matt Chapman
"It's always a thrill to accomplish spectacular aerobatics - whether I'm piloting my CAP 580 for airshow crowds or flying the FlatOuts model at a park with friends."
Matt Chapman
Matt Chapman
Commercial & Airshow Pilot



Control Horns
Control Horns
The control horns have a larger than normal hole that fits the Z-bend pushrod connector without slop. The control does double duty as a hinge, reducing weight and assuring correct linkage geometry.



Landing Gear
Landing Gear
Molded strut supports hold the 2 mm carbon rod landing gear legs in position. They're also braced at the fuselage, wing and wheels for a strong, properly reinforced landing gear.



Amazing Control Throw
Amazing Control Throw
Large servo arms and control horns offer up to 80 degree deflection.


Clip-Hinge System
Clip-Hinge System
Clip-Hinges allow control surfaces to pop off in a crash and avoid damage.



Z-Bends
Z-Bends
A large bearing surface on the Z-bends reduces wear to prevent slop, unlike linkage systems that rely on small wire Z-bends. To make installation simple, the 1 mm carbon rod is secured in the Z-bend with a drop of CA.



Tailwheel
Tailwheel
The tail gear pivots on the carbon fin post, allowing the snap-in tailwheel to steer the airplane while on the ground.






SPECIFICATIONS
Stock Number: GPMA1112
Wingspan: 36 in (915 mm)
Wing Area: 222 in² (14.3 dm²)
Weight: 7.5-9 oz (215-255 g)
Wing Loading: 4.9-5.8 oz/ft² (15-18 g/dm²)
Length: 30.5 in (770 mm)
Includes: T-370 motor, 5:1 gearbox, prop
Requires: 4-channel radio w/3 micro servos (10 grams or less), 10-amp ESC, 3S 640mAh LiPo battery pack, charger

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