Jet - PilotRC - Matrix 96 - (approx. 2.4m) - green black white

The Pilot-RC Matrix 2.4 m ushers in a new generation of sport jets from Pilot-RC. Developed from several prototypes built and tested during 2025, it aims for a particularly interesting balance between presence in flight, performance, aerobatic capability, and ease of transport.

With its 2.24 m wingspan and 2.45 m length, the Matrix is large enough to offer excellent visibility and strong presence in flight, while still maintaining dimensions that are easier to manage than those of large competition jets.

Its fuselage, made entirely of composite materials, has been designed to minimize weight without sacrificing the rigidity required for sport flying and 3D aerobatics. Pilot-RC indicates a weight of about 13.1 kg with a JetCat P220 turbine and vector thrust nozzle. The final weight of this non-vector version will naturally depend on the turbine and equipment installed.

A modern and versatile sport jet

The Matrix 2.4 m is designed to fly with turbines between 140 and 190 N for sport flying. Pilot-RC also foresees turbines from 210 to 260 N for 3D setups equipped with vector thrust, a system not present on the version offered here.

Its aerodynamic design allows for combined use of flaps and ailerons. This mixing increases roll efficiency and produces axial rotations, while maintaining a single servo per aileron.

The model is aimed at pilots looking for a jet capable of performing fast flybys, large aerobatic maneuvers, low speed flying, and 3D maneuvers, without necessarily requiring a vector thrust setup.

Fully composite construction

The extremely lightweight fuselage is made entirely of composite materials. The paint scheme is applied on the outside of the mold, resulting in a uniform finish without visible seam lines.

The wings are joined by carbon tubes. The fiberglass control horns are already installed and painted. The linkages are prepared with ball joints to reduce the work needed when fitting out the jet.

A large mounting tray makes for clean, organized installation of the electronics. Much of the wiring can be hidden inside the fuselage, while dedicated passages are already provided for the stabilizer and rudder servo extensions.

Quick assembly and easy transport

The Matrix benefits from Pilot-RC's quick assembly system:

• wings can be mounted and removed without tools;
• the horizontal stabilizer is also removable without tools;
• wings and tail surfaces can be removed for transport;
• the fuselage separates into two parts, held together by only four screws;
• the nozzle remains installed in the rear part of the fuselage.

This architecture is a real advantage for a jet 2.45 m long. It reduces the space needed in your vehicle and greatly speeds up preparation at the field.

Electric retracts included

This version comes with an electric retractable landing gear specially developed for the Matrix 2.4 m. The system includes the struts, wheels with brakes, nosewheel steering, and associated mounting accessories.

The flexible carbon plates for the gear help absorb shocks during taxiing and landing.

Non-vector thrust configuration

The model offered by Flash RC is equipped with a standard nozzle. It does not include the vector thrust system.

This configuration is simpler to install and requires two fewer servos than the vector version. It is particularly suitable for versatile sport flying with a 140 to 190 N turbine.

Technical specifications

• Model: Matrix Sport Jet 2.4 m
• Type: sport and 3D RC jet
• Construction: fully composite fuselage
• Wingspan: 2,238 mm
• Length: 2,451 mm
• Pilot-RC reference weight: about 13.1 kg with P220 turbine and vector thrust nozzle
• Recommended turbine for sport flying: 140 to 190 N
• Turbine for vector 3D setup: 210 to 260 N
• Supplied configuration: standard nozzle, no vector thrust
• Landing gear: electric retracts included
• Fuel tank: 4,200 ml flexible bladder
• Initial center of gravity: 295 mm behind leading edge
• CG measurement: tank empty and gear extended
• Fuselage: splits into two parts
• Wings and stabilizer: removable without tools

Servos required for this non-vector version

Pilot-RC recommends the following servos:

• 2 standard servos of at least 48 kg for the flaps;
• 2 standard servos of at least 37 kg for the ailerons;
• 1 standard servo of at least 37 kg for the rudder;
• 2 mid-size servos of at least 21 kg for the elevator;
• 1 mid-size servo of at least 16 kg for the nose gear steering.

The non-vector thrust configuration therefore requires eight servos in total, not including any additional functions the pilot may wish to add.

Included items

The kit includes in particular:

• the complete composite fuselage;
• carbon wing joiner tubes;
• pre-installed and painted fiberglass control horns;
• electrical connectors for the wings and both fuselage sections;
• the standard nozzle;
• the 4,200 ml fuel bladder;
• the electric retracts;
• wheels and brakes;
• nose gear steering linkage;
• gear mounting accessories;
• pre-assembled linkages with ball joints;
• servo connector mounts.

Additional equipment required

To complete the Matrix 2.4 m, you will need in particular:

• a 140 to 190 N turbine for sport use;
• the eight servos suited to this configuration;
• a transmitter and receiver;
• a power management system;
• receiver and turbine batteries;
• a pump, electronic valves, and fuel system accessories depending on the chosen turbine;
• extensions and accessories needed for the radio installation.

The turbine, onboard electronics, and radio equipment are not included.