LEGO Creator 31011 Aviation Adventures

Specifications
| Set number | 31011 |
|---|---|
| Release year | 2013 |
| Piece count | 620 |
| Minifigures | 0 |
| Theme | Creator |
| Subtheme | Creator 3-in-1 |
| Building instructions | Download the instructions on lego.com |
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LEGO set 31011, “Aviation Adventures”, presents an aviation subject within the Creator theme, specifically Creator 3-in-1.
Its subject is aviation, with a main model centered on an aircraft and on shaping mechanical forms with standard LEGO elements.
As a Creator 3-in-1 set, it is designed around rebuilding, using the same parts inventory to create alternative models.
It suits builders who collect Creator sets, prefer transport subjects or want a model that can serve for display as well as open-ended play. Within the Creator theme, it fits among vehicle and machine-based sets, distinguished by its aviation focus and by the flexible building approach of Creator 3-in-1.
Inventory of set 31011
The inventory of set 31011 lists 620 pieces, spare parts excluded: 182 different lots (one shape in one color) for 145 part shapes. The box also contains 17 spare parts, for small elements that are easy to lose.
Colors of set 31011
Main color: blue, making up 22% of the parts, followed by white (20%) and black (17%).
| Color | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 134 | 22% | |
| White | 127 | 20% | |
| Black | 106 | 17% | |
| Yellow | 94 | 15% | |
| Light Bluish Gray | 64 | 10% | |
| Flat Silver | 32 | 5.2% | |
| Dark Bluish Gray | 21 | 3.4% | |
| Red | 14 | 2.3% | |
| Dark Blue | 6 | 1% | |
| Trans-Red | 5 | 0.8% | |
| Other colors (8) | 17 | 2.7% |
Part types
| Type | Parts | Share | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plates | 168 | 27% | |
| Bricks Sloped | 63 | 10% | |
| Plates Special | 61 | 9.8% | |
| Tiles | 51 | 8.2% | |
| Plates Round Curved and Dishes | 36 | 5.8% | |
| Technic Pins | 32 | 5.2% |
Most common parts in set 31011
| Part | Color | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud 6141 | Flat Silver | 25 |
| Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud with Groove (Jumper) 3794b | White | 12 |
| Plate 2 x 10 3832 | Black | 11 |
| Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots 2780 | Black | 10 |
| Brick Sloped Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] 3660 | Blue | 10 |
| Plate 1 x 6 3666 | Blue | 10 |
| Plate 1 x 4 3710 | White | 10 |
| Tile 1 x 6 with Groove 6636 | Yellow | 10 |
| Brick Sloped 30° 1 x 2 x 2/3 85984 | Yellow | 10 |
| Plate 4 x 6 3032 | Blue | 9 |
145 of the 145 part shapes in this set have their own page on Setopedia, with their colors, element numbers and the other sets that use them. See all LEGO parts
No part in set 31011 is exclusive: each one is found in at least one other set, which makes replacing a lost element easier.
Rebuilding set 31011 from another set
Share of the parts of set 31011 found in each of these similarly sized sets, counting shape, colour and quantity:
| Set | Found | Parts | Release year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10274 ECTO-1 | 34% | 2,352 | 2020 |
| 10225 R2-D2 | 26% | 2,127 | 2012 |
| 10244 Fairground Mixer | 25% | 1,745 | 2014 |
| 45800 FLL WORLD Class: Learning Unleashed Challenge Kit | 25% | 2,098 | 2014 |
No similarly sized set goes above 34%: the model relies on a little-shared assortment, most of which has to be gathered piece by piece.
Size of set 31011 within its line
With 620 pieces, set 31011 ranks #110 out of 543 Creator sets in our database, which have an average of 421 parts. Among the 356 sets released in 2013, it ranks #42.
Frequently asked questions
How many pieces does LEGO set 31011 Aviation Adventures have?
LEGO set 31011 Aviation Adventures has 620 pieces. It was released in 2013 as part of the Creator theme.
What year was LEGO set 31011 released?
Set 31011 Aviation Adventures was released in 2013 and belongs to the Creator theme.
Which minifigures are included in set 31011?
LEGO set 31011 Aviation Adventures does not include any minifigures.
Where can I find the building instructions for set 31011?
The instructions for LEGO set 31011 Aviation Adventures can be downloaded free as a PDF from the official lego.com website, under “Building Instructions”, by entering the number 31011.
What is the main color of LEGO set 31011?
Blue, with 134 out of 620 pieces, or 22%. Next come white (20%) and black (17%).
How many different parts does set 31011 contain?
Set 31011 has 182 different lots (one shape in one color), covering 145 part shapes. Most common part: Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud in flat silver, with 25 copies.
Does LEGO set 31011 contain any exclusive parts?
No: every one of its parts is found in at least one other set.
Which similarly sized set contains the most parts from set 31011?
Set 10274 ECTO-1, released in 2020: it supplies 34%, counting shapes, colors and quantities.
Is “Aviation Adventures” based on an external licence?
No. It is part of Creator, under Creator 3-in-1, rather than a film, television or other licensed property.
See also
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