My eventual "gem" floatplane will be a 1:6 scale Beaver, but til then it would be a good idea to get some floatplane practice in.

I plan to resurrect my Sig LT-40 trainer and fit floats to it. I'm thinking 40"-48" Balsa USA/Sig built-up floats or (better) cut foam floats. I favor a larger size float since I may also try flying my BTE Flyin' King or 4*60 on floats after I "solo" with the LT40. For the scale Beaver I'll probably use scale 'glas or foam floats.

There are no float-flyers nearby (the nearest group is in Tullahoma TN), so I'll have to work it out on my own (no problem, I've flown for a few years), but I need to start with a decent trainer and work up.
Comments appreciated...