Effect of floats on sea plane?
03-02-2006 | 07:37 AM
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Effect of floats on sea plane?
Hi all!
I am considering in building a sea plane (Macchi 53).
My question is what effect will this have on the flying of the model?
Proposed specs are:
Engine Enya 53FS
W/S= 55 inch
Estimated weight 70 oz -> 88 oz
W/A=620 inch
Any coments are welcomed.
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Captain_Yak!
I am considering in building a sea plane (Macchi 53).
My question is what effect will this have on the flying of the model?
Proposed specs are:
Engine Enya 53FS
W/S= 55 inch
Estimated weight 70 oz -> 88 oz
W/A=620 inch
Any coments are welcomed.
Regards
Captain_Yak!
03-05-2006 | 08:47 AM
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RE: Effect of floats on sea plane?
Seriously now, the'll add a bit of drag and a little weight, but looks like you should have enough power and wing area for the job.
03-06-2006 | 06:26 AM
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RE: Effect of floats on sea plane?
Thanks Skydart1
I am considering adding wheels in the floats (Like spats) so I can fly off grass and land on the grass again.
I will place the wheels in positions that will always touch during rotation at T/Off and landing. Like an amphibian Cessna on floats.
I will post the project on the RCforum in afew weeks time.
Captain_Yak!
I am considering adding wheels in the floats (Like spats) so I can fly off grass and land on the grass again.
I will place the wheels in positions that will always touch during rotation at T/Off and landing. Like an amphibian Cessna on floats.
I will post the project on the RCforum in afew weeks time.
Captain_Yak!
