NOTE: RADIO CONTROL AIRPLANES ARE ON THE BOTTOM HALF OF THE PAGE.
Seawind aircraft were originally sold as kit planes. Their latest aircraft, the Seawind 300C, is factory produced. It is a seaplane design with the ability to also use runways. The aircraft uses a boat-like hull rather than pontoons.
The 300C differs from its predecessors by the addition of a new engine that provides 33% more power. The aircraft's hull has been enlarged to provide better water handling and increase buoyancy. Its manufacturers tell us that it is the world's fastest four seat seaplane and that its cabin is the largest in its class. The fiberglass hull is built for strength and durability and will not corrode.
The Seawind design features drooped wing tips for increased ground effect to aid take offs. Its tractor engine is on top of the aircraft, as far away from spray as possible. Nose wheel steering and differential braking make for a very maneuverable aircraft with a tight turning radius while on land. The ailerons of the aircraft also serve as flaperons to provide increased lift for take offs and landings.
Seawind pilots tell us that the cockpit provides excellent visibility. They praise the additional power of the new engine and tell us that it provides excellent acceleration. The overall impression of the aircraft is that it handles well and is easy to fly.
Unlike other single engine seaplanes, even large changes in power settings do not produce extreme pitching, and require only minimal trim adjustments. Directional stability is excellent despite the high engine mount. Even during the steepest of turns, only a small amount of rudder is necessary to keep them well coordinated.
The Seawind 300C handles turbulence like a much larger aircraft, smoothing out even summer afternoon skies. Slow speed handling is excellent, with very predictable stalls which are gentle and straight forward.
Seawind tells us that 115 of their aircraft were sold as kit planes. Eighty of these have been built and are now flying. They are now taking orders for the Seawind 300C factory produced aircraft. To date it is awaiting full certification by Transport Canada and the U.S. F.A.A.
recreation
four
Lycoming AE10-540
300 h.p.
27' 2"
35' 0"
2,350 lbs.
3,400 lbs.
80 U.S. gals.
1,100 lbs.
160
mph
200 mph
1,250 fpm
18,000 feet
1,040 miles
8/31/06
Radio Control Airplane
The rc Seawind from Nitro Planes.
Radio Control Airplanes
In the photo immediately above is the rc Seawind from Nitro Planes. Its wingspan is 70", its length is 57", and it has a fiberglass fuselage. Power can come from a .61 two stroke or .91 four stroke engine. All up weight is around 9 lbs.
The first picture down is an ad of the Seawind 71" wingspan ARF for sale by Great Planes.
Pictured next is another ad for a smaller Seawind seaplane. It has a wingspan of 39" and is also for sale by Great Planes.
The third picture below on this page is of the rc Seawind for sale by RVM Shop. It has a wingspan of 41" and a length of 39 ". The fuselage is glass and the wings are built-up balsa. You will need a 400 size brushless motor for power.
The bottom picture on this page is of the giant scale Seawind produced by Miao Ling toy factory, China. It is a ARF with a wingspan of 81" and a length of 66". It has retracts, its fuselage is fiberglass, and its wings are balsa sheeted foam. For power it needs a .71 2C or 1.20 4C engine. Weight, ready to fly, is 12 - 15 lbs.
Seawind 300C
