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| Waterborne Amphibious Floats |
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FloatPlanes and Amphibs LLC (FPNA) and Downwind Technologies Inc. have worked hard to bring you the highest standard in float Plane flying! We proudly present for the Flying Enthusiast, Waterborne Amphibious floats. Waterborne provide that perfect blend of Aerodynamic and hydrodynamic performance that the discerning aviator will expect, with state-of-the art composite structure makes for a perfect blend of form with function.
The outer walls of Waterborne floats are made from Divinycell, a light weight foam product that is widely used in aerospace applications. Last-A-Foam bulkheads are strategically located to provide the greatest strength in the most critical locations such as the platform mounting locations and the Wheel box. In the event of catastrophic failure, watertight compartments are utilized, providing “Fail-safe” floatation. As is with standard Aircraft float construction, waterborne floats are equipped with sealed compartment deck plates to allow for easy pump out access. Gel-Coat is used for the outer coat to provide not only a beautiful luster and finish to the float but also a durable one. As is customary with any all composite structure, deformation is a potential at high temperatures, and thus our standard color is white, though pastels are also available at an additional charge.
For pricing information contact sales@fpna.com
Features
- CAD designed for optimum aerodynamic and hydrodynamic performance
- Kevlar keel for puncture protection
- Glassed-in aluminum mounting plates
- Retractable water rudder system
- Durable state-of-the-art composite construction
Our landing gear system is electrically activated and pneumatically actuated; both the Series 1350 and 1600 use a 4-way toggle valve and features a “fail-safe” Co2 back-up system. Confirmation of gear extension and retraction is accomplished by means of reed switch activated position lights to assure safety and accuracy. From the all composite V-hull puncture resistant Kevlar keel to the molded in aluminum mounting plates and fail-safe gear retraction system, Waterborne floats have been engineered to be the standard by which all others will need to meet. |
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| Specifications |
Waterborne Series 1350
Weight-Shift |
Waterborne Series 1600
Three Axis |
| Float Length |
14.2 feet/4.3 meters |
16.2 feet/4.9 meters |
| Float Width |
1.83 feet/.56 meters |
2.04 feet/.62 meters |
| Float Depth |
1.42 feet/.43 meters |
1.42 feet/.43 meters |
| Volume |
43.25 cubic feet |
51.26 cubic feet |
| Total Weight |
180 lbs/81.6 kg* |
198 lbs/ 89.8 kg |
*Weights include nose gear, wheels, tires, brakes, spreader bars, braces, instrumentation and all mounting hardware BEFORE deduction for aircraft components removed to accommodate floats.
For information contact sales@fpna.com |
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