Technology
The Seawind is a 4 Place amphibian aircraft That is safe for use in fresh water, salt water, travel, turf, and unimproved landing fields. This aircraft does not only allow for functional use to avoid traffic, but can be used for life saving objectives in difficult to reach locations , and recreation.
Safety First
The Seawind’s proven design ensures it is safe, and easily controlled. The aircraft is designed with safety, and comfort to give peace of mind. The advanced composite materials, and spacious design allows for business, and family travel anytime. The safety of being able to land on ground and on water in uncompromisable.
Specifications & Performance
The Seawind’s outstanding speed makes it the only true cross-country amphibian.
| Cabin Dimensions | U.S.A. | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin Length | 105" | 2.67m |
| Front Width | 52" | 1.32m |
| Rear Width | 54" | 1.37m |
| Cabin Luggage | 16" D x 48" W x 24"H volume 11 cu feet | 1.22m W x 0.41m D x 1.63m H |
| Optional AFT Luggage | 34" W x 32" D x 18.75 H volume 11.8 cu feet | 0.99m W x 0.841m D x 0.48m H |
| Nose Deck Forward Storage | 3 cu feet | 84.9 cu cm |
| Wing Span | 35ft | 10.67m |
| Height at Dorsal Fin | 10 ft 2 in | 3.1m |
| Height Max at Propeller | 11 ft 2 in | |
| Overall Length | 27 ft 2 in | 8.28m |
| Ground Clearance | 3 | 3 |
| Power | 310 hp | 314.3 kw |
| Engine | Continental IO-550-N | Continental IO-550-N |
| Propeller | 76" 3-blade constant speed (1.93m) | 76" 3-blade constant speed (1.93m) |
| Wing Area | 163 sq ft. | 15.14 sq m |
| Wing Loading | 20.81 lbs/sq ft | 101.6 kg/m |
| Power Loading | 10.97 lbs/hp | 4.9 kg/kw |
| Maximum Gross Weight | 3400 lbs | 1542 kg |
| Standard Empty Weight | 2300 lbs | 1043 kg |
| Equipped Empty Weight | 2350-2400 lbs | 1066-1088 kg |
| Useful Standard | 1150 lbs | 520 kg |
| Useful as Equipped | 100-1150 lbs | 453.6-521 kg |
| Fuel Capacity Mains | 80 US gals | 303 ltr |
| Long Range - Aux Tanks | 30 US gals | 114 ltr |
| Performance | MPH | Knots | Metric |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Level Speed 100% Power | 200 | 174 | 322 |
| Cruise 75% Power (8,000 ft) | 190 | 165 | 305 |
| Cruise 65% Power (8,000 ft) | 180 | 156 | 289 |
| Cruise 55% Power (8,000 ft) | 169 | 147 | 272 |
| Fuel Burn at 55% Power | 12.8 gph | 12.8 gph | 48.5 ltr/hr |
| Max Range (no reserve main) | 1040 | 905 | 1677 km |
| With Extended Fuel Range | 1460 | 1270 | 2354 km |
| Rate of Climb | 1250 fpm | 1250 fpm | 381 m/min |
| Best Rate of Climb Speed | 99 | 86 | 159 km/hr |
| Best Angle of Climb Speed | 74 | 65 | 120 km/hr |
| Stall Speed | MPH | Knots | Metric |
| Clean | 72 | 63 | 117 km/hr |
| Flaps & Wheels | 70 | 61 | 100 km/hr |
| Service Ceiling | 18,000 ft | 18,000 ft | 5486m |
| Take Off Distance | Land | Water | Land | Water |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3200 lbs | 870 ft | 1100 ft | 265 m | 33.5 m |
| 3400 lbs | 870 ft | 1100 ft | 265 m | 33.5 m |
| Over 50' Obstacle | 1400 ft | 1701 ft | 427 m | 518 m |
| Landing Distance | 770 ft | 620 ft | 235 m | 189 m |
| Over 50' Obstacle | 1300 ft | 1150 ft | 346 m | 350 m |
| Glide Ratio | 10.9 to 1 | 10.9 to 1 | 10.9 to 1 | 10.9 to 1 |