MODEL OVERVIEW:
An amphibious scratchbuild modeled after the
ICON A5 full scale airplane. This plane is equally at home sliding around on
grass, snow or water. A powerful motor will ensure you have the thrust needed
to overcome surface friction to get her into the air. Once in the air, be sure
to keep the speed up. At slower speeds, the airframe is more likely to stall in
turns. At speed, she is quick and maneuverable. The flaps help bleed off speed
and generate lots of lift for gentle, stable, and predictable belly-slide/water
landings. Flaps also aid in taking off
from grass or water. This model can be waterproofed using a variety of methods.
The model in the picture and videos has been waterproofed using a layer of
coffee filters applied with a polycrylic protective finish. Patterns included
for optional leading edge droops to improve slow speed handling and delay tip
stalls.
MODEL STATS:
Wingspan: 52″
Length: 35.5″
Wing Area: 306 sq. in.
AUW: 38 41.7oz.
Wingloading: 19.58 oz/cu.ft. (@41.7oz)
Motor: 1050KV; 35-42; Power 10 size or similar
Prop: 10X7
ESC: 40A+
Battery: 2200 2650mah 3S LiPo
Channels: 5 Throttle, Rudder, Elevator, Aileron, Flaps
Servos: 6 x 9g
Primary Build Material: 6mm thick foam Model Plane Foam (MPF), Fanfold, or Depron.
WHAT YOU
GET:
Be sure to print files at 100% scale
with no borders to get proper sizing.
DOWNLOAD LINKS:
ADDITIONAL MODEL INFO:
Videos below - Happy Building &
Flying!
