Jeff
Moores and his Merlin on Full-Lotus Floats - in WINTER!
Some pictures of my Merlin on FL1450's flying off ice and snow at the seaplane base in St. John's, Newfoundland. I've flown this airplane on FL1260's for 15 years. I bought the 1450's several years ago when they were first introduced. The 1260's worked great over the years and are still in perfect condition, however, with a new 4 stroke engine (Corvair) I needed more flotation. The airplane floats much better now. This is my first winter flying experience on the floats. They handle and perform excellent on and off the frozen lake. No need to buy or install skis !!
Some pictures of my Merlin on FL1450's flying off ice and snow at the seaplane base in St. John's, Newfoundland. I've flown this airplane on FL1260's for 15 years. I bought the 1450's several years ago when they were first introduced. The 1260's worked great over the years and are still in perfect condition, however, with a new 4 stroke engine (Corvair) I needed more flotation. The airplane floats much better now. This is my first winter flying experience on the floats. They handle and perform excellent on and off the frozen lake. No need to buy or install skis !!
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Great Video of Jeff Flying his Corvair-Powered Merlin off water: |
More Full Lotus float flying off snow and ice!
These YouTube videos show how winter flying on snow and ice is possible with Full Lotus floats. Winter flyers find them well adapted for snow, slush, and ice conditions. Unlike skis, the wide footprint and weight distribution of Full-Lotus floats prevents the aircraft from sinking in powdered snow or from breaking through thin ice! Even if there is water, the floats are in their element... No wonder Full-Lotus inflatable aircraft floats are known for their rugged construction and versatility!
These YouTube videos show how winter flying on snow and ice is possible with Full Lotus floats. Winter flyers find them well adapted for snow, slush, and ice conditions. Unlike skis, the wide footprint and weight distribution of Full-Lotus floats prevents the aircraft from sinking in powdered snow or from breaking through thin ice! Even if there is water, the floats are in their element... No wonder Full-Lotus inflatable aircraft floats are known for their rugged construction and versatility!
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