FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM
The
flight control system on the SEAWOLF
consists of conventional ailerons, elevator and rudder. Unlike most other light aircraft, these control
surfaces are activated mostly by pushrods rather than by cables. This system has the advantage of very
positive control response and avoids the need to service the aircraft for cable
tension, pulley alignment and wear.
The
longitudinal trim system is also unique.
The elevator tab is large and located only on one side of the horizontal
tail surface. It provides effective and
balanced trim assistance both on the water and in the air. The large trim area is particularly
effective in transitioning from displacement to the step of the hull for high
speed water taxiing or take off.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The
hydraulic system consists of an electrically driven hydraulic pump with
attached fluid reservoir and accumulator.
Hydraulic fluid under pressure is provided to actuators for operation of
the landing gear, flaps and trim systems.
Each of these systems may be isolated in the event of a leak or
malfunction. Therefore, a single
failure will not affect the remaining operable systems. A manual pump, in the event of electrical
failure, backs the electric motor/pump system.
The system is simple, rugged and effective.
CORROSION PROOFING
Corrosion protection is an essential feature of the SEAWOLF. All detail aluminum parts are alodined and poly chromated prior
to assembly. The assembled airframe is
coated with an epoxy primer and painted with a polyurethane finish. The landing gear and other movable parts
exposed to the water are generously supplied with numerous lubrication fittings
and corrosion resistant parts. It is
well protected for water operations even in the harshest marine environment.
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