The
SEAWOLF, based on proven design
disciplines and production techniques, is an aircraft of conventional riveted
aluminum construction, with particular attention paid to its role as a boat-hulled
amphibian. It has a sealed hull
designed to operate efficiently in the air, as well as in the water, (i.e. it
is aerodynamically, as well as hydrodynamically efficient).
The
SEAWOLF is powered by the proven
TIO-540, six-cylinder engine coupled to a 76" diameter Hartzell, 3-blade,
Q-Tip propeller. The rugged tricycle
landing gear is hydraulically actuated and designed to operate effectively on
unimproved landing sites. The flaps and
trim are also actuated by a simple and effective hydraulic system. The flight controls are conventional
ailerons, rudder and elevator and are operated by pushrods rather than cables.
The
midwing design on the SEAWOLF and
its position behind the cabin results in good visibility in all flight
regimes. A right and left canopy door,
as well as a cargo door on the right hand side of the aircraft facilitate cabin
entry. The cabin area has been designed
to be versatile and flexible in order to accommodate the various seating and
equipment requirements for a multitude of roles.
The
SEAWOLF features a 28-volt
electrical system and may be equipped with sophisticated avionics and
surveillance gear.
Corrosion
proofing is another important feature on the SEAWOLF. All detail
aluminum parts are alodined and poly chromated prior to assembly. The airframe is coated with an epoxy primer
and painted with a polyurethane finish.
The gear and other movable parts exposed to the water are supplied with
numerous lubrication fittings. The
aircraft is well protected for harsh water operations, even the rigorous
Mediterranean marine environment.
Hard
points are designed into the wings of the SEAWOLF,
for use with standard 14 inch NATO mounts.
Auxiliary, jettisonable fuel tanks, Search and Rescue pods and numerous other
underwing stores enhance the versatility of this special mission aircraft.
Overall,
the SEAWOLF, as a multi-role special
mission amphibian, has been designed to operate effectively in remote areas as
well as in extremes of altitude, temperature and landing sites. Its ruggedness, mission flexibility and ease
of maintenance in the field as well as its lower acquisition cost are the key
features of the SEAWOLF.
It
will do what no other aircraft in the world will do for the money ... In fact,
the SEAWOLF, is the only one of its
kind in the world.