FAQs
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You can pre-order a production slot now. Get in touch.
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Any aircraft with a gross weight between 1800lbs and 2400lbs that is operated in the Amateur Built or Experimental category. Murphy Radical, Rebel and Elite, Super Cub variants, Bearhawk Patrol and Companion, and the RV15 among others.
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They’ve been designed with easy construction in mind using modern CAD drawing methods. We’ve checked every rivet hole and skin alignment in the 3D model long before we started making parts. It really is as simple as clecoing the parts together!
Since all the holes have already been drilled, there’s no layout involved. You don’t need a perfectly flat work surface or jigs of any kind.
You’ll simply cleco (that’s a special kind of spring clamp used to hold sheet metal parts together) the parts together, drill the holes to final size, disassemble the parts, deburr the holes, apply sealant, and rivet the parts back together.
You’ll get detail instructions that are easy to follow, access to a 3D model that you can use to fly around the float and see how the parts interact, and as much support from us as you need to be successful. -
Yes and no. They are a clean sheet design, but they aren’t an “experiment”. We’ve worked closely with Darryl Murphy, founder and former owner of Murphy Aircraft Manufacturing to design a very robust, lightweight float.
Darryl is an EAA Sport Hall of Fame inductee with over 40 years of aircraft and float design experience. We’ve blended his extensive design and testing experience with modern CAD drawing techniques to create a high-performance float that anyone can build. -
You’ll need some tools but if you’re the type of person that likes to tinker on things in the garage you’ve probably already got a lot of what you’ll need. We sell all of the tools and accessories that the average person may not already have. We can ship them with your kit.
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Yes. Check out the list of features here to see the full list. A few highlights include a forward section designed to cut through waves that transitions to a planing section forward of the step to improve take off performance, a UHMW plastic reinforced center keel section that helps the plane get on the step and protects the aluminium bottom skin for beaching, and sister keels inspired by modern boat design to help get on to the step quicker.
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A two-car garage provides ample space for assembly; however, a single-car garage will also suffice.
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Absolutely not. Our design eliminates the common issue of misalignment during assembly, a problem often faced with competitor models. The pre-drilled holes in our floats ensure that all components align correctly as you assemble them. For best results, we recommend using a flat table approximately 16 feet long and between 2 to 4 feet wide.
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Absolutely. The floats are designed using sophisticated CAD software, providing highly detailed drawings in exploded and isometric views. Additionally, you will have access to a 3D model that can be manipulated on your computer to view from any angle, enhancing your understanding and ease of assembly. Our precise drawings reduce the need for extensive written instructions. We are currently working on comprehensive instruction drawings and a helpful video series to guide you through every step of the process.
Meanwhile, our team is always available to assist with any questions you might have.ption