Suitably equipped with new modern engines and avionics.
see
https://www.flightglobal.com/fixed-wing/catalina-aircraft-relaunches-ic…
By: J Boyle - 29th August 2023 at 18:29
Well, composites were good enough for that outfit to build a DSV…
….on second thought…
The article mentions a seaplane version of the C-130.
Back in 1970-72, Lockheed mulled that idea over, calling it HOW- Hercules on Water.
They tested a RC model. It looked just like a 130, but below the window line was a chine that looked just like an Albatross.
The engines were also upside down to keep the intakes out of the spray.
So as they say, every old thing is new again.
By: NewQldSpitty - 29th August 2023 at 10:45
Yeah but composites probably wouldnt take the beating of ocean waves..
By: Kiwiguy - 29th August 2023 at 09:59
Composite wings and fuselage would lighten the beastie considerably.
By: trumper - 26th July 2023 at 22:22
A proven and successful airframe so seems a good logical idea.
By: cometguymk1 - 26th July 2023 at 16:23
Interesting idea 🙂 The Twin otter has done well and these had so many uses in the wilderness areas that maybe itll do well
By: andrewclark - 25th July 2023 at 19:45
If the current weather us anything to go by, it should prove to be a very welcome addition to the UK airshow scene!!!
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