FlyNano electric sea plane takes first test flight
Monday, June 18, 2012 - 04:00
in Astronomy & Space
(Phys.org) -- A single-seat carbon-fiber airplane designed for water operations and proposed as a fun flyer has taken its first test flight at Finlands Lake Hepari. The June test flight comes after more than a year since its introduction at an air show in Germany in 2011. The earlier FlyNano was showcased as a single-occupant petrol/electric microlight amphibious aircraft. The new FlyNano has undergone key changes to advance its readiness for takeoff. Gone are the petrol-engine models. The new engine, propeller, controller and batteries combine to produce a stronger model than the earlier structure.