What I really love about the Searey is not only is it quite practical (for a 2-seat LSA qualifying aircraft), with excellent seaplane performance and great flying qualities, but it also looks good. So many light seaplanes aren't very attractive but the Searey definitely is--even with all of the struts and wires and such.
Thanks for posting this video. I have an interest in seaplane hull design, and have started my own prototype with the Langley Aeronautical Lab's "planing tail hull." The SeaRey has an improved step design over previous stepped hulls, with a blunt taper, instead of straight across, which may contribute to its relatively rapid water take-off. Bringing those gear "inside" will reduce drag pretty dramatically, though, and boost cruise & top speeds quite a bit. Lovely aircraft. Enjoy many happy miles
Wonderful paint job, great video work, just wish you could cover the engine some. But I know, out in the open is great for cooling. Thanks for posting, sure looks like "plane fun". .
A cowling was under development at the time this kit was built, now 3 1/2 yrs ago. Personally I prefer it open as its certainly easier to inspect on a pre-flight. Cowlings on these aircraft look good, but add about 15 lbs more weight aft of CG and only lighten the wallet - does nothing for performance. Thanks for the comments, we certainly enjoyed making the video and plan to make more as aircraft come through the shop!
I've seen a few Volmers try to operate out of the Oshkosh seaplane base and wasn't impressed at all. I have over a 1,000 hrs operating Searey's in the past 12 yrs. We don't recommend operating in more then a 1 foot chop, but HAVE operated in up to a max of 2 ft. Water does not go over the canopies unless one is on step and shoves the stick to the panel. Typically with higher waves, we have more wind which just shortens the time on water to start with.
Thanks for that point, about which I was unaware. My goal is the "Experimental" category, since I'm already a Private Pilot. If you have an interest in that Langley Aeronautical lab hull design, it was detailed in "Sport Aviation" back in the 60s, in articles by Noel Becar. I have it, too, as a file, but it wouldn't fit in these text windows.
Love watching the Searey and many other light home built aircraft. My favorite is the Quad City Challenger II, but the Searey always catches my eye. I think I prefer the Challenger because it can be either wheels, skis or floats. I live in Canada where for half the year there is no water, but rather ice. But the Searey is certainly a beautiful bird, and I prefer side-by-side seating...... Thanks for posting this.... I know it was a while ago, but this is the first time I've seen this video. BTW, I have to ask... can you tell me who did the music for it?
I built a Challenger 2 Long Wing back in the early 90's. It was the first plane I built (at 19 yrs old) prior to getting into this as a business. Had straight floats for it too. I don't recall where I got the music from, sorry.
@@recreationalmobility That's a shame. The music was awesome. I have a real love for the Challenger II on amphib floats. There are a number of really good videos out there, but I really do love the Searey. It's a really pretty airplane and as I said I love the side by side seating. The Challenger just does it for me though with with the ability to take skis for those frosty Ontario winter days. Thanks for posting this video though. Always nice to see what other goodies are out there :)
It in is a Word file, I believe, presently. Could you open a standard Word file? It may also take me a bit of time to find it, since it may be on another disc.
Do keep in mind that a Sport Aircraft cannot have any 'speed enhancement' devices or it cannot qualify to be flown a Sport Pilot. That means tucking the gear away, the tail wheel inside a wheel well, etc.
Under Experimental it won't matter, except that you might want to consider the 'day' when you suspect you won't be able to pass the physical and can only fly under Sport Pilot. Yes I am always interested in learning, and this information is difficult to come by. Any chance you could scan as a pdf and email them to me?
Beautiful water that day. Miss being able to go up in my uncle's searay.
What I really love about the Searey is not only is it quite practical (for a 2-seat LSA qualifying aircraft), with excellent seaplane performance and great flying qualities, but it also looks good. So many light seaplanes aren't very attractive but the Searey definitely is--even with all of the struts and wires and such.
Thanks for posting this video. I have an interest in seaplane hull design, and have started my own prototype with the Langley Aeronautical Lab's "planing tail hull." The SeaRey has an improved step design over previous stepped hulls, with a blunt taper, instead of straight across, which may contribute to its relatively rapid water take-off. Bringing those gear "inside" will reduce drag pretty dramatically, though, and boost cruise & top speeds quite a bit. Lovely aircraft. Enjoy many happy miles
Wonderful paint job, great video work, just wish you could cover the engine some. But I know, out in the open is great for cooling. Thanks for posting, sure looks like "plane fun".
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İts really very good scheme. Plane looks another beast
Nice video and fantastic color scheme
beautiful bird looks liks so much fun to fly... I like watching you video
Great video. I also love the paint scheme.
A cowling was under development at the time this kit was built, now 3 1/2 yrs ago. Personally I prefer it open as its certainly easier to inspect on a pre-flight. Cowlings on these aircraft look good, but add about 15 lbs more weight aft of CG and only lighten the wallet - does nothing for performance.
Thanks for the comments, we certainly enjoyed making the video and plan to make more as aircraft come through the shop!
great video,nice plane,must be real fun!!!!
I've seen a few Volmers try to operate out of the Oshkosh seaplane base and wasn't impressed at all. I have over a 1,000 hrs operating Searey's in the past 12 yrs. We don't recommend operating in more then a 1 foot chop, but HAVE operated in up to a max of 2 ft. Water does not go over the canopies unless one is on step and shoves the stick to the panel. Typically with higher waves, we have more wind which just shortens the time on water to start with.
Great video Jim. Nice job.
Thanks for that point, about which I was unaware. My goal is the "Experimental" category, since I'm already a Private Pilot. If you have an interest in that Langley Aeronautical lab hull design, it was detailed in "Sport Aviation" back in the 60s, in articles by Noel Becar. I have it, too, as a file, but it wouldn't fit in these text windows.
Very beautiful plane (except how it's painted... but "de gustibus non disputandum est", tastes are tastes). I _loved_ the music.
Very cool at 3:34 low flying.
Love watching the Searey and many other light home built aircraft. My favorite is the Quad City Challenger II, but the Searey always catches my eye. I think I prefer the Challenger because it can be either wheels, skis or floats. I live in Canada where for half the year there is no water, but rather ice. But the Searey is certainly a beautiful bird, and I prefer side-by-side seating...... Thanks for posting this.... I know it was a while ago, but this is the first time I've seen this video. BTW, I have to ask... can you tell me who did the music for it?
I built a Challenger 2 Long Wing back in the early 90's. It was the first plane I built (at 19 yrs old) prior to getting into this as a business. Had straight floats for it too. I don't recall where I got the music from, sorry.
@@recreationalmobility That's a shame. The music was awesome. I have a real love for the Challenger II on amphib floats. There are a number of really good videos out there, but I really do love the Searey. It's a really pretty airplane and as I said I love the side by side seating. The Challenger just does it for me though with with the ability to take skis for those frosty Ontario winter days. Thanks for posting this video though. Always nice to see what other goodies are out there :)
Yes you sure can. I have several clients that have traveled the Bahamas chain.
Yes Word is no problem. I'd sure appreciate it!
It in is a Word file, I believe, presently. Could you open a standard Word file? It may also take me a bit of time to find it, since it may be on another disc.
Do keep in mind that a Sport Aircraft cannot have any 'speed enhancement' devices or it cannot qualify to be flown a Sport Pilot. That means tucking the gear away, the tail wheel inside a wheel well, etc.
Under Experimental it won't matter, except that you might want to consider the 'day' when you suspect you won't be able to pass the physical and can only fly under Sport Pilot.
Yes I am always interested in learning, and this information is difficult to come by. Any chance you could scan as a pdf and email them to me?
What all this and no cockpit images !!!
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍!
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what fun
it's not positive rate, gear up. it's no usable runway remaining, gear up.
Well, from what I've gathered, with a SeaRey, for your version to apply would require a VERY short runway indeed.
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Get rid of the music 🙄