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Wed, Oct 18, 2017

WACO Introduces YMF-5F Floatplane

Project Has Been In Development For A Year

After a year of hard work, WACO has introduced its YMF-5F amphibious floatplane.

The company said that the combination of a new 300 HP engine, the new MT constant speed propeller and Aerocet 3400 Amphibious floats helped make this ambitious project a reality.  

This blending of equipment has allowed us to build a great performing, exceptionally fun and beautiful WACO Amphibious float plane, the YMF-5F  (The "F" is for Float, and Fun)
 
Preliminary flight testing is complete, and performance both in the air and on the water have met and exceeded expectations, according to the company. The airplane exhibited water run times under 18 seconds, and in the air numbers nearly equal to conventional landing gear aircraft.
 
The standard aircraft is fully equipped for water operations and also features cutting edge Garmin Avionics including ADS-B compliant transponder (in & out), Garmin digital Com and the new Garmin G5.  Other features include extensive anti corrosion measures, including the use of stainless steel fasteners and fully protected aluminum structures.  Additionally the aircraft has luxurious interior appointments and other premium features that WACO is known for.

Features Include:

  • Aerocet 3400 Amphibious Floats
  • ADS-B In & Out – Garmin GTX-345
  • Advanced Touchscreen GPS Unit and Garmin Com
  • Garmin G5 Attitude Indicator
  • Leather Interior Seating with Heat Front and Rear
  • New Aircraft, New Tooling, Modern Safety Features
  • Approved for Commercial Ride Operations

(Images provided with WACO Aircraft news release)

FMI: www.wacoaircraft.com


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