From Wikipedia:
"The Macchi M.C. 72 was an experimental seaplane designed and built by the Italian aircraft company Macchi Aeronautica. The M.C. 72 held the world speed record for all aircraft for five years. In 1933 and 1934, it set a world speed record·for internal combustion-powered seaplanes which still stands."
Before take-off:
Start in water. Activate group 1, VTOL down to almost bottom. Deactivate group 1 and return VTOL to center. Throttle up and ease he er into the sky.
Careful taking sharp turns, as she's a bit sensitive. Landing needs to be slow and gentle or you'll bounce off the water and possible snap your wings.
Unfortunately this model doesn't do 440mph like the real thing did. I tried to give it more power, but I don't have a lot of internal space to work with. If anyone would like to try and improve the plane's power, be my guest. I'd be happy to see this baby do 400+
HAPPY FLYING!
Specifications
Spotlights
- This craft has been featured
General Characteristics
- Created On Windows
- Wingspan 63.7ft (19.4m)
- Length 52.5ft (16.0m)
- Height 22.0ft (6.7m)
- Empty Weight 12,097lbs (5,487kg)
- Loaded Weight 22,802lbs (10,343kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 1.182
- Wing Loading 9.6lbs/ft2 (47.1kg/m2)
- Wing Area 2,364.3ft2 (219.7m2)
- Drag Points 3175
Parts
- Number of Parts 293
- Control Surfaces 5
- Performance Cost 864
@Duder This is a replica racing plane. It never had landing gear. It was launched into the water from a special cart, and took off and landed only from the water. If you'd like to fly an amphibious aircraft, check out some of my other amphibious seaplanes.
PUT SOME LANDING GEAR ON YOUR SEA PLANES !!!!