Van Dine Merganser
Страна: США
Год: 1982
Летающая лодка
Единственный экземпляр
This view of the Merganser shows well the pretty planform, somewhat akin to the Rutan VariViggen.
Tape running through the registration letters shows how the rudder area was doubled in size.
Close-up of the Revmaster 2100D engine installation.
The Merganser on the step. To date the aircraft has not flown but tests indicate that it has good water handling characteristics.
Boeing 727 pilot Rodger Palmer checks out the Merganser.
Later models of the Merganser will have dual controls.