SUPER SEAWIND FLIGHT TO FABULOUS MAINE,  Super Seawind Flight to Fabulous Maine By Steve Wightman, Builder and Owner of a Turbine Seawind AmphibianMaine Outdoors SUPER SEAWIND FLIGHT TO FABULOUS MAINE SUPER SEAWIND FLIGHT TO FABULOUS MAINE The lakes there are full of fish and the water is warm enough to play in. In September I flew […]

Seawind Amphibian Development First Seawind Splash-in, Dare County AP Sep. 2000 ALSO VISIT SUPER SEAWIND FLIGHT TO FABULOUS MAINE Enjoy a quick video on Seawind Amphibian Development one of the most intriguing kitplanes ever developed…the Seawind! Amphibious aircraft allow pilots and passengers the ability to land or take off ..virtually anywhere. However, that ability comes […]

The Spirit of Aviation Crow Island Airpark Adventure Crow Island Airpark Adventure Leonardo DaVinci was so obsessed with flight that he devoted much time and thought during his life to getting his feet off the ground. So too do millions of Americans who each year flock to aviation events coast to coast to see for […]

What happens when 550 horses pull you up? Answer: You get an enormous kick in acceleration and climb rate. what’s NOT to like about my Seawind? A Seawind with that much power reminds me of a 4-year-old gelding I nicknamed “Thunderbolt”. He was more fun to ride than my swift motorcycle. This Appaloosa breathed and […]

Arriving at the Greenville airport (3B1), I landed my Super Seawind on the 1401’ elevation runway 32 and I pulled up next to a Lake Renegade and parked it on the grass near the intersection of the 3001’ runway 3/21. As my turbine engine wound down pilots soon began to assemble to ask…

As the nose levels airspeed climbs rapidly from 100 Kts to maneuvering speed, 148 knots IAS. I settle at 181 knots (208 MPH) groundspeed. I activate the Trutrak autopilot for GPS navigation and altitude hold.

Rounding a bend along the winding Pemigewasset River like a mature eagle on the hunt in central New Hampshire on this final landing leg I reduced the power of the Lake Renegade and called out “Gear up!” to my instructor. Just over the trees

Amphibious aircraft design is a constant compromise between air and water performance. Shape directly influences drag force, lift force, water take-off behavior, and landing safety. Hull geometry, wing placement, and material selection determine success. Aircraft like the SuperSeawind demonstrate how careful aerodynamic and hydrodynamic integration leads to efficient, predictable, and versatile operations. Introduction: The Aerial […]

Amphibious aircraft must perform efficiently on both water and land, making engine choice critical. The SuperSeawind N71RJ, with its PT6 turbine 550 HP, demonstrates how the right powerplant affects cruise speed, climb performance, and overall operational reliability, whether flying “at your local lake” for recreation or conducting professional missions. Understanding Engine Demands in Amphibious Aircraft […]

The SuperSeawind N71RJ represents a pinnacle in single-engine amphibious airplane design, combining speed, versatility, and advanced avionics to redefine what pilots can expect from amphibious flight. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast planning adventurous vacation trips or a professional pilot seeking technical insight, the N71RJ delivers performance that inspires confidence in both water and land operations. […]