Just in time for spring, Yakima, Washington-based CubCrafters has added Wipline floats to the XCub type certificate, allowing the highly capable Part 23-certified taildragger to play on water.
CubCrafters Introduces Seaplane Version of XCub
Key Takeaways:
- CubCrafters has added Wipline floats to the XCub's type certificate, allowing the versatile Part 23-certified taildragger to operate on water in both straight and amphibious configurations.
- The XCub's high useful load, slow stall speed, fast cruise, and extended range make it an ideal and highly capable platform for float operations.
- The floatplane version offers impressive flight characteristics, including smooth water handling, significantly shorter takeoffs, and the amphibious model features a laser-based gear advisory system for enhanced safety.
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