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AirMax Construcoes Aeronauticas Ltda.

In addition to being a hot performer, SeaMax is loaded with features, such as: a folding wing system; glass cockpit, a beautifully optical canopy; electric landing gear; full dual controls; Frise-style ailerons; Kevlar/composite airframe; whole-airframe ballistic parachute; external view cameras; parking brake; cabin heat; fully retractable landing gear; and more.

SeaMax is a highly capable... it is faster than most LSA seaplanes, reaching 130 mph and cruising at 115 mph yet stalling at a slow 42 mph. It has excellent range at 610 miles. Both attributes are partly achieved by keeping weight down; while most LSA seaplanes are 1,430 pounds or even higher, SeaMax is only 1,320 pounds yet it still manages a 600 pound useful load.

After more than 20 designs, talented developer Miguel Rosario shows his experience in SeaMax. "Spare no detail" appears to be Rosario's philosophy and he executes a deluxe aircraft that is remarkable light in weight, an uncommon achievement. Though the exterior appears small the cockpit is roomy enough for two larger occupants.

To truly appreciate this Brazilian beauty, you should thoughtfully examine its interior. Finished like a speed boat (except with lightweight components), SeaMax is a joy to behold. A clean, accented treatment blends nicely with controls and instrumentation within easy view and reach. An overhead switch panel is easily accessible to either occupant without blocking the great view. Throughout the SeaMax cockpit, attention to detail is superb.

Most amphibians introduce two challenges that SeaMax solves. General aviation amphibious floatplane aircraft are very expensive, with the float system alone often costing more than the entire ready-to-fly SeaMax. And amphibs also tend to be quite heavy, where SeaMax easily fits within the definition and meets the spirit of a Light-Sport Aircraft. These facts mean more pilots can afford an amphibious aircraft.

Website: http://www.seamaxaircraft.com

Email: info@seamaxaircraft.com

Phone: (260) 460-7587

Address: Aeroporto de São João da Boa Vista - ICAO SDJV / PUBLIC
São João da Boa Vista, São Paulo CEP: 13.870-000
Brazil

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Splog: Flying Boats in Florida; Sampling SeaMax

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Splog: Unveiling SeaMax to American Amphib Fans

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Sonex Aircraft is one of aviation's best-known brands offering exciting performance, easy building, prices to match the budgets of most pilots, and you will do business with some fine people. Taking years of success to new heights, Sonex debuted the "B" models with numerous upgrades.

Aerolite 103 is a remarkably well priced (way below $20,000), well-equipped, Part 103 ultralight that flies beautifully. Several hundred are airborne and production has never been more solid. Here is an airplane every pilot can love and afford.

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AeroJones Aviation builds the very popular CT-series of Light-Sport Aircraft. CTLSi is the latest version... a 98% carbon fiber design with superb performance, roomy cockpit, great useful load, and a parachute as standard equipment.

Hansen Air Group represents recognized brands in the LSA|space: FK Lightplanes and their distinctive biplane Comet, FK9, and FK51 plus the great-flying Magnaghi Sky Arrow. Based in Atlanta, Georgia Hansen Air Group is an experienced player in the LSA space.

Vickers Aircraft has created one of the most distinctive new LSA seaplanes yet to emerge. Powered by the 180-horsepower Titan IO-340CC by Continental Motors, their Wave model is like no other seaplane ever introduced with multiple features to set it apart from the crowd.

BushCat is the distinctive Light-Sport Aircraft within reach of almost any budget. With a solid heritage BushCat by SkyReach is fun, capable, and available as a kit, fully-built SLSA or ELSA.

SilverLight Aviation created the first all-American gyroplane with modern sophistication and equipment, built by a proven expert. Gyroplanes like AR1 fly much like fixed wings but with real advantages.

Aero Adventure offers what is likely the lowest cost boat-hull seaplane in the light aircraft space with a kit that, complete with engine, sells for less than $50,000. Add a long history to its credit and Aventura is a seaplane worthy of a close look.

Aeromarine-LSA represents economical aircraft like Merlin PSA, fully enclosed and all-metal for less than $35,000; or Part 103 ultralights like Zigolo, a dual-purpose ultralight and motorglider with prices starting at only $12,000.

Progressive Aerodyne designed and supplies the SeaRey series, arguably the most celebrated of all light seaplanes in America. A close community of hundreds of owners offers camaraderie few other brands can match.

X-Air brings a return to reasonably priced Light-Sport Aircraft, with a ready-to-fly flying machine you can purchase for a genuinely low price. No new arrival, X-Air has a rich history in light aviation.

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Bristell distributes the highly-refined Bristell aircraft in North America. The Czech-built aircraft is a 5th generation design with excellent performance, wonderful handling, and a most appealing shape. Other airplanes may look similar but Bristell has gone far beyond.

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