FoamFloats.com Submission for the GWS Tiger Moth

Submitted by: Will Shepherd

Specs:
Motor/Battery: Stock IPS A & 6 cell 150
AUW: 11oz
Floats: 15" (now 16")

Mounting:
The front edge of the main gear hardpoint should be placed about 5 ½" from the float tip, and the rear hardpoint should be placed at about 12 ½" from the float tip. Adjust as necessary. Bending 4 ½" bit of wire into a curl at the top (to slip on the dowel) and mirroring the main gear to the axle will do the trick for the rear struts.

Flying:
Flying the Tiger Moth on floats with the stock power system and 6 cells is JUST enough to do the job. Once the TM gets up on step it quickly accelerates and a slight pull back sends it into the air. Stalling on takeoff is very bad, so be sure to keep your climb angle as low as possible until the plane is in stable flight. Strongly suggest some kind of power upgrade like 8 cell NiMH 300 pack or larger motor for float flying.