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Republic RC-3 Seabee

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VaidmenįAmfibiniai orlaiviai
Pirmasis skrydisDecember 1, 1945
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2007 Republic RC-3 Seabee is an all-metal amphibious sports aircraft designed by Percival Spencer and manufactured by the Republic Aircraft Corporation.

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The Republic RC-3 Seabee is a four-seat amphibious aircraft that was designed and produced by the Republic Aircraft Corporation in the late 1940s. It was one of the first aircraft to feature an all-metal construction, a single-engine pusher configuration, and a retractable landing gear. The Seabee was intended to appeal to private pilots, businessmen, and sportsmen who wanted a versatile and easy-to-fly aircraft that could operate from land or water.
The Seabee was developed from the Republic RC-1 Thunderbolt Amphibian, a prototype that was tested in 1944. The RC-1 had a conventional tailwheel landing gear and a tractor propeller, but it proved to be underpowered and unstable. Republic redesigned the aircraft with a tricycle landing gear and a pusher propeller, and also enlarged the cabin and the wingspan. The result was the RC-3 Seabee, which made its first flight on December 1, 1945.
The Seabee received its type certificate from the Civil Aeronautics Administration (CAA) in August 1946, and production began shortly after. Republic received over 1,800 orders for the Seabee, but due to post-war economic conditions and competition from other aircraft manufacturers, only 1,060 units were delivered before production ceased in 1948. The Seabee sold for $9,000 in 1947, which was considered expensive at the time.
The Seabee was powered by a Franklin 6A8-215-B9F air-cooled six-cylinder engine that produced 215 horsepower. The engine was mounted behind the cabin and drove a three-bladed Hartzell controllable-pitch propeller. The propeller could be feathered to reduce drag in case of engine failure. The Seabee had a maximum speed of 150 mph (240 km/h), a cruising speed of 120 mph (190 km/h), and a stall speed of 63 mph (101 km/h). It had a range of 450 miles (720 km) and a service ceiling of 12,000 feet (3,700 m).
The Seabee had a high-wing monoplane design with a cantilever wing and a V-shaped tail. The wing had two main spars and was covered with aluminum alloy skin. The wing also had electrically-operated flaps and slotted ailerons for improved low-speed performance. The fuselage was of semi-monocoque construction and had a streamlined shape to reduce water resistance. The fuselage also had a large cabin door on the right side and a baggage compartment on the left side.
The Seabee had a unique landing gear system that allowed it to operate from land or water. The main landing gear consisted of two wheels that retracted into the wing roots. The nose wheel retracted into the nose cone, which also served as a water rudder. The landing gear could be extended or retracted in about seven seconds by an electric motor. The Seabee also had a hull-shaped bottom that enabled it to land and take off from water. The hull had two main floats and a tail float for stability.
The Seabee had a spacious cabin that could accommodate four people in two rows of seats. The pilot sat on the left side of the front row, while the co-pilot or passenger sat on the right side. The rear row had two seats that could be folded down to increase the baggage space. The cabin had windows on all sides, providing good visibility for the occupants. The cabin also had heating and ventilation systems, as well as an optional radio and intercom.
The Seabee was praised for its versatility, simplicity, and safety features. It could be used for various purposes such as personal transportation, business travel, recreation, fishing, hunting, photography, and rescue missions. It could also be modified with various accessories such as skis, floats, spray bars, crop dusters, and auxiliary fuel tanks. The Seabee was also easy to fly and maintain, requiring only minimal training and servicing. Moreover, the Seabee had several safety features such as a sturdy structure, a pusher propeller, a feathering propeller, and an emergency exit hatch.
However, the Seabee also had some drawbacks and limitations. It was relatively slow and heavy compared to other aircraft of its class. It also had poor performance at high altitudes and hot temperatures. Furthermore, the Seabee had some design flaws such as a weak nose wheel strut, a tendency to porpoise on water, and a lack of directional stability on landings.
Despite its shortcomings, the Seabee was popular among its owners and enthusiasts who appreciated its unique characteristics and capabilities. Many Seabees are still flying today, thanks to the efforts of dedicated owners who have restored and

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