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2018 WACO YMF-5F Amphibious Float Aircraft
2018 WACO YMF-5F Amphibious Float Aircraft
The 2018 WACO YMF-5F is an amphibious float aircraft designed for both land and sea operations. It combines performance, style, and exclusivity, offering luxurious accommodation for three people. The aircraft is pending FAA certification.
Aircraft Specifications
The WACO YMF-5F is a 3-place open cockpit biplane suitable for day and night VFR. It features Aerocet 3400 amphibious floats, advanced Garmin avionics, and a leather interior. The powerplant is a Jacobs R755A2 engine with 300 HP, and the aircraft includes a constant speed composite propeller.
Dimensions and Weights
- Upper Wing Span: 30 ft
- Lower Wing Span: 26 ft 10 in
- Length: 23 ft 10 in
- Height: 12 ft 3 in
- Basic Empty Weight: 2492 lb
- Gross Weight: 3218 lb
- Useful Load: 726 lb
Performance
- Never-exceed speed: 214 mph
- Cruise speed: 105 mph
- Stall speed: 59 mph
- Fuel capacity: 46 US gallons
- Fuel consumption: 14 US gal/hr
- G limits: +5.2 / -2.1
Standard Equipment
The aircraft is equipped with a rugged steel fuselage, epoxy coating for corrosion proofing, and a variety of Garmin avionics. It includes a dual flight control system, leather seats, and a comprehensive electrical system with LED lighting.
Optional Equipment and Upgrades
Options include a landing gear kit, additional LED landing lights, custom paint schemes, and various avionics upgrades such as Garmin G5 indicators and Garmin Aera GPS units. Non-flying accessories like a hoisting kit and trickle charger are also available.
Pricing and Notes
The standard equipment price is $595,600. Optional equipment prices vary, and all prices are subject to change. Additional charges may apply for international shipping and regulatory documentation.
Catalog excerpts
2018 WACO YMF-5F Amphibious Float Aircraft All Specifications and Approvals Pending FAA Certification Aircraft and Accessories The new WACO YMF-5F offers a seductive combination of performance, style and exclusivity. Even with this exalted pedigree, the new WACO YMF-5F represents a new pinnacle for the marquee: it has been sharpened, refined and rethought in every detail. The result is an aircraft that offers thrilling levels of performance together with luxurious accommodation for three people. This WACO is the definition of FUN ! WACO Aircraft Corporation W. K. Kellogg Airport (KBTL) 15955 South Airport Road Battle Creek, MI 49015 U.S.A. Phone (269) 565-1000 [email protected] www.WacoAircraft.Com
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2018 WACO YMF-5F Biplane AIRCRAFT SPECIFICATIONS 3-place Open Cockpit Land and Sea Biplane, Day & Night, VFR FEATURES Wing Span, upper Wing Span, lower Length, overall Height, overall Basic Empty Weight Gross Weight Useful Load Full Fuel Payload Never-exceed speed Cruise speed Stall Speed, power off Fuel Fuel Consumption G limits Aerocet 3400 Amphibious Floats ADS-B In & Out - Garmin GTX-345 Advanced Touchscreen GPS Unit and Garmin Com Garmin G5 Attitude Indicator Leather Interior Seating with Heat Front and Rear New Aircraft, New Tooling, Modern Safety Features Approved for Commercial Ride Operations POWERPLANT Engine Jacobs...
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Airframe Aerocet 3400 Amphibious Floats Rugged 4130 Steel Fuselage Frame Epoxy Coating Corrosion Proofing Internal Steel Tube Corrosion Proofing Forward Fuselage Aluminum Sidewalls (Left & Right Sides) Front Cockpit Door Baggage Compartment - Lockable Wood Fuselage Stringers Tail Fins - Vertical Stabilizer, Horizontal Stabilizer Balanced Rudder & Elevator Control Surfaces Aluminum Ailerons (4) Left and Right side wing walk Wings - Wood Spar/Rib Frame Structure, sealed 4130 Steel Interplane and Cabane Wing Struts Flying & Landing Wires - Stainless Steel One-Piece Rear Windshield Frame Front Cockpit...
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Optional Equipment and Upgrades Price Landing Gear Kit, including: fairings, wheel pants, wheels, brakes and all parts required to convert to tail wheel configuration. LED Landing light, - Right Side (left side is standard) Mirrors (Left or Right) / each Water bottle / cup holder (each) Front Cockpit Vinyl Cover Four Color Paint scheme (3 Standard) or custom design (standards is dual stripe scheme) Polished Cowling Bumps (not recommended in float applications) Pilot cockpit entry assist bar Pilot Cockpit Avionics Options and Upgrades Standard Garmin VFR panel with ADS-B in/out Transponder, audio...
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Pilot Cockpit Avionics Options and Upgrades Millibar Altimeter (non-USA only) - substitution $0 3 Southern Hemisphere Compass - substitution $0 3 Garmin G5 (second AI or use as DG/HIS) $3950 1,8 Garmin Aera 795 Upgrade (Replaces IPad) $950 1,8 12 Volt plug in Cockpit - automotive style for portable GPS units or Phone Chargers $265 1,8 Wood Grain Instrument panel overlay, center area, Consult factory for wood types / colors. $1465 1,8 Front Passenger Cockpit Avionics Options and Upgrades Garmin Aera 660 GPS, Panel Mounted, installed with remote antenna $1475 1,8...
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