Introduction to Ultralight Aviation

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Polaris AM-FIB

Polaris AM-FIB is an Italian flying boat built by Polaris Motor. This amphibian aircraft is in production. More than 1,000 of these airplanes have been sold since 1987.

General characteristics:

  • Single seat aircraft not compatible with Part 103.
  • Its empty weight is 239 kg (527 lb).
  • Its maximum speed is 80 km/h (50 mph; 43 kn).
  • Its cruise speed is 70 km/h (43 mph; 38 kn).

Although the website of Polaris Motor is under construction for some time, the company is alive and has a YouTube channel where you can see some videos of the flying boat.