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Turbine powered Garrett TPE-331-2 engine to climb fast to allow for waterfowl survey missions surrounded by high terrain

Front doors eliminated to strengthen engine mounts and accommodate large side windows with narrow transition posts for enhanced wildlife viewing (pilot could actually see the tips of both floats)

Downward exhaust to eliminate blurred visibility for waterfowl survey counts

Direct drive, reversible propeller for improved maneuverability on the water

Custom long-range wing fuel tanks for survey missions in remote bush locations

Relatively high cruise speeds for efficient transiting between survey locations

Relatively low stall speed for safe operation during survey counts

Airframe strengthened for high gross weight operation

Widened amphibious floats for increased flotation and improved performance during water operations

Rugged amphibious landing gear with good soft field capabilities to land and take off from almost anywhere

Upgraded avionics including multiple Global Positioning Systems to pinpoint locations of waterfowl observations

Panel mounted data collection computers specifically designed for waterfowl surveys

Organized flight controls and instrumentation to reduce burden on pilots during low-level surveys

Independent power supplies for laptop computers and other portable accessories

5-point shoulder harness restraints at all four seat positions for increased aircrew safety

Photographic port for large format camera

Intercom-equipped at all four seats for effective communication among members of aerial survey crew

 

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