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The Sikorsky S-38 is a twin engine flying boat capable of flying off land or water. Plans are available in three sizes; 1/6, 1/8, and 1/12 scale. 

The 1/6 scale prototype was powered by a pair of Saito 1.50 4 cycle engines with a flying weight of 42 pounds. This included full details, rivets, rib stitching, cockpit, and full cabin detail.
A 1/6 sport scale version would have a target weight of 30-35 pounds - flyable with OS 1.20 4 cycle engines.

For the 1/12 Scale S-38

View Complete Building Instructions
detailed instructions and material list
View Construction Photo Set
over 50 pictures to assist in building (large download!)

View Scale Accessories Package
detailed parts for those choosing a scale finish
View Material List
for our 1/12 Scale S-38 Kit 

Available now - Laser Cut Wood for our 1/6 Scale S-38!
Combine this with our already available Plans and Parts packages to complete your S-38!
Purchase yours now through our online shopping cart for the S-38.

The 1/12 scale prototype was powered by a pair of AstroFlight 806G Brushless motors; each powered by a 10 cell 1700 mah NiCad pack.
Flying weight was 9 pounds - including 3 pounds of batteries.


Our new 1/12 scale prototype featured at the 2003 Toledo Expo is targeted for a 6 pound flying weight enabling use of less expensive motors and lighter batteries.
The prototype features a 2 piece vacuum formed hull. Finished weight of the hull is 18 ounces including laser cut formers and photo etched metal.
Short kits are planned for October 2003 availability.

Sikorsky S38
Scale Wingspan Engine Size (2) Weight Accessories
1/6 Scale 2"=1' 144" Saito 1.50          3-W24 30-42 pounds Full Accessories Vacuum Formed Parts
1/8 Scale 1.5"=1' 108" OS 1.20 14-18 pounds Plans Only
1/12 Scale   1"-1' 72" AstroFlight 805G 2-cycle .10 6 pounds Full Accessories Vacuum Formed Parts

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