The Neptune is a smart-looking flying boat that is well mannered on the water and has excellent handling in the air.  This ship would make a great introduction to water flying for someone with a few other models behind them.

The solid construction and clean aerodynamics make for a winning package that should give many seasons of fun at the lake.

The laser-cut plywood fuselage has numerous lightening holes and doubling reinforcements that create a light and strong airframe that could easily withstand the stresses of flying off the water.

The built-up symmetrical wing promised excellent handling and aerobatics.

The fully constructed engine pod even has a center slot for the throttle servo wire.  All holes have been pre-drilled for the engine mount and fuel lines.  There is plenty of hardware supplied to complete the project, including fuel tank.

Avistar .46 2 Stroke Glow Engine w/Muffler

Modern design combined with state of the art computer-driven machinery and superior metallurgy to create the finest 2 stroke model airplane engines.

For instance, the connecting rods use the same aluminum alloy as found in some full size aircraft engines. Crankshafts are one piece hardened Cr steel. A specially developed "KK" bronze alloy is used for the conrod bushing which allows it to withstand high RPMs. Cylinders are made of a special heat treated Cr steel alloy to insure a hard and true cylinder that will not distort at high temperatures. Piston rings (1.2 - 2.0 in³ engines) are made of the same steel alloy as found in some racing motorcycles. The .46 in³ is true ABC construction.   All engines contain high quality dual ball bearings.   Of course, the carburetors are of a twin needle design for the best balance between power and fuel consumption. O-rings are used at all critical points to eliminate any possible air leakage. There's no lapse of power throughout the transition, making this a popular choice for aerobatic flying.