The VS-44, having had both military and civil application, had been Sikorsky's largest—and last—flying boat, but had had a meager production run of only four.Tracing its lineage to several previous amphibious designs, it had its first spark in the S-38. Powered by two 420-hp Pratt and Whitney Wasp engines, the ten-passenger biplane, first flying in 1928 and attaining cruise speeds of about 100 mph, had been ordered by the US...more
For some the thought of Texas conjures up images of barren landscapes and open spaces. However, you may be surprised to know that the Lone Star State has plenty of options for water lovers. Austin, Texas, is home to three popular lakes, full of recreational opportunities, from swimming and boating to cruising and jet-skiing. Boat rentals in Austin are the best option to take full advantage of these opportunities and have the most memorable...more
Dubai is the world's most energetic city and a perfect holiday destination. The incredible blend of ancient and modern culture of Dubai makes it a unique place to be in. The development and huge investment in Dubai's property has transformed the terrain from a desert land to a city of shining skyscrapers. In first glimpse, this city provides the idea of a modern-day success story and at the same time gives you an experience of truly luxurious living. With plenty of sunshine, clear blue waters, numerous sporting & shopping opportunities and ever more decadent hotels springing up all the time, Dubai is a perfect destination for a luxury holiday. Dubai can be best explored via the sea, and for this, all you is need time to enjoy the place and Boat Hire Dubai. Boat Rental Dubai is an ideal way to spend your holidays in Dubai, as shipping is an inherent and inevitable part of the city. Depending upon your budgetary constraints, you can book large motor yacht charter or sailing catamarans and monohull sailboats. Sailing in Dubai is an ultimate experience, which can be cherished for a lifetime. With Boat Hire Dubai, you can enjoy the fantastic light displays and colorful illuminations at...more
If you are a person who loves to make the most of your time boating, then to spend your day on the water would really be an activity that you would enjoy doing along with your family and loved ones. Compared to other activities that you would a group of individuals would also enjoy, boating is very far different, because this activity requires to...more
As one of the leading manufacturers of stern drives, Bravo Parts brands by Crowley Marine offer very popular choices for inboard outboard power boats. With over 20 Bravo Parts systems to prefer from, the Bravo Series clearly stand out as the top choices for boaters. Cited by Crowley Marine as the most popular stern drive all over the world, Bravo...more
When you or a family member are seriously injured in a California boating accident, it is important for you to understand maritime law. This article is a case study of a passenger boating injury. A maritime legal analysis is performed in order to illustrate boat accident liability and maritime law principals. This is a case study of a recreational boating accident in California. However, the principals discussed here apply to all inland navigable waters of the United States of America.A Case Study - Passenger is Injured Due to Jumping a Large WakeIt is a nice Saturday summer afternoon in San Diego. A 27 foot Sea Ray is cruising on San Diego Harbor. There are 5 people aboard the Sea Ray. Two thirty-something local men and three twenty-something women visiting from Chicago. The guys are taking the Chicago tourists for a sight seeing cruise on the Bay. They take a lazy circle around Embarcadero Marine Park - then they head back out onto the Bay.The owner of the Sea Ray is operating the boat. One woman is sitting in the bow area and the rest of the passengers are seated in the cockpit and stern. No one is really paying much attention. They are engaged in conversation.A...more
If you're contemplating building your first boat, you may be a little bit confused as to which are the best homemade boat plans for you to start with. If you've been looking on the internet, you will have noticed that there are a great...more
Boat storage is a perfect solution to successfully face the challenges of protecting and storing your boats after the boating season. It is a part of self storage, a business of renting spaces for household, business and vehicle...more
For a few, fishing is simply a sport and adventure, nevertheless for others it is their daily source of income. Whatever the reason is for buying offshore boats for sale, you ought to read up on the new and popular boating techniques. There are...more
Everyone gets the urge every couple of years to either to buy our first boat, or to trade the one we already own. That desire normally over takes us right in line with the spring boat show going down at the convention center, and typically its hard...more
My brother and I have decided to buy a boat. We started checking through the local newspaper and magazines. We even check the internet sites, like eBay and Craig's list to mention a couple. I checked out the marina. Often they...more
For an individual who isn't a fan of the sailing experience, it may be difficult for them to understand what it represents when you have the chance to sail on Catalina Yachts. These yachts are the prime vessels in the sailing industry...more