Download or read book Flying Boats & Amphibians Since 1945 written by David Oliver and published by US Naval Institute Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The development of compact, reliable and economical turbo-prop engines in recent years has given the flying boat and amphibian a new lease of life, not only by extending the lives of some types by replacing existing piston engines, but also by encouraging new designs that are able to compete favourably with landplanes in terms of economy while retaining their unique ability to land on water if and when necessary.