One of the least known aspects of the Wright Brothers’ research work was the development of a hydro-aeroplane. Wilbur died in 1912, but Orville and Co. continued to test several versions of a Wright seaplane. Starting with pontoons added to versions of the Wright “B” Flyer, the company went on to develop an entirely new seaplane with a hull like a boat – the Model “G” Aeroboat. The Aerobat had a solid hull or fuselage with an enclosed cockpit, twin pusher propellers, and the engine in the
Source: aviation trailWright Seaplane Base, Inc.
Wright Seaplane Base, Inc.