AMPHIBIOUS AEROPLANE SIDE HATCH Russian patent published in 2002 - IPC

FIELD: hydroaviation; manufacture of water-based flying vehicles; flying vehicles performing flights over water surface capable of water landing in emergency. SUBSTANCE: hatch has door with opening mechanism and panel closing lower doorway to height of upper limiting level of wave. Panel is mounted in aperture behind door. Door opens outside; it is provided with locking mechanism fitted on the door proper. Panel is also provided with mechanism for securing it. Mechanisms for control of door locking and panel securing are brought out to door opening handle. EFFECT: enhanced efficiency reduced mass; simplified construction. 5 dwg