Saro Lerwick prototype

L7248 In tests to improve things had Auxiliary fins fitted, an immediate improvement was noted. Then the fins were removed and the height of rudder increased. Later the taller rudder and fins were fitted together, rolling was removed and yawing reduced.They were later removed.

L7248 Here again at Saunders Roe, with the extra tailplane finlets and the modified taller top, to the tail fin.

L7248 The first and second version of float. Below.

L7249 with the extra extension on tail fin and stepped float.

L7248 At some time had a twin tail unit fitted similar the Consolidated XP4Y. Note the odd bump on side of nose.