Flight Training Guide
ALABAMA
WaterWings Seaplane School
2013 Bridgelake Dr., Hoover, AL 35244
- Charles Welden
WaterWings is a one-stop shop for Single-Engine and Multi Engine Sea ratings. Adding a seaplane rating or just getting current should be a fun, relaxing, and safe treat for any pilot, and our goal is to help you achieve just that. Our instructors and even our examiners strive to make this a great lifetime memory. Our location, KEET, just south of Birmingham, provides great service and easy access to area lakes, which offer a mix of river and lake environments, with varied and stunning views of the Alabama wilderness. We often see eagles, herons, geese, ducks, and other residents of our waterways. We fly off the Coosa River, Lay Lake, Lake Mitchell, Logan Martin Lake, and Lake Martin. If you want other flying adventures while visiting our facility or just need to get current, we offer several other hard-to-find treats. We offer Multiengine Land in our Piper Twin Aztec. We have tailwheel training in our Piper J3 Cub. We offer Aerobatic, Spin and Upset Training in our American Champion Super Decathlon. We have an examiner on staff.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Aviat Husky A-1B Amphibian (SES) | $375 | N/A |
Super Petrel Light Sport | $375 | N/A |
Grumman G44A Super Widgeon (MES) | $1500 | N/A |
Piper Aztec | $500 | N/A |
Cub | $275 | N/A |
Super Decathlon | $350 | N/A |
Lockwood AirCam Amphib | $500 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Commercial Multiengine Sea (G44A) | 4-6 | $8000 |
Pvt/Commercial Single-engine Sea (Husky) | 6 | $2700 |
ATP Single-engine Sea (Husky) | 6 | $4500 |
Single-Engine Sea LSA (Super Petrel) | 6 | $2700 |
Alaska
Alaska Tailwheel and Proflite of Alaska
3900 University Ave S, Fairbanks AK 99709
- Chris Miller
We provide instruction year around in the interior of Alaska, including lakes, rivers, and backcountry locations. We are conveniently located at the Fairbanks International Airport and can provide introductory float and off airport experiences, float ratings (DPE available on airport) and flight reviews.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18-150 on Edo-2000 | $310 | N/A |
Dragonfly Aero Seaplane Training
P.O. Box 2420, Homer, AK 99603
- Alex Clark, owner
Homer is my home town and we are here all year. We have two inflatable two-person kayaks and some fly-fishing gear. I am also a freshwater fishing guide. Float flying season is May through early October, depending on when spring thaw occurs. We will make a cross-country flight to the examiner. flight seeing flights. persons. Our guest cabin has a queen bed, double futon, fridge,microwave, barbecue, dinning table, plates, TV, DVDs,and a restroom with a shower. We have a 7.85% local sales tax which caps at anything over $500. Call or email any time
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18-160hp on floats | $299 | N/A |
Your plane, winter or summer | $50/hr | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES package, comm. or private, 8 hours flight, 4 hours ground time, plus three nights in guest cabin | 8-10 | $2895 |
SES package without guest cabin | N/A | $2595 |
(Checkride fees additional and paid to independent examiner.) | ||
Flight review in our plane | N/A | $350 |
Flight review in your plane | N/A | $100 |
Wattum Aircraft Services LLC
6314 East Mountain Goat Circle, Wasilla, AK 99654
- Joel Wattum
We are located in the Mat Su valley at Wolf Lake Airport 4AK6, just minutes from the Knik Glacier. Lots of lakes to practice on very close by. Many other activities close by and only one-hour drive north of Anchorage or 15 minutes by air. Lake, asphalt, and gravel runways. Our main focus is dual instruction in your LSA aircraft and flight reviews on floats, which many insurance companies require. We will work with you in your aircraft, which you are already familiar with, to optimize your training experience and save you time and money.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 170B, 180hp, Aerocet 2200 | $350 | N/A |
Cessna 172G, 180hp, Aerocet 2200 | $350 | N/A |
Dual instruction in your plane | $80 | N/A |
Examiner we use as of this post | $600 | N/A |
Alaska Float Ratings
P.O. Box 28, Moose Pass, AK 99631
- Brad Holt, Owner
Float flying operations from May through Sept. Examiner on site for easy scheduling. Dual rentals only.
Small one-room cabins and multi-bedroom cabins available. See website for ASES course and lodging details.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper PA-18-150 | $395 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Optimal SES Rating Back Country Course | ||
Our most popular course to obtain your float rating. Basic, 3-4 day course. | 8 | $3595 |
Premium ASES Backcountry Course | ||
Optimal course with extra time to fine tune your skills and explore. 4-5 day course. | 10 | $4395 |
Adventure ASES Bush Flying Course | ||
Float rating, then take time for exploring, fly-in fishing, backcountry skill development, aerial photography, etc. | 15 | $6395 |
Lodging | ||
Small cabin, lakeside lodging | per night | $135-179 |
3 bedroom cabins | per night | $289-389 |
Floatplane Refresher Course | ||
This is for you if you already have your SES or just want float plane instruction and mountain flying. | 4 | $1795 |
Alaska Floats & Skis, Inc
P.O. Box 139, Talkeetna, AK 99676
- Don Lee, Founder/CEO
Experience real backcountry flying with views of the Alaskan Range and majestic Denali. Our seaplane base and lodge are located only two miles from beautiful, downtown Talkeetna. Each course includes ground instruction, training material, and three nights of lodging. Already have your float rating? Come rent a floatplane with an instructor; go where you like, fish, hike, and explore. We also offer recurrent seaplane training, advanced seaplane training, flight reviews, bush flying training, and skiplane training. Please see website for full pricing list. We will put together a package that is just right for you.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-22 160, 160 HP | $350 | NA |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating | 6 | $2775 |
Checkride | N/A | $600 |
Bush Pilot | 5 | $2275 |
Ski Pilot | 5 | $2275 |
Bush pilot course includes three nights lodging on lake, 3 hour ground school, and 1 hour survival course
Ski pilot course includes three nights lodging on lake, 3 hours ground school, and glacier house rental option
The Goose Hangar
Bellanca Drive on Lake Hood, Anchorage, AK 99603
- Burke Mees, instructor
We offer flight training in a 1944 Grumman Goose. The hourly rate is $1,450 / flight hour (air time), and we also offer a day-session that includes about 3.5 hours for $3,900. All flights are customized to meet your specific training goals and usually include a stop for lunch at a scenic Alaska lake. On a limited basis we are able to offer the MES add-on rating to applicants who have the SES and MEL ratings for a package price of $11,500. The MES rating is a thorough four-day course that covers all aspects of flying hull amphibs in general and the Goose in particular. We also offer a Biennial Flight Review for pilots who are already MES rated. We operate during the ice-free months, which usually begin in May and last through sometime in October. For more details please see the website goosehangar.com.
Blue River Aviation
780 E Yukon st Hangar 104, Palmer AK 99645
Learn to fly floats in our Super Cub or C172, landing on beautiful remote lakes in Alaska. Our floatplane course will include flying around the talkeetna and Chugach mountain range and finishing up with a checkride in Talkeetna. We also offer seaplane refresher courses and off-airport, backcountry mountain training. Our flight school is located one hour north of Anchorage in Palmer, Alaska.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18-150 180 HP | $375 | N/A |
Cessna 172 180 HP | $300 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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PA-18-150 180 HP | 6 | $2400 |
Cessna 172 180 HP | 6 | $1900 |
Arctic Flyers
Lake Hood, Anchorage, Alaska
- Heidi Ruess, owner
Two Taylorcraft F-19 floatplanes, BC-12D and F-19 and a Cessna 172 on PK 2300 floats. Dual only. Flight instruction provided by two experienced flight instructors, each with more than 32,000 hours flight time, working out of Lake Hood since 1967. Our main goal is safety and the success of our students.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Taylorcraft F-19 | $240 | N/A |
Taylorcraft BC12D | $240 | N/A |
Cessna 172 PK 2300 | $350 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Flying - Ground School | 4 | $240 |
Alaska Flying Adventures
3609 N. Gunflint Trail., Wasilla, AK 99623
- Alan Carpenter
Are you considering a floatplane rating or doing recurrent or advanced seaplane training? Then call Alaska Flying Adventures. Located just one hour north of Anchorage, Alaska, by car, or a mere 15-minute flight from Lake Hood Seaplane Base, we offer the most convenient, time-saving floatplane courses in the most beautiful place in North America: ALASKA! Training takes 2 1/2 days to complete, and all study materials are sent to you in advance so your downtime can be spent fishing or just relaxing on our dock.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 185 on EDO 3430 floats | $565/hr | N/A |
Cessna 172 on PK 2300 floats | $395/hr | N/A |
Acme Cub Training
3610 Aircraft Drive Unit A, Anchorage, AK 99502
- Steven Williams
Our office is now located in a new hangar at Lake Hood. This new location provides a great maintenance facility, classroom space, and pilot lounge. ACME Cub Training offers float training, back-country/off-airport training, and ski training. We teach pilots how to identify usable landing areas and make “go, no-go” decisions. We teach pilots to notice the conditions and factors that lead to the dreaded “Moose Stall” and how to avoid these situations. Float instruction season begins in May each year when the ice goes out at the Lake Hood Seaplane Base. We have been giving floatplane instruction at Space 801 since 1991. The curriculum is fine-tuned and teaches pilots to be safe and capable to fly in the conditions they will experience in the Alaska Bush. Our Single-Engine Seaplane course includes a segment to individualize the training to the student’s needs. We focus this time on the areas that the student is having difficulty with, or we add advanced techniques when working with a pilot that progresses ahead of schedule.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18-150 Skis | $350 | N/A |
PA-18-150 Floats | $350 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Single Engine Seaplane SES Training with checkride | 5.5 | $3350 |
Flight Review - BFR in our Cub | 2 | $800 |
Flight Review - BFR in your aircraft | 2 | $600 |
Arizona
Sheble’s Northtown Aviation
2012 Gene Autry Kingman, AZ 86409
We are now located in Kingman, AZ! Beech 18 coming soon!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Super Cub on Edos | $330 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Super Cub | $3295 |
Lake Havasu Seaplanes
PO Box 2700, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86405
- Glenn Patterson
Lake Havasu Seaplanes trains and operates
on the beautiful blue waters of the Colorado River and
Lake Havasu, which offer excellent open water, confined areas, and river-channel training. We operate a clean and well-maintained IFR-certified Cessna 172N, 180HP conversion with a power-flow exhaust system on Baumann amphibious floats. Land operations are conducted from our homebase airport, KHII. We enjoy 10 months of gorgeous weather here in the desert. One-year membership with the Seaplane Pilots Association included.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 Amphib | $400 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Pvt/Com (2-3 hours ground included) | 6 | $2850 |
ATP add-on SES rating | 3 | $1500 |
BFR or Seaplane Refresher | 1-2 | $ 600 |
California
Foothill Aviation
3600 Carol Kennedy Dr., San Andreas, CA 95249
- Brian Harry, owner/instructor
Foothill Aviation, LLC is based at the Calaveras County Airport in San Andreas, CA. and Lake Iliamna, Alaska. We operate year-round with the opportunity for advanced summer flying in Alaska. The CA seaplane base is 10 minutes away from KCPU on a private cattle ranch. Our Alaska location is located at Lake Iliamna near Bristol Bay. We provide primary and advanced training in both straight and amphibian floats. In our CA location, we have a Super Cub PA-18 and a PA-12 on straight floats, and a Cessna 182 with a P-Ponk upgrade on Aerocet amphibious floats. Our Alaska location offers advanced training in a PA-12, C-206, and a Beaver. We also offer transition training in customer-owned aircraft and insurance checkouts. Basic Course prices quoted include 6 hours of flight training, aircraft rental for checkride, study materials, and all ground instruction required to pass the checkride. If additional training is required, it’s based on dual instruction rates. Examiner’s fee is not included. We are also excited to offer training trips between our locations. Call for details!
We accept cash, personal checks, and credit cards. There is a 3% processing fee on all credit cards. We require a $400.00 deposit when booking. If you fly in, we can provide local transportation. The closest major airport is Sacramento for CA and Anchorage for Alaska Location.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 182 on amphibs | $395 | N/A |
Piper Super Cub | $295 | N/A |
PA-12 | $295 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Basic (ASES) in Piper Super Cub | 7 | $2500 |
Basic (ASES) in Cessna 182 | 7 | $3150 |
Sheble’s Northtown Aviation
2012 Gene Autry Kingman, AZ 86409
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Super Cub on Edos | $330 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Super Cub | $3295 |
San Diego Seaplanes
1140 Wall St., Ste. 125, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Michael Steel, owner
SES package includes ground school and flight instruction. Free seaplane ground school: online or on-site. Open year round with excellent weather. Summer average 77 degrees, winter 65 degrees. World-class museums and attractions close by: Seaworld, San Diego Zoo & Safari Park, Balboa Park, museums, some of the best beaches in California, and 80 miles away: Disneyland, Universal Studios, and Knott’s Berry Farm.PLEASE SEE OUR FULL PAGE ADs ON pages 4 & 5 of this Water Flying Guide AND see our ad for ELECTRIC Seaplanes in the FEB / MARCH Seaplane Pilots Association Water Flying Magazine.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Electric Seaplanes (arriving soon) | $400 | $340 |
Republic SeaBee Amphibian | $300 | $240 |
Cessna 182 Amphibian | $300 | $240 |
Helio Courier Amphibian (6 passenger), ultra STOL | $940 | $860 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES, Pvt and Com | 5-7 | $1500 |
SES, Pvt and Com in Helio Courier Amphib | 5-7 | $3400 |
Open Ocean Techniques | 6-8 | $4000 |
Catalina Island SES, Pvt and Com | 6-8 | $4000 |
ICON Aircraft
2141 ICON Way, Vacaville, CA 95688
- ICON Sales
The ICON Flight Center (IFC) in Vacaville, CA is located on Nut Tree Airport (KVCB) adjacent to ICON’s Corporate Headquarters and Aircraft Completion Center. IFC NorCal is open year-round and provides initial transition training, proficiency/re-currency training, and A5 Instructor Pilot training to ICON A5 owners, position holders, and training partners. In addition, IFC NorCal has a full-service maintenance facility, including composite repair capability, for the amphibious ICON A5. To learn more about A5 ownership programs or to inquire about becoming an ICON Flight Training Partner, please contact us at fly@iconaircraft.com.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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ICON A5 | $345* | NA |
Ground Training | $95 | NA |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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A5 Transition | 5 - 8 | Included with factory A5 purchase |
High Flight Aviation
- Shane Terpstra
Come join us for an unforgettable experience. This is one of the only companies in the country that has the ability to allow SOLO RENTAL of a Lake Amphibian! We run our courses from October through May. Our courses are generally done on the beautiful and amazingly versatile Colorado River with some flexibility for some additional adventures in the lakes of Central California. Check us out at hfaviation.com for the latest information.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Lake Amphibian (LA-4-180) | $280 | $180 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES Initial (commercial or private) | 8 | $2,500 |
ASES Refresher | 2-3 | $800 |
California Sport Aviation
Sacramento region and Lodi Airport (1O3)
- Bill Bardin, sport pilot flight instructor
Complete flight training in all LSA single-engine seaplanes—initial, refresher, transition, and advanced training. Client provides aircraft. Hours are Mon., Tue., Thurs., Fri., 9 am – 2 pm. Bill Bardin has 27 years of experience training pilots of all ages and backgrounds. He specializes in light sport aircraft and was chosen to be in the first group of eight sport pilot instructors in 2005. He has a reputation as a great teacher and pilot, and loves to help pilots attain their goals. With the California Delta providing 1,200 miles of waterways and mountain lakes nearby, he is able to train pilots in a variety of beautiful and fun places.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo | Your airplane | $100 | N/A |
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Alpine Aviation
13310 Nevada City Ave., Grass Valley, CA 95945
- Gordon Mills
Minimum requirement: private pilot rating;
complete endorsement included. Commercial SES and CFI available.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Lake LA-4-200 | $430 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Transition (4-hr ground) | 6-8 | $4000 |
Los Angeles Seaplanes / Long Beach Seaplanes
Long Beach Airport, 3333 E. Spring St. #205, Long Beach, CA 90806
- Michael Steel, owner
SES package includes ground school and flight instruction. Free seaplane ground school: online or on-site. Open year round with excellent weather. Summer average 78 degrees, winter 68 degrees. World-class museums and attractions close by: Disneyland, Universal Studios, Magic Mountain, and Knott’s Berry Farm. PLEASE SEE OUR FULL PAGE ADs ON pages 4 & 5 of this Water Flying Guide AND see our ad for ELECTRIC Seaplanes in the FEB / MARCH Seaplane Pilots Association Water Flying Magazine.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Electric Seaplanes (arriving soon) | $400 | $340 |
Republic SeaBee Amphibian | $300 | $240 |
Cessna 182 Amphibian | $300 | $240 |
Helio Courier Amphibian (6 passenger), ultra STOL | $940 | $860 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES, Pvt and Com | 5-7 | $1500 |
SES, Pvt and Com in Helio Courier Amphib | 5-7 | $3400 |
Open Ocean Techniques | 6-8 | $4000 |
Catalina Island SES, Pvt and Com | 6-8 | $4000 |
Connecticut
Sport Flying of CT
81 Kenosia Ave., Danbury, CT 06810
- Anthony Debany
Two-day course is complete including check ride, course guide and ground school. Six hours flight time included with course, then billed at the hourly rate. Just about the most fun you can have in an airplane! Most students complete on time and on budget. Seaplane time-building packages available.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Maule M-7 260 amphibian | $405 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES Pvt/Com add-on Maule | 6 | $3000 |
Examiner fee included in course price
Malcolm Dickinson
- Malcolm Dickinson, seaplane instructor
Malcolm Dickinson is a CFI with 20 years of experience giving dual instruction in Lake Amphibians. He holds single- and multi engine seaplane ratings and has experience flying amphib Cessna Caravans for a New York City air-taxi service. He does not own a seaplane at present but travels widely to do delivery flights and give instruction in Lake and other hulled amphibians. He is an authorized instructor for ICON Aircraft.
Florida
Adventure Air Inc.
6223 US Hwy. 27 N PMB21, Sebring, FL 33870
- Arthur Stifel
We specialize in Lake Amphibian training, providing initial, recurrent, and advanced training. Our emphasis is on a thorough learning experience designed and structured for those pilots owning or looking to own their own amphibian. We also conduct local sight-seeing flights and charters and assist in ferrying your airplane.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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LA 4-200 | $250 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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LA 4-200 | 10 | $2400 |
Jones Brothers Seaplanes
210 East Ruby St., Tavares, FL 32778
- Front Office
Learn on more than 1000 lakes surrounding America’s Seaplane City in Lake County, Florida: lakes of all sizes including confined areas; river flying, beginner and advanced seaplane maneuvers including rough water, glassy water, docking, ramping, and emergency procedures. Solo program coming soon!!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Searey Amphibious Flying Boat Dual | $349 | N/A |
Cessna 172 Amphib Dual | $349 | N/A |
Cessna 185 Amphib Dual | $600 | N/A |
Cessna 206 Amphib Dual | $700 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Searey Amphibious Flying Boat (Sport, Private or Commercial) | 5-6 | $2299 |
Cessna 172 (Private or Commercial) | 5 | $2299 |
Cessna A185 (Private or Commercial) | 5 | $2999 |
Sunair Aviation, Inc.
8806 Airport Blvd., Leesburg, FL 34788
- Nick Larson, chief pilot/manager
Our amphibian A-1B Husky includes Wipline 2100s, Aspen 1000 PFD with Synthetic Vision, a Garmin 430, WAAS, and ADS-B. With over 1,000 lakes in Lake County, this is the perfect place to explore the fun and rewarding experience of seaplanes. Examiner on staff. 141 seaplane course and VA approved. Seaplane solo rentals approved, provided you meet our insurance minimums. Price based on average completion times. Price doesn’t include examiner fee or taxes.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Husky A-1B Aspen 1000 w/ synthetic vision | $350 | $275 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Private (Part 61) | 5 | $1945 |
Commercial (Part 61) | 5 | $1945 |
ATP (Part 61) | 5 | $1945 |
Sebring Flight Academy
132 Authority Lane, Sebring, FL 33870
- Timothy Rex
Seaplane rating in new Aero Adventure LSAs starting in 2020. Enjoy the many lakes in the Sebring and Lake Placid area. Amphibious Aventuras depart from the Sebring Airport (KSEF) main terminal.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Aero Adventure Aventura S LSA | $200 | N/A |
Searey Life, LLC
1201 Delaney Park Dr., Orlando FL 32806-1409
Add-on SES Private and Commercial; Tailwheel Endorsements; SES Light Sport Endorsement; Biannual Flight Reviews; Introductory Flights
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Searey | $285 | N/A |
Your aircraft | $100 | N/A |
Ground training | $ 50 | N/A |
Ryan Aviation Seaplanes, Inc.
301 Old Moody Blvd., Palm Coast, FL 32164
- Tripp Wacker
Examiner on staff. Located at Flagler County Airport (KXFL). Docking, beaching, ramping. Course rates include examiner’s fee and can be completed in two days. ATP course is land and sea. Minutes from Daytona Beach. A fuel surcharge may be added to prices. Call for monthly specials.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Aviat Husky A-1B amphib | $375 | N/A |
DHC-2 Beaver amphib | $775 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Beaver Pvt/ Com SES | 5 | $4425 |
Beaver Checkout Course | 5 | $3625 |
Beaver Bush Course | 10 | $6875 |
SES Pvt/Com, Husky Amphibian | 5 | $2475 |
SES ATP, Husky Amphibian | 8 | $3875 |
ICON Aircraft
825 Severn Ave., Tampa, FL 33606
- ICON Sales
The ICON Flight Center (IFC) in Tampa, FL is located at Peter O. Knight Airport (KTPF) on Davis Island. IFC Tampa is open year-round and provides initial transition training, proficiency/re-currency training, and A5 Instructor Pilot training to ICON A5 owners, position holders, and training partners. In addition, IFC Tampa has a full-service maintenance facility, including composite repair capability, for the amphibious ICON A5. To learn more about A5 ownership programs or to inquire about becoming an ICON Flight Training Partner, please contact us at fly@iconaircraft.com.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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ICON A5 | $345* | NA |
Ground Training | $95 | NA |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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A5 Transition | 5 - 8 | Included with factory A5 purchase |
Flying Fish LLC
Winter Haven Airport KGIF, Hangar #95, 2073 US-92, Winter Haven, FL 33881 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1145, St. Charles, MO 63302
- Rachel Hinote
Solo a seaplane with our rental program and explore all that Central Florida has to offer. With the addition of our second location, conveniently located between Orlando and Tampa in the heart of Florida lake country, you can fly with us year round. Chase gators and perfect your seaplane skills. Get your SES rating, tailwheel endorsement, or join one of our guided adventures. We have something for everyone. Enjoy rental privileges at any of our growing network locations. Join us as we make seaplane flying accessible for everyone!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Progressive Aerodyne Searey | $350 | $249 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES rating (light sport to commercial) | 6 | $2800 |
FLY THE BEACH
4607 Legendary Marina Dr. Destin, FL 32541 Inside LuLu Buffett's
Training, sales, and service of top three LSA seaplanes, all in the beautiful beach town of Destin, with two full-time CFIs having more than 3,000 hours in LSA seaplanes.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Introductory flights | $100 | N/A |
Dual instruction | $300 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES Endorsements | 5.5 | $1,800 |
Florida Seaplanes
259 Robin Ct. Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
- Dave Hensch
Offering single engine land and sea, PVT, COM, and ATP. Flight training for a safer tomorrow. Utilizing high-performance/complex seaplanes and offering a wide variety of takeoff and landing situations, including large and small lakes and rivers. Buddy training available. Central Florida/Orlando/Daytona Beach area. Florida Seaplanes tailors its courses to match your experience and background. Your instructor has not hundreds of hours of seaplane experience, but thousands of hours, and instructs in a manner to ensure you thoroughly enjoy your introduction to flying floatplanes. We want to ensure that you become a safe and courteous seaplane pilot. Our motto is: “Seaplanes are more Fun!” You will see why.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Maule M7-235 Straight | $400 | N/A |
Maule M7-235 Amphib | $450 | N/A |
Your aircraft | $100 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES | up to 6 | $2000 |
Brown’s Seaplane Base, Inc.
2704 Highway 92 West, Winter Haven, FL 33881
- Ben Shipps, owner
Introductory flights, dual instruction, Flight Reviews, Sport, Private, and commercial seaplane ratings in J-3 Cubs to high performance, complex float planes. We’ve got something for everyone! Specializing in training and certifying new seaplane pilots since 1963, we’ve got it down to a science. Dedicated, professional instructors are ready to put the fun back into flying and introduce you to the wonderful world of floats
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper J-3 Cub | $195 | N/A |
Piper Super Cub PA-18 | $265 | N/A |
Maule M7 | $375 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Piper J-3 | 5 | $1700 |
Super Cub | 5 | $2100 |
Maule | 5 | $2700 |
Adventure Seaplanes LLC
November-April Cherry Pocket Restaurant - Fish Camp 3100 Canal Rd., Lake Wales, FL 33898
- Brian Schanche, 612/868-4243
Our Instructors are high time and experienced with thousands of hours in many types of aircraft. You will learn canals, rivers, lakes, beaching, docking, ramping, securing aircraft, refueling, etc., with many restaurants to fly to for a very fun and advanced training program, along with happy hour at the end of the day at the Cherry Pocket. Florida Keys and Bahama tours are available. Bring someone else along to enjoy your advanced training vacation. Minnesota – Canada fishing and Alaska group tours are available in the summer months. We are the only place in Florida to learn to drive an airboat when you fly our seaplanes. Plus, we have RV sites and cabin rentals available on site for a warm winter vacation.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172, Bauman 2550 | $290 | N/A |
CFI time build | $200 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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C172 Recurrency and BFR | N/A | $895 |
C172 Basic and BFR | N/A | $1795 |
C185 Amphib Florida coast and Keys tour | 6 | $2700 |
C185 Amphib Complex and BFR | 8 | $3650 |
Citabria Tailwheel and BFR Basic | 5 | $1150 |
Wings Over Water Seaplane Training
Lake Harris, 32725 Echo Dr., Leesburg, FL 34788
- Mary Alverson
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18 Super Cub | $350 | N/A |
Cessna 172 (180 hp) Wipline Amphibious 2550 | $450 | N/A |
IOWA
P&N Flight and Charter
2000 S 60th Street, Clinton, IA 52732
- Cole Norton
There is an ambitious vision for the future of P&N Flight & Charter. It is an aviation learning destination for aspiring pilots in the Midwest. The goal is to focus on all aspects of general aviation and provide a full range of service.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Dual Only in Your Airplane | $100 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating | $3,500 + Examiners Fee |
Idaho
Brooke's Seaplane Service
Independence City Dock Pt, Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
- Anthony Ross
Brooke’s Seaplane Service has been in operation since 1946 and we acquired it in June 2021. We had our first season in 2022, and it was quite busy! We would love to let more people know that we do tours and training! We have a Beechcraft 18 (N33JP) and a Citabria (N53752) both on straight floats. We do about 11 tours per day everyday from around May 1st to the end of November. During that time, we also do training for SES and MES training.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Citabria on Straight Floats | $350 | N/A |
Beech 18 on Straight Floats | $1800 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating, no Lodging | 8 | $2650 + Examiners Fee |
SES Rating, with 3 Nights of Lodging | 8 | $3250 + Examiners Fee |
MES Rating, no Lodging | 6 | $10,000 + Examiners Fee |
MES Rating, with 3 Nights of Lodging | 6 | $10,600 + Examiners Fee |
Coeur d’Alene Seaplanes
PO Box 1051, 31034 Sienna Loop, Athol, ID 83801
- Glenn Smith
The Panhandle of North Idaho, with its numerous mountain lakes and rivers, offers a real back-country seaplane flying experience. Less than one hour from Spokane International Airport.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172on Edo 2000s | $275 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating Course | 6 | $1500 |
Advanced Course | 10 | $2500 |
Indiana
Tech Flying
4725 East 100 North, Knox, IN 46534
- Leigh Smith
Visit www.techflying.com for more information. No airplanes to rent. Instruction done only in your plane and willing to travel to your location.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Your aircraft only | N/A | Call for rates |
Daily rate: at your location | N/A | Call for rates |
Mac’s Seaplane Service
Rising Sun, IN 47040
- Troy MacVey DPE
Pilot examiner on staff.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 140 | N/A | $150 |
Cessna 170B | $200 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating (private/commercial) | N/A | $2200 |
KENTUCKY
Shark Aviation
4134B Aviator Road, B10, Lexington, KY 40510
- Brad Fenster, pilot/owner
Based at the Blue Grass Airport (KLEX) in Lexington, KY, we conduct seaplane training primarily at Lake Cumberland, KY, and on the Ohio River. All training is conducted in a Cessna 185 with amphibious floats. If applicable, all courses include high-performance and complex endorsements.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna A185F amphibian | $375 | NA |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Private ASES - Add On | 6 | $2,550.00 |
Private ASES - Add On | 10 | $3,750.00 |
Commercial ASES - Add On | 6 | $2,550.00 |
Commercial ASES - Add On | 10 hours | $3,750.00 |
Commercial ASES - Initial | 15 | $5,625.00 |
Commercial ASEL - Add On | 10 | $3,750.00 |
Commercial ASEL - Initial | 10 | $3,750.00 |
Commercial ASEL/ASES Combination | 20 | $7,500.00 |
Amphibious Transition: | 5 | $1,875.00 |
Louisiana
Southern Seaplane Inc. / Seaplane Safety Institute
#1 Coquille Rd., Belle Chasse, LA 70037
- Lacey Panepinto Charvet, Vice President
All courses Part 141 approved. Seaplane ratings and training offered in all aircraft in our fleet.
Cost varies per aircraft. In-house examiner. Call for course pricing. Year-round flying!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 Straight Float | $295 | N/A |
Cessna 185Straight Float | $650 | N/A |
Cessna 185Amphib | $730 | N/A |
Cessna 206Straight Float | $815 | N/A |
Cessna 206Amphib | $870 | N/A |
DHC-2 BeaverAmphib | $1040 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Part 141 Seaplane Rating C172 | 4 | $1975 |
Part 141 Seaplane Rating C185 | 4 | $3200 |
Part 141 Seaplane Rating C206 | 4 | $3800 |
Seaplane Safety Institute 3-day recurrent course | 2 | Call |
Cubs Floats and Fun
Pineville Municipal Airport, Pineville, LA (2LO)
- David Lewis, owner
attention, veterans! You may qualify for a $2,000 credit from the VA for your checkride. If you currently have benefits under any one of the following chapters and you submit VA Form 22-0803, you can be reimbursed the $2,000 cost of the test under the REIMBURSEMENT OF LICENSING OR CERTIFICATION TEST FEES program. Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty Educational Assistance Program (MGIB) (Chapter 30); Post-Vietnam Era Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) (Chapter 32); Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33); Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA) (Chapter 35); Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP) (Chapter 1607); Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve Program (MGIB-SR) (Chapter 1606).
One-stop shopping—checkride included!
Cubs Floats and Fun seaplane rating consists of up to seven hours of flight instruction, two hours of ground instruction, the Cubs Floats and Fun Seaplane Training Manual, Step up to Floats 2, and a one-year membership in the Seaplane Pilots Association. The rating is normally done in two days. The seaplane rating is gained using our brand new 160- HP Piper PA-18 Super Cub on EDO 2000 Floats. Off-airport flying is emphasized in the training, and you will be exposed to the most unique flying area around. The use of the aircraft for the checkride is included in the cost. The training manuals will be sent prior to arrival so you’re ready to get flying. The SES course qualifies for BFR and FAA Wings credit.
Cubs Floats and Fun is based in Cajun country at Pine-ville, LA (2L0), with year-round float flying. We also offer training at KDWH in Houston. The home base at Pineville 2L0 on Lake Buhlow is next to the Red River and has numerous oxbows and everything available for your personalized training.
Cubs Floats and Fun also offers recurrent, advanced seaplane, amphibious training, flight reviews, and tailwheel training. Allow at least two days for course completion. All training and checkride costs are included in package price assuming seven or less hours of flight instruction. Chief pilot Dave Lewis is the Louisiana and Texas Field Director for the SPA and a highly experienced pilot, both fixed and rotary wing. If you’re looking for a truly fun flying experience and want to check off one more item on the bucket list, give us a call or visit our website for more information. Block rates are available for hours/experience building in the Super Cub. Examiner on staff.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Your aircraft | $90 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating (check ride included) | 4-7 | $2799 |
Float Recurrency/BFR | 2-3 | $290/hr |
Maine
Wings, Woods & Waters
60B Seaplane Base, 572 Main St Jackman. ME 04945
- Thomas Coleman
We operate all over New England, but primarily in and out of remote Northern Maine lakes and ponds. We provide scenic flights to the public, aerial photography and survey flights and instruction. Training with us will provide opportunity to learn tips and tricks of true bush flying throughout the performance envelope, both of the plane and the pilot. The goal is to teach safe operation and planning and give experience that applies to lightweight fishing hops or serious bush operations. Seaplane operations are some of the most fun possible in an airplane!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Maule M-5 | $385 | N/A |
Own Aircraft | $85 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Basic SES Rating | 8 | $3100 |
Bel-Air Seaplane Service
- Melissa Grabiec, Owner/Instructor
Bel-Air Seaplane Service is an FAA licensed Air Tour Operator. We provide summer floatplane service in a Cessna 172 and year-round operations on wheels. Our top priority is providing you safe access to a unique experience during your Maine vacation.
The beauty of our home base in the Belgrade Lakes is where the inspiration for our name, Bel-Air, was derived.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 on Aqua 2200s | $350 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating - 2 Day Course | 6 | $2100 + Examiners Fee |
Advanced Seaplane Course | 3 | $1050 |
Jackman Air LLC
7 Attean Rd., Jackman, ME 04945
- James Schoenmann 207/668-4461
Get your seaplane rating in the Western Mountains of Maine or take a sightseeing ride.. We have many remote lakes and ponds in the area so you will get a wide variety of experience, while enjoying the natural beauty of this remote area. There is a nice selection of accommodations available in Jackman from lakeside cabins to motels. Leave the crowds behind!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 (180hp) | $250 | N/A |
Central Maine Aviation
Big Indian Lake, Saint Albans, ME 04971
- Charles Surprenant, owner/instructor
Seaplane training is available June 1 through September 31. Our comfortable lakefront cabin sleeps up to six people and is discounted for pilots-in-training (bring the family).
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172XP | $275 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Refresher Course (Includes ground instruction) | 2 | $550 |
Full-day Northwoods Adventure (Includes up to 3 hours dual) | N/A | $825 |
Maryland
Southern Maryland Seaplanes
St. Mary's County Regional Airport (2W6) - Captain Walter Francis Duke Terminal Building, California, MD 20619 Wingfield (MD01). 49595 Diamond Ln., Damaron, MD 20628
- Jeremy DeBons
Founded by a Navy test pilot instructor in 2018, Southern Maryland Seaplanes is a growing part-time operation which aims to provide quality stick-and-rudder training for new and experienced pilots alike. Our 160-hp Piper PA-12 on EDO 2000 straight floats makes an outstanding platform in which to learn and is expected to return to service late-season 2021. The Republic Seabee is the newest addition to the fleet, which provides a complex, high performance, tailwheel, and amphibious flying boat experience. We also provide beginner and advanced tailwheel instruction in a Cessna 140. Sightseeing flights are available in the PA-12 and Seabee.
Located about 1 hour 30 minutes southeast of Washington, D.C., St. Mary’s County airport is surrounded by the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. A large variety of landing sites surround us for training on and around the Patuxent and Potomac Rivers. Further down the peninsula, Wingfield houses our PA-12 and sits on picturesque St. Jerome’s Creek. Our float season runs from April through November. Please contact us for more information and we will make every effort to accommodate your training needs.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Republic Seabee | $500 | N/A |
Piper PA-12 on EDO 2000 | $350 | N/A |
Michigan
Western Michigan University
237 North Helmer Rd., Battle Creek, MI 49037
- Rob Bunday, chief flight instructor
Western Michigan University operates from the Battle Creek W.K. Kellogg airport (KBTL) in Southwest Michigan. All seaplane courses utilize the Super Cub and are charged on a per-hour basis using the hourly rate for the aircraft. Prior to beginning the course, training materials will be provided to the student. The student is responsible for the FAA examiner’s fee at the completion of the checkride.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18-150, Wipline Amphib | $264 | N/A |
Traverse Air, Inc.
294 West Silver Lake Rd. North, Traverse City, MI 49685
- Tom Brady, CFII, Mike; 231/590-4548
Tom Brady owns, operates, and does all training for Traverse Air Inc. He has more than 30 years of experience. The plane used is a 1947 Piper Super Cruiser, 150 hp. Course rate includes complete six-hour course, training manual, seaplane for checkride, and a free six-month membership with the Seaplane Pilots Association. Tom schedules and coordinates for the checkride. The designated-examiner fee is an additional $600. The rating is guaranteed and insured. Biennial flight reviews and SES time-building packages are available. Training takes two days and is done in beautiful, scenic northern Michigan. Only Alaska has more territorial water than Michigan. Traverse Air Inc. is located in the middle of 3320 square miles of lakes and bays. Learn the stick-and-rudder skills of seaplane flying while enjoying the beauty of the area. Bring your family with you for a great vacation while doing the most enjoyable rating you will ever obtain. The area is the water wonderland of the Midwest. It is surrounded by the bays of Lake Michigan, inland lakes, the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Park, the rolling hills of vineyards, fruit trees, and farm lands, making this a relaxing and wonderful place to come. There are many attractions and recreational activities. Check out the Visitor’s Bureau for things to do in our area. http://www.visittraversecity.com/things-to-do-3/.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper PA-12-150 | $220 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES | 5-6 | $1295 |
Examiner’s fee | $600 |
Northwoods Aviation, Inc.
8186 East 34 Rd., Cadillac, MI 49601
- Derek DeRuiter, President; 231/775-6641
Northwoods Aviation is a professional, licensed flight school that has operated its floatplane training in beautiful Northern Michigan for more than 40 years. The Cadillac, Michigan, area is surrounded by numerous lakes of various sizes providing a diverse training environment. The standard seaplane rating consists of flight and ground instruction, training manual, and aircraft for the checkride. Pilots normally complete the rating in two to three days. Northwoods Aviation also offers recurrent, advanced seaplane, amphibious training, flight reviews, tailwheel, and skiplane training. Many students will earn their tailwheel endorsement prior to seaplane rating which gives them a great feel for stick-and-rudder flying. Tailwheel training is available throughout the entire year. Our FBO is based at the Cadillac Airport, so you are welcome to fly-in. Our seaplane base is located just east of Cadillac. Please give us a call or visit our website for more information.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper PA-12-150 | $220 | N/A |
Piper J-3 | $220 | N/A |
Cessna 185 Amphib | $375 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Piper PA-12 (straight floats) Pvt/Com SES | 7 | $1800 |
Piper J-3 (LSA)(straight floats) Pvt/Com SES Examiner’s Fee | $500 |
Northwestern Michigan College
1701 East Front St., Traverse City, MI 49686
- Mike O'Keefe, chief flight instructor
The NMC Seaplane course is operated out of the college’s aviation program facilities in beautiful Traverse City, MI. We are surrounded by a variety of bays and lakes, large and small, all near the airport, providing a diverse training environment to compliment your experience. Training is done in a 180-hp Piper Super Cub equipped with Wipline amphib floats. We provide a package of training aids including videos, the NMC Seaplane Training Reference Guide, and NMC’s Ground School Notes. Depending on the pilot’s skills and currency, the add-on rating can normally be completed in two to three days, allowing you to receive your training and rating over a weekend. Traverse City has wonderful accommodations on the bay, so plan to bring the family. We have a staff of seaplane instructors with decades of flight instruction experience and a local FAA-designated examiner who can complete your practical test using the plane you trained in.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper Super Cub, Wipline 2100 | N/A | $234 |
Michigan Seaplane
6544 Highland Road, Waterford, MI 48327
- Mark Fisher
Michigan Seaplane is based in Waterford, Michigan (southeast Michigan). Area of operations are off of Pontiac Lake near KPTK (Oakland International Airport). Students are able to fly into KPTK, and with prior notification we can provide transportation. Lodging is also available with prior notification. Great location for learning to fly seaplanes where water and scenery abound. Call today to schedule your seaplane instruction.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-12 Piper Super Cruiser 150HP | $225 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES | Call for pricing |
Giving Wings Aviation
1170 Airport Access Rd., Traverse City, MI 49686
- Flight Center 231/943 -2033
All our water courses are designed to get your feet wet in beautiful Northern Michigan. We offer Factory approved flight training in our Icon Aircraft- A5. Now offering ASES in the A5! You will love flying the A5. If you prefer a floatplane experience, then climb aboard our wonderfully restored Cessna Amphibian to complete your ASES rating. Splash into the surrounding lakes with a friend in the backseat. We utilize a local DPE ensuring you the most efficient path to earning your rating. Ground school consists of a review of our training materials and daily pre and post flight briefings as well as a “Mock Checkride”. Most proficient and current pilots can complete the Cessna training package in two to three days. Bring the family and discover why Traverse City has won so many awards for a small town.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 Amphibian | $230 | N/A |
ICON A5 | $300 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Cessna-ASES package | 6-8 | $1750 |
ICON-ASES package | 10 | $3000 |
Examiner fee | N/A | $500 |
ICON-approved A5 Flight Training Courses | ||
Sport Flying introduction | 1+1* | $395 |
Transition course-landplane | 8 | |
Transition course-seaplane | 4 |
Outback Aviation
McBain Mi
I offer seaplane instruction in single straight floats, amphibian and hull seaplanes. I offer training in most every single engine seaplane including the Kodiak 100 and Cessna Caravan. I am also an FAA Designate Pilot Examiner for single engine seaplanes. My rates depend on the type of aircraft and length of training. Seaplane checkride fee is $600.
Minnesota
Wings Over Water Seaplane Training
4429 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55419
- Mary Alverson
Experience the joy of seaplane flying in the land of 10,000 lakes. We offer training in both straight and amphibious floatplanes. Training is available at Madden’s Resort on Gull Lake in Brainerd and Fleming Field (SGS) in South St. Paul. On-staff DPE available at both locations.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA-18 Super Cub Cessna 172 (180 hp) | $350 | N/A |
Wipline Amphibious 2550 | $450 | N/A |
Venture North Aviation, LLC
125 Wheaton Rd., Cloquet, MN 55720
Earn your private or commercial seaplane rating while exploring the remote lakes of Northern MN. We are located on the western tip of Lake Superior in Minnesota, You will have access to thousands of Northern Minnesota lakes for floatplane flying. Don’t settle for anything less than the classic Super Cub on amphibious floats; perfect for that secluded Northwood’s lake or the private grass strip.
Based in Cloquet, MN, Venture North Aviation, LLC offers seaplane ratings, seaplane recurrent training, and custom floatplane adventures throughout northern Minnesota. You can earn your floatplane rating in as little as 6 to10 hours of flying. Our Piper Super Cub with 160hp engine on Wipline 2100 floats is the ultimate floatplane flying machine to earn your seaplane rating.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA18A-160 Super Cub Wipline 2100 amphib | ||
Your aircraft |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Three-day Seaplane Rating | 8 | $2499 |
Five-day Seaplane Rating, plus Wilderness Adventure | 16 | $4999 |
One-day Seaplane Recurrent training | $650 |
Surfside Seaplane Training LLC
6980 Lake Drive, Lino Lakes, MN 55014 Training based out of Surfside Seaplane Base (8Y4)
- Ken Partyka
Seaplane ratings, BFRs, refresher training, and demo flights offered. Train with experienced instructors in a Cessna 172L on Aqua floats. This nicely equipped floatplane has a 160-hp engine with Powerflow exhaust and fixed-pitch prop. Great combination for learning how to fly on floats. We will get you current, ready for your practical test, or just more comfortable flying on floats. SES ratings typically are between 6 and 8 hours depending on your flying skills. Surfside (8Y4) is the largest seaplane base in the lower 48 and a great little airport. It is located in the Twin Cities metro very close to both KANE and 25D. Rice Creek Campgrounds, hotels, and many restaurants are in the area. Fly in, make it a family vacation, and along with your training enjoy the many attractions the Twin Cities has to offer.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172L, 160HP, Aqua 2200 | $270 | N/A |
BFR, refresher training, and demo flights | $270 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES | 7 | $1860 |
Rick’s Aviation Adventures LLC
Northern Minnesota
- Rick Mercil
Rick is a Federal Aviation Administration licensed pilot and flight instructor with the following ratings: ATP-airline transport pilot, COMM-commercial single engine and multi-engine, INST-instrument, CFI-certified flight instructor, CFII-certified flight instructor/instrument, MEI-multi-engine instructor and seaplane pilot and instructor. Rick is a seasoned pilot with 41-plus years of experience and has flown Sea Planes, aerobatics, crop sprayers, turboprops, corporate jets, and airliners. Rick was a ground and flight instructor at the University of Minnesota Crookston and served as the Chief flight instructor at the University of North Dakota. He worked on NASA general aviation initiatives and had the honor of being named Flight Instructor of the Year in North Dakota in 1994. Rick has a passion for vintage aircraft and enjoys sharing his experiences and love of flying with others. Rick’s Seaplane course will be a fun experience full of learning and aviation adventure.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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PA18 Amphibian | $250 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Pvt/Com add-on | 6-8 | $1900 + Examiner’s Fee | </tr
Air Trek North
1620 Henry Ave., S. St. Paul, MN 55379; Airport: KSGS
Imagine stopping in to a restaurant while training, learning to beach a plane, learning to dock, river landings, lake landings, all within the beautiful Minneapolis/Saint Paul Lakes and River area. Excursions available during your training to almost any of the 10,000 pristine Minnesota lakes or a hop over to Wisconsin for some prime rib on Cedar Lake. It’s how training should be and can be. We are located just 10 minutes from the Minneapolis International airport at friendly Fleming Field (KSGS) right next to the Wipaire float factory. Air Trek North also offers Private, Commercial, Instrument, Multiengine, CFI, CFII & MEI training.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 Amphib | $270 | $230 |
C206 Amphib | $600 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES seaplane add-on | 6-8 | $1620+ |
Adventure Seaplanes LLC May - October
12D Tower Airport, 5804 HooDoo Point Rd., Tower, MN 55790
- Brian Schanche
Our Instructors are high time and experienced with thousands of hours in many types of aircraft. You will fly many northern wilderness lakes and rivers surveying the lakes for safe landing areas, docking, ramping, beaching, securing aircraft, refueling along with U.S. and Canada Customs border-crossing procedures. We have many lodges and resorts with great fishing in our area, with nice restaurants to fly to for a very fun and more advanced training vacation. This is the Real Bush Flying Deal flying seaplanes In northern Minnesota that people dream of, so why not get your seaplane rating the right way. Fly your own plane to 12D and we have accommodations onsite for you and your plane or many other lodging places without being in the big city. Our Specialty Canadian tours offer fishing opportunities, viewing beluga whales, polar bears, moose, caribou, muskox, and Arctic wolves, flying north to Churchill and above the Arctic Circle in Nunavut. For those who want to do their dream trip to Alaska, our C185 Amphib is ready to take you during the months of June and July. Inquire early for this trip.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172, Bauman 2550 | $290 | |
Cessna 185 PK 3500C | $390 | $300 |
Cessna 185 Amphib 330HP Aerocet 3400 | $450 | N/A |
DHC-2 Beaver Eco 4930 | $750 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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C172 Recurrency and BFR | 3 | $895 |
C172 Basic and BFR | 6 | $1795 |
C185 Amphib Complex and BFR | 8 | $3650 |
Beaver Bush Pilot and BFR | 8 | $5950 |
Northern Minnesota Lodge Tour | 6 | Inquire |
C185 Amphib Churchill Polar Bear Tour | 16 | Inquire |
C185 Amphib Minnesota-Alaska Tour | 25-30 | Inquire |
Adventure North Flying Service
5959 Ojibwa Rd., Brainerd, MN 56431
- Adam Forsberg, President, CFII
Single and multiengine seaplane, beginner to advanced, offered in Baudette and Brainerd Lakes areas.
Baudette: Training is offered on the Rainy River at our FBO, located at the Baudette International Airport (KBDE). The Rainy River provides the border between the U.S. and Canada and feeds into Lake of the Woods, the sixth largest lake in the United States! Our training includes both river and lake flying. We invite you to enjoy a resort package at one of many lodges, which includes fishing or golf, in the walleye capital of the world.
Brainerd: The Brainerd Lakes area is a seaplane pilot’s dream! With more than 450 lakes within a 20-mile radius, you are never far from water! The scenery and lakes are breathtaking. Resort and golf packages are available at the numerous resorts in the area.
Courses include ground school, study guide, aircraft, and instructor. Some students require extra time, depending on individual skill. We offer SES and MES advanced training; please call for pricing. Examiner’s fee is $250-$300. No updates available for 2020.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 206, 300 hp, Edo 3430 floats | $340 | N/A |
Cessna 180, Edo 2870 floats | $300 | N/A |
Beech 18 Twin, Edo 7850 floats | $875 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Basic Rating (180) | 6 | $1950 |
SES Basic Rating (206) | 7 | $2100 |
SES training in owner aircraft | 6 | $600 |
SES Advanced - Available | Please call | |
MES Basic Rating | 6 | $875/hr |
MES Advanced - Available | Please call |
Advanced Flight Training and Leasing
1700 Henry Ave., Fleming Field, South St. Paul, MN 55075
- Steve Guetter, General Manager
We are the industry leader in training and leasing for Wipaire Floats and Fire Boss aircraft, focusing on personalized and customized service. We offer training for all aircraft on Wipline Floats and provide customized training for your aircraft and operations. Based at Fleming Field, KSGS, in the Wipaire facility.
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Advanced Training in your aircraft | Call For More Information | |
Caravan Initial or Recurrent, wheels and/or floats (Per Day) | $1500 |
Missouri
Flying Fish LLC
St. Charles County Airport, KSET, 6930 Grafton Ferry Rd, Portage Des Sioux, MO 63373Mailing address: PO Box 1145 St. Charles MO 63302
- Rachel Hinote
Solo a seaplane with our rental program and explore all that Missouri and the Midwest have to offer! Located at KSET, a half mile from the confluence of the mighty Mississippi and Illinois rivers, we have lots of water to choose from. Learn the ebbs and flows of river flying, or check out some of the large lakes in the area. Get your SES rating, tailwheel endorsement, or join in on one of our guided adventures. We have something for everyone. Chris Hinote, owner, is one of the Missouri Field Directors for SPA and is working hard to make seaplane flying more accessible. We hope you will join us!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Progressive Aerodyne Searey | $350 | $249 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Rating (Light Sport to ATP) | 6 | $2800 |
Montana
Backcountry Flying Experience
PO Box 7276, Kalispell, MT 59904
- Tom Allen, training instructor
Come fly “The Last Best Place,” Big Sky Country Montana. Backcountry Flying Experience covers floats, skis, and big tires all in one location. We will take you into the Bob Marshall wilderness and over Glacier National Park. Learn to fly into some of the most spectacular lakes and rivers in the Northwest. With more than 4,000 hours of float flying, you will get the best instruction, including advanced Montana mountain flying. Lodging specials available and adventure packages for the whole family. No solo available. Backcountry Flying goes above and beyond to provide the most rewarding aviation experience. The whole family will have the time of their life.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper PA-18 | $295 | N/A |
Cessna 180 | $525 | N/A |
Your Aircraft | $96 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES course in PA-18 | 6 | $2150 |
SES course Cessna 180 | 6 | $3530 |
Advanced SES PA-18 | 8 | $2740 |
Advanced SES PA-18 | 10 | $3330 |
Flight reviews available. | ||
SES Refresher Course | 3 | $885 |
Nevada
New Hampshire
Team Lake
16 Varney Point Road Left, Gilford, NH 03249
- Bruce Rivard
Insurance benefits for complete factory course. SES course package available. Call for details. Sales demonstrations available. Factory- and insurance-approved program, recurrency and proof of concept demonstrations. Seasonal in NH, also based in Kissimmee and Sarasota, Florida. Lake Aircraft Factory Training Course: 25-30 hours of flight; 10-15 hours of ground school. Cost is included with aircraft purchased from Team Lake.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Your aircraft | $125 | N/A |
Loprinze Aviation LLC
Nashua
We operate on 2 8GCBC Scouts on Wipaire 2100A amphibians with 4 instructors operating this year. FAA Designated Pilot Examiner on staff.
New Jersey
Roatan Aviation LLC
Andover Aeroflex Airport 12N
Our training is in scenic locations on the Hudson River, as well as New York lakes and rivers.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Maule 235b Amphib Beginner and advanced | $349 | N/A |
New York
Rochester Air Center LLC
1313 Scottsville Rd., Rochester, NY 14624
The Rochester Air Center is located in western New York, in the heart of the Finger Lakes region. Train for your seaplane rating minutes away from five different Finger Lakes with miles of shoreline and water as well as protected bays on Lake Ontario. This allows plenty of practical experience flying the seaplane and on-the-water maneuvering. Practice amphibious operations from boat ramp to hard-surface parking in Hammondsport, New York, on Keuka Lake near the Glenn Curtiss Museum and the annual seaplane homecoming.
We work with two Designated Pilot Examiners to make it a seamless process from training to checkride when you are ready. The Rochester Air Center is one of the very few places that you can rent the aircraft, 15 hours amphibious time required. We were featured in January/February 2019 Water Flying Magazine, “Incapable of Hearing “NO!”
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172N, Amphib | $250 | $210 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES (private and commercial) Examiner fee | $600 |
North Carolina
Tri-Air Inc.
140 Tri-County Airport Rd., Aulander, NC 27805
- Henry Lee Joyner, President
Includes dual flight time, ground instruction, study materials, FAA checkride, and examiner’s fee.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Piper PA-12 | $170 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES Pvt/Com Add-On | 6 | $1550 |
Ohio
Belford Flying Service
228 Golf View Dr., Auburndale, FL 33823 520 South State St., Westerville, OH 43081
- Captain Richard Belford
Certified seaplane training for:
Initial and recurrent seaplane ratings/training
CFI – proficiency training
All Lake LA-4 models
Searey, most other LSAs
Most single-engine floats and amphibian floats (initial Insurance issuance and/or renewal)
Seaplane ratings include Ground School CD – training at your location or in Ohio and/or central Florida.
We are responsible for opening the Ohio seaplane landing areas at Ohio State Parks. Free registration with Ohio Dept. of Aviation is only requirement to use the waters.
Buc Inc. Flying Services
8914 Airport Rd., PO Box 21199, Georgetown, OH 45121
- Captain Douglas "Buc" Rogers
Orientation and sightseeing rides available over Southern Ohio and the Ohio River. Enjoy a beautiful orientation ride and see whether seaplane flying is for you. We provide initial and recurrent training in your aircraft to include LA-4-180, LA-4-200, LA-4-250, and LA-4-270 at $75 per hour. Recurrent and initial training is completed to AOPA Insurance standards. Enjoy a relaxed informative training environment, with overnight facilities available at Georgetown Airport in the scenic Southern Ohio Valley, KGEO.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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LA-4-200 EP | $350 | N/A |
SOUTH CAROLINA
VanFleet Aviation
Pickens County, South Carolina ( KLQK), 240 Airport Road, Liberty, SC 29657
- Susan VanFleet
My Cessna 172XP Wipaire 2350 Amphib 210 hp is located at the Pickens Co SC Airport ( KLQK). I keep it in a heated hangar so I can fly year-round when the temperatures are above 36 degrees. The airport is near Lake Keowee and Jocassee, where we do our training.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172XP Amphib | $265 | N/A |
Instruction (ground and air) | $65 | N/A |
Staines Aviation, LLC
Lake Wylie
- John Staines
Will train in own aircraft.
TeNNEsSEE
Tennessee Seaplane Company
Based at Duncan Boat Dock 2329 Duncan Rd., Knoxville, TN 37919
- Ryan Hile and Traver Madden, co-owners
Tennessee Seaplane offers flight instruction and sightseeing in the beautiful hills and waterways of East Tennessee. Based at Duncan Boat Dock in Knoxville, we have plenty of water to train on, as we are surrounded by seven large lakes. We operate a Cessna floatplane: a 160-hp N model that sits on EDO 2130 straight floats out of our dock on Fort Loudoun Lake ( Tennessee River) in the heart of Knoxville. Our chief pilot and in-house DPE have more than 16 years of seaplane experience and a combined 17,000 hours of flight time. We offer Private, Commercial SES , advanced mountain seaplane training as well as amphibious transition training. VA approved Give us a call to schedule a flight.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 straight floats | $350 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES (private and commercial) | 5 | $2100 |
Examiner fee | $400 |
Texas
Texas Bush Pilots
7890 Eagle Lane, Spring, TX 77379
- Terry Sonday
Examiner on staff. Available airplanes: Cessna 172-180HP and Cessna 182-300HP. Operating from David Wayne Hooks (DWH) land and sea airport, located 15 miles NW of Houston Intercontinental Airport. Free pickup from IAH. Course includes ground school, flight training, and study material. Also available sea wings, BFR, tail wheel training, CFI renewal or reinstatement after the training, refresher courses. We also can train in your aircraft. Please leave phone number when contacting by email.
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Private SES (check ride included) | $2995 | |
Comm SES (check ride included) | $2995 |
SeaRey Adventures LLC
Canton and Temple, Texas
- Tom and Gayle Rhines
If you’re looking for seaplane fun, the SeaRey is the way to get it! Our goal is to provide first class training in our 2020 Progressive Aerodyne 914 powered SeaRey using the Searey Flight Instructor Association course syllabus to achieve your light-sport, private or commercial single-engine seaplane rating. We also offer training in your SeaRey, ferry flight services and demo flights if you want to find out what real fun flying is all about! Remember, a successful checkride counts as a BFR!
We primarily use Belton Lake from our Temple, Texas location and Cedar Creek Lake and Lake Athens from our Canton, Texas location, but almost anywhere is possible! We have a lodging package available for our beautiful Belton Lake location. Bring the family and enjoy swimming and kayaking on the lake during the training. Only a 10 minute drive from Temple Airport (KTPL).
Our Instructors are Tom and Gayle Rhines.
Tom Rhines is a professional pilot with over 20000 hours, has over 4500 hours of flight instruction given in light aircraft and over 1000 hours of tailwheel instruction given.
Gayle Rhines has over 14000 hours, has given over 1000 hours of light aircraft flight instruction, is a Luscombe and SeaRey taildragger instructor and is a professional pilot with a major airline.
Both Tom and Gayle are SeaRey Flight Instructor Association certified instructors. Tom is also an A&P/IA and has completed the RFSC Rotax service and maintenance courses.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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SeaRey S-LSA 914 | $299 | N/A |
Instruction in your aircraft | $100 | |
Demo Flights | $249 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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LSA-ASES* | 5 hours dual | $1999 |
*Ground school and checkride included | ||
Private/Commercial ASES* | 5 hours dual | $2499 |
*Ground school and examiner fee included. |
Texas Seaplanes LLC
9400 Caliente Dr., McKinney, TX 75072
- Herb Hagler, owner
I have been active in SES training since 2006 and have completed 120+ ratings with a 100 percent pass rate for checkrides. The DFW area has quite a few lakes in the area for seaplane training. I have also served as an FAA check airman for SES since 2008.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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C182 on Aerocet amphibious floats | $375 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Pvt /Com SES | 6 | $3000 |
Cubs Floats and Fun
David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport, Houston (KDWH)
- David Lewis, owner
attention, veterans! You may qualify for a $2,000 credit from the VA for your checkride. If you currently have benefits under any one of the following chapters and you submit VA Form 22-0803, you can be reimbursed the $2,000 cost of the test under the REIMBURSEMENT OF LICENSING OR CERTIFICATION TEST FEES program.Montgomery GI Bill – Active Duty Educational Assistance Program (MGIB) (Chapter 30); Post-Vietnam Era Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) (Chapter 32); Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33); Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA) (Chapter 35); Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP) (Chapter 1607); Montgomery GI Bill – Selected Reserve Program (MGIB-SR) (Chapter 1606).
One-stop shopping—checkride included!
Cubs Floats and Fun seaplane rating consists of up to seven hours of flight instruction, two hours of ground instruction, the Cubs Floats and Fun Seaplane Training Manual, Step up to Floats 2, and a one-year membership in the Seaplane Pilots Association. The rating is normally done in two days. The seaplane rating is gained using our newly upgraded 160- HP Piper PA-18 Super Cub on EDO 2000 Floats. Off-airport flying is emphasized in the training, and you will be exposed to the most unique flying area around. The use of the aircraft for the checkride is included in the cost. The training manuals will be sent prior to arrival so you’re ready to get flying. The SES course qualifies for BFR and FAA Wings credit.
Cubs Floats and Fun is based in Cajun country at Pineville, LA (2L0), with year-round float flying. We also offer training at KDWH in Houston. The home base at Pineville 2L0 on Lake Buhlow is next to the Red River and has numerous oxbows and everything available for your personalized training. Cubs Floats and Fun also offers recurrent, advanced seaplane, amphibious training, flight reviews, and tailwheel training. Allow at least two days for course completion. All training and checkride costs are included in package price assuming seven or less hours of flight instruction. Chief pilot Dave Lewis is the Louisiana and Texas Field Director for the SPA and a highly experienced pilot, both fixed and rotary wing. Examiner on staff.
If you’re looking for a truly fun flying experience and want to check off one more item on the bucket list, give us a call or visit our website for more information. Block rates are available for hours/experience building in the Super Cub.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Your aircraft | $90 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SES rating (checkride included) | 4-7 | $2799 |
Float recurrency / BFR MES rating | 2-3 | $290/hr |
Aviation Wisdom
311 CR 2355, Mineola TX 75773
- John Wisdom
Providing Seaplane instruction for American Legend Aircraft in Sulphur Springs Texas in Amphib or straight float equipped Legend Cubs. Available for instruction in your aircraft or call to see what is in the hangar for dual instruction.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Instruction in your airplane | $60 |
Vermont
Vermont Flight Academy
355 Valley Rd., South Burlington, VT 05403
Stay tuned for our seaplane training program coming 2021!
VIRGINIA
Pearson Aviation Inc.
551 Harbor View Circle, Colonial Beach, VA 22443
- Mike Pearson
The Searey is an amphib that lands on the hull in water. It is GREAT FUN to fly. Training area nearby. Basic course is factory authorized for Searey. Will provide certificate for insurance. Wings credit provided for flights.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Searey Elite, wet with instructor | $265 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Basic Seaplane Rating* | 13 | $3600 |
River Operations | 3 | $750 |
Seaplanes R Fun Inc. (dba SML Aviation)
Smith Mountain Lake Airport 1090 Cutlass Rd., Moneta, VA 24121
- Jason Grieff
1957 C-180A with WingX extensions on Wipaire 3000As. $1000 deposit to schedule training (fully refundable). Experience the wonders of the region while receiving your SES rating. Open daily.
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES add-on | 6* | $2700** |
Washington
BlueGreen Xtreme, OceanFloats/Tundra Tires/SnoSkis
PO Box 31329, Seattle, WA 98103
- Dave Krall, chief pilot/instructor
CRM safety for both conventional and extreme flying is emphasized. Transitional flight training and ground instruction for pilots holding a private pilot certification or above for land and/or sea. Rough-water and emergency short landing practice encouraged. Explore the Pacific Northwest via mountain/canyon flying, wilderness training, fishing, wildlife viewing, beach picnics, volcanoes, dining, and more. Open Pacific Ocean, gnarly white surf splashdowns (landings and takeoffs), pristine snow and ice SKI landings, alpine lakes, Puget Sound, San Juan Islands, and whitewater river landings all on the same flight! Aircraft is capable of rough-water operations (lake, rapid river, and open ocean/surf). Convenient North Seattle base with accommodations nearby. Aircraft rental is a 2011 low-hour airframe with new state-of-the-art upgraded engine with custom digital pushbutton turbo scramble boost intercooled STOL/Bush Amphib on high G-shock 1650s combo floats/skis with electrohydraulic RG tundra wheels. Side-by-side seats/dual controls. Total glass-panel flight instruments with “steam” gauges backing up. Saltwater surcharge may apply depending on sea conditions. Waiver required for all flights (10% off for SPA, WSPA, or RAF members). Course training is tailored to individual’s needs and desires. Qualifies for BFR and/or FAA Wings Programs. Nineteen years of experience in mountain flying, airstrip trailheads, and MVFR. MCFI 1999-2004. Private primary training is available by special arrangement. FAA examiner nearby. Highly versatile, state-of-the-art aerial ATV provides either a laid-back scenic piloting experience or a uniquely wild ride. Information updated for 2021.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Custom T-I-I STOL/Bush Amphib | $345 | $250 |
Seattle Seaplanes
1325 Fairview Avenue East, Seattle, WA 98102
- Jim Chrysler
ASES add-on ratings and initial private and commercial training in the heart of Seattle on Lake Union. Six to ten hours training for ASES add-on. Flights on fresh and saltwater. World’s sweetest Doberman on staff.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 206 | $695 | N/A |
Cessna 172 180 hp | $335 | N/A |
Seaplane Scenics and Adventures in Flight
Mailing address:1958 S Market Blvd. Chehalis WA 98532 ; office: Wiley Post, 1000 Perimeter Rd. W., Renton, WA 98057; seaplane office: 295 Airport Way, Renton, WA 98057
- James Young, chief pilot/manager
Seaplane Scenics is Seattle’s newest seaplane company. We specialize in flight instruction, seaplane tours, and Charters. We accommodate private and commercial seaplane add-on ratings, and almost any seaplane experience you can dream. Advanced training is available: amphibious float training, rough water, mountain flying, and high-altitude lakes. We have also added a Cessna 172 I on PK 2300 straight floats. James Young is the owner and chief pilot. His lifelong passion for flying has grown into inspiration for sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for flying. His dedication to flying keeps him motivated to stay current with the dynamic and ever growing world of aeronautics. Seaplane Scenics dba Adventures in Flight, a new land-based flight school, is now open at KCLS in Chehalis, WA. It is a full service flight school with Vans RV crossover training, tailwheel endorsements, and spin awareness training.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 185 seaplane | $595 | N/A |
Cessna 172 seaplane | $285 | $225* |
Ride-along on a training flight: | $95 | |
Kenmore Air Harbor
6321 NE 175th St., Kenmore, WA 98028-0064
- Jay Todhunter, chief flight instructor
Allow a minimum of 3-4 days for course completion, if proficient and current on single-engine piston aircraft. Weather dependent. Use of the aircraft for the checkride is included in both package deals. Space available ride-along on a scheduled domestic Kenmore Air Flight also included in package rate. Examiner on staff. Dual in privately owned aircraft available depending on season and pilot availability. Up to 200HP $150/hr; over 200HP and/or Amhib $225/hr; Ground/Commute Time $75/hr. Solo aircraft rental unavailable. Intro flight is $125. Come celebrate our 75th anniversary with us this year!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 | $325 | N/A |
Cessna 180 | $575 | N/A |
DHC-2 Beaver | $750 | N/A |
Piper PA-18 | $325 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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6-hour package (C-172 or PA-18) | 6 | $2000 |
8-hour package (C-172 or PA-18 | 8 | $2500 |
Boeing Employees Flying Association (BEFA)
840 West Perimeter Rd., Renton, WA 98057-5346
- Wes McKechnie
You must join BEFA to receive training. See http://befa.org/about/how-to-join/. BEFA membership is open primarily to Boeing employees. Non-Boeing members are allowed in according to association bylaws. Contact BEFA for information. There is a one-time nonrefundable join fee, recurring monthly fee, hourly airplane rate, and hourly Instructor rate.
Wisconsin
Wings Air Charter LLC
236 Airport Hangar Drive, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
- Kurt Gross
Wings Air Charter LLC offers a Lake Buccaneer for Seaplane Ratings. We are located in beautiful central Wisconsin with two large flowages that are ideal for training and just a 5-minute flight from the airport. We offer 2- to 3-day ratings with pilot rates at nearby hotels. An examiner is on staff. Wings Air Charter LLC is a Cessna Pilot Center with a later model 172 and a Skycatcher for training or rental.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Lake Bucaneer | $295 | N/A |
Spring City Aviation, Inc.
707 Airport Rd., Burlington, WI 53105
- Paul Aydt
Spring City Aviation is proud to offer SES training at our Burlington location. Wisconsin is an excellent state to take your training to a new level. You’ll be sure to have fun in our well-equipped Amphibious C180 with plenty of local freshwater lakes nearby. We have developed a course guide that makes it fun and enjoyable yet comprehensive, making you a safe and competent seaplane pilot. Call or email to discuss your training or to set up an introductory flight.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Amphibious Cessna 180A | $295 | N/A |
Romeo Aviation Inc. / Romeo Seaplanes
Northwoods Romeo Seaplane Base (4WI3) 101 Airport Ave., Hangar #2, Cumberland, WI 54829
- Sandi Randall, Owner / President
Private pilot certificate required. Optional Gleim SARC – Seaplane add-on rating ground-school course available online—please see our website. Location Cumberland, WI, KUBE. Beaver Dam Lake and Blake Lake—both primary docking. Fly in or drive. Lodging/Camping available nearby. Seaplane examiner available onsite. Training from June-September. Introductory flights available—student pilots welcome. Course packages do not include the checkride day, sales taxes, textbook and materials, or fuel surcharges. Book in advance to secure your preferred dates. A $300 nonrefundable check deposit is required to hold a 2-4 day reservation with CFI and DPE for ASES Ratings. Cash or check only accepted for payment.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Citabria 7GCBC, Wipline 2100 Str | $275 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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ASES, Advanced | 10 | $2950 |
ASES, Basic Refresher, BFR | 7 | $2550 |
Professional Flight Training, LLC
6450 County K, Rhinelander, Wi. 54501
- Jeff Melau
Specializing in light sport aircraft Rans, Savannah, and Cessna 172 182.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Your aircraft | $50 | N/A |
Lakeshore Aviation
4301 Knuell St., Manitowoc, WI 54220
- Curt Drumm, president
Lakeshore Aviation offers complete seaplane flight instruction in a well-equipped Cessna 172 Hawk XP on Wipline 2350 Amphib floats. Located 35NM east of Oshkosh, and seaplane training during EAA AirVenture is available. Training can be at either our location along the shores of Lake Michigan or at our northern Wisconsin seaplane base, surrounded by thousands of lakes. Turn the experience into one for the whole family with a rental cabin and fishing boat. Training is available seasonally, based on WI weather. Our seaplane has a 210-hp engine and constant-speed prop, so the training will also count toward your high-performance and complex checkouts. It’s also full IFR if you’d like an instrument comp check at the same time. It’s equipped with a Garmin 430 and a Garmin 496 with XM Weather. Call early to schedule the best dates. Block-time rates available; fuel surcharge may apply.Training in your aircraft, insurance checkouts, and BFRs also available.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172XP amphib | $255 | N/A |
British Columbia
Fort Langley Air, Ltd
18799 Airport Way, Pitt Meadows, BC, Canada V3Y 0A7
Estimates are in Canadian dollars and do not include GST. Float rating estimates are based on Transport Canada minimum requirements—individual students may require additional dual training time before approval for solo flight. Minimum requirements and checkout apply for solo rental.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 180, EDO 2960 floats | $439 | $379 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Float Rating, Transport Canada Req | 7 | $3,164 |
Recreational Seaplane Pilot | ||
10 Dual / 5 Solo | 15 | $6,405 |
Bush Pilot Advance Float Training | ||
25 Dual/25 Solo | 50 | $20,930 |
Pacific Seaplanes
Pacific Seaplanes All Seaplane Airline PO Box 3, STN Cedar, Nanaimo, BC Canada V9X1W1
We excel at producing skilled pilots and preparing applicants for life in commercial seaplane flying. Our south coast BC Canada location offers near year-round flying. Please see our website for further prerequisite licensing and training details. Reasonably priced accommodations available nearby. ME Sea Rates exclude fuel. NEW in 2021: Introduction of our DHC-6 Twin Otter Seaplane. First in the world to offer DHC-6 Captain or First Officer Initial and Recurrent training, or from no seaplane time through our various courses leading to Command Seat on Twin Otters. Our PA23 Nomad Seaplane roll out in 2021 available for ME Seaplane training in addition to Beechcraft and DeHavilland Twin Otter. FAA Pilots can train here and get FAA ME/SEA check-ride within USA when borders open. Ask us for more details. ICON A5 IAFI (Factory Authorized Instructor) on staff for training operations in Canada. Call for details. Show your SPA Membership Card and get $100 off initial training.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 180 | $360 | N/A |
Piper Nomad (ME/SEA) Floats | $650 | N/A |
Beech 18 Floats (ME/SEA) | $950 | N/A |
DHC-6 Twin Otter/CAP (ME/SEA) | $3000 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Basic SE (C180) Seaplane Rating | $2625* *+ 5% GST |
Air-Hart Aviation
1348 Water St., Kelowna, BC, Canada V1Y 9P4
- Richard Hanson, owner
Offering private pilot licensing, commercial pilot licensing and instructor ratings on floats as well as foreign conversions. Training is by active air-taxi pilots. Students get actual solo hours. Price shown is all inclusive with no fuel surcharge.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172XP | $295 | $240 |
Cessna 180 | $360 | $305 |
Ocean Air Floatplanes
1861 Ferndale Rd., Victoria, BC, Canada V8N 2Y2
- David Budd, Operations Manager
Professional training taught by active air-taxi pilots working the coast—learn from experience. All prices in Canadian dollars.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 180, Aerocet 3500L | $375 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Seaplane endorsement | 7 | $2625 |
Professional Skills Course | 50 | $16250 |
Ontario
True North Airways
Box 340, Azilda, ON, Canada P0M 1B0
- Michelle Hayden
All prices are shown in Canadian dollars and do not include taxes. Sudbury Aviation is located 4 1/2 hours north of Toronto. Docking, mooring, and beaching. Gas and docking available. Seaplane endorsements and foreign-license conversions. Rentals are available to seaplane-endorsed pilots who complete an advanced flying bush course (10 hours).
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 | $249 | $189 |
Cessna 185 | $700 | N/A |
Cessna 172 (bush) | $249 | $189 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Bush Course | 10 | $2490 |
Elmhirst Vacation Air Ltd
1045 Settlers Line, Keene, ON, Canada K0L 2G0
- Peter Elmhirst, operations manager
Seaplane rating includes ground school, dual training, solo flight, and transport Canada license fee. Rates are in Canadian dollars. Pilots must have valid license. All rentals include instructor. On-site accommodations available.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172, 180HP | $340 | N/A |
Piper PA-12 | $300 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Cessna 172 | 7 | $2295 |
PA-12 | 7 | $1995 |
Georgian Bay Airways Ltd
11A Bay St., Parry Sound, ON, Canada P2A 1S4
Email for current course costs. Prices in Canadian dollars. We focus on producing highly skilled bush pilots and preparing students for their first jobs. Parry Sound/Georgian Bay is an ideal location for a flying vacation. Learn to fly floats while on holiday. Minimum requirement is PPL. See our website for details. Tax not included in course prices.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 180 | $450 | TBA |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Career Bush Pilot Program | 50 | $13,995 |
Intro Bush Pilot Program | 25 | $8495 |
Float Endorsement | 7 | $2849 |
QUEBEC
Dorval Aviation Inc
9025 Ryan Ave., Suite 202, Dorval, PQ, Canada H9P 1A2
- Philippe Gelinas
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172,180-hp conversion | $370CAD | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Canadian Floatplane Rating | 9 | $3330 |
FRANCE
Aquitaine Hydravions
133, Av JODEL, 40600 BISCARROSSE
We own three Piper PA18 and 1 RC3 Seabee. Flight and ground instruction are free. We provide a comprehensible Seaplane rating package that includes 8 hours of dual flight time and 1 hour final flight test. We offer the rare opportunity of solo flights with passengers , flight insurance included in the member fees. If you are seaplane rated, you may fly alone with passengers after a check ride with an English-speaking flight examiner. We are based in the southwest of France nearby Bordeaux city, which offers a variety of tourism interests. No updates available for 2020.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Complete member fee | $270 | |
PA-18 160 hp | $208 | $208 |
RC3 Seabee | $272 | $272 |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Partial member fee | 160$ | |
PA-18 160 hp | $235 | $235 |
RC3 Seabee | $320 | $320 |
GERMANY
Baltic-Seaplane GmbH
Lecker Chaussee 127, 24941 Flensburg, Germany
We are located in the very north of Germany – right at the Flensburg Fjord at the border to Denmark. Our location is perfect for waterflying as we can always provide a profound and challenging training environment. We cover all aspects of seaplane operation including glassy water, rough water, crosswind, beaching, docking at buoys and pier. Trips together with sailing boats and other seaplanes are possible. Our customers get a balanced and intensive training to prepare them for most aspects of seaplane operation. Our team of highly experienced instructors and examiners is looking forward to introduce you to the beauty of waterflying in Germany and Denmark! We tailor all courses individually to your experience and needs for you to become a safe seaplane pilot. Let’s fly floats!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 (180 hp), Wipline 2350 amphibious | *357€ | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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SEP(Sea) EASA, incl. Skill Test | 9 | 3490€ |
SEP (Sea) Biennial Flight Review (BFR) | *139€ | |
*with qualified flight examiner, excluding flight hour costs. | ||
SEP (Sea) Revalidation | *350€ | |
*with qualified flight examiner, excluding flight hours costs depending on proficiency level. | ||
Conversion FAA SEP (Sea) to EASA depends on proficiency level and will be on an individual basis. | ||
Intro to Waterflying for SEP (Land) pilots | *390€ | |
*includes academic training and 1 hr waterflying with splash-and go’s etc. |
ITALY
Aero Club Como
Viale Masia 44, Como, Italy 22100
- Marco Sala or Fulvia Moscatelli
Attractive seaplane training/rating packages. Aero Club Como, established in 1930, is the oldest seaplane operation in the world and operates the largest seaplane base with a complete fleet (floatplanes and flying boats — 4 C172; 1 R172K; 1 PA 18; 1 C206; 2 C305/L-19; 1 RC3), flight school, and maintenance facility in Europe. EASA examiners onsite; training is recognized by FAA and major authorities in the world.The seaplane base is on the shore of the town of Como, on the shore of the celebrated Lake Como. A lot of attractions in the area, on the border with Switzerland. Accommodations: hotel and private apartments near the seaplane base.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172 - 160 hp EDO 2130 | 276€ | 196€ |
Piper PA-18 Amphib - 180 hp | 288€ | 208€ |
Cessna C305 - 213 hp | 311€ | 231€ |
Cessna R172K Amphib - 195 hp | 311€ | 231€ |
Cessna 206 Floatplane/Amphib 300 hp IO550 | 465€ | 385€ |
RC3 | 334€ | 254€ |
POLAND
Airport Biernat
Poznańska 3, 62-023 Gądki, Poland
Seaplanes are our true passion and the most pleasant form of flying for us. We guarantee our candidates the experience of an amazing adventure that gives great satisfaction and a sense of freedom. Our school specialize in organizing 3-5 day block seaplane trainings, conducted by experienced instructors. We are located in Poland – seaplane friendly country, where you can land on many different water reservoirs. Examiner, guest rooms, meals and hangar space are also available at our airport.
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Cessna 172-180HP Wipline 2350A | 290€ | |
Aviat Husky A-1C-180 Wipline 2100A | 290€ |
SCOTLAND
Scotia Seaplanes Ltd
Hamish Mitchell, 45 Carrick Rd., Ayr, Scotland, UK, KA7 2RD
We have three part-time instructors and specialize in three- to four-day seaplane safaris around the stunningly beautiful west coast of Scotland. Landing beside castles, spotting Outlander locations, splashing on remote islands, flying over ancient whirlpools or weaving through the mountains. Then relax, with a whisky tour, staying in luxury hotels or camping on a remote beach. We also offer daytrip adventures or more formal training for the EASA rating. With many direct flights from N. America to Glasgow and Edinburgh, and the pound at rock bottom, now is the time to experience Scotland. Our 210HP FR172 is appropriately registered G-DRAM (a dram is a shot of whisky)—as with the best things in life, just add a little bit of water!
Hourly Rates | Dual | Solo |
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Amphib Cessna FR172-210HP on Wipline 2350A | $395 | N/A |
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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EASA SEP (sea) | 10 |
UNITED KINGDOM
On-Track Aviation Limited
Wellesbourne Mountford Aerodrome Loxley Lane, Wellesbourne, Warwickshire CV35 9EU, UK
We specialize in part- and full-time Instructor and Examiner courses on land and seaplanes. In addition, we can offer FAA Conversions/Renewals/BFRs. Our expertise is second to none and we have a reputation within the aviation industry for delivering first-class training. We offer professional instruction in a friendly environment with our students consistently achieving a first-time pass. It is a fact that our instructor graduates are keenly sought after by all the top class flight schools in the UK and Europe. So why not pop in and have a chat, a cuppa, and see for yourself. What can we do to further your aviation career?
Course Rates | Hours | Cost |
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Seaplane Class Rating, single-engine piston | 10 | £3950* |
*Includes flight training, theoretical knowledge training, and seamanship examination | ||
Class Rating Instructor, single-engine seaplane | 35 | £2900* |
*Plus 3 hrs flight training @ £340/hr | ||
Class Rating Examiner, single-engine seaplane | 3 days | £1350* |
*Plus 2 hours flight training @ £340/hr | ||
Flight Examiner, single-engine seaplane | 3 days | £900* |
*Plus 2 hours flight training @ £340/hr |