Seaplane flying is widely regarded as one ultimate way of experiencing aviation. Flying off the water is a uniquely rewarding experience, offering a sense of freedom, access to breathtaking landing sites, and a level of tranquility rarely found in other forms of aviation.

The Seaplane Pilots Association (SPA) is the primary organization focused on this special segment of aviation and catalogs seaplane flying opportunities, training, and background information on its website (seaplanepilotsassociation.org). One of the SPA’s many resources is the Water Landing Directory app, which highlights seaplane bases and other places that welcome floatplane operations, as well as related regulations.

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