Hayman Tam submitted this photo and note: “While driving home I decided to swing by the Seaplane Adventures seaplane base in Mill Valley, California, to see if any photo-worthy activity was taking place. No flying, but the sight of one of the Beavers out of the water made for a very cool photo op!”
Floatplane
Video: Candy Clipper
The short video features the Grumman Duck “Candy Clipper” from Fantasy of Flight in Florida, with owner Kermit Weeks sharing some fascinating facts about the bird.
Pictures of the Day: Heading off for adventure
C Duffel submitted these photos and note: “This Lake Renegade 250 (a.k.a the Megaforce Adventure Mobile) has just left Jefferson County International Airport (0S9) in Port Townsend, Washington, and is heading off for adventure.”
Lights, Camera, Albatross!
The award-winning 1954 Grumman G-111 Albatross — one of just 12 manufactured — will be featured in an upcoming documentary called “Flying Boats.”
Bearhawk triphibious airplane takes flight
Bearhawk Aircraft officials report the successful operations of a Bearhawk 4-Place aircraft on wheels, floats, and skis, which the company is calling a “triphibious” airplane.
An easier way to board your amphibious airplane
Made of 100% lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum and stainless steel, the collapsible steps can be stowed in the float locker.
New floats for experimentals introduced
The new float “combines a proven hull design with modern landing gear specifically tailored for the weight class of these aircraft.”
Have you ever seen a DC-3 on floats?
There’s one at Greenville Municipal
Airport in Maine.
e-Beaver makes first flight from Fraser River
Harbour Air intends to build the world’s first completely electric commercial seaplane fleet.