Flying VFR/Single to the Bahamas
Last year we had a very enjoyable time doing a seaplane rating at Jack Browns and then afterwards renting a C172 (wheels) and flying around Florida. This year we plan to be a bit more adventurous and fly to the Bahamas.
Does anyone have any experience of doing this in a C172 or similar VFR?
We both have PPLs with around 500hrs but no IFR/IMC experience or IR rating.
One concern is during the water crossing the sky/sea merging problem causing disorientation on a hazy day. Is this a common problem?
The other question is where to rent an aircraft and if it is possible to hire and then fly to the Bahamas. I understand some flight schools have prohibited some trips for insurance reasons?
If anyone can recommend a suitable place or give details of websites with a good list of rental places it would be much appreciated.
Any advice would be great.
Many Thanks