Starting a float plane operation in Phuket would be a dream. Would love to go back there. There is definitely a market there, but it has to be done right.
You can't have people like Pat running the show, his whole idea was to piss people off to try and get what he wanted.
There are some people that were really dedicated to try and make a go of it. But when you are in a foreign country and things are starting to turn around, it is time to head home.
AirJunk if a seaplane operation is something you would like to revisit. Don't hesitate. I have operational experience from reputible companies.