Float plane rating
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If a float plane and a seaplane are the same thing (think they are, but not 100% certain)....
Caledonian Seaplanes Ltd, based on Loch Earn
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www.caledonianseaplanes.co.uk
I'd recommend the instructor and the aircraft, but not the Scottish weather - went for a weekend, managed half an hour flying.
Caledonian Seaplanes Ltd, based on Loch Earn
[email protected]
www.caledonianseaplanes.co.uk
I'd recommend the instructor and the aircraft, but not the Scottish weather - went for a weekend, managed half an hour flying.
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A float plane is a "normal" a/c on floats. For instance a Cessna with the wheels replaced.
A Seaplane is an a/c where the fuselage makes up the hull of the machine. For example a Catalina.
I can help arrange some float plane flying in Scotland if anyone wants it.
A Seaplane is an a/c where the fuselage makes up the hull of the machine. For example a Catalina.
I can help arrange some float plane flying in Scotland if anyone wants it.
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A float plane is a "normal" a/c on floats. For instance a Cessna with the wheels replaced.
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Floatplane = Seaplane ... as far as I am concerned.
Flying boat (hulled aircraft) = Seaplane
After all .... the rating is SEP (Sea) ... a Seaplane rating - which qualifies you (after any differences training) to fly any Seaplane.
I variously refer to my trusty 172 on floats as a floatplane/seaplane
But I wouldn't call a Lake or Catalina a Floatplane ..... as they don't have floats
I did my float rating at Caledonian Seaplanes - and had a fantastic time can thoroughly recommend it. PM me if you want any more details .. or if you're interested in shares in a 172 amphibian !!
Sure the weather can be problematic, but there's lots to do in the surrounding area in case it's too windy.
It's the most fun with 2 wings on as far is I'm concerned. Flying through the mountains and stunning Scottish magnificence, landing on a deserted loch, taxiing ashore, tieing up to a tree, then walking 5 mins to a 4 star hotel for lunch/breakfast
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Flying boat (hulled aircraft) = Seaplane
After all .... the rating is SEP (Sea) ... a Seaplane rating - which qualifies you (after any differences training) to fly any Seaplane.
I variously refer to my trusty 172 on floats as a floatplane/seaplane
But I wouldn't call a Lake or Catalina a Floatplane ..... as they don't have floats
I did my float rating at Caledonian Seaplanes - and had a fantastic time can thoroughly recommend it. PM me if you want any more details .. or if you're interested in shares in a 172 amphibian !!
Sure the weather can be problematic, but there's lots to do in the surrounding area in case it's too windy.
It's the most fun with 2 wings on as far is I'm concerned. Flying through the mountains and stunning Scottish magnificence, landing on a deserted loch, taxiing ashore, tieing up to a tree, then walking 5 mins to a 4 star hotel for lunch/breakfast
Jump in !!
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And whatever you call it, I agree with PH-UKU about it being great fun. I only did half an hour, and I could easily have got completely hooked. If you like flying and you like sailing, this is a great combination of the two. If you like basic flying - no ATC, no windsock or other aids, reading the wind and the weather from the hills and the ripples on the water - this is for you. Maybe I should go back and do more!
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If you like ... sailing
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If you like basic flying - no ATC, no windsock or other aids, reading the wind and the weather from the hills and the ripples on the water - this is for you.
A seaplane takeoff is the next best thing to ***...
The rating on my licence just says "Seaplanes/Amphibians" with no mention of float planes. As it happens, I did my rating test on an amphibious float plane, rather than a seaplane!
VP
PS: Edited to add: The comparison with carnal pleasure is indeed very true. Best fun I have ever had!
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PS: Edited to add: The comparison with carnal pleasure is indeed very true. Best fun I have ever had!
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I know I should get off my ar*e and do my own research, but does anyone know where I can do a (insert nautical term here) plane rating in or near Devon?
Thanks
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Thanks
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