Seaplane Schools

A seaplane rating may be easily obtained from any number of approved seaplane schools. If you have a current private pilot's license, it will normally take from around 5 to 10 hours of seaplane instruction to familiarize yourself with the operation of a seaplane. When you obtain your seaplane rating, this will also qualify as your bi-annual flight review.

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Seaplane Training Resources and Information

In general, the privileges and limitations of a seaplane rating are similar to those of the equivalent land rating. The same standards and requirements apply as for comparable landplane certificates.

This Seaplane,Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operational Handbook introduces the basic skills necessary for piloting seaplanes, skiplanes, and helicopters equipped with floats or skis.You can download it for free. (PDF)

So You Want to Fly Seaplanes from Sporty's