Sales demonstrations available. We operate during the ice-free months, which usually begin in May and last through sometime in October. Call or email any time. Recurrent and initial training is completed to AOPA Insurance standards. Rates are in Canadian dollars. Call for course pricing. We are conveniently located at the Fairbanks International Airport and can provide introductory float and off airport experiences, float ratings (DPE available on airport) and flight reviews. Enjoy a beautiful orientation ride and see whether seaplane flying is for you. These cookies collect information that is used either in aggregate form to help us understand how our website is being used or how effective our marketing campaigns are, or to help us customize our website and application for you in order to enhance your experience. The closest major airport is Sacramento for CA and Anchorage for Alaska Location. Intro to Waterflying for SEP (Land) pilots. With more than 4,000 hours of float flying, you will get the best instruction, including advanced Montana mountain flying. Students get actual solo hours. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site. If you love adventure, the beauty of nature, the freedom of the sky, and new, fun challenges, Alaska is the place for you, and in a float plane, you will have the best view. FAA Pilots can train here and get FAA ME/SEA check-ride within USA when borders open. The ICON Flight Center (IFC) in Tampa, FL is located at Peter O. Knight Airport (KTPF) on Davis Island. At Alaska Float & Tailwheel Training, we have the right training program whether youre a local pilot or want to pick up a new skill while here on vacation. Float flying season is May through early October, depending on when spring thaw occurs. Steve has "been there" and I recommend him to anyone who askstail draggers, float planes, ski flying, you name it. We have three part-time instructors and specialize in three- to four-day seaplane safaris around the stunningly beautiful west coast of Scotland. 141 seaplane course and VA approved. Come celebrate our 75th anniversary with us this year! Photo by Crista Worthy. Prior to beginning the course, training materials will be provided to the student. We are located in Poland seaplane friendly country, where you can land on many different water reservoirs. Seaplane training is available June 1 through September 31. Your instructor has not hundreds of hours of seaplane experience, but thousands of hours, and instructs in a manner to ensure you thoroughly enjoy your introduction to flying floatplanes. Pricing depends on the adventure and lodging accommodations you choose- this will be quoted on an individual basis. Alaska Float Ratings. Schedule your float-plane and/or tailwheel training course with us today. SES package includes ground school and flight instruction. If additional training is required, its based on dual instruction rates. Our specialty is training airline pilots for their ASES add-on rating and recurrent training. Fly in the beautiful Alaskan winter and learn to maneuver a ski plane. Home - Alaska Float Ratings Dual only. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain. Hours are Mon., Tue., Thurs., Fri., 9 am 2 pm. We operate year-round with the opportunity for advanced summer flying in Alaska. If you have any questions for us regarding training, contact us online or call us Monday through Saturday at (907) 394-4675, or email us at alaskafloattraining@gmail.com. Explore the Pacific Northwest via mountain/canyon flying, wilderness training, fishing, wildlife viewing, beach picnics, volcanoes, dining, and more. Learn to fly into some of the most spectacular lakes and rivers in the Northwest. Reasonably priced accommodations available nearby. Most students complete on time and on budget. Schedule your float-plane and/or tailwheel training course with us today. Lake Havasu, which offer excellent open water, confined areas, and river-channel training. The Rainy River provides the border between the U.S. and Canada and feeds into Lake of the Woods, the sixth largest lake in the United States! Please leave phone number when contacting by email. We know that learning is easier when you have an excellent teacher. She still has a passion for sharing her love of flying and a strong desire to help others to be safe, competent pilots. Please contact us for more information and we will make every effort to accommodate your training needs. These are just a few of our favorite places. Our motto is: Seaplanes are more Fun! You will see why. Our flight school focuses on professional aviation training, preparing students for everything from careers in the airlines to off-airport in Alaska's vast backcountry. It is a fact that our instructor graduates are keenly sought after by all the top class flight schools in the UK and Europe. Beaver Seaplane Courses We offer a full range of course, including Private, Commercial, and ATP seaplane ratings as well as Orientation Courses, Checkout Courses, and our ever popular Bush Pilot Course. We utilize a local DPE ensuring you the most efficient path to earning your rating. Splash into the surrounding lakes with a friend in the backseat. Float instruction season begins in May each year when the ice goes out at the Lake Hood Seaplane Base. Alaska Float Ratings| Alaska Floats We often see eagles, herons, geese, ducks, and other residents of our waterways. Being here, Ive become an exponentially better pilot. Transition training includes ground school, dual instruction, and course materials for ICONs Transition Landplane (TX-L) or Transition Seaplane (TX-S) course. Introductory flights availablestudent pilots welcome. Youll be sure to have fun in our well-equipped Amphibious C180 with plenty of local freshwater lakes nearby. Students at Alaska Float Ratings can land at a variety of lakes, each a different hue of turquoise. Call today to schedule your seaplane instruction. Display name: . No updates available for 2020. Our seaplane base and lodge are located only two miles from beautiful, downtown Talkeetna. Whether you want to focus on float-planes in one of our Piper Super Cubs or hone your skills for a tailwheel endorsement in a Piper Clipper, our instructors will guide you to become proficient in flying, no matter your initial skill level. All Rights Reserved. We fly building materials, food supplies, camping equipment, cargo, and of course you and your friends to destinations of your choosing. Come fly The Last Best Place, Big Sky Country Montana. We are always here to assist you and answer any questions you may have! Please check your entries and try again. Our amphibian A-1B Husky includes Wipline 2100s, Aspen 1000 PFD with Synthetic Vision, a Garmin 430, WAAS, and ADS-B. Super cubs are the optimal aircraft for mountain flying and provide you with the opportunity to see some of the most spectacular country in Alaska. Alaska Alaska is a meca for seaplane pilots and home to one of the largest populations of both seaplane pilots and seaplanes in the world. On-site accommodations available. To learn more about A5 ownership programs or to inquire about becoming an ICON Flight Training Partner, please contact us at fly@iconaircraft.com. Lodging | Alaska Floats flight seeing flights. EASA SEP(Sea) theoretical and practical training Have you already done our courses? Nineteen years of experience in mountain flying, airstrip trailheads, and MVFR. Located in Alaska's gorgeous backcountry, the heart of the Chugach Mountains, every flight provides an immersive interaction with Alaska's mountains. Fly in or drive. With many direct flights from N. America to Glasgow and Edinburgh, and the pound at rock bottom, now is the time to experience Scotland. Cessna 172 (180 hp), Wipline 2350 amphibious. In-house examiner. Our guest cabin has a queen bed, double futon, fridge,microwave, barbecue, dinning table, plates, TV, DVDs,and a restroom with a shower. Give us a call, we look forward to working with you. We love sharing the adventure of float plane training in Alaska. 1-year Membership in SPA. He specializes in light sport aircraft and was chosen to be in the first group of eight sport pilot instructors in 2005. Rick has a passion for vintage aircraft and enjoys sharing his experiences and love of flying with others. Dual only, except for practical exams with DPE.. Tail dragger endorsements in the off season. Seasonal in NH, also based in Kissimmee and Sarasota, Florida. If you have any questions for us regarding certificates, training, or fees, contact us online or call us Monday through Saturday at (907) 394-4675 or email us at alaskafloattraining@gmail.com. A large variety of landing sites surround us for training on and around the Patuxent and Potomac Rivers. Training is done in a 180-hp Piper Super Cub equipped with Wipline amphib floats. The scenery and lakes are breathtaking. Lodging/Camping available nearby. Block-time rates available; fuel surcharge may apply.Training in your aircraft, insurance checkouts, and BFRs also available. Then call Alaska Flying Adventures. We also provide beginner and advanced tailwheel instruction in a Cessna 140. Brainerd and Baudette areas (see comments), High-performance and complex endorsements available, Lodging Rates available on Belton Lake, Temple, Texas: Call for details, Including ground school and checkride; DPE fee $500, *Includes 3 hours ground The home base at Pineville 2L0 on Lake Buhlow is next to the Red River and has numerous oxbows and everything available for your personalized training. See our website for details. Introductory flights, dual instruction, Flight Reviews, Sport, Private, and commercial seaplane ratings in J-3 Cubs to high performance, complex float planes. Check us out at hfaviation.com for the latest information. Cubs Floats and Fun also offers recurrent, advanced seaplane, amphibious training, flight reviews, and tailwheel training. Our seaplane base is located just east of Cadillac. Our training includes both river and lake flying. I offer training in most every single engine seaplane including the Kodiak 100 and Cessna Caravan. We have something for everyone. The home base at Pineville 2L0 on Lake Buhlow is next to the Red River and has numerous oxbows and everything available for your personalized training.