Landing on water (on purpose) is one of the most thrilling experiences you will ever have in an airplane. High Flight Aviation lets you earn your seaplane rating quickly and most importantly, with more fun than you’ve ever had in or out of an airplane!
Course Overview
High Flight Aviation offers a unique experience to add to your pilot resume. Our course is currently done January through March on the Colorado River and Lake Havasu and May-September in the beautiful Northern Idaho (Lake Coeur d’Alene, Lake Pend Orielle) area. Bring your significant other, family and dog with you and let them relax on the beach while you land on some water (while they watch)!
HFA offers Seaplane Courses to accommodate most everyone’s tastes. Whether you are looking for an add-on rating for your current certificate or a new Commercial Certificate with Seaplane privileges, we have a course that will work for you. Now, with the new regulations in place with the FAA that state Commercial certificates do not have to be done in a complex airplane, we can not only help you get your seaplane rating add-on, but also your commercial certificate.
Aeronautical Requirements
FAR 61.63 referencing an additional Class requires a “train to proficiency” program. This is typically 6 hours of training.
Course Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for the course, however, it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you are current and proficient in a GA airplane before taking this course.. Those that come to us with no preparation and little recency of experience typically require additional time. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask.
Course Schedule
This course is completed over two days and includes approximately 6-7 hours of flight training.
- Day 1 | Introduction, Maneuvers & Systems
- Airplane Orientation
- Ground Course – Water Operations
- Aircraft Maneuver Familiarization
- Day 2 | Water, Water, Everywhere
- Water Landings
- Glassy Water
- Rough Water
- Confined Area
- Water Landings
Course Cost
Click “Register Now” for calendar and cost.
This is an all-inclusive course. Seaplane courses are taught exclusively by our chief instructor. The course cost covers your aircraft rental, as well as all ground and flight instruction and is based on the location selected.
Examiners are booked once the course is confirmed. Examiners fees are paid directly to the examiner and not included in the cost of the course.
Course Locations
The following locations are available for our seaplane at various times throughout the year. Cost and availability are available on the registration page.
- Sandpoint, ID (KSZT)
- This location is offered May-September
- Laughlin, NV (KIFP)
- This location is offered Jan-Mar
Payment Terms and Conditions
A 50% deposit is due when booking the course and the balance on Day 1. The deposit is refundable minus $500 for any cancellations less than 30 days prior to the start of the course. HFA accepts all major credit cards, cash, check. A 5% discount is applied for cash customers.
Are you ready to start landing on water? Get signed up now and you’ll be splashing around soon. As always, if you have questions or need some assistance, feel free to reach out and drop us a line.
