He holds single- and multi engine seaplane ratings and has experience flying amphib Cessna Caravans for a New York City air-taxi service. Flight Training and Rates Preservation Contact More THE GOOSE HANGAR An Exclusive Experience. Our instructors have a variety of availability to meet your needs, please call ahead to reserve a time and get to know this highly capable airplane and our flying environment.Aircraft and training provided by Alaska Tailwheel LLC with scheduling services provided through ProFlite of Alaska. He specializes in light sport aircraft and was chosen to be in the first group of eight sport pilot instructors in 2005. Seaplane time-building packages available. Sales demonstrations available. The scenery and lakes are breathtaking. In addition, IFC Tampa has a full-service maintenance facility, including composite repair capability, for the amphibious ICON A5. Specializing in light sport aircraft Rans, Savannah, and Cessna 172 182. Proud to be associated with ForeFlight: http://www.foreflight.com/flightchops/I hope you're . Backcountry Flying goes above and beyond to provide the most rewarding aviation experience. CFI proficiency training First in the world to offer DHC-6 Captain or First Officer Initial and Recurrent training, or from no seaplane time through our various courses leading to Command Seat on Twin Otters. We offer the rare opportunity of solo flights with passengers , flight insurance included in the member fees. The float plane is still a great option for transportation due to the number of lakes and rivers spread across Alaska. Add-on float ratings typically take 5-7 hours, plus the check ride. It was even better than she had ever imagined. Call for details. No airplanes to rent. The Kenai Peninsula Borough is blessed with an abundance of Lakes. Click to enable/disable _ga - Google Analytics Cookie. During a course, we recommend at least a 3 night stay. Call or email any time. We accept cash, personal checks, and credit cards. We have been giving floatplane instruction at Space 801 since 1991. Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refusing them will have impact how our site functions. Courses include ground school, study guide, aircraft, and instructor. We also offer daytrip adventures or more formal training for the EASA rating. Our seaplane base and lodge are located only two miles from beautiful, downtown Talkeetna. We highly recommend a 3 or 4 day get-away to a Public Use cabin, located on a near-by lake, usually accessible only by air. We provide instruction year around in the interior of Alaska, including lakes, rivers, and backcountry locations. Lake Havasu, which offer excellent open water, confined areas, and river-channel training. Price doesnt include examiner fee or taxes. So much more Alaska training coming from this multi part series! Get your seaplane rating in a Supercub on floats. Flight instruction provided by two experienced flight instructors, each with more than 32,000 hours flight time, working out of Lake Hood since 1967. Bring the family and enjoy swimming and kayaking on the lake during the training. Advanced Career Mentorship Programs, 50 hour and 100 hour, available at attractive rates; please contact us for more information. He is an authorized instructor for ICON Aircraft. Our seaplane has a 210-hp engine and constant-speed prop, so the training will also count toward your high-performance and complex checkouts. "Acme Cub gives top notch, real world Alaska flight training and not just Cubs by any means. "The CFIs are great. Along your educational journey, you will experience beautiful lakes, mountain ranges, icy glaciers, and much more. Lodging/Camping available nearby. At Alaska Float and Tailwheel Training, we have the right training program for you whether you are a local pilot or want to pick up a new skill while here on vacation. But these lakes are something else. Our customers get a balanced and intensive training to prepare them for most aspects of seaplane operation. Moose Pass, Alaska Contact Course packages do not include the checkride day, sales taxes, textbook and materials, or fuel surcharges. Docking, beaching, ramping. Just about the most fun you can have in an airplane! FLOAT TRAINING What better way to explore the unique aviation environment in Alaska than flight training in the legendary Piper Super Cub. Our amphibian A-1B Husky includes Wipline 2100s, Aspen 1000 PFD with Synthetic Vision, a Garmin 430, WAAS, and ADS-B. complete endorsement included. Training in clients aircraft at $100 per hour. In 3 flights (one each day), including up to 8 hours of flight time and 2 hours of ground instruction, you will explore the intricacies of flying the highest mountains in North America. Our Super Cub has all the gear you need to expand your aviation experience. FAA Pilots can train here and get FAA ME/SEA check-ride within USA when borders open. Intro flight is $125. Backcountry Flying Experience covers floats, skis, and big tires all in one location. The use of the aircraft for the checkride is included in the cost. We require a $400.00 deposit when booking. Cubs Floats and Fun seaplane rating consists of up to seven hours of flight instruction, two hours of ground instruction, the Cubs Floats and Fun Seaplane Training Manual, Step up to Floats 2, and a one-year membership in the Seaplane Pilots Association. His dedication to flying keeps him motivated to stay current with the dynamic and ever growing world of aeronautics. You'll love float plane training in Alaska. Summer average 78 degrees, winter 68 degrees. What better way to explore the unique aviation environment in Alaska than flight training in the legendary Piper Super Cub. Alaska Float Ratings has cabins with kitchenettes and private baths, just steps from the dock. Hours are Mon., Tue., Thurs., Fri., 9 am 2 pm. Depending on the pilots skills and currency, the add-on rating can normally be completed in two to three days, allowing you to receive your training and rating over a weekend. Certified seaplane training for: We at Ryan Aviation Inc. make it fun, educational and an unforgettable experience. Instrument hours dual $236/hrGround instruction $60/hrSchedule now and reserve your dates with a non-refundable deposit of $500. It's remote, uncontrolled airspace so no ATC. Enjoy a beautiful orientation ride and see whether seaplane flying is for you. There are Alaska flight schools that provide flight training in tail wheel airplanes and ski planes for a simple tail wheel or ski plane endorsement, private through commercial, up through advanced Alaska bush flying techniques. He has more than 30 years of experience. No solo available. Cubs Floats and Fun also offers recurrent, advanced seaplane, amphibious training, flight reviews, and tailwheel training. We are located in Poland seaplane friendly country, where you can land on many different water reservoirs. We teach pilots to notice the conditions and factors that lead to the dreaded Moose Stall and how to avoid these situations. Off-airport flying is emphasized in the training, and you will be exposed to the most unique flying area around. Examiner on staff. Equipping pilots to fly in off airport areas: skis, floats, and bush. We have a lodging package available for our beautiful Belton Lake location. Click to enable/disable _gat_* - Google Analytics Cookie. In addition to add-on seaplane ratings, we offer insurance checkouts, advanced floatplane operation training, and a mountain flying course. *Rates are all dual, wet. He does not own a seaplane at present but travels widely to do delivery flights and give instruction in Lake and other hulled amphibians. FAA Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. A Great Cause. Ask the office about tri-pacer rental and private pilot lessons. Minimum 1 hr flightMinimum 1 hr groundCall for pricing, Call for pricing and availability.You must provide proof of insurance or liability release.Schedule now and reserve your dates with a non-refundable deposit of $500, There is a processing fee of 3.5% for all credit cards. Cost is included with aircraft purchased from Team Lake. Call us today at 907-202-6402 or via email at (function(){var ml="lmncky0d.%rueva4ftisgo",mi="B2@E9?6>0>C4>@05B2D>7=<2A;: