Seaplane possible in the midwest

[skygrl]

Anyone know of any place relatively close to the Chicago area to get a Seaplane rating?

Seems like something I want to do, but don't really have the means to go down to Florida and do it.

Thanks!

 

[Andy Neill]

Quad Cities was the closest I could find:

http://www.airnav.com/airport/I04/QUAD_CITY_SEAPLANE_SVC

 

[skygrl]

Hey Thanks.
I'll check it out.

 

[El Cid Av8or]

In case you haven't been there, the Seaplane Pilot's Association training page can be found HERE . There are links on the left column for training facilities and instructors.

On Edit:
HERE is a link to more info on the school that Andy mentioned above.

 

[throttlejockey]

Did mine in Traverse City, Mi. as well. Guy named Tom Brady. He has a Piper Super Cruiser on Floats and is priced right. Very casual and laid back. I considered it a vacation more than anything else. At the time it was $595.00 could be more now.

throttlejockey

 

[Desdamona]

Tom Brady is still in Traverse, and still charges around $600 for the rating. I have his number somewhere if you need it.

 

[flyguy]

Try waukegan wings, they have or had a new 182 on floats, or at least they did 2 years ago. I only know because I won a ride in it, but never used the coupon. DUH! ummmmmm, I wonder if I could still use it 2 years later.

Also try this, I say this on the pilots board out at Dekalb about a month ago. all it says is "Seaplane rating call: 231-775-6641
I don't know anyting about it, just thought i'd pass along the number.
I hope any on that helped.

 

[airnik]

I just did mine in September up at Quad Cities SPB with Jim Goetsch. Great guy and very knowledgable instructor. I think he still may be doing ratings as long as the weather holds out. PM me if you want more info.