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Read more: The European Seaplane Association’s Debut at AERO 2025: The Dream of Seaplane Flight Takes Off AgainThe European Seaplane Association’s Debut at AERO 2025: The Dream of Seaplane Flight Takes Off Again
Article translated from: https://www.hangaritaly.it/european-seaplane-association-a-aero-2025/ by Marco Limbiati. One of the most exciting highlights of this year’s edition is undoubtedly the official debut of the European Seaplane Association (ESA). We spoke directly with Bernardo Tomea, General Manager of the newly established association founded in October 2024, who shared the vision, goals, and ambitions of a project…
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Read more: Reclaiming the Skies and WatersReclaiming the Skies and Waters
Montenegro is bringing seaplane aviation back to life, connecting its coast, lakes, and mountains with a modern, sustainable network. Inspired by its rich history, this initiative enhances tourism, mobility, and eco-friendly travel. Join us in shaping the future of aviation! 📩 Contact: info@montadria.me | 🌍 More: www.montadria.me
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Read more: A Foxbat in the snowA Foxbat in the snow
The European Seaplane Association facilitated the first seaplane purchase of an Aeroprakt A22L Foxbat I set off with Pertti, a flight instructor and aircraft inspector, at 7 AM from Helsinki toward the former Kymi military airfield, where my Aeroprakt A22L Foxbat amphibious aircraft is located. At this latitude, the sky is still dark, and ice…
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Read more: The first assembly of the European Seaplane AssociationThe first assembly of the European Seaplane Association
The first meeting of the Association took place on 19 October 2024 in Luino, Italy On October 19th, within the context of the conference on the 350 years of tourism history of Luino, the first assembly of the newly established European Seaplane Association (www.europeanseaplane.org) also took place. The meeting was attended by seaplane operators, manufacturers,…
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Read more: Aerial Tour of Lake MaggioreAerial Tour of Lake Maggiore
From May 17-19, 2024, Luino, Italy, hosted the first Aerial Tour of Lake Maggiore, promoting sustainable transport amidst weather challenges. Participants showcased seaplanes, with discussions on eco-friendly initiatives and transportation routes. The event concluded successfully with a junior tour, highlighting the seaplane’s potential despite initial adversities.
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Read more: Flight among the lakes of FinlandFlight among the lakes of Finland
A flight from Lake Tuusula and Hiidenvesi to showcase the potential of seaplanes in the country. Finland, with its over ten thousand lakes and vast, pristine nature, makes seaplanes the perfect eco-friendly transport. I meet Mikko, an air traffic controller at Helsinki’s Vantaa Airport. In twenty minutes by car, we reach Lake Tuusula, where his…
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Read more: The 2022 Memorial StoppaniThe 2022 Memorial Stoppani
As every year, the city of Lovere, on the shores of Lake Iseo, hosts air display to honour the memory of the local pioneer of aviation, Mario Stoppani. The pandemic has changed many things for everyone. In some ways, the end of various restrictions coinciding with the summer was like an awakening, where the regained…
