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Earn your Single-Engine Seaplane Rating flying a Cessna 172 float plane over Florida’s lakes. Enjoy expert instruction, hands-on training, and unforgettable views in Tavares.
Earn your Single-Engine Seaplane Rating flying a Cessna 172 float plane over Florida’s lakes. Enjoy expert instruction, hands-on training, and unforgettable views in Tavares.
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Take to the skies over scenic Lake Dora with the Single Engine Seaplane (SES) Rating Package offered by Jones Brothers & Co in Tavares, Florida. This private adventure is designed for pilots eager to expand their skills and earn their Single-Engine Seaplane Rating using a classic Cessna 172 float plane. The course blends comprehensive ground school instruction with up to 5 hours of hands-on, dual flight training. As you master takeoffs, landings, and maneuvers on water, you'll gain confidence flying over some of Florida’s most beautiful freshwater lakes. Tavares, known as the 'Seaplane City,' serves as the perfect launch point, offering calm waters and ideal weather conditions for new seaplane pilots. Beyond the technical skill building, this experience provides breathtaking aerial views you won’t forget. Whether you’re tickinag a bucket list item or building professional credentials, this private training package elevates your aviation journey to new heights.
moderate.
4–6 hours total including ground and flight time.
Participants should have good overall health and the ability to handle moderate physical activity such as stepping in and out of the seaplane and enduring focused training sessions.
Yes, you must hold at least a Private Pilot License to enroll in the Single Engine Seaplane Rating Package.
The package includes up to 5 hours of dual flight instruction on a Cessna 172 float plane.
Calm winds, clear skies, and good visibility are ideal for safe and effective seaplane flight training.
This course is tailored for certified pilots who have basic flight experience but want their seaplane rating.
Training is conducted over Lake Dora in Tavares, Florida, known as the 'Seaplane City' for its ideal water flying environment.
Yes, the package includes detailed ground school along with practical flight training.
Tavares is renowned as Florida's official 'Seaplane City,' with a rich aviation tradition dating back to the 1920s.
Jones Brothers & Co practices eco-friendly operations to minimize environmental impact on Lake Dora and surrounding habitats.
Jones Brothers & Co is a seaplane operator based in Tavares, Florida, offering a range of scenic flights, discovery training, and amphibious aircraft experiences across Lake County. The company runs scheduled and private experiences that include wildlife and aerial sightseeing, guided kayak connections, bar hop landings, and hands-on discovery flights. Pilots and guests can choose flights in multiple aircraft types listed in service, including Cessna 172 float planes, Cessna 185 and 206 amphibian aircraft, and SeaRey amphibian models. Instructional offerings include a Single Engine Seaplane (SES) rating package with ground school and up to five hours of dual flight in a Cessna 172 float plane, plus FAA-certified instructor–guided discovery flights for those who want hands-on flying experience. Highlighted scenic routes use nearby waterways and points of interest such as the Harris Chain of Lakes, Dora Canal, and Lake Apopka, with aerial views of Orlando-area theme parks available on select tours. Jones Brothers & Co lists specialized experiences including a Gator Tour, Fly Out / Paddle In trips, Seaplane Bar Hop stops, and hourly dual instruction options. Booking, aircraft selection, and availability are managed through the company’s reservation process. Guests seeking seaplane sightseeing, amphibian flight training, or unique water-landing experiences can find relevant flights and instructional packages offered from the Tavares base.
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