What is a seaplane?
Seaplanes are a class of fixed-wing aircraft which are designed to take off and alight on water. In some parts of the world, the aircraft are referred to as hydroplanes. There are a number of different styles of seaplane designed for an assortment of uses. Although seaplanes are not as common as they were during their heyday in the 1920s and 1930s, the aircraft are still in use in some areas of the world. Seaplanes are especially popular in areas with lots of lakes and rivers, such as Canada, since they can use a body of water as a runway, making access in rural areas very convenient.
