Iconic Alaskan Float Planes

Our aircraft is the airplane considered by many to be the finest “bush” aircraft ever built – the De Havilland DHC-2 Beaver. The Beaver has a first-rate safety record and has been employed by 35 armed forces throughout the world. Our aircraft is the airplane considered by many to be the finest “bush” aircraft ever built – the de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver. The Beaver was designed with input from many of Canada and Alaska’s great bush pilots, resulting in a sturdy and reliable aircraft that can carry up to 1,200 lbs. on floats, and take off and land in surprisingly little room. Ask any pilot you know about the Beaver, and watch their eyes light up as they try to explain about the unique engine noise of the 450 hp Wasp Jr. radial engine. Better yet, watch the envy on their face when you tell them you are going to take a ride in one on your Alaskan adventure! Travel to your destination in a piece of living history in our classic 1964 de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver.

ENGINE

Our DHC-2 De Havilland Beaver on floats features a Wasp Jr. Engine. The Wasp Jr. is one of the most successful reciprocating engines ever built. Pratt & Whitney introduced it as a complement to the highly successful Wasp and Hornet families of engines in 1930. The Wasp Jr. was essentially a Wasp of reduced dimensions. Pratt & Whitney and its licensees manufactured over 39,000 versions of the R-985 until 1953 for a wide variety of military and commercial aircraft, including light transports, trainers, sport aircraft, and helicopters.

Manufacturer: Pratt & Whitney

Date: 1942

Country of Origin: United States of America

Dimensions: 117.5 x 117.5 x 109.4 cm (46.25 x 46.25 x 43.06 in.)

Materials: Overall – aluminum and steel.

Type: Radial, 9 cylinders, air cooled

Power rating: 336 kW (450 hp) at 2,300 rpm

Displacement: 16.1 L (985 cu in)

Weight: 309 kg (682 lbs.)

Manufacturer: Pratt & Whitney Aircraft

AIRFRAME

Model: DHC-2

Year built: 1964

Construction Number (C/N): 1549

Aircraft Type: Fixed-wing single engine

Number of Seats: 8

Number of Engines: 1

Engine Type: Reciprocating

Engine Manufacturer: Pratt & Whitney

Engine Model: R-985 Series (Wasp Jr.)

Experience a small Alaska floatplane with grand views and unlimited learning opportunities! The Aeronca Sedan is a rare find and to our knowledge 83H is the only one being used on a commercial certificate. The Sedan had a limited production run between 1948 and 1951 during which only 561 Sedans were manufactured. Having the ability to fly and experience one first hand is truly a rare delight! The company began as The Aeronautical Corporation of America in 1928 and later was shortened to simply “Aeronca”. The Beluga Air Sedan has the larger 180 HP engine which gives this little plane plenty of power. The lightweight frame and large wings provide incredible performance while navigating Alaskan terrain. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind flight in the Sedan, or even take an opportunity to fly it yourself during a flight lesson with it’s dual control system! May through October this aircraft is available for charters, flightseeing, and flight instruction.

ENGINE

Our Aeronca Sedan 15AC on floats features 180 horsepower engine.

Manufacturer: Aeronca

Date: 1948

Country of Origin: United States of America

Materials: Overall – aluminum and steel.

Type: 0-360

Power rating: 180 HP

Displacement: 360 cubic inches

Manufacturer: Lycoming

AIRFRAME

Model: S15-AC

Year built: 1948

Construction Number (C/N): 108

Aircraft Type: Fixed-wing single engine

Number of Seats: 4

Number of Engines: 1

Engine Type: Reciprocating

Dimensions: 37.5’ wingspan x 25’ length