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Seaplane piloting requires a separate FAA rating beyond a standard license!
Cathy Babis holds that specialized certification, qualifying her to land and take off from water. The seaplane rating is one of aviation's rarer add-ons, requiring dedicated water-based flight training and a separate checkride.
Seaplane pilots need a special FAA rating beyond a standard license!
Flying a seaplane requires a separate FAA seaplane rating — pilots must master water takeoffs, landings, and docking. Cathy Babis holds this specialized credential. Learn more at Wikipedia