Seaplanes in Germany
Beaver DHC-2
Classic bush plane in seaplane flight
Properties and use in seaplane flight
The Beaver was specially developed for use in demanding conditions.
Its robust design and high payload make it suitable for transport flights, training and operations on short water surfaces.
- Take-off and landing on water and land (amphibious)
- Stable flight characteristics at low speeds
- Use in commercial flight operations and training
Properties and use in seaplane flight
The Beaver is exemplary for classic seaplanes that are used worldwide.
Many of today’s seaplane operations are based on concepts that were established with this aircraft.
Performance data at a glance
Motor
1 × Pratt & Whitney R-985 (approx. 450 hp)
Cruising speed
approx. 110 kt
Reach
up to 380 NM
Seats
up to 6 persons
Use in today's flight operations
Seaplanes such as the Beaver are still used today for training, transfers and individual flights.
They combine classic aircraft technology with the requirements of modern seaplane operations.
More seaplanes
An overview of other seaplanes and flying boats in Germany can be found here: More seaplanes