What are some of the best sea-planes?

Question

What are some of the best sea-planes?

Answer 1

check with chaulks aviation in miami !!   (not sure on spelling)

Answer 2

DeHavilland Beaver or Otter turboprop conversion on Wipeline retractable floats.

Answer 3

Albatross

Answer 4

Depends on the era of aviation you're talking about.  The old Grummans were darn good sea planes, and many of them are still flying and earning a living.

Answer 5

For purpose built sea-plane I would give it to the Catalina.  Although designed for patrol and rescue it also functioned as a bomber on occasion.  It initiated rescue of New Jersey's crew.  But more importantly it had a successful civilian role. It's been used throughout Southeast Asia for crew change and their are two flying with Trubo-prop conversion for an Australian Pearling company.

Answer 6

Depends on what you're going to be using it for,,,offshore salt water or heavy seas would require a Grumman.  On inland lakes/waterways, a good quality Cessna 180/85 on floats is a good choice.  With the smaller planes,,,,do your research very carefully.  Some are lousy airplanes, and flat-out bad boats!