by Seaplane Pilots Foundation
Brought to you by the Seaplane Pilots Association, "Water Flying" is a weekly aviation podcast featuring news, tips and tricks, discussions on seaplane safety and interviews with manufactures, seaplane CFI's, aviation industry leaders and passionate seaplane pilots from around the world. Fan, owner or operator, you will find these episodes entertaining and highly informative.
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February 11, 2026
<p>Sporty’s has just released an impressive and visually stunning new <a href="https://www.sportys.com/seaplane-rating-course-with-patty-wagstaff.html?srsltid=AfmBOorWAUtucgcD0Oye_TqpdTU0eTEbjoVIvPHZr0kw1I81SrUiKbnW" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Seaplane Rating Course</a> that features <a href="https://pattywagstaff.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Patty Wagstaff </a>as the lead on-camera instructor. Along with being a national aerobatic champion and popular airshow performer, Patty is an exceptional instructor and experienced Alaska seaplane pilot. Water Flying Podcast host Steve McCaughey, who was a video production consultant on the course and appears in several scenes, teams up with Patty Wagstaff and Bret Koebbe from Sporty's for a fascinating behind-the-scenes discussion of why the course is so good for both aspiring seaplane pilots and seasoned, rated pilots, and how it all came together.</p><p>At multiple locations from Alaska to Florida using 15 different seaplanes, the dedicated film crew and expert trainers spent more than a year creating the video.</p><p>The course was made possible with the considerable resource network of the Seaplane Pilots Association, and in recognition <a href="https://www.sportys.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sporty’s</a> is donating multiple seaplane rating scholarships to the <a href="https://seaplanefoundation.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Seaplane Foundation</a>. The course represents a new level of cooperation between Sporty’s, SPA and the Seaplane Foundation.</p><p>It’s worth your time to listen to Patty’s, Bret's and Steve’s insider talk about the most informative and entertaining seaplane training video that has ever been produced.</p>
December 17, 2025
<p>In this episode of Water Flying, host Steven McCaughey speaks with Nate Herbert from <a href="https://blackmooseoutposts.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Black Moose Outpost </a>about the unique experiences and opportunities available in the Canadian wilderness. They discuss Nate's background in bush flying, the impressive fleet of aircraft at Black Moose Outpost, and the challenges faced in bush flying operations. The conversation also highlights the luxurious accommodations and fishing and hunting experiences offered at the outpost, as well as the lessons learned in aviation and the importance of safety in remote flying.</p><p>Visit Black Moose Outpost's website at <a href="https://blackmooseoutposts.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">blackmooseoutposts.com</a></p>
December 3, 2025
<p>In this episode of WaterFlying, host Steve McCaughey and guest John Zimmerman from <a href="https://Sportys.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Sporty's Pilot Shop </a>discuss the best holiday gifts for pilots in 2025. They explore various innovative aviation products, the importance of safety gear, and the significance of continuous learning for pilots during the winter months. The conversation also delves into personal experiences in aviation, the unique challenges of seaplane flying, and the value of mentorship within the aviation community.</p><p><strong>Visit Sporty's Pilot Shop at </strong><a href="https://Sportys.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Sportys.com</strong></a></p><p><strong>Special Discount Code: Seaplane</strong></p>
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Brought to you by the Seaplane Pilots Association, "Water Flying" is a weekly aviation podcast featuring news, tips and tricks, discussions on seaplane safety and interviews with manufactures, seaplane CFI's, aviation industry leaders and passionate seaplane pilots from around the world.
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