The 50th Anniversary International Seaplane Fly-In: A Milestone in the Maine Skies!
Experience the Magic of Flight where the Pavement Ends and the Adventure Begins
Get ready to look to the skies! The International Seaplane Fly-In celebrates its golden 50th Anniversary in 2024, marking a half-century of tradition in Greenville, Maine. Since its humble beginnings in 1973, this event has transformed into one of the largest and most prestigious seaplane gatherings in North America, drawing thousands of aviation enthusiasts and pilots from across the globe to the shores of majestic Moosehead Lake.
A Legacy of Bush Piloting
Founded by legendary local bush pilots to promote fellowship and unification among seaplane aviators, this non-profit event is a vibrant tribute to the rugged history of the North Woods. Today, the Fly-In showcases a dazzling array of aircraft, from vintage 1944 Grumman Geese to experimental modern floatplanes and even the world’s only airworthy Douglas DC-3 on floats.
2024 Event Highlights & Signature Contests
Beyond the spectacle of hundreds of planes on the water, the weekend is packed with adrenaline-pumping competitions and community celebrations.
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Pilot Contests: Watch as skilled aviators compete in Spot Landings, Short Field Takeoffs, and the thrilling Taxi Slalom timed races.
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The Bush Pilot Canoe Race: A world-unique event where teams must paddle a canoe, lash it to a seaplane’s float struts, and step-taxi through a series of buoys.
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Seaplane Parade: Join the crowds in East Cove for the iconic Saturday morning parade as aircraft of all shapes and sizes taxi past the shoreline.
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Evening Socials: From the opening Pig Roast to the Steak and Lobster Dinner, enjoy live music from the Tyler Healy Band and Billy Blackstone Freeballin.
2024 Event Schedule
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Wednesday, Sept 4: 5:00 PM – Pig Roast at Moosehead Aero Marine.
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Thursday, Sept 5: 6:00 PM – Dinner and Social at Lakeside featuring the Tyler Healy Band.
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Friday, Sept 6: All-day Poker Run; 6:00 PM Steak/Lobster Dinner at Moosehead Aero Marine.
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Saturday, Sept 7: 8:30 AM Seaplane Parade; 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Pilot Contests at Stobie Hangar.
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Sunday, Sept 8: Seaplane Pilots Association Breakfast; 10:00 AM Competition wrap-ups.
Plan Your Visit
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Admission: Free for spectators (parking is limited; a volunteer shuttle runs from the municipal airport).
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Official Website: seaplanefly-in.org.
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Inquiries: Call (207) 695-6121 or email [email protected].
Stay at the Gateway to the Skies
Complete your aviation adventure at Moose River Lookout in Rockwood. Located on the Moose River at the base of Blue Ridge Mountain, our rentals offer a private dock and direct backyard access to ITS66. It is the perfect home base for exploring the wild beauty of the Maine Highlands.
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