Melbourne Seaplanes has been operating in Williamstown since 1997, after a lengthy process of gaining approvals from relevant authorities.

Unbeknown to many, seaplanes were operating in Williamstown as far back as the 1930s’ and during World War 11 there were permanent moorings set up by the Harbour Trust for Catalina flying boats. After the war seaplanes use dropped off as bigger landbased aircraft took over from expensive to operate seaplanes.

Melbourne Seaplanes charter is to revive seaplane flying in
Williamstown to allow Australians and overseas tourists the opportunity to view our great city skyline and surrounding bays and coastal beaches from the air. Departing from a purpose built pontoon right in Williamstown and using Hobson Bay waters as our airfield.

Melbourne Seaplanes is operated by local husband and wife team, Rod & Leonie Gunther. Rod with over 27 years flying experience is chief Pilot taking care of flying and training while Leonie manages the terminal and bookings.