First A.P. Seaplane Service Demo Flight

• The first seaplane service in Andhra Pradesh is set to take off from Punnami Ghat, near the Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada, and land at a jetty in Srisailam, Nandyal district.
• The event will feature the De Havilland Twin Otter Series 400 seaplane, engineered for both water and conventional runways.
• The initiative, led by the Andhra Pradesh Airports Development Corporation Limited (APADCL), is a partnership with the Government of India’s Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) to establish Andhra Pradesh as a leader in water-based aviation.
• The government plans to cover picturesque destinations such as Prakasam Barrage, Araku Valley, Lambasingi, Rushikonda, Kakinada, Konaseema, Srisailam, Gandikota, and Tirupati to attract tourists and provide efficient travel options.
• The seaplane service aligns with Andhra Pradesh’s commitment to creating a robust aviation ecosystem and presents a cost-effective alternative to airports.
• Initial seaplane infrastructure is planned at Prakasam Barrage, with additional locations identified to expand services across the State.