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Treasure Coast Seaplanes is proudly based at Treasure Coast Air Services, located at the Vero Beach Regional Airport (KVRB).
Treasure Coast Seaplanes offers the Treasure Coast’s most unique eco-tour. The amphibious seaplane allows you to see the Treasure Coast as it is meant to be seen…by land, sea, and air!
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ABOUT US
MICHAEL HOOVER
Michael completed all of his pilot training at FlightSafety International Academy. At the completion of his training he was hired as a Certified Flight Instructor and later promoted to Foreign Contract Program Manager. In this position he served as the primary liaison overseeing multiple foreign contracts including: PTC Pilot Training College of Ireland, Virgin Nigeria Airways, Nigerian Air Force, and Ghana Air Force. After earning his seaplane rating over 10 years ago, Michael has been passionate about sharing his enthusiasm for seaplane flying with others. While living in Sedona, Arizona, Michael worked as a professional Tour Guide at Pink Jeep Tours providing scenic, off-road, high adventure fun in the Coconino National Forest.
PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE
COMMERCIAL PILOT, CFI
SHEENA HOOVER
Sheena began flying in West Virginia and relocated to Florida to complete her degree in Aviation Business Administration (Minor in Flight Operations) at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. After completing her degree she received her Certified Flight Instructor certificate from FlightSafety International Academy and was hired as a flight instructor upon the completion of her training. Sheena was later promoted to the Swiss Aviation Training program. Most recently, she has worked at Legacy Flight Training providing initial and recurrent training in the Piper Mirage and Meridian.
ATP PILOT, CFI, CFII, MEI
SEAPLANE TOURS
TREASURE COAST TOUR
1 HOUR & 15 MINUTES
UP TO 5 PASSENGERS
Depart Vero Beach Regional Airport for a low-level flight along Vero Beach’s glorious coastline towards Sebastian Inlet while capturing breathtaking photos.
Experience one of the most bio-diverse lagoon ecosystems as the tour transitions over the vast Indian River Lagoon enroute to the pristine and untouched Blue Cypress Lake for a splashtacular water landing.
Once the aircraft comes to rest upon the water, step out onto the floats and behold the true Florida beauty very few get to witness. Immerse yourself with the extraordinary. Abundant wildlife abounds at the birthplace of the St. John’s River. From alligators to osprey, Blue Cypress Lake has it all.
LAND, SEA & AIR TOUR
50 MINUTES
UP TO 5 PASSENGERS
Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Vero Beach’s coastline, the Indian River Lagoon, and a water landing at Blue Cypress Lake.
BLUE CYPRESS TOUR
30 MINUTES
UP TO 5 PASSENGERS
Experience the natural beauty of Florida like never before. This tour offers the best of both worlds…takeoff and land at Blue Cypress Lake and Vero Beach Regional Airport.
DISCOVERY FLIGHT
60 MINUTES DUAL FLIGHT
1 STUDENT
Have you always dreamed of flying? This is your chance to train one-on-one with a Certified Flight Instructor. After this introductory seaplane lesson you will receive a Certificate of Completion.
GIFT CERTIFICATES
The perfect gift for any occasion! Treat your family and friends to Vero's Best Eco-Tour.
SEAPLANE TRAINING
All courses are conducted in a Cessna 206 equipped with Wipline 3450 Amphibious Floats. All seaplane courses emphasize water operations. Additional experience will include: high performance, complex, and amphibious land operations.
PRIVATE/COMMERCIAL AIRPLANE SINGLE-ENGINE SEA (ASES)
- 6 HOURS DUAL FLIGHT
- 6 HOURS GROUND
- CHECKRIDE FEES NOT INCLUDED
SEAPLANE INTRODUCTION
Experience the thrill of seaplane flying without the pressure of a checkride.
- 3 HOURS DUAL FLIGHT
- 2 HOURS GROUND
BFR (Biannual Flight Review)
- 1.5 HOUR DUAL FLIGHT
- 1 HOUR GROUND
- SEAPLANE RATING NOT REQUIRED
DUAL RENTAL
Build seaplane hours or plan your next adventure with a Safety Pilot to assist you.
- SEAPLANE RATING REQUIRED
ATP ASES
- FAA PREREQUISITE: 50 HOURS SEAPLANE
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PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY
LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN!
Explore the history and natural beauty of the Treasure Coast on an unforgettable low altitude flight with Treasure Coast Seaplanes.
Treasure Coast Seaplanes provides a platform to capture remarkable photos and videos utilizng multiple GoPro 4K ultra HD Video Cameras.
LATEST NEWS
SEAPLANE RATING - CHECK!
Professional pilot, Jud, finally added a seaplane rating to his impressive list of aviation accomplishments. Although he had always wanted to earn an Airplane Single-Engine Seaplane (ASES) rating, he was never interested in being rushed through a 1-2 day course. It was important to him to thoroughly learn how to fly a seaplane rather than just getting the rating. Once Jud visited Treasure Coast Seaplanes (TCS) he knew he had found the right course and instructors. He was convinced, “The Cessna 206 with amphibious floats is awesome!”
TCAS - EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE
After 10 months of renovation this new Fixed Base Operator located at Vero Beach Regional Airport is sure to make its mark. The Treasure Coast Air Services (TCAS) facility has been restored from top to bottom with the pilot and customer’s comfort in mind. The passion and professionalism of the TCAS team is readily recognizable down to every detail.
SHE SAID YES!
After a month of planning, the young couple arrived at Treasure Coast Seaplanes. The pilot went over the final details with the nervous passenger while the soon to be fiancé relaxed unsuspectingly on the deck. Shortly thereafter, the Captain whisked the couple away for an indelible sunset tour.
