Harbour Air Seaplanes: Where Sky Meets Sea in the Pacific Northwest Founded in 1982 as Windoak Air Service, Harbour Air Seaplanes has evolved from humble forestry charters into the world’s largest all‑seaplane airline and North America’s first carbon‑neutral carrier. Headquartered in Richmond, BC, Harbour Air connects cities like Vancouver, Victoria, Nanaimo, Whistler, Tofino, Sechelt, Comox, Salt Spring Island—and even Seattle—with over 40 floatplanes and up to 200 daily scheduled flights A Fleet Designed for Adventure The airline’s fleet of de Havilland Beavers, Otters, Twin Otters, and Cessna Caravans offers 6–19 seats ideal for short hops across coastal waters. These floatplanes are perfect for BC’s rugged geography—landing directly on water ensures unmatched access and stunning aerial vistas. Experience & Sustainability Harbour Air is renowned for its warm, local hospitality. Passengers frequently commend the smooth water landings and scenic views—“Smoothest landing in any aircraft I have ever had, by a large margin” shared one happy Vancouver flight passenger. Another raved, “Flying from Vancouver inner Harbour to Victoria... it's awesome... customer service has been solid gold”. Environmentally, Harbour Air leads the charge: By 2007, it had offset carbon emissions on every flight, supporting renewable projects to achieve full carbon neutrality. In 2019, they partnered with magniX to develop the eBeaver, a prototype electric seaplane—the first successful test flight took off in December 2019, with cross‑harbor tests beginning in 2022. . Why Fly Harbour Air? Unrivaled convenience: Downtown-to-downtown routes mean no ferries or long drive-times. Bucket-list experience: Floatplane flights offer breathtaking panoramas that larger aircraft can’t match. Friendly and efficient: Short boarding, earplugs on hand, and even the chance to sit in the front and see the cockpit at work True sustainability pioneers: Carbon neutrality and electric aviation put Harbour Air at the forefront of eco‑aviation. Whether you're a business traveler, day‑tripper, or adventure seeker, Harbour Air offers more than transportation—it delivers a Pacific Northwest icon experience. From the roar of the floats to the glint of the skyline, it's an adventure that starts the moment you glide across the water.