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As we begin March 2025, I have another great news to share! JOLY AIRLINES one of South Africa’s newest airline has ordered 30 ME-1A Amphibious Aircraft from Mallard Enterprises JOLY Airlines is addressing a substantial need in the African continent connecting multiple communities within South Africa to many regional countries. We are extremely happy to?collaborate with JOLY AIRLINES with our ME-1A 19 passenger hull based amphibious aircraft to support the growth of seaplanes in Africa. As?we throw our weight behind JOLY AIRLINES, together we are creating a new benchmark of amphibious aviation in Africa?and Indonesia too. ?“The?ME-1A amphibious aircraft’s new generation 21st century design is an ideal addition to the African market. It will provide a safe, reliable, economical, and environmentally sustainable travel experience to connect our customers across areas that were previously inaccessible”, said Shawn J. van der Merwe (Smale-Letsoalo), JOLY Group Executive Chairman and CEO.

Congrats to both Tidal Flight and Tropic Ocean Airways!

Join me for a roundtable discussion enabling delegates attending the Future Opportunities for Seaplanes & Amphibious Aviation Conference in Miami on February 11th, 2025, to join in for an engaging and insightful conversation. I’ll host a dynamic Round Table focused on the opportunities and pitfalls of starting a new seaplane operation, offering valuable perspectives for entrepreneurs, investors, and aviation professionals. From navigating regulatory landscapes to understanding market demands and innovative technologies, this discussion promises actionable insights for anyone looking to make waves in the seaplane industry. Don’t miss this chance to connect with pioneers and visionaries shaping the future of amphibious aviation. Reserve your conference spot today! Learn more here. https://lnkd.in/e4gtXKGD

Mallard Enterprises ME-1A is a modern advanced 19 passenger hull amphibious aircraft that is making waves globally with multiple customers signing LOIs for these aircraft as it would dramatically change the way we travel regionally. Lighter, faster, and lower cost... Please DM us Mohan Chunduri, Dan Peabody if you are interested in partnering with us!

Interesting article John! See you in Miami.

Congratulations on this expansion!

Looking forward to this event.

Christmas Calendar Day?20 ?The largest wartime aircraft orphaned by aviation technology were the giant Martin flying boats. In 1938, when the U.S. Navy wanted a “flying dreadnaught” — a heavily armed flying boat — it was an opportunity for Glenn Luther Martin to demonstrate the value of his flying boats. By the time five were launched in 1944, land-based aircraft had made flying boats obsolete, and the U.S. Navy used them as troop and freight carriers. In line with the routes they served, the aircraft were given “Pacific” names. There were five of these — the Philippine Mars, the Caroline Mars, the Marshall Mars, the Marianas Mars, and the Hawaii Mars. The Marshall Mars was lost near Hawaii on April 5, 1950; the four remaining aircraft flew until the summer of 1956, when they were beached at Naval Air Station Alameda on San Francisco Bay, waiting to be scrapped. But Dan McIvor, the chief pilot for MacMillan Bloedel had an epiphany: the four flying?boats could be adapted to scoop up and drop water on wildfires. The first very large airtankers (VLATs), all four were purchased for $100,000 U.S. — a bargain considering they had originally cost the U.S. Navy $3.5 million each. Navy crews flew them to the Patricia Bay seaplane base near Victoria, where Fairey Aviation converted them to waterbombing. The Marianas Mars crashed into Mount Moriarty near Nanaimo on June 23, 1961, and the following year, the Caroline Mars was damaged beyond repair in a storm. But the Hawaii and Philippine Mars entered service in 1963 and fought wildfires for more than forty years. The Philippine Mars was retired in 2012 and at this writing is on its way to Pima Air & Space Museum, Tucson, Arizona. The Hawaii Mars had its last fire season in 2015 and on August 11, 2024 made its last flight from Port Alberni to the Saanich Inlet, Victoria?to be placed in the British Columbia Aviation Museum. Would that Glenn Martin and Dan McIvor were there to see it. FIRE EATERS: The People and Aircraft Combatting Wildfires Over the Last Century. Available May 2025. Reserve your copy on Amazon now.?

For further information on the event and to register https://lnkd.in/e4gtXKGD So pleased that I can confirm that Rob Ceravolo, CEO, Tropic Ocean Airways is opening the conference with a Keynote Presentation discussing; ?? The reality of seaplane operations - Starting from scratch, where to begin, and how to ensure success. ?? A University of Florida alumni, Rob was a TOPGUN Fighter Pilot in the U.S. Navy, serving as an active duty and reserve member, becoming an air combat instructor, and earning the rank of Lieutenant Commander. Have a look at the link above to see the great line up of speakers and sponsors that are already involved with the event - hope you can come and join us! #FOSAA25 #seaplanes #amphibiousaviation Lorna Titley Jane Stanbury, Kimo Buckon, Patricia Summerfield

Excited to share receipt of LOI for five (5) more aircraft! SHREE MEWAR AVIATION PVT. LTD., a private charter company and a unit of SHREE MEWAR HELICOPTER SERVICES LLP, a well-known Helicopter tourism company, announces the signing of a LOI for five (5) ME-1A Amphibious Aircraft with Mallard Enterprises following the AIR EXPO ABU DHABI 2024. Shree Mewar Aviation is located in one of the most beautiful and romantic cities of the world, UDAIPUR (Rajasthan) India. With it’s many surrounding lakes Udaipur is sometimes called the "Venice of the East". With their unmatched customer service, the finest aircraft, the most skilled pilots, the highest safety standards, and unique excursions, Shree Mewar Aviation is an industry leader in aircraft charter services and tourism operations.?Shree Mewar Helicopter operates its fleet of aircraft throughout Rajasthan and beyond. ? “Since its start in 2015 the company has striven to give the world’s best helicopter and private jet charter services in Rajasthan and promote Heli-Tourism in all tourist cities of Rajasthan and India. This new generation ME-1A amphibious aircraft of 21st century design 19 passenger commuter or 10 passenger VIP configuration will provide reliable, economical, and environmentally sustainable solutions for our customers”, said Capt.Vikrant Shakdwipee, MD & Founder. ? “With the introduction of ME-1A in Udaipur, the city of lakes, Shree Mewar Aviation will be able to offer both scheduled and unscheduled options for the discerning tourist. We are extremely grateful that Capt. Vikrant and his team have chosen Mallard Enterprises as their partner to launch their amphibious aircraft operations in India. We look forward to supporting them in this program that brings modern, versatile, and multi-role capable aircraft to market”, said Mohan Chunduri, Co-founder and COO of Mallard Enterprises. ? SHREE MEWAR AVIATION PVT. LTD. located in one of the most beautiful & Romantic Cities of the world Udaipur,?provides Private Aviation Charter Services. It started in 2015 as a unit of SHREE MEWAR HELICOPTER SERVICES LLP, and in August 2017 expanded its Aviation business by getting into the market of Business Jets in India and other Aviation Solutions.?It is the only parent company who provides Aerial Joyrides in the City Of Lakes, Udaipur & other tourist cities of Rajasthan. Having a professional team who work 24x7 to give the best services in the air and make the flights safe & secure, they?make Aviation simple for the people. Under the leadership of Mrs. Prachi Shakdwipee, CEO of Shree Mewar Aviation Pvt. Ltd. they served many prominent clients like?Priyanka Chopra & @Nick Jonas Wedding at Umaid Bhawan Jodhpur, Vishal-Shekar musician etc?and many more Corporate Houses & high-profile people of the country. Our Moto is clear to give Quality & Safe Journey in Air. So come fly with us. [email protected]??+91-294-2560047 https://www.mhsrides.com?| #YourReasonToFly | #YourReasonToLand | #RedefineFlyingWithUs