TAPPING THE UNCHARTED WATERS: Seaplane services are expected to transform regional connectivity in India, boost tourism, create jobs, and foster economic development, particularly in hard-to-reach coastal and inland regions.

The article features the expected regional connectivity transformation to be done by seaplane services in India as of November 2024. Topics discussed include its projected boosting of tourism and economic development, and the creation of jobs in coastal and inland regions, and the sound adoption of Non-Scheduled Operator Permit (NSOP) and reduction of infrastructure requirements to strengthen feasibility. The advantages of seaplanes over commercial air travel and helicopters are noted.