Minnesota Seaplane Pilots Association Safety Seminar

September 18–19, 2026

11266 Pine Beach Peninsula
Brainerd, MN 56401

Illustrated seaplane over backdrop of trees

About the Event

This annual event brings together seaplane enthusiasts from across the region for a weekend of education, connection, and fun. Each year features a spectacular seaplane fly-in, engaging safety and educational seminars, more than 20 aviation-related vendors, and networking opportunities with fellow pilots and aviation professionals.

The 2026 event included:

  • Keynote speaker Bruno Brasileiro Ferreira, known by his social media handle @FlyWithBruno, who showcases adventures and challenges in his 1978 Grumman AA5B Tiger on YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok
  • Friday afternoon Seaplane Ground School with Charles Scott, DNR 
  • Friday Social Hour and buffet dinner
  • Saturday accuracy landing contest and banquet dinner
  • Silent auction and prize drawing opportunities

Questions?

Please contact [email protected].

Sponsors

This seminar is brought to you by the Minnesota Department of Transportation Office of Aeronautics and the Minnesota Seaplane Pilots Association, with support from the Airport Technical Assistance Program (AirTAP).