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Photos: Tavares Seaplane Fly-In

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Key Takeaways:

  • The eighth annual Seaplane-a-Palooza was held on Lake Dora in Tavares, Florida, known as "America's Seaplane City."
  • The event gathered pilots from around the state for a day of seaplane activities and competitions.
  • Competitions at the palooza included shortest takeoff, most accurate landing, and best watermelon drop.
  • Numerous seaplanes and amphibious aircraft were showcased, attracting many onlookers.
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Pilots from around the state splashed into Lake Dora in the small central Florida town of Tavares, which bills itself America’s Seaplane City, for the eighth annual Seaplane-a-Palooza over the weekend. Pilots flew in on Sunday morning for a day filled with events and competitions like shortest takeoff, most accurate landing and best watermelon drop.

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