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Kansas committee hears bill to clarify seaplane operations on state waters
Summary
Supporters told the Committee on Federal and State Affairs HB 2687 would recognize seaplanes as lawful aircraft on waters where motorized boats are allowed, removing state-level uncertainty and encouraging flight training, rescue operations and rural economic activity; the Department of Wildlife and Parks offered neutral testimony noting federal authorities and Corps rules often govern reservoirs.
House Bill 2687, a measure to clarify the legal status of seaplanes and other aquatic aircraft in Kansas, drew proponent testimony from pilots, flight instructors and aviation-business owners at a Committee on Federal and State Affairs hearing.
Kyle, committee staff, told lawmakers the bill would "prohibit any governmental agency that owns, controls, or has jurisdiction over waters of the state from prohibiting the takeoff, landing, or operation of an aquatic aircraft" in areas where boats or vessels are permitted, and would prevent agencies from charging permits or fees for such operations. Kyle also noted existing administrative regulations and federal authority — for example, a Department of Wildlife and Parks regulation (KAR 115-8-13), state…
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