Coastal Seaplanes

07/30/2026

ATTENTION: Beginning August 17th, 2026, Billy Mitchell airport will be closed for a runway rehabilitation project. The runway is expected to reopen mid-November.

As the primary amphibious seaplane operator serving the Outer Banks Region, we are able to continue to serve Hatteras Island during this time, despite the shutdown.

Please call or text 757-206-2919 or email [email protected] to book!

NEWS RELEASE: Billy Mitchell Airport to Close on Aug. 17 to Rehabilitate Runway

Beginning Aug. 17, Cape Hatteras National Seashore will close the Billy Mitchell Airport (HSE) to accommodate a runway pavement rehabilitation project. The closure will occur earlier than the previously announced Sept. 8 date, due to an accelerated construction schedule. The runway closure is expected to last until mid-November.

The paving project will involve full resurfacing of paved areas, applying new reflective paint and installing new tie-downs and anchors, all of which will improve visitor safety and enhance the overall visitor experience.

North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation is contracting and overseeing the paving project on behalf of the Seashore.

The National Park Service’s First Flight Airport (FFA) and Ocracoke Island Airport (W95) and the Dare County Regional Airport (MQI) will be available for daily flights during the runway paving project.

07/30/2026

They say time is the one thing you can’t buy… we respectfully disagree 😎

Here’s a quick video teaching you how to use our online on-demand charter quote feature- if you don’t see your location, you wanna fly to or from on the drop-down, send us an email and we’ll get you set up with a flight!

07/20/2026

Virginia’s Eastern Shore is just about as incredible a place as anyone could seek to find along the East Coast, and getting to show Carter Andrews a different perspective of this place on our way into Chatham Vineyards was an amazing experience.

Operating throughout the Bay, I’m blessed to meet and work alongside salt of the earth people, many of whom call the Eastern Shore home.

Don’t miss tonight’s episode of Carters show, Gone Again, airing on the Outdoor Channel, showcasing this unique and truly inspiring region airing on July 20th (tonight) at 9pm EST!

📷: Brian Grossenbacher

07/19/2026

Our Wingman Wednesday flights are completely SOLD OUT- again in less than 24 hours of posting.

If y’all want a head start on these promotional flight specials, empty legs, and other awesome Coastal Seaplanes stuff, just sign up for our Flight Plan email list 🤙🏼

As always, if you missed out on this deal, please don’t hesitate to book a private charter with us! World class On-Demand seaplane charters are our specialty ✈️ 🌊

07/15/2026

They said it’s all about the journey and not the destination…

We say it’s both 🙌🏼

Fly with Coastal Seaplanes to some of the East Coasts most iconic destinations for an afternoon or evening of incredible views and next level culinary offerings on our signature Fly n Dine experiences.

From Cape Charles to the Northern Neck, Virginia Beach, OBX and beyond- the options are endless as we take date night to the next level on a daily basis 🥂

Call/ text (757) 206-2919 or email us at [email protected] today to book your flight!

07/15/2026

Your ride has arrived 😎

07/07/2026

Quick stop at Rocketts Landing - Richmond, VA

07/02/2026

You asked, we heard ya!

Officially announcing scenic flights out of the Cape Charles Harbor beginning Thursday, July 9th!!!

These flights are running in tandem with our Thirsty Thursday flight sale- while we’re in town, we are offering 30-minute scenic flights of the Barrier Islands and Local Lighthouses.

IMPORTANT NOTE: These flights are sold at $385, conducted as private flights, and include seating for a group of up to 4 passengers. When you pay for the flight, you’re getting all 4 seats! This comes out to about $96 per person.

Like, share, and tag your crew for a chance to win a flight with coastal seaplanes 🙌🏼