What makes landing on water so much more difficult than landing on a runway? How do pilots judge waves, wind and changing water conditions? And why do so many experienced pilots describe seaplanes as the most demanding aircraft to fly?

Join PYC member Phill Brigstock as he shares over five decades of flying experience, including gaining his floatplane licence in Florida and more recently qualifying to fly amphibious seaplanes.

The evening begins with an insight into the specialist skills required to fly seaplanes before taking a journey through some fascinating chapters of British aviation history, including the Schneider Trophy races in the Solent during the 1920s and the flying boats and seaplanes that once operated from Poole Harbour during the Second World War.

Finally, hear the remarkable story of an Australian pilot who circumnavigated the globe in a tiny two-seat amphibious aircraft - the very same type that Phill recently learned to fly himself.

Combining aviation, history, local interest and adventure, this promises to be an entertaining evening for sailors, pilots and anyone with a sense of curiosity.