Passenger limitations.
By booking a flight with Paradise Seaplanes you are agreeing that the passenger is:
1) medically fit to fly,
2) within the weight limits 15-140 kilograms and
3) no taller than 200cm.
Please Note: if actual passenger weight on the day of the flight exceeds the weight specified in the booking, the pilot reserves the right to cancel the flight in part or in total without refund.
Paradise Seaplanes requires a minimum of 2 passenger fares per flight*.
Paradise Seaplanes has a maximum passenger load of 3 passengers.
*There are exceptions. Contact us for further information and support.
The total combined passenger weight (CPW) cannot exceed
River Dash Max CPW 200kg
Maroochy River Adventure Max CPW 200kg
Sunshine Coast Adventure Max CPW 200kg
Noosa River Adventure Max CPW 200kg
Sunshine Surf Patrol Max CPW 180kg
Noosa -Glasshouse Adventure Max CPW 170kg
Double Island Point Adventure Max CPW 170kg
The company reserves the right to refuse to carry passengers if they are drunk or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Please note that if you are refused service due to being under the influence we will NOT refund your fare. Please respect the safety of our passengers and crew.
Weather and scheduling issues.
Paradise Seaplanes may have to reschedule your flight for the following reasons:
1) The weather is unsuitable.
2) The aircraft is unserviceable.
3) A pilot is not available.
4) The pilot considers that the passenger is for any reason not fit to fly.
5) The pilot considers that any safety issue may prevent the safe conduct of the flight.
In the event that unsafe weather conditions or unscheduled maintenance cause the cancellation of your flight then you will be offered a refund* or to reschedule.
Liabilities.
Passengers are reminded that all baggage and personal belongings are carried entirely at the passenger’s own risk.
Paradise Seaplanes can give no guarantee of exact times of arrival or departure of any service and will not be liable for failure to make connections to other services.
The company reserves the right to vary the price of any tour as a result of any significant increase in fuel prices, or other related supplier tariffs.
Gift Vouchers.
Gift Vouchers, as per government legislation, are valid for 3 years from the date of purchase. Gift Certificates can be transferred between recipients but this must be organised by calling Paradise Seaplanes prior to the day of the flight. Gift Vouchers cannot be redeemed for cash.
Paradise Seaplanes reserves the right to cancel a Gift Voucher, without refund, if a flight is cancelled as a result of:
1) A passenger failing to arrive at the nominated departure area prior to the scheduled time; or
2) A passenger is under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the scheduled flight time;
3) The passenger behaving in a manner that is offensive; or
4) The pilot deeming that the passenger is behaving, or may behave in a manner that would jeopardise the safe conduct of the flight.
Passenger Responsibility.
Paradise Seaplanes is licensed under the Australian Warbirds Association (AWA) to carry out Adventure Flights in aircraft Wilga 80 PZL. Detailed attention to safety and aviation regulations is met by Paradise Seaplanes at all times.
• Passengers agree that there are certain hazards applicable to aviation and indemnify Paradise Seaplanes and its officers from any medical condition, or loss of personal effects.
• Passengers agree to indemnify Paradise Seaplanes and its officers against any claim as a result of death or any serious injury.
Paradise Seaplanes operates their Wilga 80 in the Limited Category as a Warbird, therefore, CASA requires us to inform you of the following:
Military aircraft are built and tested to different standards than that put forward by CASA or any equivalent international civil aviation governing body. As such, in accordance with Civil Aviation Safety Regulation Parts 132.140, 150 and 132.155;
• The design, manufacture, and airworthiness of the aircraft are not required to meet any standard recognised by CASA; and
• CASA does not require the aircraft to be operated to the same standard as an aircraft used for regular public transport or charter operations; and
• The passenger agrees to participate in this flight at his or her own risk; and
• If it is reasonable to believe that a passenger cannot understand the safety briefing; said passenger must be accompanied on the flight by a parent, guardian, or carer; and
• A more detailed briefing will be provided to the passenger before they board the aircraft
• If the person making the booking for this flight is not the passenger, note that the operator of the flight is required to provide the passenger with a detailed briefing – to include the information contained herein – prior to the passenger boarding the aircraft.
SHOULD the Government or Tourism Industry implement Covid Safe Regulations, Paradise Seaplanes assures its passengers –
The health and safety of our team members and guests is our number one priority.
Paradise Seaplanes will implement industry standard COVID-SAFE practices, however, as with other forms of transit, such as taxis, Ubers, etc., due to the size of the aircraft, we will not be able to maintain social distancing between pilot and passengers.
• Flights are restricted to members of the same household or close friends.
• Adequate ventilation is ensured by the fresh air vent system of the aircraft.
• All of our flights are shorter than the recommended two-hour maximum.
• Single fares will not be matched on flights.
• All COVID hygiene practices will be strictly observed.
• Guests are to ensure they pass the COVID Safety Check before attending the seaplane departure point.
If you are not comfortable with these measures, please reschedule for a later date when restrictions are further relaxed.
Bradman Ave at Minti St,
Maroochydore Q 4558
Located on the beautiful Maroochy River and Sunshine Coast biospheres.
15 min from SCAirport (MCY)
90 min from Brisbane (BNE)
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