The Fascinating World of Seaplanes

A flying boat has a fuselage that acts like a ship’s hull, enabling it to float on water easily. It also has small floats underneath its wings to keep it stable in rough waters. On the other hand, a floatplane has two long floats called pontoons under the fuselage, with only this part touching the water.

The main difference lies in the design of their hulls and floats. The hull of a flying boat allows for better stability on water, making it more suitable for rough water conditions. The floats of a floatplane, although providing less stability, allow for a wider range of sizes and designs, making them more versatile in terms of aircraft options.