Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Manitoba Air Charter Experts
Blue Water Aviation is a family-owned and operated air charter service based in Silver Falls, Manitoba. Established in 2015, we specialize in year-round aviation solutions with DeHavilland GE Turbine Otters, a Cessna 208, and a Cessna 185. Our services include float operations during summer and wheel/ski operations in winter, catering to commercial outfitters, private cabins, and remote northern communities. We provide freight delivery, wild rice harvesting, moose hunts, canoe charters, and wildlife surveys. Our full-service aircraft maintenance facility, Winnipeg River Aircraft, operates under Winnipeg River Maintenance with a 60x70 heated hangar for commercial and private light aircraft.Licensed mechanics offer annual inspections, aircraft recovery, and overhauls. A 2575 ft grass runway ensures year-round accessibility, supported by 100LL and Jet A fuel availability. We prioritize safety, reliability, and personalized service to connect clients with Manitoba's remote wilderness. Our team combines technical expertise with deep local knowledge to deliver efficient and tailored aviation solutions.
Services
Air Charter
Canoe Trips
Aircraft Maintenance
Wild Rice Transport
Freight Service
Wildlife Surveys
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We operate a modern fleet including 9-passenger Turbine Otters for heavy cargo capacity
- Our 60x70 heated hangar supports comprehensive aircraft maintenance and repairs
- Year-round operations with seasonal float/wheel configurations ensure service continuity
- Licensed mechanics provide certified annual inspections and emergency aircraft recovery
- Specialized in remote wilderness access with over 10 years of northern Manitoba experience
Services
Air Charter
Our air charter operations utilize DeHavilland GE Turbine Otters (2400lb capacity), Cessna 208 on Amphibs, and Cessna 185 (800lb capacity). Seasonal float operations run May-October while wheel/ski configurations enable winter access. Aircraft accommodate up to 9 passengers with specialized equipment for remote landings.
Canoe Trips
We provide floatplane access to Manitoba's remote rivers including Bloodvein, Berens, Gammon, and Pigeon rivers within Atikaki and Woodland Caribou provincial parks. Services include one-way transport, camping route planning, and vehicle shuttle options for heritage river expeditions.
Aircraft Maintenance
Winnipeg River Aircraft offers full-service maintenance in a 60x70 heated hangar. Our licensed mechanics perform annual inspections, emergency repairs, and complete overhauls for commercial and private light aircraft with on-site fuel storage and recovery capabilities.
Wild Rice Transport
Specialized transport services for wild rice harvesting operations include bulk cargo delivery to remote processing sites and return transport of harvested product. Aircraft capacity supports both small batch and commercial-scale operations.
Freight Service
Year-round freight solutions deliver supplies to northern communities and private cabins. Our fleet handles everything from small packages to oversized equipment using floatplanes in summer and ski-equipped aircraft in winter conditions.
Questions
What aircraft do you operate for charter services?
We operate DeHavilland GE Turbine Otters (9 passengers/2400lbs), Cessna 208 on Amphibs, and Cessna 185 (3 passengers/800lbs) with seasonal float/wheel configurations.
Can you transport canoes for wilderness trips?
Yes, our Turbine Otters are certified to carry two canoes with specialized mounting equipment for safe transport to remote waterways.
Do you offer aircraft maintenance services?
Yes, Winnipeg River Aircraft provides full-service maintenance in a 60x70 heated hangar with licensed mechanics for inspections, repairs, and overhauls.
What remote areas do you service?
We service Northern Manitoba communities, Bloodvein River, Berens River, Gammon River, Pigeon River, and provincial parks including Atikaki and Woodland Caribou.
Is wild rice transport available year-round?
Wild rice transport operates seasonally May-October with floatplanes, supporting both small batch and commercial-scale harvesting operations.