Harbour Air
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Harbour Air is a Canadian seaplane and regional airline founded in 1982, operating from Vancouver Harbour Aerodrome and Victoria Inner Harbour Airport. Known for scenic flights and accessible air service across British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest using specialized floatplane and utility aircraft.
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Harbour Air (IATA: H3) is a Canadian airline established in 1982, specializing in seaplane operations and regional air transport. The carrier operates from two primary hubs: Vancouver Harbour Aerodrome and Victoria Inner Harbour Airport, both strategically located to serve coastal British Columbia and surrounding regions.
The airline's network focuses on connecting communities across the Pacific Northwest, leveraging its waterfront hub locations to provide access to areas underserved by conventional runway-based airports. This waterfront positioning reflects Harbour Air's unique operational model, which has evolved since its founding to meet regional transportation and tourism needs.
Harbour Air's fleet comprises specialized aircraft well-suited to coastal and remote operations: the de Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otter, Cessna 185 Skywagon, and de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver. These utility and floatplane aircraft enable the airline to serve shallow harbours, inland waters, and unprepared surfaces, distinguishing it from conventional carriers and underscoring its role in regional connectivity.