India's seaplane sector is experiencing a potential revival after years of setbacks.

India's seaplane sector is experiencing a potential revival after years of setbacks. The government has introduced a viability gap funding scheme and manufacturing incentives to support the industry. SkyHop Aviation plans to launch services from Kochi to five Lakshadweep islands using a 19-seater Twin Otter aircraft within weeks. The company projects that India could absorb 500 seaplanes over five years if infrastructure and regulatory support continue. This marks a significant shift from previous failures, including ventures that couldn't sustain operations. The new policy framework aims to make seaplane operations both operationally and economically viable, positioning India as a potential global leader in this aviation segment.