Blue Water Aviation is a family owned and operated air charter service based in Silver Falls, MB. We operate a DeHavilland DHC-3T Walter Turbine Otter, a DeHavilland DHC-3 1000hp Pezetel Otter, and a Cessna 185. Our air service runs year round with float operations in the summer and wheel/ski operations in the winter. We service commercial outfitters, private cabins, and offer freight service to remote northern communities. Other flight operations include wild rice harvest, moose hunts, canoe charters and wildlife surveys. We also have a full service aircraft maintenance facility operated under Winnipeg River Maintenance. A 60' x 70' heated hanger is available for commercial and private light aircraft maintenance. We have several licensed mechanics on staff to provide a wide range of services from annual inspections to aircraft recovery and overhaul. A 2575 ft. grass runway is accessible year round with 100LL and Jet A fuel available. Besides our base in Silver Falls we also operate a sub-base out of Bissett, MB.
Daily fly-in fishing and outpost rental:New for 2005, we now have access to South Eagle lake for great walleye fishing. Give us a call if you looking for a day fishing adventure or if you'd like a weekend of solitude. This is the perfect spot for those looking for a remote getaway. The cabin sleeps eight with propane stove, fridge and lights. Give us a call for more information.
Walter Service Center:Winnipeg River Aircraft is now a member of the Aircraft Upgrade and Conversion Alliance. Installation, service and parts are available for the Walter M601E-11 turbine engine, with three licensed mechanics on staff certified for Walter engines. For more info visit our Aircraft Maintenance page or email us at fixit@bluewateraviation.ca.