A company wants to start a float plane operation on Lyttelton Harbour similar to the Sydney seaplane experience. Photo: SuppliedA company that wants to start a float plane operation on Lyttelton Harbour is not abandoning the idea, in spite of the Civil Aviation Authority saying it would put public safety at risk. The CAA said in a decision released on Wednesday that public safety would be at risk, including that of other harbour users, residents and even the sea plane operators. The call for public submissions triggered a backlash from some residents and environmentalists, who were worried about the noise, and possible impact on marine life in the harbour. "Neither the proponent of the water aerodrome nor the CAA have the ability to impose such limitations or restrictions on harbour access," the CAA said.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 08, 2020 03:00 UTC