News:
2026:
A 2026 seaplane event is scheduled for July 11 or 12. (SplashIn2026 Announcement [PDF])
The Lazaretto restoration is complete and occupied by the Township. Museum space inside the building is being developed, including displays for seaplane history. Landscaping and development of the waterfront is underway, including a new walkway to floating docs.
Events:
- Splash-in 2026
- Splash-in 2022
- Splash-In 2021
- Splash-in 2019
- Splash-in 2017
- Splash-In 2016
- Fall Picnic, 2015
- 100th Anniversary Splash-In (9N2)
Training:
No aircraft are based at Essington at this time. Here are ideas for seaplane sightseeing and training:
Southern Maryland Seaplanes (C-185)
Goodspeed Seaplane Academy (CT)
Brown’s Seaplane Base (Cubs in Florida)
Charters/Sightseeing:
There are no charter or sightseeing services provided by the seaplane base.
Improvements:
The township is refurbishing the Lazareeto House and the grounds. This is a proposed layout that includes plans for seaplane operations.
Pilot proposal:
A small pilot group has provided proposals for improvements to accommodate seaplane operations: