I do not remember the Metlatkatla harbor, but saw enough close calls in the Kodiak Harbor between float planes and boats to wonder if there is any connection.
Try watching the "traffic" on Lake Union (Seattle) sometime.
Seaplanes on Lake Union?
Sad deal. A good friend of ours flies for them during the summer and has for years. He’s a 747 captain that grew up there. My prayers for all involved.
Kenmore air has a seaplane “base” on Lake Union. It’s a busy lake in the summer.
