Seaplanes' environmental impact on birds overlooked, critics say

Canberra Birds member Chris Davey said an environmental assessment on seaplanes impact to birds in the ACT was required. Picture by Elesa Kurtz

Seaplanes on Lake Burley Griffin are a step closer following support from lake users for this month's trial landing and taking off from the Central Bank, with the trial also used to assess the heritage and environmental impacts of permanent flights.

The National Capital Authority said independent experts were commissioned to assess various aspects including environmental matters.