LOSA is the official aviation designator for the scalaria Airchallenge Water Landing Area on Lake Wolfgangsee in Austria. History & Events The landing zone was created for premium events by the scalaria event resort. From 2005 to 2015, it hosted the scalaria air challenge, a famous international seaplane gathering. Today, this legacy continues bi-annually with the Living Legends of Aviation Europe Awards and the public "Flying Emotions" airshows, bringing aviation pioneers and international celebrities to St. Wolfgang. Aircraft Types & Purpose The zone serves as a temporary runway for flight demonstrations and VIP transport. Notable aircraft include: • Historic Flying Boats: Legendary vintage models like the Dornier Do 24 or the PBY Catalina. • The Flying Bulls: Amphibious Cessnas and Aviat Huskies performing spectacular water-and-air displays. Regulations in Austria No, seaplanes cannot land freely on Austrian lakes. Austria has strict environmental, noise, and safety laws. • General Ban: Regular water aviation is banned on public lakes to protect drinking water, wildlife, and tourist boats. • Special Permits: Landings require strict individual outside landing permits (Außenlandegenehmigungen) from regional authorities. • Exceptions: Flights are limited to specific luxury events at the LOSA zone or temporary training windows (like the Wasserfliegertage on Traunsee or Attersee).