Jose wrote:

But it sure could be a lot more popular, if even half the guys who
bought boats (that go no where) would divert that time and money into
an airplane (that can take them *anywhere*)...


But sometimes "nowhere" is exactly where you want to go. The boat is
ideal for that.
The airplane is not ideal for everything. And not everything you
think is fun is actually fun for everyone.

Sure you can! That's what floats are for.