The Grumman G-21 Goose is a classic, all-metal, twin-engine amphibious flying boat designed by Grumman, first flying in 1937, initially as a luxury "air yacht" for businessmen, but later becoming a vital transport and utility aircraft for militaries (like the US Coast Guard and Navy) and small airlines worldwide, known for its durability and ability to operate from land or water. Grumman Goose C-GDDJ (c/n 1184) is a specific G-21A amphibious aircraft with a long history, built in 1942 for the U.S. Navy (as 04357), later flying for U.S. airlines like Ellis Air Lines and Kenmore Air, then to Canadian operators including Wilderness Seaplanes, Pacific Coastal, and Rodgers Log, noted for its rugged service in Alaska and BC before sustaining damage in a 2023 engine failure incident.