First Landing Charters has been absorbed into Atlantic Launch. Atlantic Launch will be offering specialized charters for groups up to 25 people. Visit atlanticlaunch.com or call 757.708.0707 for further details. We will be honoring all reservations made prior to March 6, 2024.
MEET YOUR CAPTAINS
Captain Jay and all of the First Landing Charters Captains want you to have the time of your life on the water! Whether they are taking you to where the fish are, guiding you through a gorgeous nature tour, or enhancing a sunset trip in the bay, you, your friends and family will have a fun, safe, successful adventure.​
WHAT GIVES ALL OF OUR CAPTAINS THE EDGE?
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All have grown up in Virginia Beach on the water
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All are current or former members of the public safety community, EMS, fire department, or police department
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All enjoy fishing as a lifelong hobby
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All are United States Coast Guard-certified
CAPTAIN JAY LEACH (owner)
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Grew up fishing and boating along the shores of Virginia Beach his entire life
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Licensed as a Captain, United States Coast Guard Master 25 Gross Tons
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Loves fishing, and learned the tricks of the trade in places such as Hawaii, Costa Rica, Mexico, the Florida Keys
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Life-long lifeguard, EMS Marine Paramedic
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Former Norfolk Academy Teacher, Swim Coach, Fishing Camp Director for 24 years
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“Coach Leach” has a keen interest in the Chesapeake Bay’s restoration process and loves to share that knowledge with others
WELCOME ABOARD
WELCOME ABOARD
THE SUSAN C
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Named after Christopher Newport’s Susan Constant
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2016 yacht-certified Sea Hunt Gamefish 30
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30-foot center console designed for serious offshore fishing
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Twin 300-horsepower engine cruises comfortably at 40+ knots (46 mph)
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Equipped with Simrad’s newest electronics suite; radar, fish-finder, and autopilot
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Comfortable with plenty of standing space
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Fully functional bathroom with freshwater sink
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Viking life raft (exceeds USCG requirements)
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NEW! Tuna/Cobia Tower with full controls
THE CAPE HENRY EXPRESS
Looking for a boat that can accommodate more than 6 people? The Cape Henry Express is just that boat. Up to 25 guests, The CHE is great for family gatherings, birthday parties, team building, dolphin watching...let us customize a trip for your bigger group! (Carries the necessary Certificate of Inspection by the USCG) 757-708-0707
