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AA.I.H.S7FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Skills

Perform correct right-of-way, steering, and sailing operations.

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Perform correct right-of-way, steering, and sailing operations.

Bottom line

If on a collision course, the seaplane should slow, stop, or maneuver to the right, away from the bow of the oncoming vessel.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 1 (p. 1-2) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. AIM 7-6-9 (Seaplane Safety) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  3. SEA ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-23
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