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AA.III.C.R1FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management

Selection of the takeoff path based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surfac...

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Selection of the takeoff path based on aircraft limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.

Bottom line

Once the wind direction is determined and the takeoff path chosen, configure the seaplane and perform all of the pre-takeoff checks while taxiing to the takeoff position. Be certain the departure path allows sufficient room for safe terrain clearance or for a wide climbing turn back over the water.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-15) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. AIM 7-6-14 (Flying in Flat Light, Brown Out Conditions, and White Out Conditions) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
  3. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-12) — FAA-H-8083-23
  4. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-16) — FAA-H-8083-23
  5. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
  6. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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