AA.III.F.R1FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management
Selection of the approach path and touchdown area based on airplane limitations, availa...
Selection of the approach path and touchdown area based on airplane limitations, available distance, surface conditions, and wind.
Bottom line
Operating on the surface in rough conditions exposes the seaplane to forces that can potentially cause damage or, in some cases, overturn the seaplane. When a swell is not aligned with the wind, the pilot must weigh the dangers posed by the swell against limited crosswind capability, as well as pilot experience. Evaluation of the landing area should include approach and departure paths.
FAA references
- SEA ch. 3 (p. 3-3) — FAA-H-8083-23
- RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
- SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-7) — FAA-H-8083-23
- SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
- AFH ch. 18 (pp. 18-4–18-5) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- AFH ch. 12, Operational Procedures (p. 12-4) — FAA-H-8083-3C
- SEA ch. 8 (p. 8-3) — FAA-H-8083-23
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