AA.VIII.BFAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023
Seaplane Post-Landing Procedures (ASES, AMES)
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with anchoring, docking, mooring, and ramping/beaching.
Bottom line
To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with anchoring, docking, mooring, and ramping/beaching.
FAA references
- SEA ch. 6 (pp. 6-8–6-9) — FAA-H-8083-23
- SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-10) — FAA-H-8083-23
Knowledge
Risk management
Skills
- AA.VIII.B.S1: Comply with air traffic control (ATC) or evaluator instructions and make radio calls as appropriate.
- AA.VIII.B.S2: If anchoring, select a suitable area considering seaplane movement, water depth, tide, wind, and weather changes. Use an adequate number of
- AA.VIII.B.S3: If not anchoring, approach the dock/mooring buoy or beach/ramp in the proper direction and at a safe speed, considering water depth, tide, c
- AA.VIII.B.S4: Coordinate with crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate checklist(s).
- AA.VIII.B.S5: If anchoring/mooring/beaching, secure the seaplane considering the effects of wind, waves, and changes in water level; if ramping, comply wi
- AA.VIII.B.S6: Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.
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