AI.V.EFAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023
Taxiing and Sailing (ASES, AMES)
To determine the applicant understands taxiing and sailing, can apply that knowledge, manage associated risks, demonstrate appropriate skills, and provide effective instruction.
Bottom line
Approval must be obtained prior to moving an aircraft or vehicle onto the movement area during the hours an Airport Traffic Control Tower is in operation. Although an ATC clearance is issued for taxiing purposes, when operating in accordance with the CFRs, it is the responsibility of the pilot to avoid collision with other aircraft. Sailing is an essential part of seaplane operation.
FAA references
- AIM 4-3-18 (Taxiing) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-9) — FAA-H-8083-23
Knowledge
- AI.V.E.K1: Procedures for various types of taxiing and sailing.
- AI.V.E.K2: Current airport aeronautical references and information resources such as the Chart Supplement, airport diagram, and Notices to Air Missions
- AI.V.E.K3: Taxi instructions/clearances.
- AI.V.E.K4: Airport/seaplane base markings, signs, and lights.
- AI.V.E.K5: Visual indicators for wind.
- AI.V.E.K6: Airplane lighting.
- AI.V.E.K7: Procedures for:
- AI.V.E.K7a: a. Appropriate flight deck activities during taxiing or sailing
- AI.V.E.K7b: b. Radio communications at towered and nontowered seaplane bases
Risk management
- AI.V.E.R1: Activities and distractions.
- AI.V.E.R2: Porpoising and skipping.
- AI.V.E.R3: Low visibility taxi and sailing operations.
- AI.V.E.R4: Other aircraft, vessels, and hazards.
- AI.V.E.R5: Confirmation or expectation bias as related to taxi instructions.
Skills
- AI.V.E.S1: Receive and correctly read back clearances/instructions, if applicable.
- AI.V.E.S2: Use an appropriate airport diagram or taxi chart, if published.
- AI.V.E.S3: Comply with seaplane base/airport/taxiway markings, signals, and signs.
- AI.V.E.S4: Depart the dock/mooring buoy or beach/ramp in a safe manner, considering wind, current, traffic, and hazards.
- AI.V.E.S5: Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
- AI.V.E.S6: Position the flight controls, flaps, doors, water rudders, and power correctly for the existing conditions to follow the desired course whil
- AI.V.E.S7: Exhibit procedures for steering and maneuvering while maintaining proper situational awareness and desired orientation, path, and position w
- AI.V.E.S8: Plan and follow the most favorable taxi or sailing course for current conditions.
- AI.V.E.S9: Abide by right-of-way rules, maintain positive airplane control, proper speed, and separation between other aircraft, vessels, and persons.
- AI.V.E.S10: Comply with applicable taxi elements in Task D if the practical test is conducted in an amphibious airplane.
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