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AI.XIV.B.S5FAA-S-ACS-25 · Nov 2023Skills

Secure the seaplane considering the effect of wind, waves, and changes in water level, ...

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Secure the seaplane considering the effect of wind, waves, and changes in water level, or comply with applicable after landing, parking, and securing procedures if operating an amphibious airplane on land.

Bottom line

After landing, secure the seaplane to allow safe unloading, as well as to keep winds and currents from moving it around. Even small waves may alternately pick up and drop the seaplane, potentially causing serious damage, unless the seaplane is beached well out of their reach.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-8) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-4) — FAA-H-8083-2A
  3. SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-10) — FAA-H-8083-23
  4. SEA ch. 9 (p. 9-6) — FAA-H-8083-23
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