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CA.IV.I.R3aFAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management

a. Rejected takeoff

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Abnormal operations, including planning for: a. Rejected takeoff

Bottom line

During a glassy water takeoff, water drag may prevent the seaplane from accelerating the last few knots to lift-off speed. The careful seaplane pilot always plans ahead and considers the possibility of aborting the takeoff. In all cases of a rejected takeoff, the manufacturer's emergency procedure should be followed.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-15) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. AFH ch. 16 (p. 16-16) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-16) — FAA-H-8083-23
  4. AFH ch. 6 (p. 6-14) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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