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PA.IV.J.K3FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge

When and why glassy water techniques are used.

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When and why glassy water techniques are used.

Bottom line

Since the wind is calm, taxiing and docking are somewhat easier, but takeoffs and landings require special techniques. When landing, the flat, featureless surface makes it far more difficult to gauge altitude accurately, and reflections can create confusing optical illusions.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 3 (p. 3-3) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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