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PA.IV.K.R7FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Risk management

Gear position in an amphibious airplane.

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Gear position in an amphibious airplane.

Bottom line

The main wheels for amphibious floats retract upward into the floats themselves, just behind the step. Additional training is suggested for anyone transitioning from straight floats to amphibious aircraft.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 2 (p. 2-1) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  3. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-12) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-28) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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