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PA.IV.K.S6bFAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Skills

b. Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight ...

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Clear the area, select an appropriate takeoff path considering wind, swells, surface hazards, or vessels. b. Advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power and confirm proper engine and flight instrument indications prior to rotation

Bottom line

Water rudders are normally retracted before applying takeoff power. Hold the elevator control all the way back and apply full power smoothly and quickly, maintaining directional control with the rudder. Establish the optimum planing attitude and allow the seaplane to accelerate to lift-off speed.

FAA references

  1. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-16) — FAA-H-8083-23
  2. SEA ch. 4 (p. 4-12) — FAA-H-8083-23
  3. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-12) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  4. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-12) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  5. PHAK ch. 11 (p. 11-12) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  6. RMH ch. 3 (p. 3-7) — FAA-H-8083-2A
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