PA.XII.B.K4FAA-S-ACS-6C · Nov 2023Knowledge
Beaching/ramping.
Beaching/ramping.
Bottom line
To beach a seaplane means to pull it up onto a suitable shore surface, so that its weight is supported by relatively dry ground rather than water.
Key numbers
| Number | What it means |
|---|---|
| a few minutes | Tide float |
| 30 or 40 feet in a few hours | Tide strand |
FAA references
- SEA ch. 6 (pp. 6-8–6-9) — FAA-H-8083-23
- SEA ch. 6 (p. 6-10) — FAA-H-8083-23
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