ATP.VIII.B — Seaplane Post-Landing Procedures (ASES, AMES)

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with anchoring, docking, mooring, and ramping/beaching.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• AA.VIII.B.K1Mooring.
• AA.VIII.B.K2Docking.
• AA.VIII.B.K3Anchoring.
• AA.VIII.B.K4Beaching/ramping.

Risk Management

The applicant demonstrates the ability to identify, assess and mitigate risks, encompassing:

• AA.VIII.B.R1Inappropriate activities and distractions.
• AA.VIII.B.R2Confirmation or expectation bias as related to taxi instructions.
• AA.VIII.B.R3Propeller, turbofan inlet, and exhaust safety.
• AA.VIII.B.R4Airport/seaplane base security procedures.
• AA.VIII.B.R5Disembarking passengers.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• AA.VIII.B.S1Comply with ATC or evaluator instructions and make radio calls as appropriate.
• AA.VIII.B.S2If anchoring, select a suitable area considering seaplane movement, water depth, tide, wind, and weather changes. Use an adequate number of anchors and lines of sufficient strength and length to ensure the seaplane’s security.
• AA.VIII.B.S3If not anchoring, approach the dock/mooring buoy or beach/ramp in the proper direction and at a safe speed, considering water depth, tide, current, and wind.
• AA.VIII.B.S4Coordinate with the crew, if applicable, and complete the appropriate checklist(s).
• AA.VIII.B.S5If anchoring/mooring/beaching, secure the seaplane considering the effects of wind, waves, and changes in water level; if ramping, comply with appropriate ground movement procedures.
• AA.VIII.B.S6Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.