COMM.XI.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:

• CA.XI.B.K1Mooring.
• CA.XI.B.K2Docking.
• CA.XI.B.K3Anchoring.
• CA.XI.B.K4Beaching/ramping.
• CA.XI.B.K5Postflight inspection, recording of in-flight/postflight discrepancies.

Risk Management

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

• CA.XI.B.R1Inappropriate activities and distractions.
• CA.XI.B.R2Confirmation or expectation bias as related to taxi instructions.
• CA.XI.B.R3Seaplane base specific security procedures, if applicable.
• CA.XI.B.R4Disembarking passengers.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• CA.XI.B.S1If 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.
• CA.XI.B.S2If 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.
• CA.XI.B.S3Complete the appropriate checklist.
• CA.XI.B.S4Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.
• CA.XI.B.S5Secure the seaplane considering the effect of wind, waves, and changes in water level, or comply with applicable after landing, parking and securing if operating an amphibious airplane on land.