PPL.IV.K — Rough Water Takeoff and Climb

Objective: To determine that the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with a rough water takeoff and climb.

Knowledge

The applicant demonstrates understanding of:

• PA.IV.K.K1Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on takeoff and climb performance.
• PA.IV.K.K2VX and VY
• PA.IV.K.K3Appropriate airplane configuration.
• PA.IV.K.K4Appropriate use of rough water takeoff and climb technique.

Risk Management

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

• PA.IV.K.R1Selection of takeoff path based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, available distance, and wind.
• PA.IV.K.R2Effects of:
  • PA.IV.K.R2aa. Crosswind
  • PA.IV.K.R2bb. Windshear
  • PA.IV.K.R2cc. Tailwind
  • PA.IV.K.R2dd. Wake turbulence
  • PA.IV.K.R2ee. Water surface/condition
• PA.IV.K.R3Abnormal operations, to include planning for:
  • PA.IV.K.R3aa. Rejected takeoff
  • PA.IV.K.R3bb. Engine failure in takeoff/climb phase of flight
• PA.IV.K.R4Collision hazards, to include aircraft, vessels, persons, wildlife, terrain, obstacles, and wires.
• PA.IV.K.R5Low altitude maneuvering including stall, spin, or CFIT.
• PA.IV.K.R6Distractions, loss of situational awareness, and/or improper task management.
• PA.IV.K.R7Failure to confirm gear position in an amphibious airplane.

Skills

The applicant demonstrates the ability to:

• PA.IV.K.S2Make radio calls as appropriate.
• PA.IV.K.S3Verify assigned/correct takeoff path.
• PA.IV.K.S4Ascertain wind direction with or without visible wind direction indicators.
• PA.IV.K.S5Position flight controls and flaps for the existing conditions.
• PA.IV.K.S6Clear the area, select an appropriate takeoff path considering wind, swells, surface hazards, and/or vessels.
• PA.IV.K.S7Retract the water rudders as appropriate; advance the throttle smoothly to takeoff power.
• PA.IV.K.S8Establish and maintain an appropriate planing attitude, directional control, and correct for porpoising, skipping, and increase in water drag.
• PA.IV.K.S9Lift off at minimum airspeed and accelerate to VY +10/- 5 knots before leaving ground effect.
• PA.IV.K.S10Configure the airplane after a positive rate of climb has been verified or in accordance with airplane manufacturer’s instructions.
• PA.IV.K.S11Maintain VY +10/-5 knots to a safe maneuvering altitude
• PA.IV.K.S12Maintain directional control and proper wind-drift correction throughout takeoff and climb.