FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-24 E. TASK: TAXIING - SEAPLANE (AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2; Seaplane Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of seaplane taxiing by describing -
(a) wind effect.
(b) prevention of porpoising and skipping.
(c) selection of the most suitable course for taxiing, following available marking aids.
(d) conditions where idle, plowing, and step taxiing are used.
(e) techniques for idle, plowing, and step taxiing.
(f) control positioning for various wind conditions.
(g) use of water rudders.
(h) techniques used to avoid other aircraft and hazards.
(i) techniques used to avoid excessive water spray into the propeller.
(j) 180° and 360° turns in idle, plowing, and step positions.
(k) application of right-of-way rules.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to seaplane taxiing by describing -
(a) improper positioning of flight controls for various wind conditions.
(b) improper control of speed and direction.
(c) failure to prevent porpoising and skipping.
(d) failure to use the most suitable course and available marking aids.
(e) failure to use proper clearing procedures to avoid hazards.
(f) failure to apply right-of-way rules.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains seaplane taxiing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to seaplane taxiing.
1-25 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A F. TASK: SAILING (AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of sailing by describing -
(a) techniques used in sailing (engines idling or shut down, as appropriate).
(b) conditions and situations where sailing would be used.
(c) selection of the most favorable course to follow.
(d) use of flight controls, flaps, doors, and water rudders to follow the selected course.
(e) techniques used to change direction from downwind to crosswind.
(f) control of speed.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to sailing by describing -
(a) failure to select the most favorable course to destination.
(b) improper use of controls, flaps, and water rudders.
(c) improper technique when changing direction.
(d) improper technique for speed control.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains sailing from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to sailing.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-26 G. TASK: PRETAKEOFF CHECK (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a pretakeoff check by describing -
(a) positioning the airplane with consideration for other aircraft, surface conditions, and wind.
(b) division of attention inside and outside the cockpit.
(c) importance of following the checklist and responding to each checklist item.
(d) reasons for ensuring suitable engine temperatures and pressures for run-up and takeoff.
(e) method used to determine that airplane is in a safe operating condition.
(f) importance of reviewing takeoff performance airspeeds, expected takeoff distances, and emergency procedures.
(g) method used for assuring that the takeoff area or path is free of hazards.
(h) method used for assuring adequate clearance from other traffic.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a pretakeoff check by describing -
(a) failure to use or the improper use of the checklist.
(b) improper positioning of the airplane.
(c) acceptance of marginal engine performance.
(d) an improper check of flight controls.
(e) hazards of failure to review takeoff and emergency procedures.
(f) failure to check for hazards and other traffic.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a pretakeoff check from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a pretakeoff check.
1-27 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A VII. AREA OF OPERATION: AIRPORT OPERATIONS AIRPORT OPERATIONS NOTE: The examiner will select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND ATC LIGHT SIGNALS (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of radio communications and ATC light signals by describing -
(a) selection and use of appropriate radio frequencies.
(b) recommended procedure and phraseology for radio voice communications.
(c) receipt, acknowledgement of, and compliance with, ATC clearances and other instructions.
(d) interpretation of, and compliance with, ATC light signals.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to radio communications and ATC light signals by describing -
(a) use of improper frequencies.
(b) improper techniques and phraseologies when transmitting radio voice communications.
(c) failure to acknowledge, or properly comply with, ATC clearances and other instructions.
(d) failure to understand, or to properly comply with, ATC light signals.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-28 B. TASK: TRAFFIC PATTERNS (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21, AC 61-23;
AIM; FAA-S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of traffic patterns by describing -
(a) operations at controlled and uncontrolled airports and seaplane bases.
(b) adherence to traffic pattern procedures, instructions, and rules.
(c) how to maintain proper spacing from other traffic.
(d) how to maintain the proper ground track.
(e) wind shear and wake turbulence.
(f) orientation with the runway or landing area in use.
(g) how to establish a final approach at an appropriate distance from approach end of the runway or landing area.
(h) use of checklist.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to traffic patterns by describing -
(a) failure to comply with traffic pattern instructions, procedures, and rules.
(b) improper correction for wind drift.
(c) improper spacing from other traffic.
(d) poor altitude or airspeed control.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains traffic patterns from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated com mon errors related to traffic patterns.
1-29 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A C. TASK: AIRPORT AND RUNWAY MARKINGS AND LIGHTING (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 61-21, AC 61-23; AIM;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA-S-8081-2.
Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of airport and runway markings and lighting by describing:
1. Identification and proper interpretation of airport, runway, and taxiway markings.
2. Identification and proper interpretation of airport, runway, and taxiway lighting.
FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A 1-30 VIII. AREA OF OPERATION: TAKEOFFS AND CLIMBS TAKEOFFS AND CLIMBS NOTE: The examiner will select at least one TASK.
A. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF AND CLIMB (AMEL and AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual, Seaplane Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a normal and crosswind takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) review of wind conditions.
(b) takeoff hazards.
(c) use of wing flaps.
(d) alignment with takeoff path.
(e) initial positioning of flight controls.
(f) power application.
(g) directional control during acceleration on the surface.
(h) crosswind control technique during acceleration on the surface.
(i) rotation at airspeed appropriate for the airplane flown.
(j) how to establish the single-engine best rate-ofclimb pitch attitude.
(k) how to establish and maintain VY.
(l) how to establish and maintain cruise climb airspeed and the appropriate power setting.
(m) crosswind correction and track during climb.
(n) use of checklist.
(o) difference between a normal and a glassywater takeoff (seaplane).
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2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a normal and crosswind takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) improper initial positioning of flight controls or wing flaps.
(b) improper power application.
(c) inappropriate removal of hand from throttles.
(d) poor directional control.
(e) improper use of ailerons.
(f) rotation at improper airspeed.
(g) failure to establish and maintain proper climb configuration and airspeeds.
(h) drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a normal or a crosswind takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a normal or a crosswind takeoff and climb.
B. TASK: SHORT-FIELD TAKEOFF AND CLIMB (AMEL) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a short-field takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) review of wind conditions.
(b) takeoff and climb hazards, particularly those related to obstacles.
(c) use of wing flaps.
(d) how to position and align the airplane for maximum utilization of available takeoff area.
(e) initial positioning of flight controls.
(f) power application.
(g) directional control during acceleration on the surface.
(h) rotation at the airspeed appropriate for airplane used in the practical test.
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(i) initial climb attitude and airspeed (V X) until obstacle is cleared (50 feet/16 meters AGL).
(j) acceleration to V Y and establishment and maintenance of VY.
(k) how to establish and maintain cruise climb airspeed and the appropriate power setting.
(l) track during climb.
(m) use of checklist.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a short-field takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) failure to position the airplane for maximum utilization of available takeoff area.
(b) improper initial positioning of flight controls and wing flaps.
(c) improper power application.
(d) inappropriate removal of hand from throttles.
(e) poor directional control.
(f) improper use of ailerons.
(g) improper use of brakes.
(h) rotation at improper airspeed.
(i) failure to establish and maintain proper climb configuration and airspeeds.
(j) drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a shortfield takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a short-field takeoff and climb.
1-33 FAA-S-8081-6AFAA-S-8081-6A C. TASK: ROUGH-WATER TAKEOFF AND CLIMB (AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual, Seaplane Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a rough-water takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) review of wind conditions.
(b) takeoff hazards.
(c) factors which should be considered in the selection of the most suitable takeoff area.
(d) use of wing flaps.
(e) alignment with proposed takeoff path.
(f) initial positioning of flight controls.
(g) power application.
(h) directional control.
(i) most efficient planing angle.
(j) rotation at the airspeed appropriate to the airplane used in the practical test.
(k) how to establish the single-engine best rate-ofclimb pitch attitude and acceleration to VY.
(l) how to establish and maintain VY.
(m) how to establish and maintain cruise climb airspeed and the appropriate power setting.
(n) track during climb.
(o) use of checklist.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a rough-water takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) poor judgment in the selection of a suitable takeoff area.
(b) improper initial positioning of flight controls and wing flaps.
(c) improper power application.
(d) inappropriate removal of hand from throttles.
(e) poor directional control.
(f) improper correction for porpoising, skipping, or an unusual increase in water drag.
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(g) improper pitch attitude during takeoff run and lift-off.
(h) hazards of inadvertent contact with the water after becoming airborne.
(i) failure to establish and maintain proper climb configuration and airspeeds.
(j) drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a rough water takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a rough-water takeoff and climb.
D. TASK: CONFINED-AREA TAKEOFF AND CLIMB (AMES) REFERENCES: AC 60-14, AC 61-21;
FAA-S-8081-1, FAA -S-8081-2; Pilot's Operating Handbook, FAA-Approved Airplane Flight Manual, Seaplane Manual.
Objective. To determine that the applicant:
1. Exhibits instructional knowledge of the elements of a confined-area takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) review of wind conditions.
(b) takeoff hazards, particularly those related to obstacles.
(c) use of wing flaps.
(d) factors related to minimum takeoff run and maximum climb performance.
(e) factors that should be considered in the selection of the most favorable takeoff area.
(f) alignment with the proposed takeoff path.
(g) initial positioning of flight controls.
(h) power application.
(i) directional control during acceleration on the surface.
(j) the most efficient planing angle.
(k) rotation at the airspeed appropriate for airplane used for the practical test.
(l) initial climb attitude and airspeed (V X) until obstacle is cleared (50 feet/16 meters AGL).
(m) acceleration to V Y and the establishment and maintenance of VY.
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(n) how to establish and maintain cru ise climb airspeed and the appropriate power setting.
(o) track during climb.
(p) use of checklist.
2. Exhibits instructional knowledge of common errors related to a confined-area takeoff and climb by describing -
(a) failure to position the airplane to take advantage of the available takeoff area.
(b) improper initial positioning of flight controls or wing flaps.
(c) improper power application.
(d) inappropriate removal of hand from throttles.
(e) poor directional control.
(f) rotation of improper airspeed.
(g) improper correction for porpoising, skipping, or an unusual increase in water drag.
(h) hazards of inadvertent contact with the water after becoming airborne.
(i) failure to establish and maintain proper climb configuration and airspeeds.
(j) drift during climb.
3. Demonstrates and simultaneously explains a confined-area takeoff and climb from an instructional standpoint.
4. Analyzes and corrects simulated common errors related to a confined-area takeoff and climb.