Attention:
- Research a mishap case study:
- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap
- Relate similar personal experience of the same type of incident/accident/mishap
Motivator:
Overview:
Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Glassy Water Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES):
0:15
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:05
Total Ground Time:
0:30
Required Materials:
- Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard
Instructor Actions:
Student Actions:
- Complete assigned reading (see content above)
- Ask pertinent questions
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Glassy Water Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Airman Certification Standards:
.- Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with glassy water approach and landing
- Note: If a glassy water condition does not exist, the applicant must be evaluated by simulating the Task
- References: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2 (Risk Management Handbook), FAA-H-8083-3 (Airplane Flying Handbook), FAA-H-8083-23 (Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook), FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); POH/AFM
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Glassy Water Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates understanding of:-
CA.IV.J.K1:
A stabilized approach, including energy management concepts. -
CA.IV.J.K2:
Effects of atmospheric conditions, including wind, on approach and landing performance. -
CA.IV.J.K3:
When and why glassy water techniques are used. -
CA.IV.J.K4:
How a glassy water approach and landing is executed.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Glassy Water Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:-
CA.IV.J.R1:
Selection of approach path and touchdown area based on pilot capability, airplane performance and limitations, and available distance. -
CA.IV.J.R2:
Water surface/condition. -
CA.IV.J.R3:
Planning for a go-around and rejected landing. -
CA.IV.J.R4:
Collision hazards. -
CA.IV.J.R5:
Low altitude maneuvering, including stall, spin, or controlled flight into terrain (CFIT). -
CA.IV.J.R6:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. -
CA.IV.J.R7:
Gear position in an amphibious airplane.
Commercial Pilot (Airplane) Glassy Water Approach and Landing (ASES, AMES) Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skill to:-
CA.IV.J.S1:
Complete the appropriate checklist(s). -
CA.IV.J.S2:
Make radio calls as appropriate. -
CA.IV.J.S3:
Scan the landing area for traffic and obstructions. -
CA.IV.J.S4:
Select a proper approach and landing path considering the landing surface, visual attitude references, water depth, and collision hazards. -
CA.IV.J.S5:
Establish the recommended approach and landing configuration, airspeed, and trim, and adjust pitch attitude and power as required to maintain a stabilized approach. -
CA.IV.J.S6:
Maintain manufacturer's published approach airspeed or in its absence not more than 1.3 VSO, ±5 knots. -
CA.IV.J.S7:
Make smooth, timely, and correct power and control adjustments to maintain proper pitch attitude and rate of descent to touchdown. -
CA.IV.J.S8:
Contact the water in a proper pitch attitude, and slow to idle taxi speed. -
CA.IV.J.S9:
Maintain directional control throughout the approach and landing.
Re-Motivation:
Closure:
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson
- Assign study materials for the next lesson
Conclusion:
- Hard copies of the ACS and Oral Exam Guides can be purchased at: Amazon
- Digital copies of the ACS can be found on the FAA's website at: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/acs/
- The FAA provides guidance for test taking at: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/training/pilot_tips/
- Test guides can be found on the FAA's website at: http://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_guides/media/faa-g-8082-17i.pdf
- To learn more about earning the practical test, visit the checkride page