Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Introduction

Schedule:

Topic:

Time:

Attention/Motivator:

0:05

Part 1, Lesson Introduction:

0:05

Part 2, Water and Seaplane Characteristics, Seaplane Bases, Maritime Rules, and Aids to Marine:

0:15

Part 3, Water and Seaplane Characteristics, Seaplane Bases, Maritime Rules, and Aids to Marine Risk Management:

0:15

Part 4, Water and Seaplane Characteristics, Seaplane Bases, Maritime Rules, and Aids to Marine Guided Scenario(s):

0:05

Part 5, Lesson Conclusion:

0:05

Remotivation/Closure:

0:05

Total Ground Time:

0:00
Attention Getter:
- Research a mishap case study:
  - Taxiing Case Studies.
  - Visual Scanning and Collision Avoidance Case Studies.
- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap.
- Relate similar personal experiences of the same type of incident/accident/mishap.
- Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario.
Motivator:
- Acquiring a seaplane class rating affords access to many areas not available to land-plane pilots.
- Adding a seaplane class rating to your pilot certificate can be relatively uncomplicated and inexpensive.
  - However, more effort is required to become a safe, efficient, competent "bush" pilot.
- Seaplane pilots must be aware of collision hazards unique to their operation.
- Understanding right-of-way rules will help mitigate these hazards.
- Still, other safety considerations that pertain to operating an aircraft over water must be observed.
- Finally, just because you can land on water doesn't mean you should.
  - Before operating in a new location, consult the appropriate waterway Jurisdiction ahead of time.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Materials

Required Materials:
- Writing instrument (pen, marker, etc.).
- Writing surface (paper, whiteboard, etc.).
- Airman Certification Standards.
- Student jacket.
Optional Materials:
- Instructor endorsement log.
- Pilot Logbook.
Reference Materials:
- Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM).
- Chart Supplements.
- Risk Management Handbook.
- Airplane Flying Handbook.
- Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook.
- Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge.
- Airman Certification Standards:
  - Hard copies of the ACS and Oral Exam Guides are available on Amazon.
  - Digital copies of the ACS are available on the FAA's website.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Instructor Actions

Before the lesson, review reference materials.
Part 1, Lesson Introduction:
- If not previously discussed, provide expectations on time to train, ground instruction vs. flight instruction, and instructor/student availability.
- Review the lesson plan, including the attention and motivator.
- Review the airman certification standards.
Part 2, Lesson Conclusion:
- Present the remotivation, conclude, and provide guidance for follow-on lessons.
- Review student actions required ahead of the next lesson.
Update instructor endorsement records and the student's jacket, as required.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Student Actions

Complete the assigned readings (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.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Airman Certification Standards

Objective: To determine whether the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with water and seaplane characteristics, seaplane bases, maritime rules, and aids to marine navigation.
References: AIM; Chart Supplements; 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; USCG Navigation Rules.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water and Seaplane Characteristics Knowledge:

The applicant demonstrates an understanding of:

PA.I.I.K1:
The characteristics of a water surface as affected by features, such as:
- PA.I.I.K1a:
  Size and location.
- PA.I.I.K1b:
  Protected and unprotected areas.
- PA.I.I.K1c:
  Surface wind.
- PA.I.I.K1d:
  Direction and strength of water current.
- PA.I.I.K1e:
  Floating and partially submerged debris.
- PA.I.I.K1f:
  Sandbars, islands, and shoals.
- PA.I.I.K1g:
  Vessel traffic and wakes.
- PA.I.I.K1h:
  Other characteristics specific to the area.
- PA.I.I.K1i:
  Direction and height of waves.
PA.I.I.K2:
Float and hull construction, and its effect on seaplane performance.
PA.I.I.K3:
Causes of porpoising and skipping, and the pilot action needed to prevent or correct these occurrences.
PA.I.I.K4:
How to locate and identify seaplane bases on charts or in directories.
PA.I.I.K5:
Operating restrictions at various bases.
PA.I.I.K6:
Right-of-way, steering, and sailing rules pertinent to seaplane operation.
PA.I.I.K7:
Marine navigation aids, such as buoys, beacons, lights, sound signals, and range markers.
PA.I.I.K8:
Naval vessel protection zones.
PA.I.I.K9:
No wake zones.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water and Seaplane Characteristics Risk Management:

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

PA.I.I.R1:
Local conditions.
PA.I.I.R2:
Impact of marine traffic.
PA.I.I.R3:
Right-of-way and sailing rules pertinent to seaplane operations.
PA.I.I.R4:
Limited services and assistance available at seaplane bases.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water and Seaplane Characteristics Skills:

The applicant exhibits the skills to:

PA.I.I.S1:
Assess the water surface characteristics for the proposed flight.
PA.I.I.S2:
Identify restrictions at local seaplane bases.
PA.I.I.S3:
Identify marine navigation aids.
PA.I.I.S4:
Describe correct right-of-way, steering, and sailing operations.
PA.I.I.S5:
Explain how float and hull construction can affect seaplane performance.
PA.I.I.S6:
Describe how to correct for porpoising and skipping.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Conclusion

Re-Motivation:
- With a foundation on the requirements to meet certification standards, students can envision a path to certification completion.
Closure:
- The FAA provides test-taking guidance and test guides on its website.
- To learn more about earning the practical test, visit the checkride page.
- Inform students that this lesson will serve as a starting point for the next lesson.
- Advise the student to register for the WINGS program if they have not already done so.
- Advise the student to complete BasicMed if they have not already done so.
- Assign study materials for the next lesson.

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Introduction

Schedule:

Attention Getter:

Motivator:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Materials

Required Materials:

Optional Materials:

Reference Materials:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Instructor Actions

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Guided Scenario(s)

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Student Actions

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Airman Certification Standards

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water and Seaplane Characteristics Knowledge:

PA.I.I.K1:

PA.I.I.K1a:

PA.I.I.K1b:

PA.I.I.K1c:

PA.I.I.K1d:

PA.I.I.K1e:

PA.I.I.K1f:

PA.I.I.K1g:

PA.I.I.K1h:

PA.I.I.K1i:

PA.I.I.K2:

PA.I.I.K3:

PA.I.I.K4:

PA.I.I.K5:

PA.I.I.K6:

PA.I.I.K7:

PA.I.I.K8:

PA.I.I.K9:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water and Seaplane Characteristics Risk Management:

PA.I.I.R1:

PA.I.I.R2:

PA.I.I.R3:

PA.I.I.R4:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water and Seaplane Characteristics Skills:

PA.I.I.S1:

PA.I.I.S2:

PA.I.I.S3:

PA.I.I.S4:

PA.I.I.S5:

PA.I.I.S6:

Private Pilot (Airplane) Water & Seaplane Characteristics Lesson Plan Conclusion

Re-Motivation:

Closure: