Flight Instructor for Airplane CategoryFAA-S-ACS-25
Area of Operation XIV
Postflight Procedures
2 Tasks
Task A After Landing, Parking, and Securing (ASEL, AMEL)
References
FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-3, FAA-H-8083-9, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM
Objective
To determine the applicant understands after landing, parking, and securing procedures, can apply that knowledge, manage associated risks, demonstrate appropriate skills, and provide effective instruction.
Knowledge
Airplane shutdown, securing, and postflight inspection.
Documenting in-flight/postflight discrepancies.
Common errors related to this Task.
Risk Management
Activities and distractions.
Airport specific security procedures.
Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp.
Skills
Park in an appropriate area, considering the safety of nearby persons and property.
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.
Secure the airplane.
Analyze and correct common errors related to this Task.
Task B Seaplane Post-Landing Procedures (ASES, AMES)
References
FAA-H-8083-2, FAA-H-8083-9, FAA-H-8083-23, FAA-H-8083-25; POH/AFM
Objective
To determine the applicant understands anchoring, docking, mooring, and ramping/beaching, can apply that knowledge, manage associated risks, demonstrate appropriate skills, and provide effective instruction.
Knowledge
Mooring.
Docking.
Anchoring.
Beaching/ramping.
Postflight inspection, recording of in-flight/postflight discrepancies.
Common errors related to this Task.
Risk Management
Activities and distractions.
Seaplane base specific security procedures, if applicable.
Disembarking passengers safely on the ramp and monitoring passenger movement while on the ramp.
Skills
If 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.
If 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.
Complete the appropriate checklist(s).
Conduct a postflight inspection and document discrepancies and servicing requirements, if any.
Secure the seaplane considering the effect of wind, waves, and changes in water level, or comply with applicable after landing, parking, and securing procedures if operating an amphibious airplane on land.
Analyze and correct common errors related to this Task.