Tips To Flying a J-3 Seaplane Flashcards
CARS checklist is used when?
Prior to step taxi and takeoff
CARS stands for
C- Carb Heat Off
A- Area Clear
R- Water Rudder Up
S- Stick Back
Wings level no later than _____ for all approaches
100 feet
_____ the throttle for minor power changes.
“Pressure”
Flying the seaplane is mostly done in reference to ______ and how it “feels” when operating on the water.
Pitch attitudes
What is one of the most common mistakes?
Over controlling
Tip: Apply control ______ versus movement
“Pressure”
If the situation demands, use power __ _______.
As required
Tip to maintain a lane (runway) for takeoff and landing:
Pick out a reference point
Tip to flying over power lines:
Fly over the “poles” to ensure wires are cleared
What is hull speed?
The maximum speed a float can travel across water.
What happens if hull speed is exceeded?
The seaplane will water loop and/or flip over.
When are hull speed risks greatest?
- Landing downwind
* Touching down too fast
When approaching parking area, use the Triple H Checklist:
- Hatch —> Open
- Harness —> Unbuckle
- Headset —> Remove
These characteristics indicate the J3 Cub is approaching a stall
- Slight wing buffeting
- Mushy controls
- Door comes up (if it is down)
