From the Logbook...Naan Training (pt.4 of 4)

...continued from the previous post.

Because a float-plane's landing and takeoff environment is obviously water, it is hard to get good data on "runway" length, water depth, obstacle locations, and climb out angles.  So, we took the opportunity in Naan to obtain all of that data for future use, with the goal of operating safer in and out of places like Naan.  Above, I am measuring the angle to the trees at the end of the river.  We know that our airplanes climb at 1.5 degrees when fully loaded.  We need to ensure that the obstacles at the end of the river do not exceed that.

I also took the time to point out to Isaac obstacles in the water.  The things poking out of the surface are easy to see.  But, being able to read the water to see the obstacles just inches under the surface is important as well.

Sand and gravel bars are a continual challenge for us in float plane flying.  Knowing where they are located and how wide they are is always helpful to our continued safe operations.

I'm seen here with Pastor Nyunting.  He is a faithful servant of God and always ready to help us out.  It's a pleasure to get to know him deeper every time I'm in Naan and continue to partner together.  Thanks to Isaac Rogers for many of these photos in the previous 4 posts.  Having another "photo-dork" like me on the program has turned out to have some fun perks.