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USAF test-pilot trainees add amphibious water landings to qualification training

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U.S. Air Force officers training to become test pilots are now practicing water landings as part of their qualification. Trainees are flying both the Icon A5 and Lake Aircraft LA-4 Buccaneer amphibians, adding a water-landing element to the school’s curriculum.

Discovered 2026-10-19T13:05:01.483550-07:00 | 2026-10-19T13:05:01.483550-07:00

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  • The curriculum expands test-pilot training to include water landings, an operational environment distinct from conventional runway work.
  • Use of both the Icon A5 and Lake LA-4 Buccaneer gives trainees experience in two amphibious aircraft types.

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