Aviation Dictionary

GLASSY WATER

A calm water surface with no distinguishable surface features, with a glassy or mirror like appearance. Glassy water can deceive a pilot’s depth perception.

Dictionary Term

GLASSY WATER

Definition

A calm water surface with no distinguishable surface features, with a glassy or mirror like appearance. Glassy water can deceive a pilot’s depth perception.

References

Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2024