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- Chapter 6: Weight and Balance › Weight
following terms are used when computing a helicopter’s weight: • Basic Empty Weight • Maximum Gross Weight • Weight Limitations Basic Empty Weight The starting point for weight computations is the basic empty weight. This is the weight of the standard helicopter…
- Chapter 7: Aircraft Systems › Turbine Engines › Foreign Object Damage (FOD)
utilized. Preflight procedures include a visual inspection for any sign of FOD. Turbine Engine Hot/Hung Start When the EGT exceeds the safe limit of an aircraft, it experiences a “hot start.” This is caused by too much fuel entering…
- Chapter 9: Basic Flight Maneuvers › Hovering—Rearward Flight › Technique
hovering height. 4. Failure to maintain proper rpm. 5. Failure to make sure the area is clear prior to starting the maneuver. Hovering—Rearward Flight Rearward hovering flight may be necessary to move the helicopter to a specific area when ... heading. Due to the limited visibility behind a helicopter, it is important that the area behind the helicopter be cleared before beginning the maneuver. Use of ground personnel is recommended. Technique Before starting rearward hovering flight, pick out two reference…
- Chapter 9: Basic Flight Maneuvers › Hovering Turn › Technique
right turn can be successfully controlled. The opposite applies to helicopters with clockwise rotor systems. In this case, start the turn to the right. Hovering turns should be avoided in winds strong enough to preclude sufficient aft cyclic control ... selected surface reference point when headed downwind. Check the flight manual for the manufacturer’s recommendations for this limitation…
- Chapter 4: Helicopter Components, Sections, and Systems › Electrical Systems
current to the various electrical components of the helicopter. A battery is used mainly for starting the engine. In addition, it permits limited operation of electrical components, such as radios and lights, without the engine running. The battery is also ... from the battery. A charging ammeter indicates that the battery is being charged. This is normal after an engine start since the battery power used in starting is being replaced. After the battery is charged, the ammeter should stabilize near…
- Chapter 9: Basic Flight Maneuvers › Normal Takeoff from a Hover › Technique
takeoff, the pilot should ensure that the proper checklist has been completed and the helicopter systems are within normal limits. During the takeoff, fly a profile that avoids the cross-hatched or shaded areas of the height/velocity diagram. Technique Refer ... from neutral. Flight controls must move freely, and the helicopter should respond normally. Then, visually clear the surrounding area. Start the helicopter moving by smoothly and slowly easing the cyclic forward (position 2). As the helicopter starts to move forward…