Instrument Rating – Helicopter › VII. Emergency Operations › Task B. Instrument Approach and Landing with an Inoperative Engine (Simulated) (Multiengine Helicopter Only)

IH.VII.B.S2

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Use flight controls and configure the helicopter as required to maintain best performance or as recommended by the manufacturer.

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Helicopter Flying Handbook p. 11-4
Chapter 11: Helicopter Emergencies and Hazards › Autorotation › Technique (How to Practice)
normal idling speed, but not high enough to cause rejoining of the needles. See the RFM for the manufacturer's recommendations for autorotation rate of descent. At position 2, adjust attitude with cyclic to obtain the manufacturer’s recommended autorotation ... straight down in front of the aircraft. Continually crosscheck attitude, trim, rotor rpm, and airspeed. At the altitude recommended by the manufacturer (position 3), begin the flare with aft cyclic to reduce forward airspeed and decrease the rate of descent…
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge p. 7-7
Chapter 7: Aircraft Systems › Adjustable-Pitch Propeller
overstress the cylinders by being constantly aware of the rpm, especially when increasing the manifold pressure. Consult the manufacturer’s recommendations for power settings of a particular engine to maintain the proper relationship between manifold pressure and rpm. When both ... manifold pressure, and avoid operation at maximum rpm and low manifold pressure. The engine and/or airframe manufacturer’s recommendations should be followed to prevent severe wear, fatigue, and damage to high-performance reciprocating engines…
Instrument Flying Handbook p. 9-30
Chapter 9: Navigation Systems › Advanced Technologies › GPS Instrument Approaches
approved by ATC using the GPS title, such as “GPS RWY 24” or “RNAV RWY 35.” Using the manufacturer’s recommended procedures, the desired approach and the appropriate IAF are selected from the GPS receiver database. Pilots should…
Instrument Flying Handbook p. 7-56
Chapter 7, Section II: Airplane Basic Flight Maneuvers › Turns › Unusual Attitude Recovery Protection
AHRS and ADC failure. In this failure scenario, there are no indications of the aircraft’s attitude. The manufacturer recommends turning on the autopilot, which is simply a wing leveler. With a failure of the primary instrumentation…
Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge p. 7-5
Chapter 7: Aircraft Systems › Fixed-Pitch Propeller
denoting the maximum continuous operating rpm. Some tachometers have additional markings to reflect engine and/or propeller limitations. The manufacturer’s recommendations should be used as a reference to clarify any misunderstanding of tachometer markings. The rpm is regulated…
Seaplane, Skiplane, and Float/Ski Equipped Helicopter Operations Handbook p. 7-4
STARTING
manufacturer’s recommendation for starting the engine when ambient temperatures are below freezing. Batteries require special consideration. In cold climates a strong, fully charged battery is needed. With just a little cold-soaking, the engine may require three times ... prior to a runup and high power settings. Perform the warmup according to the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Some manufacturers recommend a minimum of 1,000 r.p.m. to ensure adequate lubrication. If the skiplane is parked on heavily crusted snow…