Sport Pilot for Helicopter - Simplified Flight Controls › VIII. Emergency Operations › Task H. Dynamic Rollover

SH.VIII.H.R4

Risk management

Sideward hover.

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Helicopter Flying Handbook p. 9-9
Chapter 9: Basic Flight Maneuvers › Hovering—Sideward Flight › Technique
maintain desired hovering height. 4. Failure to maintain proper rpm. 5. Failure to maintain alignment with direction of travel. Hovering—Sideward Flight Sideward hovering flight may be necessary to move the helicopter to a specific area when conditions make ... forward flight. During the maneuver, a constant groundspeed, altitude, and heading should be maintained. Technique Before starting sideward hovering flight, ensure the area for the hover is clear, especially at the tail rotor. Constantly monitor hover height and tail rotor…
Helicopter Flying Handbook p. 11-11
Chapter 11: Helicopter Emergencies and Hazards › Dynamic Rollover
remove a tie down or skid-securing device, or if the skid or wheel contacts a fixed object while hovering sideward, or if the gear is stuck in ice, soft asphalt, or mud. Dynamic rollover may also occur…
Helicopter Flying Handbook p. 9-10
Chapter 9: Basic Flight Maneuvers › Taxiing › Air Taxi
operating below 25 feet above ground level (AGL). [Figure 9-9] Since hover taxi is just like forward, sideward, or rearward hovering flight, the technique to perform it is not presented here. Air Taxi An air taxi is preferred when…
Helicopter Flying Handbook p. 9-10
Chapter 9: Basic Flight Maneuvers › Hovering—Rearward Flight › Technique
necessary to move the helicopter to a specific area when the situation is such that forward or sideward hovering flight cannot be used. During the maneuver, maintain a constant groundspeed, altitude, and heading. Due to the limited visibility behind…