Helicopter Maneuvers Manual

A step-by-step illustrated guide to performing all helicopter flight operations

Ryan Dale

• Publisher: Aviation Supplies & Academics, Inc.
• Year: 2014
• ISBN:
  9781560279075
• Topic: Technology & Engineering
• Subtopic: Aviation
• Index: Technology & Engineering

Providing a detailed look at helicopter maneuvers, the information in this guide helps to solidify concepts gained from flight training in a student pilot's mind by incorporating the Practical Test Standards into every maneuver description. The graphical and textual explanations work in conjunction with an instructor's lessons, allowing students to prepare before sessions and to review afterwards as well.There are many guides to flight maneuvers and how to fly them in airplanes but none specifically made for helicopters, and not in the complete and fully color-illustrated way as presented in "Helicopter Maneuvers Manual." This handbook will be of immense help to flight instructors teaching helicopter maneuvers, following the FAA's practical test standards for certification of helicopter pilots. This book not only helps in training but can also be used for reference throughout the helicopter pilot's flight career. It provides readers with a crystal-clear picture of what level of performance is expected of them every step and includes insights into the common errors associated with each move.

GROUND OPERATIONS

Preflight Inspection

Purpose

The pilot is the final authority in determining the airworthiness of the helicopter. This can be accomplished by conducting a visual inspection of the aircraft and aircraft documents.

Description

Prior to a visual inspection, check the maintenance logs to ensure compliance with:

• Annual inspections (once every 12 calendar months)

• Pitot-static/transponder Inspections (once every 24 calendar months)

• Airworthiness directives

• 100-hour inspections (if required)

• Oil changes (if required)

• Minimum equipment lists (MEL) (if associated with the helicopter)

After inspecting the maintenance records, proceed to the aircraft and ensure that the required paperwork is on board prior to flight. The acronym ARROW is a great tool to help you remember what is required:

Airworthiness Certificate

Registration Certificate

Radio Station License (required when flying outside the US)

Operating Handbook—Pilot’s Operating Handbook (POH) or Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM)

Weight and Balance—This includes an equipment list specific to the helicopter

Now is a good time to check the fuel level so additional fuel can be ordered if necessary. After filling the tank, allow time for the fuel to settle and any contaminants that might be present to sink to the bottom before checking the fuel quality.

Main Rotor Transmission Access

Cowl doors........Open

Static source........Check

Master switch........On

Warning lights........Check

Fuel gauge........Check quantity

Master switch........Off

Fuel quantity/cap........Confirm and secure

M/R transmission bolts and mounts........Secure, check for slippage

M/R trans: oil level, Telatemp........Check

M/R trans: chip detector........Wiring and safety

Upper frame assembly........Check for bends, cracks; secure

T/R push-pull tube........Check condition, secure; check travel, play

Forward flex coupling........Check bolts for slippage, cracks

Middle flex coupling........Check bolts for slippage, cracks

Clutch actuator bearing and Telatemp........Check condition

T/R bell crank........Secure; check travel, play

V-belts and pulley........Check condition

Wiring harness........Check condition and secure

Sheet metal structures........Inspect rivets; check for wrinkles and cracks

Cowl door........Closed

Engine Area—Right Side

Left magneto........Check condition and secure

Starter relay........Secure, insulators

Lower frame assembly........Bends, cracks, secure

Engine (general)........Leaks, cracks, secure

Oil cooler and lines........Check condition and secure

Oil cooler access........Clear

Starter, ring gear........Check condition, secure

Lower sheave bearing, Telatemp........Check condition

Fan and scroll........Check condition, secure

Tail Cone/Rotor

Attaching points........Bolts, cracks, slippage

Antenna, strobe........Check condition, secure

Tail cone (right side)........Check condition, rivets

Strobe light........Check condition, secure

Stabilizers, stinger........Check condition, c...