HELICOPTER FINALS Flashcards
instrument markings may include
green, red, yellow ranges for the safe operation of the aircraft
green marking indicates
range of continuous operation
red range indicates
maximum or minimum operation allowed
yellow range indicates
caution or transition area
the weight and loading distribution section of the manufacturer’s RFM contains
certified weights and center of gravity (CG)
have direct and important bearing on the safe operation of the rotorcraft
one or more placards
low RPM means
does not produce sufficient lift
high RPM means
may cause structural damage
rotor RPM limitations have
minimum and maximum values
describes operating limitations on the helicopter’s engine
powerplant limitations
powerplant limitations area includes
rpm range, power limitations, operating temperatures, and fuel and oil requirements
when metal main rotor blades are installed, restrict rotor speed to 319 to 324 RPM (6500 to 6600 Engine RPM) during cruise flight.
rotor limitations
rotor limitations does not apply when what are installed
composite main rotor blades
- intentional flight into severe or extreme turbulence is prohibited
- intentional flight into moderate turbulence is not recommended when the report or forecast is based on aircraft above 12,500 pounds gross weight
- intentional flight into thunderstorms is prohibited
turbulence limitations
sideward flight limits and rearward flight limit are
30 knots