Rotor Brake Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the rotor brake?
A
Holds rotor during engine starts, both at IDLE, and help with shutdown
2
Q
What activates the ROTOR BRAKE caution?
A
When pressure is applied to the rotor brake accumulator
3
Q
Where is the rotor brake mounted?
A
On the tail drive shaft output of the MGB
4
Q
Where does the rotor brake receive hyd fluid?
A
From the hydraulic servicing reservoir (coffee can)
5
Q
What is the gust lock?
A
It is part of the blade indexing unit to help with auto blade fold
Primary function is to lock the rotor brake at indexed position to keep it from turning inadvertently