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BELL 412 PILOT TRAINING MANUAL VOLUME 1

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TRAINING
MANUAL
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VOLUME 1—OPERATIONAL INFORMATION

CONTENTS

EXPANDED CHECKLIST
Normal Procedures
Emergency/Malfunction Procedures
LIMITATIONS
MANEUVERS AND PROCEDURES
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
PERFORMANCE
CRM
MASTER WARNING SYSTEM
SYSTEMS REVIEW

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CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................ EC-1
Introduction.............................................................................. EC-1
Operating Limitations .............................................................. EC-1
Flight Planning......................................................................... EC-1
Preflight Check ........................................................................ EC-2
PREFLIGHT GENERAL—
NORMAL PROCEDURES ............................................................... EC-4
Before Exterior Check ............................................................. EC-4
Exterior Check ......................................................................... EC-7
Interior Check ........................................................................ EC-23

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ILLUSTRATION
Figure Title Page
EC-1 Preflight Check Sequence ............................................... EC-3

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GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
This section contains instructions and procedures for operating the helicopter
from the planning stage, through actual flight conditions, to securing the he-
licopter after landing.

Normal and standard conditions are assumed in these procedures. Pertinent


data in other sections is referenced when applicable.

The instructions and procedures contained herein are written for the purpose
of standardization and are not applicable to all situations.

OPERATING LIMITATIONS
The minimum and maximum limits, and the normal and cautionary operat-
ing ranges for the helicopter and its subsystems are indicated by instrument
markings and placards.

Anytime an operating limitation is exceeded, an appropriate entry shall be


made in the helicopter logbook. The entry shall state which limit was exceeded,
the duration of time, the extreme value attained, and any additional information
essential in determining the maintenance action required.

These instrument markings and placards represent careful aerodynamic cal-


culations that are substantiated by flight test data.

Refer to Limitations and Specifications chapter for a detailed explanation of


each operating limitation.

FLIGHT PLANNING
Each flight should be planned adequately to ensure safe operations and to pro-
vide the pilot with the data to be used during flight.

Essential weight and balance, and performance information should be com-


piled as follows:

• Check type of flight to be performed and destination.

• Select appropriate performance charts (see Performance chapter).

Takeoff and Landing Data


Refer to the RFM Limitations chapter for Takeoff and Landing Weight Limits,
and to the Performance chapter for Takeoff and Landing Distance Information.

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Weight and Balance


Determine proper weight and balance of the helicopter as follows:

• Consult the “Weight and Balance” section of the Rotocraft Flight


Manual for instructions (see Weight and Balance chapter of this manual).

• Compute takeoff and anticipated landing gross weight, check helicopter


(CG) locations, and ascertain weight of fuel, oil, payload, etc.

• Check that loading limitations listed in the Limitations chapter have


not been exceeded.

PREFLIGHT CHECK
The pilot is responsible for determining whether the helicopter is in condi-
tion for safe flight. Refer to Figure EC-1 for preflight check sequence.

NOTE
The pilot walkaround and interior checks are outlined
in the following procedures. The preflight check is
not intended to be a detailed mechanical inspection, but
simply a guide to help the pilot check the condition of
the helicopter. It may be made as comprehensive as
conditions warrant at the discretion of the pilot.

All areas checked shall include a visual check for ev-


idence of corrosion, particularly when helicopter is
flown near or over salt water or in areas of high
industrial emissions.

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Figure EC-1. Preflight Check Sequence

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PREFLIGHT GENERAL—NORMAL PROCEDURES


BEFORE EXTERIOR CHECK
1. Flight Planning .................................................................... COMPLETED

2. Gross Weight and CG............................................................... COMPUTE

Refer to the Weight and Balance section in the Rotocraft Flight Manual.

3. Publications .............................................................................. CHECKED

4. Portable Fire Extinguishers ................................................... CONDITION


AND SECURITY

5. Fuel Sumps ..................................................................................... DRAIN

Samples as follows:

a. FUEL TRANS Switches................................................................. OFF

b. BOOST PUMP Switches ................................................................ OFF

c. FUEL Switches ............................................................................... OFF

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c. BAT BUS 1 Switch........................................................................... ON

d. Fuel Sump Drain


Buttons (left and right) —Aft/Middle/Forward .................... DEPRESS

6. Fuel Filters ...................................................................................... DRAIN

Before first flight of day, as follows:

a. BOOST PUMP Switches.................................................................. ON

b. FUEL Switches................................................................................. ON

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c. Fuel Filter (left and right) ....................................... DRAIN SAMPLES

d. FUEL Switches ............................................................................... OFF

e. BOOST PUMP Switches ................................................................ OFF

412SP, HP, EP 412

f. BAT BUS 1 Switch ......................................................................... OFF

g. Main and tail rotor blade tie down.....................REMOVE AND STOW

h. Pitot tube cover(s)..............................................REMOVE AND STOW

i. No. 1 and 2 engine air intake covers..................REMOVE AND STOW

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EXTERIOR CHECK

WARNING

IF HELICOPTER HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO SNOW


OR ICING CONDITIONS, SNOW AND ICE SHALL
BE REMOVED PRIOR TO FLIGHT.

Fuselage—Front
1. Cabin Nose ............................................................................ CONDITION

All glass clean; wipers stowed.

2. Remote Hydraulic Filter Bypass Indicator ................... CHECK (GREEN)

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3. Circuit Breakers....................................................................... CHECK (IN)

Transmission Chip
Detector Indicators ........................................................................ CHECK

4. Pitot Tube(s) ........................................................ COVER(S) REMOVED;

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UNOBSTRUCTED

5. Static Ports (left and right)........................................... UNOBSTRUCTED

6. Rotor Blade (forward) ................... CONDITIONS AND CLEANLINESS

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7. Cabin Nose Ventilators ................................................ UNOBSTRUCTED

8. Nose Compartment....................................................................... SECURE

9. Battery Vent and Drain Tubes...................................... UNOBSTRUCTED

10. Searchlight and Landing Light ................................................... STOWED

11. Antennas ...................................................................... CONDITION AND


SECURITY

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Fuselage—Cabin left side


1. Copilot Door......................................... CONDITION AND OPERATION

Glass clean. Check security of emergency release handles.

..2.
Position Lights...............................
CONDITION

3. Passenger Door..................................... CONDITION AND OPERATION

Glass clean. Condition of pop-out windows.

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4. Landing Gear......................................................................... CONDITION


Handling wheels removed.

5. Passenger Step (if installed) .................... CONDITION AND SECURITY

Fuselage—Aft left side


1. No. 1 Engine Compartment ........................................................... CHECK
2. No. 1 Engine Oil Level ........................... VERIFY ACTUAL PRESENCE
OF OIL IN SIGHT GAGE
Visually check oil level and filler cap
3. N2 Governor Spring ................................................ CHECK CONDITION

4. Engine Fire Extinguisher ............................................... CHECK BOTTLE


PRESSURE GAGE AND
TEMPERATURE RANGE

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5. Combining Gearbox Filter ............................................. CHECK BYPASS


INDICATOR RETRACTED

6. Oil Cooler Blower........................................................ UNOBSTRUCTED

7. Avionics Compartment .......................... SECURITY OF COMPONENTS


8. Access Doors and Engine Cowling ........................................... SECURED
9. Rotor Blade (left)............................. CONDITION AND CLEANLINESS

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10. Drain Lines ........................................................................... CLEAN AND


UNOBSTRUCTED

12. Engine Exhaust Ejectors ........................................ COVERS REMOVED;


UNOBSTRUCTED

13. Oil Coolers................................................................... UNOBSTRUCTED

Tailboom
1. Tailboom .............................................................................. CONDITION;
ACCESS COVERS
SECURED

2. Tail Rotor Driveshaft Covers..................................................... SECURED

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CAUTION
Do not bend elevator trailing edge tab.

3. Elevator........................................................................ CONDITION AND


SECURITY
Check for spring condition by moving elevator toward the leading edge
down position.

4. Tail Rotor (90°) Gearbox ............................................. VERIFY ACTUAL


PRESENCE OF OIL
IN SIGHT GAGE
Visually check oil level. Check filler cap, and chip detector plug for security.

5. Tail Rotor Blade............................... CONDITION AND CLEANLINESS


6. Tail Rotor .......................................................... CONDITION AND FREE
MOVEMENT ON
FLAPPING AXIS

7. Tail Rotor Yoke ...................................... CONDITION OF STATIC STOP


Evidence of static stop contact damage (deformed static stop yield indicator).

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8. Rotor Blade (aft) .............................. CONDITION AND CLEANLINESS


9. Tail Skid....................................................................... CONDITION AND
SECURITY

10. Intermediate (42°) gearbox .......................................... VERIFY ACTUAL


PRESENCE OF OIL
IN SIGHT GAGE
Visually check oil level. Check filler cap and chip detector plug for security.

11. Elevator........................................................................ CONDITION AND


SECURITY

12. Tailboom................................................................................ CONDITION

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13. Baggage Compartment.............................................. CARGO SECURED;


SMOKE DETECTOR
CONDITION;
DOOR SECURED

Fuselage—Aft Right Side


1. Rotor Blade (right) .................................................. REMOVE TIEDOWN

Visually check condition and cleanliness.

2. Aft Compartment ........................................................................... CHECK


UNOBSTRUCTED

3. Tail Rotor Actuator ........................................................................ CHECK

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4. Engine Fire Extinguisher ............................................... CHECK BOTTLE


PRESSURE GAGE AND
TEMPERATURE RANGE

5. Combining Gearbox Oil Level..................................... VERIFY ACTUAL


PRESENCE OF OIL
IN SIGHT GAGE

6. Oil Cooler Blower........................................................ UNOBSTRUCTED

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7. No. 2 Engine Compartment ........................................................... CHECK

8. No. 2 Engine Oil Level ................................................ VERIFY ACTUAL


PRESENCE OF OIL
IN SIGHT GAGE

Visually check oil level and filler cap.

9. Access Doors and


Engine Cowling......................................................................... SECURED

10. Fuel Filler .................................................................. VISUALLY CHECK


QUANTITY; SECURED

Fuselage—Cabin Right Side


1. Passenger Door ............................................................ CONDITION AND
OPERATION

Glass clean. Condition of pop-out windows.

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2. Transmission Oil .......................................................... VERIFY ACTUAL


PRESENCE OF OIL
IN SIGHT GAGE

Visually check oil level.

3. Position Lights....................................................................... CONDITION

4. Landing Gear......................................................................... CONDITION

Handling wheels removed.

5. Passenger Step (if installed) ........................................ CONDITION AND


SECURITY

6. Pilot Door .................................................................... CONDITION AND


SECURITY

Glass clean. Check security of emergency release handles.

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Cabin Top
1. Hub and Sleeve Assembly ............................................................. CHECK
CONDITION

2. Swashplate, Support Assembly


and Collective Lever ...................................................................... CHECK
CONDITION

3. Main Rotor Pitch Links .................................................. SECURITY AND


CONDITION

4. Main Rotor Hub ................................................................... CHECK AND


GENERAL CONDITION

a. Mast Retaining Nut .............................................................. SECURED


b. Yoke Assembly ..................................................................CONDITION

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c. Pitch Horns..................................................................SECURITY AND


CONDITION

d. Elastomeric Bearings,
Lead-Lag Dampers................................................ CHECK GENERAL
CONDITIONS

e. Blade Retention Bolts ............................................... SECURITY AND


PROPER LATCHING

f. Droop Restrainers ...................................................... SECURITY AND


CONDITION

g. Simple Pendulum
Absorbers (if installed) ............................................. SECURITY AND
CONDITION

5. Rotor Blades .............................................................. VISUALLY CHECK


CONDITION AND
CLEANLINESS

6. Main Driveshaft and Coupling ......................................CONDITION AND


SECURITY WHERE
VISIBLE

Condition, security, and grease leakage. Check Temp-Plates (four places


each coupling) for evidence of elevated temperature indicated by dot
changing color to black.

CAUTION
IF ANY TEMP-PLATE IS MISSING OR HAS BLACK
DOTS, MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL SHALL AS-
SIST IN DETERMINING AIRWORTHINESS.

7. Transmission Oil Filler Cap ...................................................... SECURED

8. No.1 and No.2


Hydraulic Reservoirs ................................................. VISUALLY CHECK
FLUID LEVELS;
CAPS SECURED

9. Antenna(s) ................................................................... CONDITION AND


SECURITY

10. Combining Gearbox


Oil Filler Cap............................................................................. SECURED

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11. Anticollision Light....................................................... CONDITION AND


SECURITY

12. No. 1 and No. 2


Engine Air Intakes.................................................. COVERS REMOVED;
UNOBSTRUCTED

Check particle separator doors closed.

13. Engine and Transmission Cowling............................................ SECURED

14. Fresh Air Inlet Screen.................................................. UNOBSTRUCTED

15. Rotor Brake Reservoir Cap ...................................................... SECURITY

INTERIOR CHECK
1. Cabin Interior.................................................................... CLEANLINESS
AND SECURITY
OF EQUIPMENT

2. Cargo and Baggage


(if applicable) ............................................................ CHECK SECURITY

3. Protective Breathing
Equipment (if installed) ............................................... CONDITION AND
PROPERLY SERVICED

NOTE
Opening or removing doors shifts helicopter center
of gravity and reduces V NE . Refer to Weight and
Balance section in the Rotocraft Flight Manual (RFM)
and to Doors Open or Removed in the RFM
Limitations section.

4. Passenger Doors ........................................................................ SECURED

Go to the aircraft specific section of


this chapter to complete checklist.

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NORMAL PROCEDURES—412SP
CONTENTS
Page
INTERIOR CHECK ................................................................... NP-SP-1
Prestart Check ................................................................... NP-SP-1
Engine Starting .................................................................. NP-SP-5
Engine 1 Start .................................................................... NP-SP-5
Engine 2 Start .................................................................... NP-SP-8
False Start........................................................................ NP-SP-10
Systems Checks............................................................... NP-SP-11
BEFORE TAKEOFF ................................................................ NP-SP-21
Power Assurance Check.................................................. NP-SP-22
TAKEOFF................................................................................. NP-SP-23
IN-FLIGHT OPERATION ....................................................... NP-SP-24
Maneuvering with AFCS in SAS Mode.......................... NP-SP-24
Maneuvering with AFCS in ATT Mode.......................... NP-SP-24
BEFORE LANDING................................................................ NP-SP-24
AFTER LANDING .................................................................. NP-SP-25
ENGINE SHUTDOWN............................................................ NP-SP-26
AFTER EXITING HELICOPTER ........................................... NP-SP-28

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NORMAL PROCEDURES—412SP
INTERIOR CHECK
PRESTART CHECK
1. Seat and Pedals ............................................................................. ADJUST

2. Seatbelt and Shoulder Harness............................................ FASTEN AND


ADJUST

3. Shoulder Harness Inertia


Reel and Lock ................................................................................ CHECK

4. Directional Control Pedals......................................... CHECK FREEDOM


OF MOVEMENT
Position for engine start.

5. Flight Controls..................................................... POSITION FOR START


Friction as desired.

6. Transmission Chip
Detector Indicators......................................................................... CHECK
Reset if required.

7. Collective Switches .............................................................................. OFF

8. Lower Pedestal Circuit Breakers............................................................. IN

9. Radio Equipment.................................................................................. OFF

10. COMPASS CONTROL


Switch(es) ............................................................................ MAG (SLAVE
POSITION)

11. FUEL INTCON Switch................................................................... NORM

12. FUEL TRANS Switches ...................................................................... OFF

13. BOOST PUMP Switches ..................................................................... OFF

14. FUEL XFEED Switch ..................................................................... NORM

15. ENGINE 1 and ENGINE 2 FUEL Switches........................................ OFF

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16. PART SEP Switches ..........................................................................NORM

17. ENGINE 1 and


ENGINE 2 GOV Switches ............................................................... AUTO

18. HYDR SYS NO. 1 and


NO. 2 Switches ...................................................................................... ON

19. STEP Switch (if installed) .................................................... AS DESIRED

20. FORCE TRIM Switch ............................................................ ON, COVER


DOWN

21. Instruments ...................................................................... STATIC CHECK

22. STATIC SOURCE


Switch (if installed) ............................................................................... PRI

23. APPROACH PLATE and


MAP LIGHT Knob(s) .......................................................................... OFF

24. AUX SYS PITOT and


STATIC Switches (if installed)........................................................ NORM

25. Altimeter(s) ............................................................................................SET

26. Clock ....................................................................... SET AND RUNNING

27. FIRE EXT Switch ................................................................................ OFF

28. FIRE PULL Handles ........................................................ IN (FORWARD)

29. AFT DOME LIGHT


Rheostat and Switch............................................................................. OFF

30. PITOT STATIC


HEATERS Switch ................................................................................ OFF

31. WIPERS Switches................................................................................ OFF

32. CARGO RELEASE


Switch (if installed) .............................................................................. OFF

33. HEATER Switch .................................................................................. OFF

34. AFT OUTLET Switch.......................................................................... OFF

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35. VENT BLOWER Switch ..................................................................... OFF

36. EMERG LT Switch (if installed) ................................................. DISARM

37. STBY ATT Switch (if installed) ........................................................ TEST

Check standby attitude instrument light illuminates and OFF flag retracts
momentarily, then switch OFF.

38. WSHLD HEAT


Switches (if installed)........................................................................... OFF

39. Overhead Circuit Breakers ...................................................................... IN

40. All LT Rheostats................................................................................... OFF

41. UTILITY LIGHT Switch..................................................................... OFF

42. POSITION Light.................................................................................. OFF

43. ANTI COLL Light................................................................................. ON

44. EMERG LOAD Switch.............................................................. NORMAL

45. NON-ESNTL BUS Switch .......................................... SPRING-LOADED


TO NORMAL

46. INV 1 and 2 Switches .......................................................................... OFF

47. GEN 1 and 2 Switches ......................................................................... OFF

NOTE
If external power is used—CONNECT (1,000 amps
maximum). Check 27 ± 1 Volts DC; adjust power
source if required.

48. BATTERY Switches


(BUS 1 and BUS 2) ............................................................................... ON

Check BATTERY caution light illuminates.

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NOTE
Test operate all lights when night flights are planned
or anticipated. Accomplish light tests with external
power connected or during engine runup.

49. ROTOR BRAKE Lights..................................................................... TEST


Pull brake ON and check that both caution lights illuminate; return to OFF
and check lights extinguish.

NOTE
Rotor brake shall be off at all times when engines
are running.

50. FIRE 1 and 2 Warning


Lights Test Button........................................................... PRESS TO TEST

51. BAGGAGE FIRE Warning


Light Test Button ............................................................ PRESS TO TEST
Verify light flashes.

52. CYC CTR Caution Lights............................................... PRESS TO TEST

53. Caution Panel TEST Switch ................................................................ PNL


All segments extinguish except CAUTION PANEL.

54. Caution Panel TEST Switch ................................................................... LT


All segments illuminate.

55. Caution Panel RESET Button.......................................................... PRESS


MASTER CAUTION light extinguishes.

56. FUEL SYS Test Switch ......................................................... FWD TANK,


THEN MID TANK
Note digital and needle indications.

57. FUEL SYS DIGITS


TEST Button.................................................................................... PRESS

Digital display reads 888.

58. INV 1 and 2 Switches ............................................................................ ON

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ENGINE STARTING
NOTE
If the helicopter has been cold soaked in ambient
temperatures of -18°C (0°F) or less, both throttles will
be difficult to move and follow through coupling
may be increased.

1. Throttles ..................................................................... ROTATE ENGINE 1


THROTTLE FULL OPEN
THEN BACK AGAINST
FLIGHT IDLE STOP

Actuate ENG 1 IDLE STOP release, roll engine 1 throttle to full closed,
then apply friction as desired. Repeat procedure using engine 2 throttle
and ENG 2 IDLE STOP release.

NOTE
When either IDLE STOP release is activated, the ap-
propriate idle stop plunger will not release if pressure
is applied toward the closed position of the throttle.

Moderate frictions should be applied to overcome follow-through


coupling between throttles.

2. RPM INCR/DECR Switch.........................................................DECR FOR


8 SECONDS

NOTE
Either engine may be restarted first; however, the fol-
lowing procedure is provided for starting engine 1 first.

ENGINE 1 START
1. Engine 1 FUEL TRANS Switch............................................................ ON

Check No. 1 FUEL TRANS caution light extinguished.

2. Engine 1 BOOST PUMP Switch........................................................... ON

Check No. 1 FUEL BOOST light extinguished.

3. Engine 1 FUEL Switch.......................................................................... ON

FUEL VALVE caution light will illuminate momentarily.

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4. Engine 1 FUEL
PRESS Indicator ............................................................................ CHECK

5. Rotor............................................................................................... CLEAR

CAUTION
Prolonged exposure to ambient temperatures of 0°C
(32°F) or less may freeze moisture in the engine fuel
control system. Monitor ENG RPM (N 2 ) during cold
weather starting for overspeed. If an overspeed ap-
pears imminent, abort start and close throttle to the
OFF position.

6. START Switch .............................................................. ENG 1 POSITION

Observe starter limitations

7. Engine 1 ENGINE OIL Pressure.......................................... INDICATING

8. Engine 1 Throttle................................................ OPEN TO IDLE AT 12%


GAS PROD RPM
(N1) MINIMUM

9. Engine 1 ITT....................................................................... MONITOR TO


AVOID HOT START

Maximum ITT during start is 1090°C, not to exceed two seconds above
960°C. If ITT continues to rise, abort start by activating idle stop
release and rolling throttle fully closed. Starter should remain engaged
until ITT decreases. Do not attempt restart until corrective maintenance
has been accomplished.

NOTE
If engine fails to start, refer to False Start proce-
dures, this section.

10. Collective Pitch ......................................................... LOWER AS ROTOR


RPM INCREASES

CAUTION
If stick centering indicator system is inoperative, ground
operation shall be conducted at 97% rotor rpm or above.

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NOTE
On side slopes greater than five degrees, disregard CYC
CTR caution lights and position cyclic, as required.

11. Cyclic .................................................................................. POSITION AS


NECESSARY
Position to extinguish CYC CTR caution lights.

NOTE
CYC CTR caution lights are inhibited between 95 and
105% rotor rpm.

12. START Switch .............................................................. OFF AT 55% GAS


PROD RPM (N1)

13. GAS PROD..................................................... CHECK 61± 1% RPM (N1)

Check when throttle is on flight idle stop.

NOTE
During extremely cold ambient temperatures, idle
rpm will be high and the ENGINE, XMSN, and GEAR-
BOX OIL pressures may exceed maximum limits for
up to two minutes after starting. Warm up shall be con-
ducted at 77 to 85% rotor rpm at flat pitch.

NOTE
Do not increase ROTOR above 85% rpm until XMSN
OIL temperature is above 15˚C.

14. Engine, Transmission and


Gearbox Oil Pressures.................................................................... CHECK

15. Engine 1 PART SEP


OFF Caution Light......................................................................... CHECK
EXTINGUISHED

CAUTION
During rpm increase, any abnormal increase in one-
per-rev vibration may indicate one or more main
rotor droop restrainers failed to disengage from static
position. Verify proper operation prior to flight.

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16. Engine 1 Throttle.............................................. INCREASE TO 77 to 85%


ENG RPM (N2)

Friction as desired.

NOTE
For ground operation, maintain ROTOR RPM within
allowable range. Higher minimum ROTOR RPM re-
duces blade flapping.

17. ROTOR RPM .............................. MAINTAIN 77 TO 85%, AS DESIRED

CAUTION
If external power is used, proceed to engine 2 start.
If battery was used, proceed as follows:

18. GEN 1 Switch ........................................................................................ ON

19. AMPS 1 Indicator .......................................................................... CHECK

Check at or below 150 amps.

ENGINE 2 START
1. Engine 2 FUEL TRANS Switch............................................................ ON

Check No. 2 FUEL TRANS caution light extinguished.

2. Engine 2 BOOST PUMP Switch........................................................... ON

Check No. 2 FUEL BOOST light out (FUEL XFEED caution light will
illuminate momentarily).

3. Engine 2 FUEL Switch.......................................................................... ON

FUEL VALVE caution light will illuminate momentarily.

4. Engine 2 FUEL PRESS Indicator .................................................. CHECK

5. START Switch .............................................................. ENG 2 POSITION

Observe starter limitations.

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6. Engine 2 ENGINE OIL Pressure.......................................... INDICATING

7. Engine 2 Throttle................................................ OPEN TO IDLE AT 12%


GAS PROD RPM
(N1) MINIMUM

8. Engine 2 ITT ............................................................................. MONITOR

Observe ITT limitations.

9. START Switch .............................................................. OFF AT 55% GAS


PROD RPM (N1)

10. GAS PROD .................................................... CHECK 61± 1% RPM (N1)

Check when engine 2 throttle is on idle stop.

CAUTION
Ensure second engine engages as throttle is increased.
A nonengaged engine indicates 10 to 15% higher
ENG rpm (N 2 ) than the engaged engine and near zero
torque. If a nonengagement occurs, close the throt-
tle of the nonengaged engine. When the nonengaged
engine has stopped, shut down the engaged engine.

CAUTION
If a sudden (hard) engagement occurs, shut down
both engines. Maintenance action is required.

11. Engine 2 Throttle ................................................INCREASE SLOWLY TO


MATCH ENGINE 1 N2 RPM

Monitor tachometer and torquemeter to verify the engagement of


second engine.

12. Engine 2 Engine Oil Pressure ........................................................ CHECK

13. ENG 2 PART SEP


OFF Caution Light......................................................................... CHECK
EXTINGUISHED

NOTE
If external power was used—disconnect. GEN 1
Switch—ON

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14. GEN 2 Switch ......................................................................................... ON

BATTERY BUS 1 will switch OFF automatically.

NOTE
Only one BATTERY BUS switch (1 or 2) should
remain on with both generators operating.

15. Caution Lights....................................................................... CHECK ALL


EXTINGUISHED
(EXCEPT AFCS)

16. Engine, Transmission and


Gearbox Oil Temperatures
and Pressures .................................................................. WITHIN LIMITS

17. AMPS 1 and 2 ................................................................ WITHIN LIMITS

NOTE
AMPS 2 will indicate a higher load than AMPS 1
until battery is fully charged.

18. Radios......................................................................... ON AS REQUIRED

19. ELT (if installed) ................................................................... CHECK FOR


INADVERTENT
TRANSMISSION

FALSE START
Attempted Engine Start With No Light Off
When the engine fails to light off within 15 seconds after the throttle has been
opened to idle, the following action is recommended:

1. IDLE STOP Release .................................................................. ACTUATE

2. Throttle ........................................................................... FULLY CLOSED

3. Starter.................................................................................... DISENGAGE

4. FUEL Switch........................................................................................ OFF

5. BOOST PUMP Switch......................................................................... OFF

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After GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ) has decreased to zero, allow 30 seconds for fuel
to drain from engine. Conduct a DRY MOTORING RUN before attempting
another start.

Dry Motoring Run


The following procedure is used to clear an engine whenever it is deemed nec-
essary to remove internally trapped fuel and vapor:

1. Throttle ........................................................................... FULLY CLOSED

2. BOOST PUMP Switch .......................................................................... ON

3. FUEL Switch ......................................................................................... ON

4. IGN Circuit Breaker ................................................................. PULL OUT

5. Starter ................................................................................. ENGAGE FOR


15 SECONDS,
THEN DISENGAGE

6. FUEL Switch........................................................................................ OFF

7. BOOST PUMP Switch......................................................................... OFF

8. IGN Circuit Breaker..................................................................... PUSH IN

Allow the required cooling period for the starter before proceeding. Follow
normal start sequence as described on preceding pages.

SYSTEMS CHECKS
Stick Centering Indicator Check

CAUTION
During extreme cold ambient temperatures limit
cyclic movements until XMSN OIL temperature
reaches 15°C.

CAUTION
Do not displace cyclic more than 1.5 inches from
center to check the system. If CYC CTR caution
lights do not illuminate within the 1.5 inch dis-
placement, the system is inoperative.

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Do not displace cyclic beyond point at which CYC


CTR caution light illuminates.

NOTE
CYC CTR caution lights are inhibited between 95 and
105% ROTOR RPM.

1. Cyclic DISPLACE APPROX ....................................... 1.25 IN (31.7 MM)


FORWARD, AFT,
LEFT AND RIGHT

Check CYC CTR caution light illuminates each time when displaced and
extinguishes when centered.

Force Trim Check


1. Flight Controls................................................................. FRICTION OFF;
COLLECTIVE
LOCK REMOVED

2. Cyclic and Pedals ............................................. MOVE SLIGHTLY EACH


DIRECTION TO CHECK
FORCE GRADIENTS

3. Cyclic FORCE TRIM Release Button............................................. PRESS

Check trim releases with button pressed; reengages when button is released.

4. FORCE TRIM Switch.......................................................................... OFF

Check trim disengages and FT OFF caution light illuminates.

5. FORCE TRIM Switch............................................... ON, COVER DOWN

Preliminary Hydraulic Check


1. Throttles .............................................................................. SET TO IDLE

NOTE
Uncommanded control movement or motoring with
either hydraulic system off may indicate hydraulic
system malfunction.

2. HYDR SYS NO. 1 Switch ............................................... OFF, THEN ON

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3. HYDR SYS NO. 2 Switch ............................................... OFF, THEN ON

Engine Fuel Control Check


1. Throttles (both)................................................................................... IDLE

CAUTION
Do not allow GAS PROD to decrease below 50%
rpm (N 1 ).

NOTE
In the vicinity of 8,000 feet pressure altitude, GAS
PROD RPM (N 1 ) may not change significantly when
manual fuel control is selected.

2. GOV Switch (engine 1 or 2) ...................................................... MANUAL

Observe a change in the GAS PROD RPM (N1) and GOV MANUAL
caution light illuminates. Open respective throttle carefully to ensure GAS
PROD RPM (N1) responds upward, then return to flight idle position.
Return GOV switch to AUTO. Check for a return to original GAS PROD
RPM (N1) and GOV MANUAL caution light extinguishes. Check second
governor in like manner.

3. Throttles (both) ....................................................... INCREASE SLOWLY


TO ABOVE 85% ROTOR RPM

Fuel Crossfeed and Interconnect Valve Check


1. FUEL XFEED/INTCON
Test Switch ............................................................................. TEST BUS 1
AND HOLD

NOTE
After turning either boost pump off, FUEL BOOST
caution light should illuminate on failed side only.

2. Engine 1 BOOST PUMP Switch ......................................................... OFF

Check engine 1 fuel pressure decreases, then returns to normal. (This


indicates that the crossfeed valve has been opened by Bus No. 1 power
and that the check valve is functioning properly.) Return switch to ON.

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3. FUEL INTCON Switch .................................................................... OPEN

Check FUEL INTCON caution light illuminates then extinguishes.


(This indicates that the interconnect valve has been opened by Bus
No. 1 power and that the valve is functioning properly.)

4. FUEL INTCON Switch ...................................................... OVRD CLOSE

Check FUEL INTCON caution light illuminates, then extinguishes.

5. FUEL XFEED/INTCON
Test Switch ............................................................................. TEST BUS 2
AND HOLD

6. Engine 2 BOOST
PUMP Switch....................................................................................... OFF

Check engine 2 fuel pressure decreases, then returns to normal. Return


switch to ON.

7. FUEL INTCON Switch .................................................................... OPEN

Check FUEL INTCON caution light illuminates then extinguishes. (This


indicates that the interconnect valve has been opened by Bus No. 2 power
and that the valve is functioning properly.)

8. FUEL INTCON Switch................................................................... NORM

Check FUEL INTCON caution light illuminates, then extinguishes.

9. FUEL XFEED/INTCON
Test Switch ...................................................................................... NORM

10. FUEL XFEED Switch ........................................................ OVRD CLOSE

11. Engine 1 BOOST


PUMP Switch....................................................................................... OFF

Check fuel pressure drops to zero on affected system. Return switch to


ON. Repeat procedure for engine 2 BOOST PUMP switch.

12. FUEL XFEED Switch ..................................................................... NORM

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Electrical Systems Check


1. DC VOLTS ............................................................ CHECK 27 ± 1 VOLTS

2. AC VOLTS ................................................... CHECK 104 TO 122 VOLTS

3. AMPS 1 and 2.................................................. CHECK WITHIN LIMITS

4. GEN 1 and 2 Switches ......................................................................... OFF

5. EMERG LOAD Switch .................................................... EMERG LOAD

Check that the following items remain operational:


• One Helipilot
• One NAV-COM
• Panel Lights
• ICS Lights
• Essential Engine Instruments
• Essential Navigation Instruments

6. EMERG LOAD Switch.............................................................. NORMAL

7. GEN 1 and 2 Switches........................................................................... ON

8. INV 1 Switch........................................................................................ OFF

Check INVERTER 1 caution light illuminates. Check No. 1 and No. 2 AC


VOLTS for indication that inverter 2 has assumed all AC loads. Return
INV 1 switch to ON.

9. INV 2 Switch........................................................................................ OFF

Check INVERTER 2 caution light illuminates. Check No. 1 and No. 2 AC


VOLTS for indication that inverter 1 has assumed all AC loads. Return
INV 2 switch to ON.

10. EMERG LT Switch (if installed) ....................................................... TEST

Check all emergency lights illuminate. Switch to ARM; check lights dim
to faint glow.

11. STBY ATT Switch (if installed) ............................................................ ON

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AFCS Check
NOTE
Verification of AFCS actuator centering is necessary.
Failure of the actuators to center could result in reduced
control margins and abnormal control positions.

NOTE
If fast slaving is desired, center ADI roll trim knob,
then push and hold VG FAST ERECT button until at-
titude indicator displays zero degrees bank angle.
Use of VG FAST ERECT button will disengage the
respective helipilot.

1. Pilot and Copilot


Attitude Indicators......................................................... ERECT AND SET
AS NECESSARY

WARNING

If AFCS is left engaged in ATT mode during ground


operation, it can drive the cyclic stick to a control stop.

2. HP1 and HP2 Buttons............................................................................ ON

Observe ATT light illuminates, APIs center, and AFCS caution light
extinguishes.

NOTE
CYC CTR caution lights may illuminate momentar-
ily during cyclic control checks.

Move cyclic forward, aft, right, left. Observe APIs do not move.

3. SYS 2 Button ............................................................. PRESS AND HOLD

Move cyclic forward, aft, right, left. Observe APIs do not move.

4. SYS 2 Button ............................................................................. RELEASE

5. Cyclic ATTD
TRIM Switch.................................................... RIGHT FOR 2 SECONDS
THEN AFT FOR 2 SECONDS
Observe APIs move right, up.

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6. SYS 2 Button ............................................................. PRESS AND HOLD

Observe SYS 2 actuators agree.

7. Cyclic FORCE TRIM Release Button............................................. PRESS

Observe APIs move to center.

8. SYS 2 Button ............................................................................. RELEASE

Observe SYS 1 actuators centered.

9. SAS/ATT Button.............................................................................. PRESS

Observe SAS light illuminates. Move cyclic right, left, forward and aft.
Observe APIs move in corresponding direction. Displace right pedal, then
left. Observe yaw API moves right, left.

10. SYS 2 Button ............................................................. PRESS AND HOLD

Move cyclic right, left, forward, and aft. Observe APIs move in
corresponding direction.

11. SYS 2 Button ............................................................................. RELEASE

Engine Runup

CAUTION
If helicopter is sitting on ice or other slippery or
loose surface, advance throttles slowly to prevent
rotation of helicopter.

1. Engine 1 Throttle .................................................................. FULL OPEN

2. ENG ..................................................................................STABILIZED AT
95 ± 1% RPM (N2)

3. Engine 2 Throttle ................................................................... FULL OPEN

Check No. 1 engine increases 2% ENG RPM (N 2) and both engines


stabilize at 97 ± 1% ENG RPM (N2).

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4. RPM INCR/DECR Switch...................................................... FULL INCR

Check ENG does not exceed 101.5% RPM (N2). Set at 100% ENG RPM (N2).

Cabin Heater Check


1. GAS PROD............................................................................ CHECK 75%
RPM (N1) MINIMUM
(BOTH ENGINES)

2. Thermostat Knob ................................................................... FULL COLD

CAUTION
Do not operate heater above 21°C OAT.

CAUTION
HEATER switch shall be turned OFF when heated air-
flow does not shut off after thermostat is turned to
full COLD, HEATER AIR LINE LIGHT illuminates,
or CABIN HTR circuit breaker trips.

3. HEATER Switch.................................................................................... ON

4. VENT BLOWER Switch....................................................................... ON

5. Thermostat Setting ......................................................... INCREASE AND


OBSERVE HEATED
AIRFLOW

6. DEFOG Lever........................................................................................ ON

Check airflow is diverted from pedestal outlets to windshield nozzles.


Return lever to OFF.

7. AFT OUTLET Switch ........................................................................... ON

Check airflow distributed equally between pedestal outlets and aft outlets.
Return switch to OFF.

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NOTE
Heater operation affects performance. Refer to Hover
Ceiling and Rate of Climb charts for HEATER ON
in section 4, Rotorcraft Flight Manual.

8. HEATER Switch................................................................... AS DESIRED

9. VENT BLOWER Switch...................................................... AS DESIRED

Hydraulic Systems Check


NOTE
The hydraulic systems check is to determine proper
operation of the hydraulic actuators for each flight con-
trol system. If abnormal forces, unequal forces, con-
trol binding or motoring are encountered, it may be an
indication of a malfunctioning flight control actuator.

1. FORCE TRIM Switch.......................................................................... OFF

2. Collective ............................................................................ FULL DOWN;


FRICTION REMOVED

3. Rotor........................................................................... SET TO 100% RPM

4. Cyclic..................................................................................... CENTERED;
FRICTION REMOVED

5. HYDR SYS NO. 1 Switch ................................................................... OFF

Check No. 1 HYDRAULIC caution light and MASTER CAUTION light


illuminate and system 1 pressure drops to zero.

6. Cyclic .................................................................................... CHECK FOR


NORMAL OPERATION

Move cyclic forward, aft, left and right approximately one inch. Center cyclic.

7. Collective ............................................................ CHECK FOR NORMAL


OPERATION

Increase collective control slightly (1 to 2 inches). Repeat 2 to 3 times, as


required. Return to full down position.

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8. Pedals.................................................................... DISPLACE SLIGHTLY


LEFT AND RIGHT
Note an increase in force required to move pedal in each direction.

9. HYDR SYS No. 2 Switch .................................................................... OFF


Check hydraulic system 2 remains operational, and system 1 remains off.

10. HYDR SYS No. 1 Switch...................................................................... ON


Check NO. 1 HYDRAULIC caution light extinguishes, and system 1
regains normal pressure. Check NO. 2 HYDRAULIC caution light
illuminates and system 2 pressure drops to zero.

11. Cyclic .................................................................. CHECK FOR NORMAL


OPERATIONS
Move cyclic forward, aft, left and right approximately 1 inch. Center cyclic.

12. Collective ............................................................ CHECK FOR NORMAL


OPERATION
Increase collective control slightly (1 to 2 inches). Repeat 2 to 3 times, as
required. Return to full down position.

13. Pedals.................................................................... DISPLACE SLIGHTLY


LEFT AND RIGHT
Note the pedals are now hydraulically boosted.

14. HYDR SYS No. 2 Switch...................................................................... ON


Check NO. 2 HYDRAULIC caution light extinguishes, system 2 pressure
returns to normal, and hydraulic system 1 remains operational.

15. Cyclic and Collective Friction...................................... SET AS DESIRED

16. FORCE TRIM Switch ........................................................................... ON

WARNING

Both hydraulic systems shall be operational prior


to takeoff.

NOTE
System 1 will normally operate 10 to 20°C cooler than
system 2.

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BEFORE TAKEOFF
1. Engine, Gearbox,
Transmission, Hydraulic and
Electrical Instruments ............................................ WITHIN OPERATING
RANGES

2. Caution and Warning Lights .......................................... EXTINGUISHED

WARNING

Moderate friction shall be applied to overcome fol-


low-through coupling between throttles.

3. Throttles ................................................................................. FULL OPEN

Adjust frictions.

4. ENG .................................................................................. 100% RPM (N2)


FOR BOTH ENGINES

5. Flight Instruments................................................... CHECK OPERATION


AND SET

6. POSITION Lights ............................................................. AS REQUIRED

7. ANTI-COLL Light.................................................................. CHECK ON

8. PITOT-STATIC
HEATERS Switch.................................................................................. ON

Check ammeter for load indication. Leave ON in visible moisture when


temperature is below 4.4˚C (40˚F); turn OFF if not required.

9. Radio(s) ............................................................. CHECK FUNCTIONING

10. Cyclic Control.............................................. CENTERED OR SLIGHTLY


INTO THE WIND

11. EMERGENCY COMM panel—


(if installed)............................................................ CHECK FOR SINGLE
PILOT OPERATIONS

12. AFCS.............................................................................. SELECT ATT OR


SAS MODE, AS DESIRED

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ATT mode shall be used during IFR flight; SAS mode recommended for
ground operation, hover, and takeoff.

13. FORCE TRIM Switch................................................ ON IN ATT MODE;


AS DESIRED IN SAS MODE

14. STEP Switch (if installed) .................................................... AS DESIRED

15. Passenger Seat Belts................................................................ FASTENED

16. All Doors ................................................................................... SECURED

POWER ASSURANCE CHECK


Power assurance check should be performed daily.

Prolonged Ground Operation


NOTE
For prolonged ground operation, AFCS shall not be
operated in ATT mode.

CAUTION
Minimum rotor—97% RPM for ground operation
with stick centering indicator system inoperative.

NOTE
Minimize blade flapping by maintaining highest rotor
RPM (N R ) within allowable range.

1. ROTOR RPM ........................................................... 77–85% OR ABOVE,


AS DESIRED

2. Cyclic ......................................................... POSITION AS NECESSARY


TO EXTINGUISH CYC
CTR CAUTION LIGHTS

NOTE
On side slopes greater than five degrees, maintain 100%
rotor RPM. CYC CTR caution lights are inhibited.

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TAKEOFF

CAUTION
During lift-off to hover, any abnormal increase in one-
per-rev vibration may indicate one or more main
rotor droop restrainers failed to disengage from static
position. Verify proper operation prior to flight.

NOTE
When AFCS is in ATT mode, the FORCE TRIM re-
lease button should be depressed before lift-off (to
trim actuators to center positions) and should be held
until desired climbout attitude is attained.

1. ENG .................................................................................. 100% RPM (N2)

2. Area ................................................................................................ CLEAR

3. Hover Power ............................................ CHECK TORQUE REQUIRED


TO HOVER AT FOUR
FEET SKID HEIGHT

NOTE
Downwind takeoffs are not recommended since the pub-
lished takeoff distance performance will not be realized.
During takeoff, pitch attitude must be adjusted com-
mensurate with power application to prevent enter-
ing the AVOID area of the Height-Velocity diagram.
Torque shall not exceed 15% above IGE hover power
while accelerating to Takeoff Climbout Safety Speed.

4. Cyclic Control ............................................. APPLY FORWARD CYCLIC


TO ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY

5. Collective ................................................ ADJUST AS DESIRED AFTER


REACHING VTOCS (45 KIAS)

6. Airspeed ......................................................... WITHIN LIMITS (60 KIAS


MINIMUM FOR IFR)

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IN-FLIGHT OPERATION
NOTE
With the simple pendulum absorber kit, vibration
isolation is most effective in cruise flight at 97%
ENG RPM (N 2 ).

1. ENG....................................................................... 97 TO 100% RPM (N2)

2. Airspeed.......................................................................... WITHIN LIMITS

3. Engine, Gearbox, and


Transmission Instruments............................................... WITHIN LIMITS

NOTE
Maximum pitch attitude capability of standby atti-
tude indicator is ±60°.

Refer to applicable operating rules for high altitude


oxygen requirements.

MANEUVERING WITH AFCS IN SAS MODE


Use normal pilot control techniques.

MANEUVERING WITH AFCS IN ATT MODE


Press cyclic FORCE TRIM release button and maneuver as desired. Release
button when desired attitude is reached. Helipilot will hold attitude until re-
trimmed to new attitude. Attitude may also be adjusted with cyclic ATTD TRIM
switch.

For momentary attitude changes, manual cyclic movement may be used; how-
ever, AFCS actuators may be saturated to limit authority when cyclic is
moved manually.

NOTE
In flight use of VG FAST ERECT button will disen-
gage the respective helipilot and decouple the auto-
matic flight control modes.

BEFORE LANDING
1. Flight Controls ......................................................... ADJUST FRICTION,
AS DESIRED

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2. AFCS.................................................................... ENGAGE ATT OR SAS


MODE, AS DESIRED

3. FORCE TRIM Switch................................................ ON IN ATT MODE;


AS DESIRED
IN SAS MODE

4. Throttles ................................................................................. FULL OPEN

5. ENG .................................................................................. 100% RPM (N2)

6. Flight Path...................................................................... STAY CLEAR OF


AVOID AREA OF HEIGHT
VELOCITY DIAGRAM

7. STEP Switch (if installed) .................................................... AS DESIRED

NOTE
For landing distance information in the event of en-
gine failure during approach, refer to Section 4, RMP.

CAUTION
Run-on landings may result in roll oscillations while
on the ground. If this occurs, lowering collective
full down or disengaging HP1 and HP2 will stop the
oscillations.

AFTER LANDING
1. Collective ............................................................................. FULL DOWN

2. Pedals...................................................................................... CENTERED

3. FORCE TRIM Switch ........................................................................... ON

4. AFCS ....................................................................................... SAS MODE

CAUTION
Minimum rotor—97% RPM for ground operation with
stick centering indicator system inoperative.

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5. Stick Centering Check............................................................ COMPLETE

Center cyclic and friction as necessary to extinguish CYC CTR caution lights.

NOTE
On side slopes greater than five degrees, disregard CYC
CTR caution lights and position cyclic, as required.

ENGINE SHUTDOWN
1. HP1 and HP2 ........................................................................ DISENGAGE

Check helipilot lights extinguish and AFCS and MASTER CAUTION


lights illuminate.

2. Cyclic................................................................................... FRICTIONED
AS DESIRED

Maintain cyclic stick as near center as possible at all rotor speeds.

NOTE
For ground operation, maintain rotor RPM within
allowable range. Higher minimum rotor RPM reduces
blade flapping.

3. Throttle....................................... REDUCE TO 77 TO 85% ROTOR RPM

4. ITT .................................................................................. STABILIZE FOR


ONE MINUTE

5. ELT (if installed) ................................................................... CHECK FOR


INADVERTENT
TRANSMISSION

6. STBY ATTD
Switch (if installed) .............................................................................. OFF

7. EMERG LT Switch
(if installed).................................................................................. DISARM

8. Engine Instruments......................................................... WITHIN LIMITS

9. IDLE STOP
Release Switch .............................................................. ENG 1 POSITION

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10. Engine 1 Throttle .............................................................. FULL CLOSED

Check ITT and GAS PROD RPM (N1) decreasing.

11. BATTERY BUS 1 Switch...................................................................... ON

12. IDLE STOP


Release Switch .............................................................. ENG 2 POSITION

13. Engine 2 Throttle .............................................................. FULL CLOSED


Check ITT and GAS PROD RPM (N1) decreasing.

14. GEN 1 and 2 Switches ......................................................................... OFF

15. INV 1 and 2 Switches .......................................................................... OFF

16. Engine 1 and 2


FUEL Switches .................................................................................... OFF

17. Engine 1 and 2 BOOST


PUMP Switches ................................................................................... OFF

18. Engine 1 and 2 FUEL


TRANS Switches ................................................................................. OFF

19. Radios................................................................................................... OFF

WARNING

Do not use collective to slow rotor RPM. Use of col-


lective to slow rotor can cause excessive flapping
and/or coning.

20. Rotor Brake .......................................................................... AS DESIRED


Apply at or below 40% rotor rpm. Return to stowed position after main
rotor stops.

21. Pilot......................................................................... REMAIN AT FLIGHT


CONTROLS UNTIL ROTOR
HAS COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP

22. Lighting and


Miscellaneous Switches ....................................................................... OFF

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23. BATTERY BUS 1 and


BUS 2 Switches.................................................................................... OFF

24. Collective Downlock ................................................................. SECURED


AS DESIRED

AFTER EXITING HELICOPTER


If conditions require, perform the following (refer to Manufacturer’s Data BHT-
412-MD-2, Section 4, for additional information):

1. Check general condition of droop restraint system and verify that the
droop restraint arms are engaged in the lower detent of the cam window.

2. Install main rotor blade tiedown socks on blades and secure to mooring points.

3. Install tail rotor tiedown strap and secure to vertical fin.

4. Install exhaust covers, engine inlet protective plugs and pitot tube covers.

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EMERGENCY/MALFUNCTION
PROCEDURES—412SP
CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................... EM-SP-1
DEFINITIONS ........................................................................... EM-SP-1
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ................................................ EM-SP-9
Engine Fires ...................................................................... EM-SP-9
Smoke or Fumes in Cabin............................................... EM-SP-11
Baggage Compartment Fire............................................ EM-SP-12
Engine Failures ............................................................... EM-SP-12
Tail Rotor Failures .......................................................... EM-SP-15
Main Driveshaft Failure.................................................. EM-SP-20
MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES .......................................... EM-SP-21
Engine Hot Start ............................................................. EM-SP-21
Engine Restart in Flight .................................................. EM-SP-22
Engine Fuel Control Malfunctions ................................. EM-SP-24
Electrical Power Failures ................................................ EM-SP-28
Hydraulic System Failure ............................................... EM-SP-30
AUTOMATIC FLIGHT CONTROLS SYSTEM..................... EM-SP-31
AFCS Malfunctions ........................................................ EM-SP-31
Stick Centering Indicator Failure.................................... EM-SP-34
Cabin Heater Malfunction .............................................. EM-SP-34
Fuel Quantity Indications Malfunction........................... EM-SP-35
Static Port Obstruction.................................................... EM-SP-36
COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM ............................................ EM-SP-36
Intercom Failure.............................................................. EM-SP-36
Communications Radio Failure ...................................... EM-SP-37

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TABLES
Tables Title Page
EM-SP-1 Warning Lights .......................................... EM-SP-2
EM-SP-2 Caution Lights ........................................... EM-SP-3

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EMERGENCY/MALFUNCTION
PROCEDURES—412SP
INTRODUCTION
The following procedures contain the indications of equipment or system fail-
ure or malfunction, the use of emergency features of primary and back-up sys-
tems, and appropriate warnings, cautions, and explanatory notes Table
EM-SP-1 lists fault conditions and corrective actions required for illumina-
tion of red warning lights. Table EM-SP-2 addresses malfunction procedures
associated with yellow caution lights.

All corrective action procedures listed herein assume the pilot gives first pri-
ority to aircraft control and a safe flight path.

The helicopter should not be operated following any emergency landing or


shutdown until the cause of the malfunction has been determined and corrective
maintenance action taken.

DEFINITIONS
The following terms indicate the degree of urgency in landing the helicopter:

• Land as soon as possible—Land without delay at the nearest suitable


area (i.e. open field) at which a safe approach and landing is reason-
ably assured.

• Land as soon as practical—The duration of the flight and landing site


are at the discretion of the pilot. Extended flight beyond the nearest
approved landing area is not recommended.

The following terms are used to describe the operating condition of a system,
subsystem, assembly, or component:

• Affected—Fails to operate in the normal or usual manner.

• Normal—Operates in the intended or usual manner.

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Table EM-SP-1. WARNING LIGHTS

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action
Fire indication in Pull illuminated FIRE PULL handle.
FIRE 1 PULL No. 1 or No. 2 Select MAIN fire extinguisher. Close
engine compart- throttle of affected engine. Select RE-
FIRE 2 PULL ment. SERVE fire extinguisher if necessary.
Land as soon as possible.

Smoke in baggage Reduce power to minimum required.


BAGGAGE FIRE compartment. Land as soon as possible. Inspect
tailboom area for damage.

GAS PROD abnorm- Check ENG TORQUE, GAS PROD


ENG 1 OUT ally low, below 53 RPM (N 1 ), ENG RPM (N 2 ), and ITT.
± 2% RPM on No.1 Adjust power and airspeed (65 KIAS).
or No. 2 engine. Reset remaining ENG RPM (N 2 ) to
ENG 2 OUT normal range. Close throttle of af-
fected engine. Refer to ENGINE FAIL-
URES and RESTART IN FLIGHT pro-
cedures. Land as soon as practical.

Transmission oil Reduce power. Land as soon as


XMSN OIL PRESS pressure below possible.
limit.

Transmission oil R e d u c e p o w e r. C h e c k X M S N O I L
XMSN OIL TEMP temperature temperature. If not within limits, land
above limit. as soon as possible.

Combining gear- Reduce power. Land as soon as


C BOX OIL PRESS box oil pressure possible.
below normal.

Combining gear- Reduce power. Check GEAR BOX


C BOX OIL TEMP box oil tempera- OIL temperature. If not within limits,
ture above limit. land as soon as possible.

Battery case temp- BATTERY BUS 1 and BUS 2 switch


BATTERY TEMP erature above –OFF. Land as soon as practical.
limit.
WARNING

Battery shall not be used for engine


start after illumination of BATTERY
TEMP light. Battery shall be re-
moved and serviced in accordance
with manufacturer’s instructions prior
to return to service.
Rotor brake lin- Check rotor brake handle fully
ROTOR ings not retracted. up in detent. If light remains on,
BRAKE land as soon as possible.

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Table EM-SP-2. CAUTION LIGHTS

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action

NO. 1 OIL Engine oil pressure Shut down affected engine. Fuel
PRESSURE below limit. INTCON switch—OPEN. Land as
soon as practical.
NO. 2 OIL
PRESSURE

NO. 1 DC Failure of DC GEN FIELD and GEN RESET circuit


GENERATOR generator. breakers—Check in. GEN switch
(affected generator)—RESET, then
NO. 2 DC ON. If light remains on, turn GEN
GENERATOR switch OFF.

If No. 2 generator failed:


• BATTERY BUS 2 switch—OFF.
• BATTERY BUS 1 switch—ON.

If nonessential bus power is required:


• NON-ESNTL BUS switch—MANUAL.
• DC AMPS—Monitor.

If both generators fail:

CAUTION

Do not select EMER LOAD at pres-


sure altitudes above 5,000 feet. Both
FUEL BOOST PUMPS will become
inoperative, resulting in possible fuel
starvation.

EMER LOAD switch—As required.


Land as soon as practical.

NO. 1 PART Particle separator Check ENG 1 (or 2) RPM and


SEP OFF bypass door closed PART SEP circuit breakers in.
or circuit breaker
NO. 2 PART out. Ice and dust Move PART SEP switch to
SEP OFF protection system OVRD ON.
inoperative.

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Table EM-SP-2. CAUTION LIGHTS (Cont)

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action
NO. 1 FUEL Fuel boost pump If practical, descend below 5,000 feet
BOOST failure has occurred. H P to prevent possible fuel starvation
if other boost pump fails.
NO. 2 FUEL
BOOST
NOTE CAUTION
If either fuel boost
pump fails and the
FUEL XFEED switch If either BOOST PUMP fails, usable
is in NORM position, fuel will be approximately 60 pounds
the crossfeed valve less than indicated.
is opened automatic
ally by a pressure FUEL INTCON switch – OPEN.
switch, Land as
soon as practical.
allowing either boost
pump to furnish fuel
to both engines.

NO.1 FUEL Fuel filter is partially Land as soon as practical.


FILTER
blocked.

NO. 2 FUEL
FILTER

Fuel level in left or Plan landing.


right cells at or
below 190 pounds.
FUEL LOW

(Less than 100 NOTE NOTE


lbs difference The FUEL LOW light Interconnect valve will open automatic-
between No. 1 will not illuminate for ally when fuel level in opposite side
de-& No. 2 fuel the affected side creases to 190pounds (as indicated by
quantities) when fuel quantity illumination of FUEL INTCON caution
indication malfunc- lights). This will allow the fuel quantity
tion occurs. Refer to in the lower aft cells to equalize. This
FUEL QUANTITY fuel will be available to both engines
INDICATION through either boost pump. If either
MALFUNCTION. boost pump fails, usable fuel will be
approximately 60 pounds less than
indicated.

FUEL INTCON caution light can be ex-


FUEL LOW tinguished by placing FUEL INTCON
switch to OPEN position.

(100 lbs or more


difference be- Possible fuel leak FUEL INTCON switch—OVRD
tween No. 1 & in cells with lower CLOSE.
No. 2 fuel quantity.
quantities) Land as soon as possible.

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Table EM-SP-2. CAUTION LIGHTS (Cont)

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action

NO. 1 GOV Engine governor in Torque, ITT, and rpm must be con -
MANUAL manual mode. trolled with throttle.
NO. 2 GOV
MANUAL

NO. 1 ENGINE Metal particles Reduce power and shut down en-
CHIP in engine oil. gine as soon as practical to mini-
mize engine damage. Land as soon
NO. 2 ENGINE as practical.
CHIP

NO. 1 FUEL Fuel valve not prop- Check FUEL VALVE circuit breaker
VALVE erly seated or cir- in. Monitor aircraft instruments. Land
cuit breaker out. as soon as practical. If on ground,
NO. 2 FUEL cycle FUEL switch.
VALVE

NO. 1 GEN Generator over- GEN switch—OFF.


OVHT heating.
NO. 2 GEN
OVHT

CAUTION Caution panel Check MASTER CAUTION circuit


PANEL inoperative. breaker in. Monitor aircraft instru-
ments. Land as soon as practical.

Failure of AC power Check both AC voltmeters to deter-


INVERTER 1 inverter mine that remaining inverter auto-
matically assumed load for failed
inverter.
INVERTER 2
Check INV PWR circuit breakers in.
or Reengage HP1 or HP2. During IFR
flight, if both inverters fail, land as
soon as practical; or continue flight
under VFR, if desired.

EMER LOAD switch Place EMER LOAD switch in NORMAL


INVERTER 2 EMER LOAD position, if electrical load shedding
position. is not required.

EXTERNAL External power re- Check external power door closed.


POWER ceptacle door open.

Passenger door(s) Check doors secured.


DOOR LOCK or baggage com-
partment door not
secured.

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Table EM-SP-2. CAUTION LIGHTS (Cont)

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action
Both BATTERY Turn one BATTERY switch ON,
BATTERY switches/relays other OFF. If light remains on,
in the same reverse BATTERY switch
position. positions.

Metal particle Reduce power. Land as soon as


CHIP C BOX in combining practical.
gearbox oil.

Metal particles in Reduce power. Land as soon as


CHIP XMSN transmission oil practical.
(one or more re--
mote XMSN CHIP
indicators tripped).

Metal particles in Land as soon as practical.


CHIP 42/90 BOX 42° or 90° gearbox
oil.

Hydraulic pressure Verify fault and affected system from


NO. 1 HYDRAULIC below limit or temper- gage readings. Turn off affected sys
ature above limit. tem. Land as soon as possible.
NO. 2 HYDRAULIC

Fuel transfer pump Check FUEL TRANS circuit breaker


NO. 1 FUEL TRANS or ejector pump is in. Check FUEL TRANS switch
malfunction (no fuel is ON.
NO. 2 FUEL TRANS transfer from lower
forward and middle
cells to lower
aft cell); CAUTION
or If either TRANSFER PUMP fails,
Check valve mal- usable fuel will be 25 pounds less
function allowing than indicated.
fuel to leak from
aft to mid cell after
normal transfer If light remains illuminated:
is complete (total FUEL TRANS switch—OFF.
fuel 800 pounds
or less).
CAUTION
NOTE
FUEL TRANS light Fuel trapped in mid cell is unusable
will remain illum- and must be subtracted from total fuel
nated after quantity quantity indication.
indication malfunc-
tion. Refer to FUEL
QUANTITY INDICA- Monitor MID TANK quantity periodi-
TION MALFUNCTION. cally. Plan landing.

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Table EM-SP-2. CAUTION LIGHTS (Cont)

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action

Fuel interconnect Check FUEL INTCON circuit break-


FUEL INTCON valve not fully ers (both) in. FUEL INT CON
closed. (Automatic switch—OPEN, then NORM.
(Switch in valve opening is
NORM normal if FUEL
position) LOW light is also
illuminated.)
FUEL INTCON
FUEL interconnect Check FUEL INTCON circuit breakers
(Switch in valve not fully open in. FUEL INTCON switch—OVRD
OPEN or FUEL INTCON CLOSE, then OPEN.
position) circuit breakers out.

Fuel crossfeed Check FUEL XFEED circuit


FUEL XFEED valve not fully open breakers (both) in. Cycle FUEL
or closed, or FUEL XFEED switch.
XFEED circuit
breakers out.

Heater mixing Turn HEATER switch OFF


HEATER AIR LINE valve malfunction. immediately.

Automatic flight Reduce airspeed to 115 KIAS or be-


AFCS control system low. Check AFCS control panel. If
hardover; either helipilot is off, attempt to
or switch ON. (Refer to AFCS malfunc-
Loss of AC power tion procedures).
to HP1 or HP2;
or During IFR flight, if both HP1 and
Loss of attitude HP2 are failed and will not reset,
gyro input to HP1 land as soon as practical; or continue
or HP2. (Possible flight under VFR, if desired.
disengagement
of either or both Reduce airspeed to 115 KIAS or be-
helipilots.) low. Check actuator position panel.
or If APIs are centered, depress SYS 2
Auto trim malfunc- button to check HP2 actuator dis-
tion. Displacement placement. Turn off affected
between HP1 and system.
HP2 actuators at
least 50 percent
travel.

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Table EM-SP-2. CAUTION LIGHTS (Cont)

Panel Fault Corrective


Wording Condition Action

FT OFF Force trim Check FORCE TRIM switch ON and


inoperative. FORCE TRIM circuit breaker in. Dur-
ing IFR flight if system remains in-
operative, land as soon as practi-
cal; or continue flight under VFR if
desired. Pilot may increase cyclic
friction to provide additional cyclic
stabilization.

Cyclic not centered. Center cyclic.


CYC CTR

RPM W/AUDIO Rotor rpm at or be- Adust collective pitch and/or RPM
low 95%. INCR—DECR switch as required.
or Refer to ENGINE FUEL CONTROL
Rotor rpm at or MALFUNCTION procedures.
RPM W/O AUDIO above 105%.

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EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
ENGINE FIRES
Indications
• FIRE 1 PULL or FIRE 2 PULL handle illuminated

Engine Fire During Start


Procedure
Abort the start of an affected engine as follows:

1. Throttle......................................................................................... CLOSED

2. FUEL XFEED Switch ........................................................ OVRD CLOSE

3. BOOST PUMP Switch......................................................................... OFF

4. FUEL Switch........................................................................................ OFF

5. Appropriate FIRE
PULL Handle..................................................................................... PULL

6. FIRE EXT Switch............................................................................. MAIN

7. If FIRE warning light remains on more than 10 seconds:

FIRE EXT Switch ...................................................................... RESERVE

8. Complete Engine Shutdown

9. Exit Helicopter

Engine Fire During Takeoff or Landing


Procedure
The primary concern for the pilot is safety of the passengers and crew. The
decision whether to begin an approach, or continue the takeoff is based on
landing site availability. Proceed as follows:

1. Airspeed .................................................................... 45 KIAS MINIMUM

2. Collective..................................................................................... REDUCE
(ALTITUDE PERMITTING)

3. Appropriate FIRE
PULL Handle..................................................................................... PULL

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4. FIRE EXT Switch............................................................................. MAIN

5. If FIRE warning light remains on more than 10 seconds:

FIRE EXT Switch ...................................................................... RESERVE

6. ENG ............................................................................ SET AT 100% RPM


(N2) IF POSSIBLE

7. Land as soon as possible

8. Complete engine shutdown

9. Exit helicopter

Engine Fire in Flight


Procedure
Initiate emergency descent immediately, if possible. Shut down affected en-
gine as follows:

1. Collective .................................................................................... REDUCE


(ALTITUDE PERMITTING)

2. Appropriate FIRE
PULL Handle .................................................................................... PULL

3. Throttle ........................................................................................ CLOSED

4. FIRE EXT Switch ............................................................................ MAIN

5. FUEL XFEED Switch ....................................................... OVRD CLOSE

6. BOOST PUMP Switch ........................................................................ OFF

7. FUEL Switch ....................................................................................... OFF

8. Fuel INTCON Switch ....................................................................... OPEN

9. If FIRE warning light remains on more than 10 seconds:

FIRE EXT Switch ...................................................................... RESERVE

10. ENG (unaffected engine) ............................................ SET AT 100% RPM


(N2) IF POSSIBLE

11. Land as soon as possible

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If a landing site is not readily available, proceed as follows:


12. FIRE PULL Handle ................................................................................ IN

Provides fire protection for unaffected engine.

13. GEN Switch (affected engine) ............................................................. OFF

14. NON-ESNTL BUS Switch................................................... AS DESIRED

15. If No. 2 engine was shut down:

BATTERY BUS 2 Switch .................................................................... OFF


BATTERY BUS 1 Switch...................................................................... ON

After landing, proceed as follows:


16. Complete engine shut down

17. Exit helicopter

SMOKE OR FUMES IN CABIN


Indications
• Smoke, toxic fumes, etc., in the cabin

Procedure
1. VENT BLOWER Switch....................................................................... ON

2. Vents and Windows........................................................................... OPEN

3. If additional ventilation is required:

Airspeed ........................................................................... REDUCE TO 60


KIAS OR LESS

Passenger Doors ................................................................................ OPEN

4. If time and altitude permit and the source is suspected to be electrical,


attempt to identify and isolate the affected system.

5. Land as soon as possible

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BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT FIRE


Indication
BAGGAGE FIRE warning light illuminates

Procedure
1. Reduce power to minimum required.

2. Land as soon as possible.

3. Inspect tailboom area for damage.

ENGINE FAILURES
Single Engine Failure
ENG RPM (N 2 ) of the normally operating engine is allowed to droop to 97%
during transition from twin-engine operation to single engine operation.
When the best rate-of-climb airspeed (70 KIAS) is obtained, ENG RPM (N 2 )
should be increased to 100% if possible.

Flight can be continued on the remaining engine until a desirable landing site
is available. There are certain combinations of gross weight, altitude, and cold
ambient temperatures at which a single engine approach will result in the OEI
torque limit being exceeded. A run-on landing at 20 to 30 KIAS is recommended.

CAUTION
Run-on landings may result in roll oscillations while
on the ground. If this occurs, lowering collective
fully down or disengaging HP1 and HP2 will stop the
oscillations.

Loss of an engine while hovering at high gross weight and extremely cold con-
ditions will most likely result in exceeding the OEI torque limit. If an over-
torque is observed or suspected, an appropriate log book entry shall be made.
Refer to Performance Charts in Section 4 of the RFM.

NOTE
If an engine restart is to be attempted, refer to ENGINE
RESTART in the Malfunction Procedures section.

Indications
• ENG 1 OUT or ENG 2 OUT Warning Light illuminated

• GAS PROD below 53% rpm (N 1 ) and decreasing

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• ENG below 85% rpm (N 2 ) and decreasing

• ITT below 400°C and decreasing

• ENG 1 or ENG 2 OIL PRESSURE, DC GENERATOR, and PART


SEP OFF caution lights illuminated

Procedure
WARNING

If corrective action is not initiated immediately, rotor


rpm could decay excessively.

CAUTION
During cold weather operations, carefully monitor
torque of the normal engine when one engine fails or
is shut down in flight.

1. Collective..................................................................................... REDUCE

Reduce as required to maintain rotor rpm and power within OEI limits.

2. Airspeed ........................................................................................ 70 KIAS

3. RPM Switch ........................................................................ INCR; SET N2


RPM AT 100%
(IF POSSIBLE)

4. Throttle (affected engine)............................................................. CLOSED

5. BOOST PUMP Switch


(affected engine)................................................................................... OFF

6. FUEL Switch (affected engine)............................................................ OFF

7. FUEL XFEED Switch ........................................................ OVRD CLOSE

8. Fuel INTCON Switch ....................................................................... OPEN

9. GEN Switch (affected engine) ............................................................. OFF

10. NON-ESNTL BUS Switch................................................... AS DESIRED

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11. If No. 2 engine failed:


BATTERY BUS 2 Switch .................................................................... OFF
BATTERY BUS 1 Switch...................................................................... ON

12. MASTER CAUTION Light ............................................................ RESET

13. Altitude ...................................................................... DESCEND BELOW


5,000 FEET HP
(IF POSSIBLE)

14. Land as soon as practical

Dual Engine Failure


Indications
• ENG 1 OUT and ENG 2 OUT Warning Lights illuminated

• RPM Caution Light illuminated

• Rotor rpm Audio on

• GAS PROD below 53% rpm (N 1 ) and decreasing (both engines)

• ENG below 85% rpm (N 2 ) and decreasing (both engines)

• ITT below 400°C and decreasing (both engines)

• ENG 1 and ENG 2 OIL PRESSURE, DC GENERATOR, and PART SEP


OFF Caution Lights illuminated

Procedure
WARNING

If corrective action is not initiated immediately, rotor


rpm could decay excessively.

1. Collective Pitch............................................................................ REDUCE

Establish autorotative glide at 70 to 90 KIAS.

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NOTE
Airspeed for best angle of glide in autorotation is 90
KIAS, and airspeed for minimum rate of descent is
70 KIAS. Autorotational rate of descent is a function
of airspeed and rotor rpm and is virtually unaffected
by gross weight and density altitude.

2. Accomplish autorotative landing

If time permits before landing, and a restart will not be attempted, proceed
as follows:

3. Throttles (both) ............................................................................ CLOSED

4. FUEL Switches (both).......................................................................... OFF

5. BOOST PUMP Switches (both)........................................................... OFF

6. FUEL TRANS Switches (both) ........................................................... OFF

After landing, complete shutdown.

TAIL ROTOR FAILURES


The key to successful handling of a tail rotor emergency lies in the pilot’s abil-
ity to quickly recognize the type of malfunction and to select the proper
emergency procedure. Following is a discussion of some types of tail rotor
malfunctions and their probable effects.

Complete Loss of Tail Rotor Thrust


Indications
This is a situation involving a break in the drive system, such as a severed
driveshaft, wherein the tail rotor stops turning and delivers no thrust. A fail-
ure of this type in a powered flight will result in the nose of the helicopter
swinging to the right (left side slip) and usually a roll of the fuselage. Nose
down attitude may also be present. The severity of the initial reaction will be
affected by airspeed, density altitude, gross weight, center of gravity, and power
being used.

Loss of T/R Thrust at Hover


Procedure
Close throttles immediately and make a hovering autorotation landing. Yawing
can be expected on touchdown.

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Loss of T/R Thrust in Climb


The degree of right yaw upon failure will be greater than that experienced in
level flight due to the higher power and anti-torque settings.

Procedure
Close throttles and lower collective pitch immediately. Establish a glide
speed slightly above normal autorotation approach speed.
If a turn is required to reach a more desirable place to land or to align into
the wind, make it to the right if possible. A turn to the right can be more nearly
streamlined by the use of a little power.
Once aligned for landing, yaw can be controlled in the following manner.

Right Yaw
If the nose yaws right with power off, a pulse of up-collective will produce
more friction in the mast thrust bearings, creating a left moment. The greater
the input of the pulse, the more the response will be.

WARNING

Do not allow rotor rpm to decay below minimum limits.

Moving the collective upward abruptly increases rotor loading. Do not hold
the collective up, as rotor rpm will decrease lower than desirable. It is essential
that the collective be returned to the down position for autorotation. This cycle
is one pulse. The pulse should be rapid (up and down) but should not be used
at low altitudes.

Left Yaw
If the nose yaws left with the power off, a slight addition of power should ar-
rest it. Further increase in power results in more right yaw response.

Landing

CAUTION
Run-on landings may result in roll oscillations while
on the ground. If this occurs, lowering the collective
fully down or disengaging HP1 and HP2 will stop the
oscillations.

During the final stages of the approach, a mild flare should be executed and
all power to the rotor should be off. Maintain helicopter in a slight flare and
use the collective smoothly to execute a soft, slightly nose-high landing.
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copter starts to turn, move cyclic as necessary to follow the turn until heli-
copter comes to a complete stop. This technique will, in most cases, result in
a run-on type landing.

CAUTION
For zero ground speed landing, the deceleration and
the abrupt use of the collective may cause the nose to
yaw left. Do not correct with the throttle. Although ap-
plication of throttle will result in yawing to the right,
addition of power is a very strong response measure
and is too sensitive for the pilot to manage properly.
Do not add power at this time. Slight yawing upon
touchdown at zero ground speed may be expected.

Loss of T/R Thrust in Level Flight or Descent


Procedure
Close throttles and reduce the collective pitch immediately. Attain an airspeed
slightly above the normal autorotative glide speed.

If altitude permits with airspeed above 60 KIAS, throttle and collective may
be gently applied to determine if some degree of powered flight can be re-
sumed. If unacceptable yawing is experienced, re-enter autorotation and con-
tinue descent to a landing.

The landing technique is the same as prescribed for the climb condition above.

Loss of Tail Rotor Components


The loss of any tail rotor components will result in a forward center of grav-
ity shift. Other than additional nose down pitching, this situation would be
quite similar to complete loss of tail rotor thrust, as discussed above.

Tail Rotor Fixed Pitch Failures


Indications
Tail rotor pitch change control failures are characterized either by a lack of
directional response when a pedal is pushed or by locked pedals. If pedals
cannot be moved with a moderate amount of force, do not attempt to apply a
maximum effort, since a more serious malfunction could result.

Fixed Pitch Failure at Hover


Procedure
Do not close throttles unless a severe right yaw occurs. If pedals lock in any
position at a hover, landing from a hover can be accomplished with greater
safety under power controlled flight rather than by closing throttles and en-
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Fixed Pitch Failure in Flight


If tail rotor fixed pitch failure occurs during climb (left pedal applied), cruise
(approximately neutral pedals), and descent (right pedal applied), a descent
and landing can be effected safely by use of power and throttle changes.

Procedure
If the helicopter is in a trimmed condition when the malfunction is discov-
ered, engine power and airspeed should be noted and the aircraft flown to a
suitable landing area.

Combinations of engine torque, rotor rpm, and airspeed will correct or ag-
gravate yaw attitude and these should be adjusted as required to control yaw
during landing.

Right Pedal Locked Forward of Neutral


Power should be reduced and ENG RPM (N 2 ) maintained within the green
arc. This will help streamline the helicopter in flight. Right turns are easier
than left turns. Airspeed should be maintained at or above 60 KIAS.

Execute a normal to steep approach, adjusting the power as necessary to min-


imize or prevent right yaw. Maintain ENG RPM (N 2 ) and an airspeed of about
60 KIAS during the initial part of the approach.

At 60 to 75 feet AGL and when the landing area can be made, start a slow de-
celeration to arrive at the intended landing point with about 25 knots indi-
cated airspeed.

At 2 to 5 feet AGL, slowly reduce throttle to overcome yaw effect and allow
the helicopter to settle. When aligned with the landing area, allow helicopter
to touch down.

CAUTION
Run-on landings may result in roll oscillations while
on the ground. If this occurs, lowering the collective
fully down or disengaging HP1 and HP2 will stop the
oscillations.

After ground contact, use the collective and throttle as necessary to maintain
alignment with landing strip, and to minimize forward speed. If the helicopter
starts to turn, move the cyclic as necessary to follow the turn until the heli-
copter comes to a complete stop.

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Left Pedal Locked Forward of Neutral


Reduce power and maintain ENG RPM (N 2) within the green arc. Normal turns
can be safely made under these conditions, although the nose may be displaced
to the left. Execute a shallow to normal approach.

On final approach, begin a slow deceleration so as to arrive at a point about


four to five feet above the intended touchdown area as effective translational
lift is lost.

Apply collective pitch to stop the rate of descent and forward speed, and to
align the helicopter with the intended landing path. Allow helicopter to touch
down at near-zero ground speed, maintaining alignment with the throttle.

Pedals Locked in Neutral


Reduce power and maintain ENG RPM (N 2) within the green arc. Normal turns
can be safely made under these conditions.

Execute a normal to steep approach, holding airspeed at 60 KIAS during the


initial part of the approach. Adjust power as necessary to minimize or pre-
vent right yaw.

At 50 to 75 feet AGL and when the landing area can be made, start a decel-
eration to arrive at the intended landing point with airspeed at 25 KIAS.

At 2 to 5 feet AGL, use throttle slowly as necessary to maintain alignment


with the landing area and to control yaw; do not allow the helicopter to set-
tle until alignment is assured, then touch down.

CAUTION
Run-on landings may result in roll oscillations while
on the ground. If this occurs, lowering the collective
fully down or disengaging HP1 and HP2 will stop the
oscillations.

After ground contact, use collective and throttle as necessary to minimize


forward speed and to maintain alignment. Move the cyclic as necessary to
follow the turn until the helicopter has come to a complete stop.

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Loss of Pitch Change Control Linkage


Indications
In this type of failure, the pitch-change mechanism is broken at some point
and the tail rotor will assume a blade angle determined by the aerodynamic
and counterbalance forces.

Procedure
The corrective action procedures are described in Fixed Pitch Failures on
the previous page. The specific procedure to be used depends on the yaw
change experienced.

MAIN DRIVESHAFT FAILURE


WARNING

Failure of the main driveshaft to the transmission


will result in the complete loss of power to the main
rotor. Although the cockpit indications for a drive-
shaft failure are somewhat comparable to a dual en-
gine failure, it is imperative that autorotative flight
procedures be established immediately. Failure to
react immediately to the LOW ROTOR RPM audio
signal, caution light and tachometer indication will
result in loss of control.

Indications
• Left yaw

• Rapid decrease in ROTOR RPM

• Rapid increase in ENG RPM (N 2 )

• Illumination of rotor RPM caution light with audio

• Possible increase in noise due to:


• Overspeeding engine turbines
• Overspeeding combining gearbox

• Driveshaft breakage

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Procedure
1. Collective .......................................................................... AS REQUIRED
(TO ESTABLISH
AUTOROTATIVE
DESCENT)

2. Airspeed ...............................................................ESTABLISH AIRSPEED


FOR MINIMUM RATE OF
DESCENT (70 KIAS) OR
MAXIMUM GLIDE (90 KIAS)

3. Throttles .................................................................................... CLOSE (IF


TIME PERMITS)

4. Controls .................................................................... AS REQUIRED FOR


AUTOROTATIVE LANDING

MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES
ENGINE HOT START
Indications
A hot start is caused by excessive fuel in the combustion chamber and delayed
fuel ignition. The result is flames emitting from the tail pipe and/or exces-
sive ITT indication. Internal and external damage can result.

Procedure
Abort start of affected engine as follows:

1. Throttle ............................................................................ CLOSED (KEEP


STARTER ENGAGED)

2. FUEL Switch........................................................................................ OFF

3. BOOST PUMP Switch......................................................................... OFF

4. Starter................................................................................ CONTINUE TO
ENERGIZE UNTIL
ITT DECREASES

5. Complete shutdown

6. Exit helicopter and check for damage

If ITT limits for starting were exceeded, an appropriate entry shall be


made in the helicopter logbook. The entry shall state which limit was
exceeded, the duration of time, the extreme value attained, and any
additional information essential in determining the maintenance action
required. Refer to the Engine Maintenance Manual for inspection

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requirements.

ENGINE RESTART IN FLIGHT


The conditions which would warrant an attempt to restart the engine would
probably be a flameout, caused by a malfunction of the automatic mode of
the fuel control unit. The decision to attempt an engine restart during flight
is the pilot’s responsibility.

CAUTION
If the cause of engine failure is obviously mechani-
cal as evidenced by abnormal sounds, do not attempt
a restart.

Procedure
Position the controls of the affected engine to attempt restart as follows:

1. Throttle ........................................................................................ CLOSED

2. BOOST PUMP Switch ......................................................................... ON

3. FUEL XFEED Switch .................................................................... NORM

4. FUEL Switch ........................................................................................ ON

5. GOV Switch .............................................................................. MANUAL

6. GEN Switch ........................................................................................ OFF

CAUTION
OEI performance can be affected during generator-
assisted start (with both BATTERY switches on).

7. For nonassisted battery start (if No. 1 engine failed):

BATTERY BUS 2 Switch


(normal engine) .................................................................................... OFF

BATTERY BUS 1 Switch


(affected engine) .................................................................................... ON

8. START Switch.................................................................................. ENG 1

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Observe starter limitations.

9. Engine Oil Pressure ................................................ INDICATING A RISE

CAUTION
When restarting an engine in manual fuel control
mode, carefully monitor ITT.

10. Throttle ..................................................... OPEN SLOWLY AT 12% GAS


PROD RPM (N1) UNTIL
ITT BEGINS TO RISE

NOTE
Do not open throttle further until ITT and GAS PROD RPM
(N 1 ) stabilize.

11. START Switch.......................................................... CENTERED AT 55%


GAS PROD RPM (N1)

CAUTION
When operating in manual fuel control mode, make
slow, smooth, coordinated throttle and collective move-
ments to avoid compressor stall, overtemp, under-
speed/overspeed, and possible drive train damage.

12. Throttle................................................................... INCREASE SLOWLY;


ADJUST AS REQUIRED TO
CONTROL TORQUE, ITT,
AND GAS PROD RPM (N1)

NOTE
If torque of affected engine is controlled slightly
(approximately 4%) below torque of normal engine,
rotor rpm will be governed within limits automati-
cally by normal engine.

13. GEN Switches (both)............................................................................. ON

14. BATTERY BUS 2 Switch...................................................................... ON

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15. Fuel TRANS Switch (affected engine).................................................. ON

16. Fuel INTCON Switch...................................................................... NORM

17. Land as soon as practical.

If restart was unsuccessful, secure the affected engine as prescribed in the


Single Engine Failure procedure.

ENGINE FUEL CONTROL MALFUNCTIONS


Components of each engine fuel control system subject to malfunction are
the manual fuel control unit, the automatic fuel control unit (containing the
gas producer turbine governor), the power turbine governor, and the torque
control unit. In-flight determination of which component has malfunctioned
is virtually impossible and is irrelevant to the required corrective action. The
pilot; therefore, is tasked with interpreting the abnormal indications only so
far as to determine which engine has been affected, and which way, in order
to perform the proper corrective action.

The primary indications of a fuel control failure usually will be a TORQUE


split and an accompanying increase or decrease in ENG RPM (N 2) and ROTOR
RPM. The indications of TORQUE, GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ), and ITT gages
alone will not distinguish a high side failure from a low side failure. The triple
tachometer must be checked for high or low ENG/ROTOR RPM indications.

NOTE
Normal deviation of ROTOR RPM from the governed
setting may occur when large collective changes are
made, but should not be confused with fuel control fail-
ure unless a large steady-state torque split occurs.

The indications of a high side or a low side fuel control failure will vary in
accordance with the specific cause of failure and the total power demand at
the time of failure.

High Side Fuel Control Failure


If there is a low power demand (less than single engine power available) at the
time of high side failure, ROTOR RPM and ENG RPM (N 2 ) of the affected en-
gine will increase considerably above the governed value. TORQUE, ITT and
GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ) of the affected engine will also increase. As ENG RPM
(N 2 ) and ROTOR RPM increase above the governed value, the normal engine
will reduce power to keep itself from overspeeding and will indicate significantly
lower TORQUE, ITT and GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ) than the affected engine.

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If there is a high power demand (greater than single-engine power available)


at the time of high side failure, ROTOR RPM and ENG RPM (N 2 ) of the af-
fected engine will surge initially, along with TORQUE, ITT and GAS PROD
RPM (N 1 ). As ENG RPM (N 2 ) and ROTOR RPM increase, the normal engine
will reduce power to keep itself from overspeeding. The affected engine then
tries to assume all of the load, which is beyond its capability, due to the high
power demand. ENG RPM (N 2) of the affected engine (and ROTOR RPM) will
then decrease and rejoin the ENG RPM (N 2 ) of the normal engine, stabiliz-
ing at or slightly above the governed value as the normal engine adjusts
power output to share the load.

Indications
• High ENG RPM (N 2 ) and rotor rpm, possibly with RPM caution light

• Definite TORQUE split (proportional to power demand)

• High GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ), ITT and TORQUE on affected engine

• Return of ENG RPM (N 2 ) and rotor rpm to governed value (if power
demand is very high)

Procedure

CAUTION

If corrective action is not initiated immediately, ROTOR


RPM could overspeed excessively.

1. Collective........................................................ ADJUST AS NECESSARY


TO MAINTAIN ROTOR RPM

2. Affected Engine ........................................................................ IDENTIFY

3. Throttle (affected engine) ................................. REDUCE TO MAINTAIN


TORQUE AT OR SLIGHTLY
BELOW TORQUE OF
NORMAL ENGINE

4. Throttle Frictions............................................... TIGHTEN ON NORMAL


ENGINE; REDUCE ON
AFFECTED ENGINE

5. Throttle (affected engine)............................................ REDUCE TO IDLE

6. GOV Switch (affected engine) ................................................... MANUAL

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CAUTION
When operating in manual fuel control mode, make
slow, smooth, coordinated throttle and collective
movements to avoid compressor stall, overtemp, un-
derspeed/overspeed, and possible drive train dam-
age.

8. Throttle (affected engine) ....................................... INCREASE SLOWLY


ADJUST AS REQUIRED

Adjust throttle and collective as required to maintain torque of affected


engine slightly below torque of normal engine.

9. MASTER CAUTION Light ............................................................ RESET

10. Land as soon as practical.

Low Side Fuel Control Failure


If there is a low power demand (less than single engine power available) at
the time of low side failure, ROTOR RPM and ENG RPM (N 2 ) of the affected
engine will decrease and stabilize at or slightly below the governed value.
TORQUE, ITT and GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ) of the affected engine will also de-
crease. As ROTOR RPM decreases, the normal engine will increase TORQUE
output to assume the load. If power demand is near zero, there may not be a
significant TORQUE split.

If there is a high power demand (greater than single engine power available)
at the time of low side failure, ROTOR RPM will decrease along with ENG RPM
(N 2 ), TORQUE, ITT, and GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ) of the affected engine. As
ROTOR RPM decreases, the normal engine will increase to maximum power
to assume the load, causing significant increases in TORQUE, ITT and GAS
PROD RPM (N 1), while ENG RPM (N 2) will remain below the governed value.

Indications
• Low ENG RPM (N 2) and ROTOR RPM (possibly with RPM caution light
and audio if power demand is in excess of single engine power available)

• TORQUE split (proportional to power demand)

• Low GAS PROD RPM (N 1 ), ITT and TORQUE on affected engine

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Procedure
WARNING

If corrective action is not initiated immediately, rotor


rpm could decay excessively.

1. Collective........................................................ ADJUST AS NECESSARY


TO MAINTAIN ROTOR RPM

2. Airspeed ........................................................................................ 65 KIAS

3. Affected Engine ........................................................................ IDENTIFY

4. Throttle Frictions............................................... TIGHTEN ON NORMAL


ENGINE; REDUCE ON
AFFECTED ENGINE

5. Throttle (affected engine)............................................ REDUCE TO IDLE

6. GOV Switch (affected engine) ................................................... MANUAL

CAUTION
When operating in manual fuel control mode, make
slow, smooth, coordinated throttle and collective move-
ments to avoid compressor stall, overtemp, under-
speed/overspeed, and possible drive train damage.

7. Throttle (affected engine) ....................................... INCREASE SLOWLY

Adjust throttle and collective as required to maintain torque of affected


engine slightly below torque of normal engine.

8. MASTER CAUTION Light ............................................................ RESET

9. Land as soon as practical.

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Governor Actuator Failure (Full Increase)


Indications
• ENG RPM (N 2 ) and rotor rpm increase to approximately 101%
• RPM INCR/DECR switch inoperative

Procedure
If this failure occurs during takeoff or landing, no immediate corrective ac-
tion is necessary to complete either maneuver.
As soon as practical, roll back both throttles to maintain 97 to 100% ENG RPM
(N 2 ). Further adjustment of collective and throttles simultaneously will allow
full power at pilot’s discretion.
Land as soon as practical.

Governor Actuator Failure (Full Decrease)


Published Flight Manual performance may not be attainable.

ELECTRICAL POWER FAILURES


DC Power Failure
Indications
• DC GENERATOR caution light illuminates
• All lighting and avionics on the nonessential buses inoperative

Procedure
1. GEN FIELD and GEN
RESET circuit breakers ............................................................ CHECK IN

2. GEN Switch (affected generator)................................. RESET, THEN ON

If a generator remains inoperative proceed as follows:


3. GEN Switch (affected generator)......................................................... OFF

4. MASTER CAUTION light.............................................................. RESET

5. If No. 2 generator failed:

BATTERY BUS 2 Switch .................................................................... OFF

BATTERY BUS 1 Switch...................................................................... ON

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6. NON-ESNTL BUS Switch ........................................................ MANUAL

7. DC AMPS ................................................................................. MONITOR


If load exceeds limit:
NON-ESNTL BUS Switch................................................... AS DESIRED
Switch off unnecessary equipment as required.

If both generators fail and neither will reset, proceed as follows:

CAUTION
Do not select EMERG LOAD at pressure altitudes
above 5,000 feet. Both fuel boost pumps will become
inoperative, resulting in possible fuel starvation.

8. EMERG LOAD Switch ........................................................ AS DESIRED

NOTE
A fully charged battery provides electrical power for
approximately 30 minutes under normal conditions.
With EMERG LOAD switch in EMERG LOAD po-
sition, the battery provides approximately 90 minutes
of electrical power.

9. Land as soon as practical.

AC Power Failure
Indications
• INVERTER 1 or 2 caution light illuminates

• Possible loss of power to certain AC instruments (with no INVERTER


caution light)

Procedure
If either INVERTER caution light illuminates, proceed as follows:

1. AC VOLTS..................................................................................... CHECK

Check to determine that remaining inverter has assumed all AC loads.

2. INV PWR Circuit Breakers .................................................... CHECK IN

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3. HP1 or HP2 Button (affected system) ....................................... PRESS TO


REENGAGE
HELIPILOT

If power is lost only to certain AC instruments, but INVERTER caution lights


remain out, proceed as follows:

1. AC FEEDERS Circuit
Breakers (8 each) ...................................................................... CHECK IN

During IFR flight, if both inverters fail, land as soon as practical, or continue
flight under VFR, if desired.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE


This helicopter has two independent hydraulic boost systems, both of which
supply power to the flight control system for the main rotor. The tail rotor
control system is powered by system 1 only.

If a hydraulic system failure occurs shortly after the helicopter has been cold
soaked at or below –25°C (–13°F), some resistance may occur when the
cyclic is near control position extremes. This resistance can be overcome by
increased pilot effort.

Indications
• No. 1 or No. 2 HYDRAULIC caution light illuminated

• Abnormal (low, high, or fluctuating) hydraulic pressure in the


affected system

• Possible high temperature in affected system

• Increased pedal forces (if system 1 failed)

• Increased cyclic forces near control extremes (cold weather only)

Procedure
If either hydraulic system fails, or if system temperature or pressure exceeds
limits, proceed as follows:

WARNING

Do not extend flight with failed hydraulic system. The


helicopter is not controllable with both hydraulic
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WARNING

During cold weather operation, avoid high rates of


climb. Make approaches and landings into the wind.
Avoid extended hovering and do not hover with the
wind coming from the aft left quadrant.

1. Affected System ................................................ IDENTIFY POSITIVELY

2. HYDR SYS Switch


(affected system) .................................................................................. OFF

3. MASTER CAUTION Light ............................................................ RESET

4. Land as soon as possible

AUTOMATIC FLIGHT CONTROLS SYSTEM


AFCS MALFUNCTIONS
The automatic flight control system can be affected by malfunctions of pilot
or copilot attitude gyro, either inverter, or by other electrical malfunctions.
Failure of the No. 1 hydraulic system will render yaw SAS inoperative but
will not affect pitch or roll SAS or ATT mode functions. Failure of No. 2 hy-
draulic system will not affect AFCS.

If both helipilots are disengaged, the following procedures do not apply.

AFCS Fails to Engage or Disengages


Indications
• AFCS caution light illuminated

• HP1 or HP2 off (button not illuminated)

• Possible erratic API indications on HP1 or HP2

• Possible ATT flag displayed on pilot or copilot attitude indicator

• Possible illumination of INVERTER 1 or 2 caution light

NOTE
If inverter 1 or 2 fails, HP1 or HP2 will disengage,
but can be reengaged by pressing the respective but-
ton on the AFCS control panel.

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Procedure
1. Airspeed .............................................. REDUCE TO 115 KIAS OR LESS

2. INV 1 and 2 Switches ............................................................................ ON


Check No. 1 and No. 2 INVERTER caution lights extinguished.

3. Pilot and Copilot’s ADIs .......................................... CHECK ATT FLAGS


RETRACTED, INDICATORS
FUNCTIONING PROPERLY

4. Check the following circuit breakers are in:

CAUTION
Do not attempt to reset any circuit breaker more
than once.

a. INV 1 PWR and INV 2 PWR

b. AC FEEDERS

c. NO. 1 and NO. 2 ESNTL BUS FEEDERS (on main DC)

d. AFCS (No. 1 and No. 2)

e. AFCS 26.5V (No. 1 and No. 2)

f. AFCS 115V (No. 1 and No. 2)

g. PILOT and CPLT ATTD SYS

5. HP1 or HP2 button


(affected system) ....................................................................... PRESS TO
REENGAGE

If either helipilot will not reengage, or if abnormal control disturbance oc-


curs, proceed as follows:
6. Affected Helipilot ................................................................. DISENGAGE

7. If IFR, land as soon as practical; or continue flight under VFR, if desired.

If both helipilots fail to reengage, proceed as follows:


8. Airspeed................................................................................ AS DESIRED

9. If IFR, land as soon as practical; or continue flight under VFR, if desired.

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AFCS Fails to Hold Attitude Procedure


1. FORCE TRIM Switch............................................................. CHECK ON

2. SAS/ATT Button....................................................... CHECK ATT LIGHT


ILLUMINATED

If malfunction persists, follow procedure for AFCS FAILS TO ENGAGE OR


DISENGAGES.

AFCS Hardover or Abnormal Control


Disturbance
Procedure
WARNING

If HP1 or HP2 fails or is disengaged, reduce airspeed


to 115 KIAS or less.

1. Cyclic FORCE TRIM


Release Button ................................................................................. PRESS
Correct helicopter attitude with cyclic and pedals, then release button.

2. Airspeed............................................................................ REDUCE to 115


KIAS OR LESS

3. Actuator Position Indicators............................................... CHECK BOTH


SYSTEMS
If any API shows maximum displacement or erratic operation of any
actuator, switch affected helipilot OFF.

4. If IFR, land as soon as practical; or continue flight under VFR, if desired.

Autotrim Runaway
An autotrim runaway can occur only when both HP1 and HP2 are on in ATT mode.

Indications
An autotrim runaway in flight will be evidenced by the cyclic stick being driven
in a direction opposite to the actuator position indications (HP1 or HP2). This
condition occurs because the series actuators will be driven to limit author-
ity to compensate for the autotrim runaway. When the actuators are saturated
(on stops), the helicopter will respond to the runaway trim command; how-
ever, with both HP1 and HP2 operative, the autotrim will be cut off auto-
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Procedure
1. Cyclic FORCE TRIM
Release Button..................................................... DEPRESS TO CENTER
ACTUATORS AND RETRIM
TO DESIRED ATTITUDE

2. Airspeed ......................................................................... REDUCE TO 115


KIAS OR LESS

NOTE
It is preferable to turn HP2 off to retain yaw stabilization.

3. HP2 or HP1 .......................................................................................... OFF

4. APIs.................................................................................. MONITOR FOR


PROPER OPERATION

5. If IFR, land as soon as practical; or continue flight under VFR, if desired.

STICK CENTERING INDICATOR FAILURE


Indication
• CYC CTR caution lights fail to illuminate when cyclic is displaced
1.5 inches or more from the center position while RPM caution light
is illuminated.

Procedure
1. Maintain ROTOR between 97 and 100% rpm for ground operation before
beginning ENGINE SHUTDOWN procedures.

CABIN HEATER MALFUNCTION


A malfunction in the bleed-air heater controls may or may not cause heater
to become inoperative.

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Indications
• HEATER AIR LINE caution light illuminates
• Heated air flow does not shut off when thermostat knob is turned to
full cold position

Procedure
1. HEATER Switch ...................................................... OFF IMMEDIATELY
2. CABIN HTR Circuit Breaker......................................... CHECK; IF OUT,
DO NOT RESET

FUEL QUANTITY INDICATIONS MALFUNCTION


Indication
• FUEL QTY indication goes to zero from a previously normal condi-
tion. (Possible power failure to the fuel signal conditioner.)

NOTE
A power failure to the signal conditioner will disable
the FUEL LOW caution light and alter the FUEL
TRANS caution indication for affected fuel system.
Refer to Table EM-SP-2.

Procedure
1. FUEL QTY Circuit Breaker........................................................RECYCLE
(AFFECTED SIDE)
2. FUEL INTCON Switch ......................................................................OPEN

NOTE
Allow sufficient time for fuel levels to equalize.
Approximate fuel loads may be obtained by dou-
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STATIC PORT OBSTRUCTION


Indication
• Erratic readings from the AIRSPEED indicator, VERTICAL SPEED
indicator, and altimeter when operating helicopter in rain with the
STATIC SOURCE switch in PRI position

Procedure
1. Windows and vents ...........................................................................CLOSE

2. HEATER Switch ....................................................................................OFF

2. STATIC SOURCE Switch...................................................................ALTN

NOTE
This procedure selects an alternate static source
(cabin air) for pilot side instruments only.

COMMUNICATIONS
INTERCOM FAILURE
Indication
• Weak reception in headset

• No reception in headset

1. Check headset connection.

2. Verify volume and ICS controls set properly.

3. Cycle ICS circuit breaker out and in.

4. For single pilot operations only with Emergency Communications panel


installed:

a. Plug headset into EMERGENCY COMM jack (above and behind pilot
position).

b. Select desired radio on copilot ICS panel.

c. Key selected radio with EMERGENCY COMM switch (on center


pedestal).

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COMMUNICATIONS RADIO FAILURE


Indication
• Weak reception in radio

• No reception in radio

Procedure
1. Verify proper radio selected.

2. Verify volume properly adjusted.

3. Verify frequency properly set.

4. Cycle appropriate circuit breaker out and in.

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LIMITATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS


CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL OPERATING LIMITATIONS ..................................... LIM-1
Basis of Certification .............................................................. LIM-1
Type of Operation ................................................................... LIM-1
Required Equipment—AFCS ................................................. LIM-1
Required Equipment—IFR..................................................... LIM-1
Optional Equipment................................................................ LIM-2
FLIGHT CREW LIMITATIONS ..................................................... LIM-2
DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED ..................................................... LIM-2
WEIGHT AND CG LIMITATIONS ............................................... LIM-3
Weight Limits ......................................................................... LIM-3
Longitudinal Center-of-Gravity Limits .................................. LIM-3
Lateral Center-of-Gravity Limits............................................ LIM-3
LOADING LIMITATIONS.............................................................. LIM-3
Passenger Loading .................................................................. LIM-3
Internal Cargo Loading........................................................... LIM-5
CLIMB AND DESCENT LIMITATIONS....................................... LIM-5
ALTITUDE LIMITATIONS ............................................................ LIM-5
AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS ........................ LIM-5
HEIGHT-VELOCITY LIMITATIONS ........................................... LIM-7
MANEUVERING LIMITATIONS .................................................. LIM-7
SLOPE LANDING LIMITATIONS ............................................... LIM-7
ELECTRICAL LIMITATIONS ....................................................... LIM-7
Battery Limitations ................................................................. LIM-7
Generator Limitations............................................................. LIM-9
Engine Starter Limitations...................................................... LIM-9
Ground Power Starts............................................................... LIM-9
HEATER ........................................................................................ LIM-10

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ROTOR BRAKE LIMITATIONS ................................................. LIM-10


FUEL AND OIL LIMITATIONS .................................................. LIM-10
Fuel ....................................................................................... LIM-10
Engine and Combining Gearbox Oil .................................... LIM-10
Transmission, Intermediate and Tail Rotor Gearbox Oil...... LIM-10
HYDRAULIC LIMITATIONS ...................................................... LIM-10
ENGINE RESTART LIMITATIONS ............................................ LIM-11
ENGINE TORQUE LIMITATIONS ............................................. LIM-11
Twin-Engine Operation ........................................................ LIM-11
AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS........................................................... LIM-11
AREAS, DIMENSIONS, WEIGHTS, AND CAPACITIES.......... LIM-16
Airframe ............................................................................... LIM-16
Main Rotor ........................................................................... LIM-16
Tail Rotor.............................................................................. LIM-16
Engine................................................................................... LIM-17
Transmission Rating ............................................................. LIM-17
Weights ................................................................................. LIM-17
Fuel ....................................................................................... LIM-17
Engine Oil............................................................................. LIM-17
Transmission Oil................................................................... LIM-17
Cargo Area............................................................................ LIM-18
Usable Cubage...................................................................... LIM-18
Cargo Door Opening ............................................................ LIM-18
Hoist Penalty Region............................................................ LIM-20
AHRS Alignment ................................................................. LIM-20

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ILLUSTRATIONS

Figure Title Page


LIM-1 Gross Weight Center-of-Gravity Charts ...................... LIM-4
LIM-2 Weight-Altitude-Temperature Limitations for Takeoff,
Landing, and In-Ground-Effect Maneuvers................ LIM-6
LIM-3 Height-Velocity Diagram (OEI) ................................... LIM-8
LIM-4 Maximum Speed-Sideward and Rearward Flight,
Crosswind and Tailwind at a Hover ........................... LIM-13
LIM-5 Placards and Decals ..................................................... LIM-15
LIM-6 Inspection and Servicing ............................................ LIM-19
LIM-7 Longitudinal/Lateral C.G.
Envelope for Hoist Operations .................................. LIM-21

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GENERAL OPERATING LIMITATIONS
Compliance with the limitations in this section is required by appropriate
operating rules.

BASIS OF CERTIFICATION
This helicopter is certified under FAR Part 29, Category “A” and “B.”

TYPE OF OPERATION
The basic configured helicopter is approved as a fifteen-place helicopter and
is certified for operation under day or night VFR and IFR non-icing conditions.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT—AFCS
AFCS shall be disengaged or operated in SAS mode during prolonged ground
operation, except as required for AFCS check.

Digital AFCS preflight test (level 1 minimum) shall be accomplished prior


to first flight of the day or before planned flight into IMC.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT—IFR
In addition to the basic equipment required for certification, the 412-705-006
IFR Kit shall be installed and the following equipment shall be operational
for IFR flight:

• Both helipilots HP 1 and HP 2 shall be engaged in ATT mode during


IFR flight.

• Heated pitot-static system

• Pilot windshield wiper

• 3-inch standby attitude indicator

• Two VHF communications radios

• Two navigation receivers with auxiliary equipment appropriate to in-


tended IFR route of flight

• DME equipment

• ATC transponder

• Marker beacon receiver

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• Pilot IVSI

• Force trim

• Roof window blackout curtains

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Refer to appropriate Flight Manual supplement(s) for additional limitations,
procedures, and performance data with optional equipment installed.

FLIGHT CREW LIMITATIONS


The minimum flight crew consists of one pilot who shall operate the helicopter
from the right crew seat. Refer to Section 1 of the Manufacturer’s Data for
minimum crew weight.

The left crew seat may be used for an additional pilot when the approved dual
controls and copilot instrument kits are installed.

DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED


Helicopter may be flown with doors open or removed only with Bell Standard
Interior (412-705-501) or Bell Deluxe Interior (412-705-500) installed. Flight
operation is approved for following alternative configurations during VFR
conditions only:

Symmetrical configurations:

• Both crew doors removed.

• Both sliding doors locked open or removed with both hinged panels
installed or removed.

Asymmetrical configurations:

• Cargo doors can be opened or closed asymmetrically, to a locked po-


sition, with following restrictions:

• Two way communications between pilot and cabin crew member.

• All crew members and passengers are secured with an approved


restraint.

NOTE
Opening or removing doors shifts helicopter center-
of-gravity and reduces V NE . Refer to the RFM,
Manufacturer’s Data, and to Airspeed Limitations.

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WEIGHT AND CG LIMITATIONS


WEIGHT LIMITS
Maximum gross weight for takeoff and landing is 11,600 pounds (5,262
kilograms). The SP, HP and EP models, maximum gross weight for take-
off and landing is 11,900 pounds (5,398 kilograms).

Refer to Weight-Altitude-Temperature Limitations chart (Figure LIM-2) for


maximum allowable weight for takeoff, landing, and IGE hover operation.

The minimum gross weight for flight is 6,400 pounds (2,903 kilograms).

The minimum combined crew weight at fuselage station 47.0 is 170


pounds (77.1 kilograms).

LONGITUDINAL CENTER-OF-GRAVITY LIMITS


Longitudinal center-of-gravity limits vary from station 130 to 144, depending on
gross weight. Refer to the Gross Weight Center-of-Gravity Chart (Figure LIM-1).

LATERAL CENTER-OF-GRAVITY LIMITS


Lateral center-of-gravity limitations are 4.5 inches (114.3 millimeters) left
and right of the fuselage centerline for all gross weights.

LOADING LIMITATIONS
NOTE
Refer to the Weight and Balance section of the
Manufacturer’s Data for loading tables to be used in
weight/CG computations.

PASSENGER LOADING
The outboard facing seats should not be occupied unless at least four of the
forward or aft facing passenger seats are occupied.

The above loading procedure does not apply if cargo or a combination of cargo
and passengers are being transported. It shall then be the pilot’s responsibility
to ensure that the helicopter is properly loaded so that the entire flight is
conducted within the limits of the Gross Weight Center-of-Gravity Charts
(Figure LIM-1).

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13,000

135.1 141.4
12,000 11,900

11,000
GROSS WEIGHT—LB

10,000

9,000
8,800 FORWARD LIMIT AFT LIMIT

8,000

7,000

6,400
130.4 MINIMUM WEIGHT
6,000
130 132 134 136 138 140 142 144
LONGITUDINAL C.G. FUSELAGE STA.—IN.
ENGLISH UNITS

5,800
5,600
3,432 3,592
5,400 5,398
5,200
GROSS WEIGHT—KILOGRAMS

5,000
4,800
4,600
4,400
4,200
3,992 FORWARD LIMIT AFT LIMIT
3,800
3,600
3,400
3,200
3,000 2,948
2,800 2,903
3,312 MINIMUM WEIGHT 3,658
2,600
3,250 3,300 3,350 3,400 3,450 3,500 3,550 3,600 3,650
LONGITUDINAL C.G.~FUSELAGE STA.—MM.
METRIC UNITS

Figure LIM-1. Gross Weight Center-of-Gravity Charts


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INTERNAL CARGO LOADING


The maximum allowable deck loading for cargo is 100 pounds per square foot
(4.9 kg/100 sq cm). Deck mounted cargo tiedown fittings are provided and
have an airframe structural capacity of 1,250 pounds (567.0 kilograms) ver-
tical and 500 pounds (226.8 kilograms) horizontal per fitting. Provisions for
installation of cargo tiedown fittings are incorporated in the aft cabin bulk-
head and transmission support structure and have an airframe structural ca-
pacity of 1,250 pounds (567.0 kilograms) at 90 degrees to the bulkhead and
500 pounds (226.8 kilograms) in any direction parallel to the bulkhead. Cargo
shall be secured by an approved restraint method that will not impede access
to the cargo in the event of an emergency.

A second crewmember is required if cargo consists of flammable materials.


Second crewmember shall have access throughout cabin to perform duties of
fire fighting and ventilating the cabin to remove smoke and toxic fumes in
event of emergency. Approved protective breathing equipment is required for
each crewmember when transporting flammable cargo in cabin.

Baggage compartment has a load limit of 400 pounds (181 kilograms), not to
exceed 100 pounds per square foot (4.9 kg/100sq cm).

CLIMB AND DESCENT LIMITATIONS


The maximum IFR rate of climb or descent is 1,000 feet per minute.

The maximum IFR approach slope is 5 degrees.

ALTITUDE LIMITATIONS
The maximum operating pressure altitude is 20,000 feet (6,096 meters).

The maximum density altitude for takeoff, landing, and in-ground-effect ma-
neuvers is 14,000 feet (4,267 meters). Refer to the Weight-Altitude-Temperature
Limitations Chart (Figure LIM-2).

Above 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) pressure altitude, restart shall be attempted
in manual fuel control mode only.

Below 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) pressure altitude, restart may be attempted
in either manual or automatic fuel control mode.

NOTE
Refer to applicable operating rules for high altitude
oxygen requirements.

AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS


The maximum sea level ambient air temperature for operation is +51.7° C
(+125° F) and decreases with pressure altitude at the standard lapse rate of
2° C (3.6° F) per 1,000 feet (305 meters) to 20,000 feet (6,096 meters).

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WEIGHT—ALTITUDE—TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS
FOR TAKEOFF, LANDING AND IN-GROUND EFFECT MANEUVERS
NOTE: ALLOWABLE GROSS WEIGHTS OBTAINED
FROM THIS CHART MAY EXCEED CONTINUOUS
HOVER CAPABILITY UNDER CERTAIN AMBIENT
CONDITIONS. REFER TO HOVER CEILING CHARTS
IN SECTION 4.
14,000 FT.
DEN. ALT. LIMIT
000
14,
000
12,

MAXIMUM
GROSS WEIGHT
000

LIMIT
10,

MAX OAT
00
8,0
00
6,0

MIN
OAT
00
4,0

T.
—F
00
2,0

DE
ITU
EL
EV
ALT
AL
RE
SE
SU
ES
PR

10,900 LB

11.9

–40 –20 0 20 40 60 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000


CONDITIONS: OAT — °C
OAT—28° C 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
PA—4,000 FT
Figure LIM-2. Weight-Altitude-Temperature Limitations for Takeoff,
Landing, and In-Ground-Effect Maneuvers

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Minimum ambient temperature for operation at all altitudes with engine


oil pressure/temperature indicator 209-070-262-113 installed is –40°C
(–40°F).

The minimum ambient temperature for operation at all altitudes with en-
gine oil pressure/temperature indicator 209-070-262-109 installed is
–34°C (–30°F).

NOTE
During extremely cold ambient temperatures, idle
rpm will be high and the ENGINE OIL pressure
may exceed maximum limits for up to two minutes
after starting.

NOTE
Either engine oil pressure/temperature gage shall
be installed in pairs.

HEIGHT-VELOCITY LIMITATIONS
The height-velocity limitations are critical in the event of single engine
failure during takeoff, landing, or other operation near the surface (Figure
LIM-3). The AVOID area of the Height-Velocity diagram defines the
combinations of airspeed and height above ground from which a safe sin-
gle engine landing on a smooth, level, firm surface cannot be assured.

The Height-Velocity diagram is valid only when the Weight-Altitude-


Temperature limitations are not exceeded (Figure LIM-2). The diagram
does not define the conditions which assure continued flight following an
engine failure nor the conditions from which a safe power-off landing can
be made.

MANEUVERING LIMITATIONS
Aerobatic maneuvers are prohibited.

SLOPE LANDING LIMITATIONS


Slope landings are limited to side slopes not to exceed 10 degrees.

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HEIGHT-VELOCITY DIAGRAM
FOR SMOOTH, LEVEL, FIRM SURFACES

400 120
AND ABOVE
NOTE HELICOPTER CONFIGURATION AND ABOVE
380 SHALL COMPLY WITH THE WEIGHT-
375 114.3
ALTITUDE-TEMPERATURE LIMITS AS
360 PRESENTED IN FIGURE 5-1 FOR HEIGHT- 110
VELOCITY DIAGRAM TO BE VALID.
340
100
320

300 90

SKID HEIGHT ABOVE SURVACE—METERS


280
SKID HEIGHT ABOVE SURVACE—FEET

260 80

240
70
220

200 60

180

160 50

140
40
120

100 30

80
20
60

40
10
20 4.9
16
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 VNE
INDICATED AIRSPEED—KNOTS

Figure LIM-3. Height-Velocity Diagram (OEI)

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ELECTRICAL LIMITATIONS
BATTERY LIMITATIONS
The maximum battery case temperature is 54.5° C (130° F), as indicated
by illumination of the BATTERY TEMP warning light.

WARNING

The battery shall not be used for engine start after


illumination of BATTERY TEMP light. The bat-
tery shall be removed and serviced in accordance
with manufacturer’s instructions prior to return to
service.

The minimum ambient temperature for battery start when battery and
helicopter have been cold soaked is –25° C (–13° F).

GENERATOR LIMITATIONS
• Continuous operation — 0 to 75 amps

• Caution — 75 to 150 amps

NOTE
During OEI operation electrical loads may have
to be reduced to remain below maximum continu-
ous limits.

• Maximum continuous — 150 amps (each)

NOTE
The ammeter needle may deflect full scale
momentarily during generator-assisted start of the
second engine.

ENGINE STARTER LIMITATIONS


Starter energizing times shall be limited as follows:

• 30 seconds ON

• 60 seconds OFF

• 30 seconds ON

• 5 minutes OFF

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• 30 seconds ON

• 15 minutes OFF

GROUND POWER STARTS


28-VDC ground power units for starting shall be limited to 1,000 amps maximum.

HEATER
Heater shall not be operated when OAT is above 21° C (69.8° F).

ROTOR BRAKE LIMITATIONS


Engine starts with rotor brake engaged are prohibited. Rotor brake applica-
tion is limited to ground operation and shall not be applied until both engines
are shut down and rotor rpm has decreased to 40% N R or below.

FUEL AND OIL LIMITATIONS


NOTE
Refer to Manufacturer’s Data, Section 4, for lists of
approved fuels, oils, and vendors.

FUEL
Fuel conforming to ASTM D-1655 Type B, NATO F-40, or MIL-T-5624
Grade JP-4 may be used at all ambient temperatures.

Fuel conforming to ASTM D-1655 Type A or A-1, NATO F-44, MIL-T-5624


Grade JP-5 NATO F-34, or MIL-T-8 3133, Grade JP-8, limited to ambient tem-
perature above –30° C (–22° F).

ENGINE AND COMBINING GEARBOX OIL


Oil conforming to PWA Specification No. 521 Type I and MIL-L-7808 may
be used at all ambient temperatures.

Oil conforming to PWA Specification No. 521 Type II and MIL-L-23699


(NATO O-156), or DOD-L-85734 as limited to ambient temperatures above
–40° C (–40° F).

TRANSMISSION, INTERMEDIATE AND TAIL ROTOR


GEARBOX OIL
Oil conforming to DOD-L-85734AS (Turbine Oil 555), MIL-L-23699 (NATO
O-156), or MIL-L-7808 may be used at all approved ambient temperatures.

NOTE
DOD-L-85734AS or MIL-L-23699 is recommended.

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HYDRAULIC LIMITATIONS
NOTE
Refer to RFM-Manufacturer’s Data, Section 4 for ap-
proved fluids and vendors.

Hydraulic fluid type MIL-H-5606 (NATO H-515) shall be used at all ambi-
ent temperatures.

Both hydraulic systems shall be operative prior to takeoff.

WARNING

The helicopter is not controllable with both hydraulic


boost systems inoperative.

ENGINE RESTART LIMITS


Above 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) pressure altitude, restart shall be attempted
in manual fuel control mode only.

Below 15,000 feet (4,572 meters) pressure altitude, restart may be attempted
in either manual or automatic fuel control mode.

ENGINE TORQUE LIMITS


TWIN-ENGINE OPERATION
The maximum allowable engine torque differential is 4% during normal op-
eration. Refer to the Transmission Torque Limits.

AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
The minimum IFR airspeed is 60 KIAS.

Basic V NE is 140 KIAS from sea level to 3,000 feet density altitude at all
gross weights. V NE decreases for ambient conditions in accordance with
airspeed limitations placard (Figure LIM-5).

The airspeed shall not exceed 105 KIAS (or placard V NE , if less) when op-
erating above maximum continuous transmission torque 84% and 81% for
SP, HP and EP.
V NE with only one helipilot/autopilot engaged is 115 KIAS (or placarded V NE,
if less). If both helipilots/autopilots are disengaged, basic V NE applies.

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V NE , for steady state autorotation, is:

• 105 KIAS at or below 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) pressure altitude.

• 80 KIAS above 10,000 feet (3,048 meters) pressure altitude.

V NE with doors open or removed is 60 KIAS with energy attenuating pas-


senger seats installed.

V NE with doors symmetrically open or removed is 100 KIAS with Bell


Helicopter Installed Blanket Interior (412-705-501) or Deluxe Interior
(412-705-500).

The maximum allowable airspeed for sideward or rearward flight at or below


3,000 feet HD is 35 knots. (See Figure LIM-4 for additional limitations.)

The maximum allowable tailwind or crosswind speeds for hover opera-


tions at or below 3,000 feet HD is 35 knots. (See Figure LIM-4 for ad-
ditional limitations.)

V NE with cargo doors opened asymmetrically is 80 KIAS.

V NE with cargo doors in transit or in an unlocked position is 60 KIAS.

V NE with doors symmetrically open or removed is 60 KIAS with Bell


Helicopter installed energy attenuating passenger seats (412-706-002).

NOTE
Asymmetric door configuration is not authorized
with energy attenuating seats installed.

Refer to the Critical Relative Wind Azimuths diagram in Section 4 of the RFM.

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14,000 FT DENSITY ALTITUDE


LIMITED FOR IGE MANEUVERS
14,000

12,000
DENSITY ALTITUDE—FEET

10,000
WIND LIMIT

8,000

6,000

4,000

2,000

0
14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WINDSPEED—35 KNOTS

Figure LIM-4. Maximum Speed-Sideward and Rearward Flight,


Crosswind and Tailwind at a Hover (Sheet 1 of 2)

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OGE

30°
SEE
NOTE
1

270° 90°
95°

SEE
180°
NOTE
2

NOTES:
1. PEDAL CRITICAL WIND AZIMUTH—HOVERING WITH THE RELATIVE
WIND WITHIN THESE AZIMUTH ANGLES CAN RESULT IN THE FOLLOWING:
A. INABILITY TO MAINTAIN HEADING DUE TO LARGE LEFT PEDAL
REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTAIN WIND VELOCITIES.
B. REDUCTION OF AVAILABLE LEFT PEDAL CONTROL WITH A
DIRECTIONAL AFCS HARDOVER.
2. LONGITUDINAL CYCLIC CRITICAL WIND AZIMUTH—AFT CYCLIC MAY BE
LIMITED WITH LONGITUDINAL AFCS HARDOVER.

IGE 45°

SEE
NOTE
1
270° 90°

105°

SEE 180°
NOTE
2

Figure LIM-4. Maximum Speed-Sideward and Rearward Flight,


Crosswind and Tailwind at a Hover (Sheet 2 of 2)

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BASIC FUEL CAP DO NOT APPLY ROTOR BRAKE


2148 LBS ABOVE 40% RPM
WITH AUX FUEL KIT
PRESSURE ALTITUDE IN FTX11,000 412-706-007
OAT 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 3212 LBS

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°C
INDICATED VNE KNOTS 412-706-009
2389 LBS
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51.7 137 — — — — — — — — — — TWIN & 30 MIN OEL 100 8%


40 140 134 128 122 — — — — — — — 2 1/2 MIN OEL 102.4%
DO NOT OPERATE
20 140 139 133 127 121 115 109 103 97 — —
HEATER ABOVE 21
0 140 140 140 133 127 121 115 109 103 96 91 DEG C OUT AIR TEMP
–10 140 140 140 140 131 124 118 112 106 100 94
–20 140 140 140 138 133 127 121 115 108 102 96
–30 140 139 134 129 124 120 115 110 106 101 97 THIS HELICOPTER MUST BE OPERATED
IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OPERATING
–40 134 129 124 120 116 111 107 102 98 94 90
LIMITATIONS SPECIFIED IN THE FAA
AUTOROTATION VNE 85 KIAS ABOVE 10,000 FT. APPROVED ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MAN

IN ALTN POSITION MAINTAIN INSTRUMENT ACCURACY BY


CLOSING WINDOWS AIRVENTS AND TURNING HEATER OFF

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AREAS, DIMENSIONS, WEIGHTS,


AND CAPACITIES
AIRFRAME
Overall length (rotor turning) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 ft 2 in.

Fuselage length (tail rotor horizontal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 ft 11 in.

Width (rotor folded) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 ft 4 in.

Height (tail rotor horizontal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ft 5 in.

Landing gear tread (no load) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft 8 in.

MAIN ROTOR
Number of blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 ft

Chord (equivalent) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 ft 2 in

Disc area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,662 sq ft

Airfoil section:

At tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8%

At root . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23%

Engine-to-rotor gear ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20.38:1

Tip speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 780 ft/sec

RPM 100% (6,600 engine rpm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 324 rpm

TAIL ROTOR
Number of blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft 7 in.

Chord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.5 in.

Disc area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57.8 sq ft

Tip speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 745 ft/sec

RPM 100% (6,600 engine rpm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,660 rpm

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ENGINE
Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pratt and Whitney of Canada, Ltd.

Model number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PT6T-3B

Single-engine 2.5-minute power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,025 shp

Single-engine 30-minute power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 970 shp

Output (100%) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,600 rpm

TRANSMISSION RATING
Maximum continuous power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,134 shp

Takeoff 5-minute power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,400 shp

WEIGHTS
Standard configuration (approximate empty weight) . . . . . . . . . . . . 6,425 lb

Maximum gross weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11,900 lb

FUEL
Capacity:

SNs 33001 through 33107 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 U.S. gal

SNs 33108 and subsequent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337 U.S. gal

ENGINE OIL
Capacity:

Each engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6 U.S. gal

Combining gearbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.25 U.S. gal

Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.45 U.S. gal

TRANSMISSION OIL
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.75 U.S. gal

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CARGO AREA

Length (overall) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ft 8 in.

Width (floor level) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ft

Height (maximum) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ft 4 in.

USABLE CUBAGE
Main cargo space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220 cu ft

Left side copilot/passenger seat space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 cu ft

Baggage compartment space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 cu ft

CARGO DOOR OPENING


Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ft 7 in.

Width (with hinged panel open) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 ft 8 in.

Height above ground (approximate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 ft 6 in.

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SYSTEM MATERIAL

FUEL TURBINE FUEL JP-4


JP-5
JP-8

ENGINE OIL, Lubricating Oil:


LEFT AND RIGHT MIL-L-7808
POWER SECTIONS, MIL-L-23699
AND COMBINING DOD-L-85734 AS
GEARBOX

TRANSMISSION OIL Lubricating Oil:


MIL-L-7808
MIL-L-23699
DOD-L-85734 AS

INTERMEDIATE Lubricating Oil:


GEARBOX MIL-L-7808
MIL-L-23699
DOD-L-85734 AS

TAIL ROTOR Lubricating Oil:


GEARBOX MIL-L-7808
MIL-L-23699
DOD-L-85734 AS

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS Hydraulic Fluid:


MIL-L-5606

ROTOR BRAKE Hydraulic Fluid:


MIL-L-5606

BATTERY Servicing by qualified


battery shop only

ENGINE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS Nitrogen and Freon


(PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS) (Monobromotrifluoromethane)

Figure LIM-6. Inspection and Servicing

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HOIST PENALTY REGION


Pilot shall know C.G. at time of hoist operation to determine if C.G. is within
penalty region of Hoist C.G. envelope (Figure LIM-7).

Each hoist operation performed is defined as an extension and retraction of


hoist cable while hovering with any weight attached.

Refer to BHT-412-FMS-7 or BHT-412-FMS-26 for Bell Helicopter approved


Hoists.

WARNING

THIS PENALTY IS VALID FOR ALL HOIST IN-


STALLATIONS.

OPERATION IN PENALTY REGION AFFECTS


AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS OF ROTOR
COMPONENTS (REFER TO BHT-412-MM).

LIMITATIONS OF ROTOR COMPONENTS (REFER


TO BHT-412-MM).

AHRS ALIGNMENT
To perform in-flight/shipboard AHRS alignment, the following conditions must
be met:

Pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than ±10°

Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than ±5°

Yaw Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than 1°/sec

Lateral and . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Less than 0.05g


Longitudinal Acceleration

For a minimum of 30 seconds for attitude and heading to become valid.

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132
(3353)
133
(3378) PENALTY
REGION
134
(3404)
FUSELAGE STATION—INCHES (MILLIMETERS)

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136
(3454)
137
(3480)
138
(3605)
139
(3531)
140
(3556)
VNE FOR HOIST OPERATIONS—60 KIAS
141
(3556)
142
(3607)

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–7 –6 –5 –4 –3 –2 –1 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
(–178) (–152) (–127) (–102) (–76) (–51) (–25) (0) (25) (51) (76) (102) (127) (152) (178)

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LIMITATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS


412SP

CONTENTS
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POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS................................................ LIM-SP-1
INSTRUMENT MARKINGS .................................................... LIM-SP-2

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Figure Title Page
LIM-SP-1 Instrument Markings ........................................ LIM-SP-2

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412SP
POWERPLANT LIMITATIONS
• Pratt and Whitney Aircraft of Canada, Ltd. PT6T-3B

NOTE
Operation in 2- 1/2 minute or 30-minute OEI range is
intended for emergency use only, when one engine
becomes inoperative due to an actual malfunction.

Anytime an engine is operated in an OEI range, an entry shall be made in the


helicopter logbook detailing the extent of operation in excess of twin engine
takeoff power limits. This does not apply to approved ITT limits for starting.

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AIRSPEED
0 20 0 TO 30 KNOTS INDICATOR UNRELIABLE
140
30 TO 140 KNOTS CONTINUOUS OPERATION
AIRSPEED
120 40 105 KNOTS MAXIMUM FOR AUTO-
ROTATION AT OR BELOW
KNOTS 10,000 FT (3048M) HP
USE ON
100 BELL 412 ONLY
140 KNOTS VNE
60
80

DUAL TORQUE INDICATOR


8 9 10 TRANSMISSION (TWIN ENGINE OPERATION)
7 11 10 TO 81% CONTINUOUS OPERATION
6
5 81 TO 100% 5-MINUTE TAKEOFF RANGE
5 4
3 6
4
TORQUE 100% MAXIMUM
7
2
1

ENGINE (ONE ENGINE INOPERATIVE)


3
1 % x 10 8 5 TO 58.9% CONTINUOUS OEI OPERATION
2
58.9 TO 73.2% 30-MINUTE OEI RANGE
1 NG E
TR
ANS N 73.2% MAXIMUM OEI
MISSIO

TRIPLE TACHOMETER
ROTOR RPM (NR)

26 TO 77% TRANSIENT GROUND OPERATION

80% MINIMUM FOR AUTOROTATION


ENG
0 10
BELOW 8,000 LB (3,629 KG)
120 GROSS WEIGHT
20 80 TO 91% POWER OFF OPERATION
110 ROTOR
BELOW 8,000 LB (3,629 KG)
30 GROSS WEIGHT
100 91 TO 104.5% CONTINUOUS OPERATION
R

(91% MINIMUM POWER OFF)


PERCENT
RPM
40 104.5% MAXIMUM
90
80 50 ENGINE RPM (N2)

70 60 97% MINIMUM

97 TO 100% CONTINUOUS OPERATION

100 TO 104.5% OPERATION AT OR BELOW


30% ENGINE TORQUE
104.5% MAXIMUM AT OR BELOW
30% ENGINE TORQUE

Figure LIM-SP-1. Instrument Markings (Sheet 1 of 4)


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GAS PRODUCER RPM (NI) EITHER


1 GAGE MAY BE INSTALLED IN PAIRS
INSTRUMENT PART NUMBER
212-075-037-101
1

0
12% MINIMUM FOR OPENING THROTTLE
9
8
1
2
0 1 DURING START
% X 10 61% FLIGHT IDLE RPM
7 3 RPM 2
6 4
5
10 3 61 TO 100.8% CONTINUOUS OPERATION

9 4 100.8% MAXIMUM FOR TAKEOFF


8 5
7 6 100.8 TO 102.4% 2 1/2-MINUTE OEI RANGE

102.4% MAXIMUM OEI

INSTRUMENT PART NUMBER


212-075-037-113
1

0
12% MINIMUM FOR OPENING THROTTLE
9
8
1
2
0 1 DURING START
% X 10 61% FLIGHT IDLE RPM
7 3 RPM 2
6 4
5
10 3 61 TO 101.8% CONTINUOUS OPERATION

9 4 101.8% MAXIMUM FOR TAKEOFF


8 5
7 6 101.8 TO 103.4% 2 1/2-MINUTE OEI RANGE

103.4% MAXIMUM OEI

TRANSMISSION OIL TEMPERATURE


15 TO 110°C CONTINUOUS OPERATION

110°C MAXIMUM
15 10
10 OIL 8
TRANSMISSION OIL PRESSURE
6

0
T °C PSI
X 10
P 2
4 30 PSI MINIMUM FOR FLIGHT IDLE
–5 0 30 TO 40 PSI FLIGHT IDLE RANGE
5
40 TO 70 PSI CONTINUOUS OPERATION

70 PSI MAXIMUM

FUEL PRESSURE
40 50 4 PSI MINIMUM
30 FUEL 4 TO 35 PSI CONTINUOUS OPERATION
PSI
20 35 PSI MAXIMUM
10 0

Figure LIM-SP-1. Instrument Markings (Sheet 2 of 4)

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ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE


0°C MINIMUM

0 TO 115°C CONTINUOUS OPERATION

115°C MAXIMUM
15 15
10 OIL 10
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
5
T
0
°C
X 10
PSI
P 5 40 PSI MINIMUM FOR FLIGHT IDLE
–5 0
40 TO 80 PSI OPERATION BELOW 79% NI RPM

80 TO 115 PSI CONTINUOUS OPERATION

115 PSI MAXIMUM

COMBINING GEARBOX OIL TEMPERATURE


0°C MINIMUM

0 TO 115°C CONTINUOUS OPERATION

115°C MAXIMUM
15 10
10 OIL 8
6
5
0
T °C
X 10
PSI
P 2
4
COMBINING GEARBOX OIL PRESSURE
–5 40 PSI MINIMUM FOR FLIGHT IDLE
0
40 TO 60 PSI OPERATION BELOW 94% NII RPM

60 TO 80 PSI CONTINUOUS OPERATION

80 PSI MAXIMUM

Figure LIM-SP-1. Instrument Markings (Sheet 3 of 4)

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3 3 AMMETER
AMPS 2 0 TO 75 AMPS CONTINUOUS OPERATION
2
1 2 75 TO 150 AMPS CAUTION
1 1
X100 150 AMPS MAXIMUM
0 0

INTERTURBINE TEMPERATURE (ITT)


300 TO 765°C CONTINUOUS OPERATION

765 TO 810°C 5-MINUTE TAKEOFF RANGE


9 10
ITT 810°C MAXIMUM FOR TAKEOFF
3
OEI

4
8 822°C MAXIMUM 30-MINUTE OEI
5
°C X 100 6
850°C MAXIMUM 21/2-MINUTE OEI
7
1090°C MAXIMUM FOR STARTING
(2 SECONDS MAXIMUM ABOVE
960°C)

HYDRAULIC OIL TEMPERATURE


88°C MAXIMUM
15 15
10 OIL HYDRAULIC OIL PRESSURE
10
5
0
T °C
X 10
PSI
P 5
600 PSI

600 TO 900 PSI


MINIMUM

CAUTION
–5 0
900 TO 1100 PSI CONTINUOUS OPERATION

1100 PSI MAXIMUM

Figure LIM-SP-1. Instrument Markings (Sheet 4 of 4)

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WEIGHT AND BALANCE


CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL ....................................................................................... WB-1
CENTER OF GRAVITY (CG)......................................................... WB-1
Empty Weight CG................................................................... WB-1
Gross Weight CG .................................................................... WB-5
CG Limitations ....................................................................... WB-5
Calculating Helicopter CG...................................................... WB-5
Doors Open or Removed......................................................... WB-7
Optional Equipment and Kits ................................................. WB-7
LOADING THE HELICOPTER.................................................... WB-16
Cockpit and Cabin Loading .................................................. WB-16
Baggage Compartment Loading ........................................... WB-19
Fuel Loading......................................................................... WB-30
SAMPLE LOADING
PROBLEM (ENGLISH) ................................................................ WB-31
Required Equipment List...................................................... WB-31

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ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Title Page
WB-1 CG Reference Datum Lines .............................................. WB-2
WB-2 Helicopter Station Diagram .............................................. WB-4
WB-3 CG Limits ......................................................................... WB-5
WB-4 Actual Weight Record....................................................... WB-7
WB-5 Internal Fuel Tank Station Location ............................... WB-16

TABLES
Table Title Page
WB-1 Door Weights and Moments ............................................ WB-9
WB-2 Pilot and Passenger Table of Moments........................... WB-10
WB-3 Internal Cargo Loading Table ......................................... WB-11
WB-4 Baggage Loading Table ................................................. WB-12
WB-5 Fuel Loading Table ......................................................... WB-14
WB-6 Fuel Loading Table—Lateral.......................................... WB-15
WB-7 Required Equipment List................................................ WB-20

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WEIGHT AND BALANCE


GENERAL
Proper weight and balance control to ensure that the helicopter CG is within
prescribed limits is essential. Failure to load the helicopter so that it is within
CG limits and then maintain helicopter CG within allowable limits during flight
may result in insufficient control capability and unsafe flight conditions.

Helicopter CG limits, both longitudinal and lateral, are provided in Section


1, Limitations, of the RFM. Section 1, Weight and Balance, of the RMD pro-
vides all necessary instructions and information for calculating helicopter CG.

Helicopter CG is expressed as a location, in inches or millimeters relative to


a reference line, where all of the helicopter’s weight is centered. The Bell 412
has two reference points, one for calculating longitudinal CG and one for cal-
culating lateral CG.

The longitudinal CG reference line is the reference datum line which is lo-
cated approximately 20 inches aft of the helicopter nose. The lateral CG ref-
erence line is the centerline of the helicopter (Figure WB-1).

Longitudinal and lateral CG of the helicopter must fall within the allowable
CG range listed in the Limitations section of the RFM for all phases of heli-
copter flight.

All calculations to determine helicopter CG are based on the weight of items


loaded on the helicopter and the item’s location in the helicopter in relation
to the reference datum lines.

This chapter provides information regarding helicopter center of gravity and


cockpit and cabin loading. Loading tables for pilot, passengers, cargo, and fuel
are provided. A sample loading problem is provided to aid in flight planning.

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WB-2

0 23 FUSELAGE 166 243


STATIONS

REF 47 87 117 139 156


DATUM

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34
1 26
23 26
22 19
FS 138.00 BAGGAGE
8 CENTERLINE COMPARTMENT
0
8 84 IN.
2 19
22 23 26 26
LEGEND 34
1 PILOT SEAT
2 COPILOT OR PASSENGER SEAT
SEATS
LATERAL LOCATION (INCHES FROM G) OF HELICOPTER
LONGITUDINAL LOCATION (INCHES AFT OF REF DATUM) OF PERSONNEL

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CENTER OF GRAVITY (CG)


EMPTY WEIGHT CG
The empty weight consists of the basic helicopter with required equipment,
optional equipment kits, transmission and gearbox oils (not engine oils), hy-
draulic fluid, unusable fuel, undrainable engine oil, and fixed ballast. The empty
weight center of gravity shall be adjusted within the limits of the applicable
Weight Empty Center of Gravity chart in the Maintenance Manual.

GROSS WEIGHT CG
It shall be the pilot’s responsibility to ensure that the helicopter is properly
loaded so that the entire flight is conducted within the limits of the Gross Weight
Center of Gravity chart in the Limitations section of the Flight Manual. The
gross weight center of gravity may be calculated from the helicopter Actual
Weight Record (historical records) and the Loading Tables shown in this
chapter or in appropriate Flight Manual Supplements to assure safe loading.

Figure WB-2 presents fuselage station and buttock line data to aid in weight
and balance computations.

CG LIMITATIONS
Longitudinal and lateral CG range limits are shown in Figure WB-3. Allowable
longitudinal CG range decreases as helicopter gross weight increases. Lateral
CG range is constant for all gross weights.

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NOTE: STATION 0 (REFERENCE DATUM) IS LOCATED 20 INCHES (508 MILLIMETERS)


AFT OF THE MOST FORWARD POINT OF THE CABIN NOSE.

FUSELAGE
STATIONS
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DATUM

34
1 26
23 26
22 19
FS 138.00 BAGGAGE
8
COMPARTMENT
0
8 84 IN.
2 19
22 23 26 26
LEGEND 34
1 PILOT SEAT
2 COPILOT OR PASSENGER SEAT
SEATS

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CALCULATING HELICOPTER CG
General
The helicopter’s actual CG is calculated by starting with a known helicopter
empty weight and moment. The empty weight and moment are originally cal-
culated by the manufacturer and are provided in the actual weight record sup-
plied with the helicopter when delivered. When installed items are added or
removed from the helicopter, the actual weight record must be refigured to
provide a new empty weight (Figure WB-4).

CG Formula
The CG of the helicopter, both longitudinal and lateral, is determined by math-
ematical calculations using one of the formulas shown below:

Moment = Weight x Arm

Center of Gravity = Total Moment


Total Weight

Moment is an expression of exerted force and is calculated by multiplying


the weight of an object by its Arm (distance from the reference datum line).
For example, a 170-pound pilot sitting in the pilot seat (right seat) has a lon-
gitudinal moment of, or exerts a force of, 7,990 inch-pounds (170 x 47) and
a lateral moment of +3,740 inch-pounds (170 x 22) (Figure WB-1).

By adding the weights and moments of all fuel, persons, cargo, etc., to the
empty weight and moment of the helicopter, the total weight and total mo-
ment can be obtained. Then, by dividing the total moment by the total weight,
the helicopter CG is easily calculated.

Normally, helicopter longitudinal CG should be calculated for takeoff, land-


ing, and the most critical forward CG. Additionally, the Weight and Balance
section of the RMD requires computation of the helicopter’s longitudinal CG
for all cargo/baggage configurations and whenever weight is loaded into the
baggage compartment. Longitudinal CG should also be computed whenever
the crew doors, hinged panel door, or passenger doors are removed or open
for flight.

Lateral CG should be calculated whenever loading or the use of optional


equipment, such as the rescue hoist, can affect lateral CG.

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BELLHELICOPTER TEXTRON
ACTUAL WEIGHT RECORD
MODEL 412
DATE WEIGHED SERIAL NUMBER

SCALE READINGS (LBS) SKID CONFIGURATION SCALE TARE NET

FORWARD JACKPOINT, F.S. 61.69 B.L. – 30.0 402.5 0.0 402.5


*IN LATERAL
FORWARD JACKPOINT, F.S. 61.69 B.L. + 30.0 2244.0 0.0 2244.0
CALCULATIONS
AFT JACKPOINT, F.S. 211.58 B.L. ± 14.53 3770.3 0.0 3770.3 – IS LEFT
TOTAL 6416.8 0.0 6416.8 + IS RIGHT
LONGITUDINAL C.G., AS WEIGHED
C.G. = 61.69 (2646.5) + 211.58 (3770.3) = 960983 = 149.76 IN.
TOTAL WEIGHT 6416.8

LATERAL C.G., AS WEIGHED*


C.G. = –30.0 (402.5) + 30.0 (2244.0) – 14.53 (3770.3) = + 463 = + .07 IN.
TOTAL WEIGHT 6416.8

LONGITUDINAL LATERAL* R
E
WEIGHT EMPTY DERIVATION WEIGHT ARM MOMENT ARM MOMENT V

AS WEIGHED: 6416.8 149.76 960983 + 0.1 + 463

REMOVE: ENGINE OIL –25.2 169.1 –4261 0 0


PLUMB BOB –0.5 117.5 –59 –44.1 + 22
M/R BLADE FOLDING TOOL –64.0 134.1 –8582 0 0

ADD:

FIRST AID KIT + 5.1 46.0 + 235 –7.0 .36


SOFT INTERIOR + 33.2 130.0 + 4316 0 0
MAP CASE + 1.7 50.0 + 85 0 0
PAINT + 30.9 194.9 + 6022 0 0
IFR CURTAINS + 1.5 53.4 + 80 + 1.4 +2
CREW SEATS + 90.8 54.4 + 4940 0 0
PASSENGER SEATS + 120.2 104.6 + 12578 + 0.1 + 12
HEADSETS (2) + 2.6 116.3 + 302 0 0
STEPS + 23.2 107.3 + 2489 0 0

BATTERY BLOCK + 75.0 –5.7 –428 + 7.9 + 593


BALLAST + 120.0 –4.3 –516 0 0
WEIGHT EMPTY, SKID CONFIG. 6831.3 143.19 978184 + 0.2 + 1056
MOST FORWARD C.G.
WEIGHT EMPTY
+ PILOT AND COPILOT + 340.0 47.0 + 15980 0 0
+ PASSENGERS (4), CENTER SEAT, + 680.0 87.0 + 59160 0 0
FACING AFT
+ PASSENGERS (5), BACK SEAT, + 850.0 117.0 + 99450 0 0
FACING FWD
+ OIL, ENGINE + 24.5 169.1 + 4146 0 0
+ FUEL MOST FORWARD + 397.0 139.9 + 55540 0 0

MOST AFT C.G. 9122.8 132.9 1212460 + 0.1 + 1056

WEIGHT EMPTY
+ PILOT + 170.0 47.0 + 7990 + 22.0 + 3740
+ OIL, ENGINE + 24.5 169.1 + 4146 0 0
+ FUEL + 2247.0 151.5 + 340421 –0.4 –854

9272.8 143.5 1330741 + 0.4 + 3942


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EQUIPMENT LIST
MODEL 412

DATE WEIGHED SERIAL NUMBER


OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED

PART NUMBER ITEM WEIGHT LONG LATERAL


ARM ARM

205-706-034-103 ROTOR BRAKE 29.2 115.4 – 2.4

205-706-043-017 PASSENGER SEATS 120.2 104.6 + 0.1 *

212=706-005-101 DUAL CONTROLS 22.6 35.9 – 22.7

212-706-049-001 COPILOT CLOCK 0.5 26.3 – 17.0

412-705-005-101 DME 6.6 19.1 + 6.7

412-705-006-101 FAA/IFR 3.1 43.7 – 6.6 Δ

412-705-015-101 # 2 VHF 5.7 16.8 – 4.5

412-705-015-103 NAV #1 12.6 95.1 –2.0

412-705-015-105 NAV #2 9.4 14.9 + 4.1

412-705-015-107 ADF 8.4 72.0 – 11.1

412-705-015-109 TRANSPONDER 4.9 14.9 – 0.3

412-706-012-103 ICS—AFT 10.0 86.1 + 1.3 Δ

412-706-116-119 COPILOTS INST. 28.9 22.8 + 12.8

412-706-117-113 STANDBY ATTITUDE IND. 8.8 10.8 + 6.6

412-705-502-101 STANDARD WINDSHIELD 51.9 120.3 + 0.3

412-705-510-101 SOFT INTERIOR 33.2 130.0 0 *

412-705-503-103 STANDARD SKID GEAR 143.3 122.5 0

212-706-105-003 PASSENGER STEPS 22.1 107.4 + 0.2 *

NOTE: Equipment listed above was installed when helicopter was weighted except as indicated by (*), or
partially installed as indicated by (Δ).

WEIGHT EMPTY DERIVATION CONT FROM PAGE 1 R


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DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED


Opening or removing doors results in center of gravity changes. Door con-
figuration shall be symmetrical for both sides of the fuselage. Table WB-1
lists weight and moment adjustments which should be made in determining
the gross weight and CG when a pair of doors are opened or removed.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND KITS


The installation of optional equipment on the helicopter affects helicopter CG
in two ways.

After the installation of optional equipment, the empty weight and moment
must be recomputed and any adjustment made to ensure that the empty weight
CG is within allowable limits of the maintenance manuals.

When certain optional equipment is installed, the helicopter’s CG must be cal-


culated using the weight and balance information in the appropriate RFM sup-
plement. This is particularly important for the external cargo hook, auxiliary
fuel, litter kit, rescue hoist, and any STC kits whose use might affect heli-
copter CG.

Table WB-1. DOOR WEIGHTS AND MOMENTS

WEIGHT CHANGE ARM MOMENT


DOOR CHANGE
CONFIGURATION (POUNDS) (INCHES) (IN.-LB)

Both crew doors removed –39.0 46.2 –1802


Both hinged panels removed –20.4 85.0 –1734
Both sliding doors removed –90.4 130.0 –11,752
Both sliding doors full open 0 202.0 +6509

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LOADING THE HELICOPTER


Once the fuel requirements for the flight have been calculated, the pilot
should determine how the helicopter is loaded.

COCKPIT AND CABIN LOADING


A minimum crew weight of 170 pounds (77.1 kilograms) in the cockpit is re-
quired. Except for the two aft passenger seats, crew and passengers may be
loaded in any sequence without exceeding the gross weight center of gravity
limits approved for flight.

Refer to Table WB-2 for personnel weights and moments in English.

NOTE
The two aft outboard facing seats should not be oc-
cupied unless at least four passengers are seated in
the forward or aft facing seats. The cabin deck cargo
loading limit is 100 pounds per square foot (4.9 kg/
100 sq cm).

WARNING

Helicopter center of gravity shall be computed for all


cargo baggage/configurations before flight.

Table WB-2. PILOT AND PASSENGER TABLE OF MOMENTS

PILOT AND PASSENGER TABLE OF MOMENTS (IN.-LB)

Passenger Passenger PASSENGER


Pilot and (4-Man Seat (5-Man Seat FACING OUTBOARD
Weight Copilot* Facing Aft) Facing Fwd) Fwd Seat Aft Seat
(Pounds) F.S. 47 F.S. 87 F.S. 117 F.S. 139 F.S. 156

100 4700 8700 11700 13900 15600


110 5170 9570 12870 15290 17160
120 5640 10440 14040 16680 18720
130 6110 11310 15210 18070 20280
140 6580 12180 16380 19460 21840
150 7050 13050 17550 20850 23400
160 7520 13920 18720 22240 24960
170 7990 14790 19890 23630 26520
180 8460 15660 21060 25020 28080
190 8930 16530 22230 26410 29640
200 9400 17400 23400 27800 31200
210 9870 18270 24570 29190 32760
220 10340 19140 25740 30580 34320

*Left Forward Seat


(TABLE I.D. 910670)

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Refer to Table WB-3 for internal cargo weight and moment data.

Table WB-3. INTERNAL CARGO LOADING TABLE

INTERNAL CARGO LOADING TABLE


MOMENTS IN-LB
Weight
Pounds F.S. 75.0 F.S. 90.0 F.S. 105.0 F.S. 120.0 F.S. 135.0 F.S. 150.0
50 3750 4500 5250 6000 6750 7500
100 7500 9000 10500 12000 13500 15000
150 11250 13500 15750 18000 20250 22500
200 15000 18000 21000 24000 27000 30000
250 18750 22500 26250 30000 33750 37500

300 22500 27000 31500 36000 40500 45000


350 26250 31500 36750 42000 47250 52500
400 30000 36000 42000 48000 54000 60000
450 33750 40500 47250 54000 60750 67500
500 37500 45000 52500 60000 67500 75000

550 41250 49500 57750 66000 74250 83500


600 45000 54000 63000 72000 81000 90000
650 48750 58500 68250 78000 87750 97500
700 52500 63000 73500 84000 94500 105000
750 56250 67500 78750 90000 101250 112500

800 60000 72000 84000 96000 108000 120000


850 63750 76500 89250 102000 114750 127500
900 67500 81000 94500 108000 121500 135000
950 71250 85500 99750 114000 128250 142500
1000 75000 90000 105000 120000 135000 150000

1050 78750 94500 110250 126000 141750 157500


1100 82500 99000 115500 132000 148500 165000
1150 86250 103500 120750 138000 155250 172500
1200 90000 108000 126000 144000 162000 180000
1250 93750 112500 131250 150000 168750 187500

1300 97500 117000 136500 156000 175500 195000


1350 101250 121500 141750 162000 182250 202500
1400 105000 126000 147000 168000 189000 210000
1450 108750 130500 152250 174000 195750 217500
1500 112500 135000 157500 180000 202500 225000
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Table WB-4. BAGGAGE LOADING TABLE

BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT
LOADING TABLE
NOTE: LOAD BAGGAGE AS FAR FORWARD AS POSSIBLE.

Weight Approximate CG Moment


(LB) (Fuselage Sta.—Inches) (IN.-LB)

20 245 4900
40 247 9880
60 249 14940
80 251 20080
100 253 25300

120 255 30600


140 257 35980
160 259 41440
180 261 46980
200 263 52600

220 265 58300


240 267 64080
260 269 69940
280 271 75880
300 273 81900

320 275 88000


340 277 94180
360 279 100440
380 281 106780
400 283 113200
(TABLE I.D. 910666)

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Table WB-5. FUEL LOADING TABLE

USABLE FUEL LOADING TABLE


Jet B, JP-4 (6.5 Lbs/Gal) Jet A, A-1, JP-5 (6.8 Lbs/Gal)
U.S. Weight CG Moment U.S. Weight CG Moment
Gal. (Lb) In. In.-Lb. Gal. (Lb) In. In.-Lb.
10 65 139.4 9061 10 68 139.4 9479
20 130 139.6 18148 20 136 139.6 18986
30 195 139.8 27261 30 204 139.8 28519
40 260 139.9 36374 40 272 139.9 38053
50 325 139.9 45468 50 340 139.9 47566
*58.3 379 139.9 53022 *58.3 397 139.9 55540
60 390 141.1 55029 60 408 141.1 57569
70 455 146.0 66430 70 476 146.0 69496
80 520 149.8 77896 80 544 149.8 81491
90 585 152.7 89330 90 612 152.7 93452
100 650 155.0 100750 100 680 155.0 105400
110 715 156.8 112112 110 748 156.8 117286
120 780 158.3 123474 120 816 158.3 129173
130 845 159.7 134947 130 884 159.7 141175
140 910 160.9 146419 140.0 952 160.9 153177
150 975 156.4 152490 150 1020 156.4 159528
160 1040 152.4 158496 160 1088 152.4 165811
170 1105 149.0 164645 170 1156 149.1 172244
173.1 1125 148.0 166500 173.1 1177 148.0 174196
180 1170 149.0 174330 180 1224 149.0 182376
190 1235 150.4 185744 190 1292 150.4 194317
200 1300 151.6 197080 200 1360 151.6 206176
210 1365 152.8 208572 210 1428 152.8 218198
220 1430 153.9 220077 220 1496 153.9 230234
230 1495 154.7 231277 230 1564 154.7 241951
240 1560 155.7 242892 240 1632 155.7 254102
**243.1 1580 155.9 246322 **243.1 1653 155.9 257703
250 1625 154.8 251550 250 1700 154.8 263160
260 1690 153.2 258908 260- 1768 153.2 270858
270 1755 151.8 266409 270 1836 151.3 278705
280 1820 150.4 273728 280 1904 150.4 286362
290 1885 149.1 281054 290 1972 149.1 294025
295.1 1918 148.6 285015 295.1 2007 148.6 298240
300 1950 149.9 290550 300 2040 149.0 303960
310 2015 149.9 302049 310 2108 149.9 315989
320 2080 150.7 313456 320 2176 150.7 327923
330 2145 151.4 324753 330 2244 151.4 339742
***330.5 2148 151.5 325422 ***330.5 2247 151.5 340421

*Most critical fuel amount for most forward CG condition.


**Most critical fuel amount for most aft CG condition at weight empties up to 6,750 pounds.
***Most critical fuel amount for most aft CG condition at weight empties at 6,750 pounds or
greater. Weights given are nominal weights at 15° C.

NOTE
This table is invalid with auxiliary fuel tank(s) installed.
(TABLE I.D. 910664)

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Table WB-6. FUEL LOADING TABLE—LATERAL

USABLE FUEL LOADING TABLE


Jet B, JP-4 (6.5 Lbs/Gal) Jet A, A-1, JP-5 (6.8 Lbs/Gal)
U.S. Weight CG Moment U.S. Weight CG Moment
Gal. (Lb) In. In.-Lb. Gal. (Lb) In. In.-Lb.
10 65 0 0 10 68 0 0
20 130 0 0 20 136 0 0
30 195 0 0 30 204 0 0
40 260 0 0 40 272 0 0
50 325 0 0 50 340 0 0
58.3 379 0 0 58.3 397 0 0
60 390 –0.03 –12 60 408 –0.03 –12
70 455 –0.06 –27 70 476 –0.06 –29
80 520 –0.05 –26 80 544 –0.05 –27
90 585 –0.04 –23 90 612 –0.04 –24
100 650 –0.04 –26 100 680 –0.04 –27
110 715 –0.03 –21 110 748 –0.03 –22
120 780 –0.03 –23 120 816 –0.03 –24
130 845 –0.03 –25 130 884 –0.03 –27
140 910 –0.03 –27 140.0 952 –0.03 –29
150 975 –0.43 –419 150 1020 –0.43 –439
160 1040 –0.58 –603 160 1088 –0.58 –631
170 1105 –0.69 –762 170 1156 –0.69 –798
*173.1 1125 –0.72 –810 *173.1 1177 –0.72 –847
180 1170 –0.69 –807 180 1224 –0.69 –845
190 1235 –0.65 –803 190 1292 –0.65 –840
200 1300 –0.62 –806 200 1360 –0.62 –843
210 1365 –0.58 –792 210 1428 –0.58 –828
220 1430 –0.56 –801 220 1496 –0.56 –838
230 1495 –0.53 –792 230 1564 –0.53 –829
240 1560 –0.51 –796 240 1632 –0.51 –832
250 1625 –0.49 –796 250 1700 –0.49 –833
260 1690 –0.48 –811 260- 1768 –0.48 –849
270 1755 –0.46 –807 270 1836 –0.46 –845
280 1820 –0.44 –801 280 1904 –0.44 –838
290 1885 –0.43 –811 290 1972 –0.43 –848
300 1950 –0.41 –800 300 2040 –0.41 –836
310 2015 –0.40 –806 310 2108 –0.40 –843
320 2080 –0.39 –811 320 2176 –0.39 –849
330 2145 –0.38 –815 330 2244 –0.38 –853
330.5 2148 –0.38 –816 330.5 2247 –0.38 –854

*Most critical fuel amount for left side most lateral CG condition.
(TABLE I.D. 910662)

BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT LOADING


The baggage compartment is accessible from the right side of the tailboom and
contains approximately 25 cubic feet (SP and EP) and 28 cubic feet (107 and
HP) of space. The baggage compartment has a load limit of 400 pounds (181

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AFT OF THE MOST FORWARD POINT OF THE CABIN NOSE.

FUSELAGE
STATIONS 177.5
102 127 200 243
0
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DATUM

FS 138.00 BAGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
84 IN.
2

LEGEND
1 PILOT SEAT
178
2 COPILOT OR PASSENGER SEAT

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kilograms), not to exceed 100 pounds per square foot (4.9 kg/100 sq cm). These
are structural limitations only and do not infer that CG will remain within ap-
proved limits. When weight is loaded into the baggage compartment, indis-
criminate crew, passenger and fuel loading can no longer be assumed, and the
pilot must compute gross weight CG to assure loading within approved limits.

Loading of the baggage compartment should be from front to rear. The load
shall be secured to tiedown fittings if shifting of the load in flight could re-
sult in structural damage to the baggage compartment or in gross weight cen-
ter of gravity limits being exceeded. The CG shall be computed with the load
in the most adverse position.

Refer to Table WB-4 for baggage weights and moments.

FUEL LOADING
Due to the fuel flow sequencing between the tanks, the fuel loading CG will
vary between fuselage station 139.4 and 160.9. The maximum aft CG will occur
at approximately 952 pounds for Jet A, A-1, JP-5, and approximately 910
pounds for Jet B, JP-4. The maximum forward CG will occur at 397 pounds
for Jet A, A-1, JP-5, and at 379 pounds for Jet B, JP-4. With normal crew and
passenger loading, gross weight CG will remain within limits at any fuel quan-
tity. Refer to Tables WB-5 and WB-6 for fuel weights and moments.

Figure WB-5 depicts fuel tank location by station number.

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SAMPLE LOADING PROBLEM (ENGLISH)


The helicopter is chartered to transport nine passengers and 180 pounds of
baggage on a trip that will require approximately 260 U.S. gallons of fuel one
way. The helicopter will be refueled and the 190-pound pilot will return
alone. Determine extreme CG conditions for both flights.

OUTBOUND FLIGHT

LONGITUDINAL LATERAL

WEIGHT CG MOMENT CG MOMENT

Weight Empty 7000 143.0 1001000 +0.2 +1400

+Oil 25 4146 0 0
+Pilot 190 8930 +22.0 +4180
+Passengers, (5 man seat) 850 99450 0 0
+Passengers, (4 man seat) 680 59160 0 0
+Baggage 180 46980 0 0

Basic Operating Weight + Payload 8925 136.7 1219666 +0.6 +5580

+Takeoff Fuel (320 U.S. Gallons) 2080 150.7 313456 –0.4 –811

Takeoff Condition 11005 139.3 1533122 +0.4 +4769

Basic Operating Weight + Payload 8925 136.7 1219666 +0.6 +5580

+Critical Forward Fuel


(58.3 U.S. Gallons) 379 139.9 53022 0 0

Most Forward Condition 9304 136.8 1272688 +0.6 +5580

Basic Operating Weight + Payload 8925 136.7 1219666 +0.6 +5580

+Landing Fuel (60 U.S. Gallons) 390 141.1 55029 0 0

Landing Condition 9315 136.8 1274695 +0.6 +5580

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LONGITUDINAL LATERAL

WEIGHT CG MOMENT CG MOMENT

Table WB-7. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT LIST

UNIT LONGITUDINAL LATERAL ARM


REQUIRED WEIGHT ARM (–LEFT, +RIGHT)
EQUIPMENT LB/kg IN/mm IN/mm
Indicators
Attitude 7.5/3.4 21.0/533 +17.0/+432
Airspeed 1.0/0.5 22.0/559 +12.5/+318
Vertical Speed 1.8/0.8 23.2/589 +21.3/+541
Altimeter 1.8/0.8 22.0/559 +21.3/+541
Triple Tachometer 2.5/1.1 23.2/589 +9.0/+229
XMSN Oil Press & Temp 0.7/0.3 25.6/650 +6.0/+152
Gearbox Oil Press & Temp 1.0/0.5 25.6/650 +3.0/+76
Engine Oil Press & Temp (2) 1.0/0.5 ea. 24.2/615 +4.7/+119
Fuel Pressure (2) 0.6/0.3 ea. 24.8/630 +4.7/+119
Gas Producer Tachometer (2) 1.0/0.5 ea. 23.0/584 +4.7/+119
Turbine Inlet Temperature (2) 0.8/0.4 ea. 23.6/599 +4.7/+119
Hydraulic Oil Press & Temp (2) 0.4/0.2 ea. 23.0/584 0/0
Dual Torque Pressure 2.6/1.2 23.2/589 +12.5/+318
Fuel Quantity 1.0/0.5 23.6/599 +1.3/+33
Standby Compass 0.8/0.4 38.0/965 +17.6/+477
Horizontal Situation 6.5/2.9 22.5/572 +17.0/+432
Clock 0.5/0.2 25.8/655 +26.2/+665
Free Air Temperature 0.2/0.1 40.0/1016 +19.0/+483
Dual DC Ammeter 1.0/0.5 24.0/610 –1.3/–41
Dual AC/DC Voltmeter (2) 1.0/0.5 ea. 24.0/610 0/0
Fire Warning—
Engine No. 1 0.4/0.2 24.0/610 –1.7/–43
Engine No. 2 0.4/0.2 24.0/610 +4.7/+119
Baggage Compartment 0.3/0.1 22.0/559 –1.8/–46
Low Fuel WRN—Master Master 6.5/2.9 24.8/630 –2.5/–64
Caution Panel
Starter-Generator, L.H. 30.0/13.6 159.0/4039 –8.0/–203
Starter-Generator, R.H. 30.0/13.6 159.0/4039 +18.0/+457
Battery 74.5/33.8 –6.0/–152 +8.0/+203
Starter Toggle Switch 0.4/0.2 38.0/965 +10.0/+254
Fuel Igniter Switch (2) 0.2/0.1 ea. 33.0/838 +3.0/+76
Anticollision Light, Upper 1.5/0.7 169.0/4293 0/0
Anticollision Light, Lower 1.5/0.7 65.4/1661 0/0
Landing Light 8.0/3.6 85.3/2167 –4.8/–104
Searchlight 5.5/2.5 50.0/1270 +17.6/+447
Position Lights—
Forward Lower (2) 0.3/0.1 ea. 66.0/1676 0/0
Forward Upper (2) 0.3/0.1 ea. 109.0/2769 0/0
Aft (2) 0.3/0.1 ea. 432.0/10973 0/0
Circuit-Breaker Panels (2) 9.7/4.4 ea. 55.4/1407 0/0
Nonessential Bus Switch 0.1/NEG. 41.3/1049 +3.7/+94

Weight Empty 7000 143.0 1001000 +0.2 +1400

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Table WB-7. REQUIRED EQUIPMENT LIST (CONT)

UNIT LONGITUDINAL LATERAL ARM


REQUIRED WEIGHT ARM (–LEFT, +RIGHT)
EQUIPMENT LB/kg IN/mm IN/mm
Essential Bus
R.H. Ovhd Cont Pnl 3.2/1.5 41.3/1049 +3.7/+94
L.H. Ovhd Cont Pnl 2.6/1.2 41.3/1049 –3.7/–94
Low Fuel Wrn XMTR (2) 0.1/NEG. 143.0/3632 0/0
ea.
VHF No. 1 Radio—
Transceiver and Mount 3.8/1.7 10.1/257 –7.8/–198
Control 0.5/0.2 39.0/991 –4.3/–109
Antenna 1.0/0.5 211.1/5362 0/0

Windshield Wiper—
Blade and Arm (2) 1.6/0.7 ea. 34.5/876 0/0
Motor (2) 4.2/1.9 ea. 41.0/1041 0/0

Fire Extinguisher, Hand Type, L.H. 3.0/1.4 67.8/1722 –35.0/–889


Fire Extinguisher, Hand Type, R.H. 3.0/1.4 53.5/1359 +34.5/+876

Flight Manual 1.7/0.8 –/– –/–


Seat with Restraint—Pilot 45.4/20.6 54.4/1382 +22.0/+559
Seat with Restraint—Copilot 45.4/20.6 54.4/1382 –22.0/–559
Map and Data Case` 1.9/0.9 59.0/1499 0/0
First Aid Kit 5.1/2.3 45.5/1156 –7.2/–183

+Oil 25 4146 0 0
+Pilot 190 8930 +22.0 +4180

Basic Operating Weight 7215 140.6 1014076 +0.8 +5580

+Takeoff Fuel (320 U.S. Gallons) 2080 150.7 313456 –0.4 –811

Takeoff Condition 9295 142.8 1327532 +0.5 +4769

Basic Operating Weight 7215 140.6 1014076 +0.8 +5580

+Critical Forward Fuel


(58.3 U.S. Gallons) 379 139.9 53022 0 0

Most Forward Condition 7594 140.5 1067098 +0.8 +5580

Basic Operating Weight 7215 140.6 1014076 +0.8 +5580

+Landing Fuel (60 U.S. Gallons) 390 141.1 55029 0 0

Landing Condition 7605 140.6 1069105 +0.7 +5580

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CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... PER-1
GENERAL...................................................................................... PER-1
LIMITATIONS................................................................................ PER-1
General .................................................................................. PER-1
Basis of Certification............................................................. PER-2
Type of Operation.................................................................. PER-2
Required Equipment.............................................................. PER-2
Optional Equipment .............................................................. PER-2
Flight Crew............................................................................ PER-3
Doors Opened or Removed ................................................... PER-3
Weight/CG............................................................................. PER-3
Airspeed ................................................................................ PER-6
Altitude.................................................................................. PER-8
Ambient Air Temperature ..................................................... PER-8
Height-Velocity ..................................................................... PER-8
Maneuvering.......................................................................... PER-8
Slope Landing ..................................................................... PER-10
Systems ............................................................................... PER-10
Bell 412EP Limitations ....................................................... PER-10
HELICOPTER PERFORMANCE ............................................... PER-12
General ................................................................................ PER-12
Hover Ceiling—In Ground
Effect (IGE)......................................................................... PER-12
Hover Ceiling—Out of Ground
Effect (OGE) ....................................................................... PER-14
Bell 412EP Performance ..................................................... PER-14
PERFORMANCE CHARTS ........................................................ PER-18
POWER ASSURANCE CHECK ................................................. PER-18
DENSITY ALTITUDE CHART .................................................. PER-24

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AZIMUTHS CHART ................................................................... PER-26
HOVER CEILING CHARTS ....................................................... PER-28
Hover Ceiling—IGE ........................................................... PER-28
Hover Ceiling—OGE.......................................................... PER-32
TAKEOFF DISTANCE CHARTS................................................ PER-37
TWIN-ENGINE
RATE-OF-CLIMB CHARTS ....................................................... PER-45
SINGLE-ENGINE
RATE-OF-CLIMB CHARTS ....................................................... PER-53
LANDING DISTANCE................................................................ PER-57
AIRSPEED CALIBRATION CHART ......................................... PER-58
MOST EFFICIENT AIRSPEED .................................................. PER-59
NOISE LEVELS........................................................................... PER-60
Certification......................................................................... PER-60
Supplemental Information................................................... PER-60
CATEGORY A OPERATIONS.................................................... PER-61

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ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Title Page

PER-1 Weight-Altitude-Temperature
Limitations Chart ...................................................... PER-4
PER-2 Gross Weight
Center-of-Gravity Chart ............................................ PER-5
PER-3 Airspeed Limitations Placard .................................... PER-6
PER-4 Maximum Speed—Sideward and
Rearward Flight, Crosswind
and Tailwind at a Hover ............................................ PER-7
PER-5 Height–Velocity Diagram .......................................... PER-9
PER-6 PT6T-3D ITT Limitations........................................ PER-10
PER-7 PT6T-3D N1 Limitations.......................................... PER-11
PER-8 PT6T-3D Engine Oil
System Limitations .................................................. PER-11
PER-9 Hover Ceiling
IGE—Bell 412SP .................................................... PER-13
PER-10 Hover Ceiling
IGE—Bell 412HP .................................................... PER-13
PER-11 Hover Ceiling
OGE—Bell 412SP .................................................. PER-15
PER-12 Hover Ceiling
OGE—Bell 412HP .................................................. PER-15
PER-13 Hover Ceiling
OGE Comparison .................................................... PER-17
PER-14 Single-Engine
Rate-of-Climb Comparison...................................... PER-19
PER-15 Power Assurance
Check for PT6T-3B
Engine—Hover ........................................................ PER-20
PER-16 Power Assurance
Check for PT6T-3B
Engine—In-Flight .................................................... PER-21
PER-17 Power Assurance
Check for PT6T-3D
Engine—Hover ........................................................ PER-22
PER-18 Power Assurance
Check for PT6T-3D
Engine—In-Flight .................................................... PER-23
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PER-19 Density Altitude Chart ............................................ PER-25


PER-20 Critical Relative
Wind Azimuths ........................................................ PER-27
PER-21 Hover Ceiling—In
Ground Effect .......................................................... PER-29
PER-22 Hover Ceiling—Out of
Ground Effect .......................................................... PER-33
PER-23 Takeoff Distance Chart.. ........................................ PER-38
PER-24 Twin-Engine
Rate-of-Climb Chart .............................................. PER-46
PER-25 Single-Engine
Rate-of-Climb Chart. .............................................. PER-54
PER-26 Single-Engine Landing
Distance Chart. ........................................................ PER-57
PER-27 Airspeed Calibration Chart .................................... PER-58
PER-28 Power Required (Typical) ........................................ PER-59
PER-29 Category A Operations ............................................ PER-62
PER-30 Fuel Flow vs Airspeed Charts.................................. PER-64

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PERFORMANCE
INTRODUCTION
This chapter introduces the methods the operator may use to determine the
performance capabilities of the Bell 412 for a particular operation. Some of
the pertinent limitations from the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) have been
included for training purposes.

The performance data presented herein are derived from the engine manu-
facturer’s specification power for the engine less installation losses. These
data are applicable to the basic helicopter without any optional equipment which
would appreciably affect lift, drag, or power available.

GENERAL
It is helpful to remember that the performance data in Section 4 of the RFM
is informational data while the limitations in Section I of the RFM require
mandatory compliance. The weight of the loaded helicopter and the result-
ing center of gravity is the variable that the pilot can control most effectively
in order to achieve the performance required for the operation. The weight
and balance of the 412 is a primary factor in many of the requirements of the
Limitations section of the RFM.

Helicopter performance charts are provided in Section 4 of the RFM, and


weight and balance loading data is in Section 1 of the (412 AND SP) and Section
5 (HP and EP) of theRotorcraft Manufacturer's Data (RMD).

Data supplied in these sections reflects information needed to obtain optimum


helicopter performance while, at the same time, minimizing wear and tear on
individual parts to ensure maximum component life and safety.

Performance charts provide the pilot with information on how the helicopter
performs, provided applicable limitations are followed and the engines are
providing proper power. Since engine performance is somewhat variable,
helicopter performance charts are based on the engine manufacturer's spec-
ification engine power.

The following text covers limitations and performance charts separately.


Sample performance charts are provided for reference. The pilot should refer
to the latest revisions of the RFM and RMD for the most current information.

LIMITATIONS
GENERAL
The limitations section of the RFM is specifically approved by the Federal
Aviation Administration, and it is the pilot in command's responsibility to en-
sure compliance with all limitations in the RFM.

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Limitations for manufacturer-approved optional equipment are provided in


Section 5 (412 and SP) Appendix A (HP and EP Optional Equipment
Supplements), of the RFM. If optional equipment is installed in the helicopter,
the limitations of the appropriate supplement may supersede the limitations
of Section I of the RFM.

The pilot should refer to Section 1 of the RFM during the following discussion.

BASIS OF CERTIFICATION
The Bell 412 is certified under FAR Part 29 for Transport Category Helicopters
and is approved for both Category A and Category B operations. For Category
A operations data see Section 6 (412 and SP), and Appendix A (HP and EP
Optional Equipment Supplements) of the RMD.

TYPE OF OPERATION
The helicopter is certified for flight in nonicing conditions, both day and night
VFR/ IFR.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
A list of required equipment is provided in the RFM Weight and Balance sec-
tion. These items are required for both VFR and IFR certified Bell 412s.
Additional required equipment for IFR operation is provided in Section 1,
Limitations, of the RFM.

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Optional equipment supplements are provided in Section 5 (412 and SP) of
the RFM, Appendix A (HP andEP Optional Equipment Supplements) of the
RMD and are listed by a different number for each piece of equipment cov-
ered. Limitations, performance data, and weight and balance information for
optional equipment approved under a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)
are provided by the holder of the STC.

If optional equipment is installed, the associated limitations, procedures


(both normal and malfunction), performance data, and weight and balance in-
formation, provided in the supplements, have the same FAA status as that sup-
plied in the RFM.

Some optional equipment may prohibit operation of the helicopter under cer-
tain circumstances.

For example, installation of the Nightsun searchlight or the Loudhailer pro-


hibits IFR operations. The pilot should consult the appropriate RFM supple-
ment for specific limitations and restrictions.

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FLIGHT CREW
The Bell 412 is certified for single-pilot operation for both VFR and IFR.
An additional crewmember is required when internal cargo includes
flammable materials.

DOORS OPENED OR REMOVED


The helicopter may be operated with the doors opened or removed symmet-
rically during VFR operations. CG and airspeed restrictions apply. Limitations
are addressed on page LIM-2.

WEIGHT/CG
General
Numerous weight and CG limitations apply; the pilot should refer to the
RFM for additional information.

Maximum gross weight for takeoff and landing is 11,900 pounds unless oth-
erwise restricted by the weight-altitude-temperature chart or other factors.

Weight-Altitude-Temperature Limitations Chart


The weight-altitude-temperature limitations for takeoff, landing, and in-
ground-effect (IGE) maneuvers chart, commonly called the W-A-T chart, is
used to determine the maximum allowable weight for takeoffs, landings, and
IGE hovering operation. The W-A-T chart is a limitations chart as opposed
to a performance chart. The gross weights determined from the W-A-T chart
may exceed continuous IGE and OGE hover capability under certain ambi-
ent conditions (Figure PER-1).

The W-A-T chart is a good general reference chart for flight planning and can
be used to determine helicopter gross weight limits for the most critical por-
tion of a flight. Once the limiting gross weight is determined, the takeoff gross
weight can be calculated.

W-A-T chart gross weight limitations should be computed for both initial take-
off and the hottest and highest conditions expected for IGE hovering.
Conservative rather than optimistic OAT and PA values should be used to avoid
less than expected performance.

If the helicopter must be hovered extensively IGE or hovered OGE to perform


the flight mission, the pilot should refer to the Hover Ceiling IGE or OGE
charts in the Performance section of the RFM to determine helicopter gross
weight. A detailed discussion of the Hover Ceiling Charts is provided later
in this chapter.

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WEIGHT — ALTITUDE — TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS


FOR TAKEOFF, LANDING AND IN-GROUND-EFFECT MANEUVERS
NOTE: ALLOWABLE GROSS WEIGHTS OBTAINED
FROM THIS CHART MAY EXCEED CONTINUOUS
HOVER CAPABILITY UNDER CERTAIN AMBIENT
CONDITIOINS. REFER TO HOVER CEILING CHARTS
IN SECTION 4.
14,000 FT
DEN. ALT. LIMIT
000
14,
00
12,0

MAXIMUM
GROSS WEIGHT
000

LIMIT
10,

MAX OAT
0
8,00
00
6,0

MIN OAT
00
4,0
00
2,0
EL

T
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DE
ITU
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ALT
RE
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10,900 LB
ES
PR

11.9

–40 –20 0 20 40 60 9 10 11 12 LB x 1000


CONDITIONS: OAT—°C
OAT—28°C 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 kg x 1000
PA—4,000 FT GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-1. Weight-Altitude-Temperature Limitations Chart

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Additional Weight Limits


Minimum gross weight for flight is 6,400 pounds.

Minimum combined weight in the crew seats is 170 pounds.

Center-of-Gravity Limits
CG range is from station 130 to 144, depending on gross weight (Figure PER-2).

Lateral CG limits are 4.5 inches left and right of the fuselage centerline.

Loading Limitations
Passenger Loading—Outboard facing seats should not be occupied until at
least four of the forward or aft facing seats are occupied.

Internal Cargo Loading—Maximum deck loading is 100 pounds per square


foot. Cargo tiedown limitations are provided in the RFM.

13000

135.1 141.4
12000
11900

11000
GROSS WEIGHT

10000

9000
8800 FORWARD LIMIT AFT LIMIT

8000

7000

6400
130.4 MINIMUM WEIGHT
6000
130 132 134 136 138 140 142 144

Figure PER-2. Gross Weight Center-of-Gravity Chart

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AIRSPEED
All airspeed limitations are based on installation of the airspeed indicator,
part number 412-075-009-105.

Minimum IFR airspeed is 60 KIAS.

V NE is 140 KIAS from sea level up to 3,000 feet density altitude for all gross
weights. V NE decreases with density altitude in accordance with the cockpit
placard (Figure PER-3).

An airspeed of 105 KIAS maximum with torque above 81% exists for maxi-
mum continuous power.

V NE with only one helipilot/autopilot engaged is 115 KIAS.

Basic V NE applies with both helipilots/autopilots disengaged.

Steady-state autorotation V NE below 10,000 feet PA is 105 KIAS.

Steady-state autorotation V NE above 10,000 feet PA is 80 KIAS.

V NE with doors open or removed is 60 KIAS.

Maximum speed for sideward or rearward flight is 35 knots at or below 3,000


feet density altitude.

PRESSURE ALTITUDE IN FT X 100


OAT
°C 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20
INDICATED VNE KNOTS
51.7 137 — — — — — — — — — —
40 140 134 128 122 — — — — — — —
20 140 139 133 127 121 115 109 103 97 — —
0 140 140 140 133 127 121 115 109 103 96 91
–10 140 140 140 140 131 124 118 112 106 100 94
–20 140 140 140 138 133 127 121 115 108 102 96
–30 140 139 134 129 124 120 115 110 106 101 97
–40 134 129 124 120 116 111 107 102 98 94 90
AUTOROTATION VNE 80 KIAS ABOVE 10,000 FT.

Figure PER-3. Airspeed Limitations Placard

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Maximum crosswind or tailwind is 35 knots at or below 3,000 feet density


altitude. For additional limitations, refer to Figure PER-4 and the Critical
Relative Wind Azimuths diagram in Section 4 of the RFM.

Climb/Descent Limitations
Maximum IFR rate of climb or descent is 1,000 feet per minute.

Maximum IFR approach slope is 5°.


45°
PEDAL CRITICAL WIND AZIMUTH—
LEFT PEDAL MAY BE LIMITED
WITH DIRECTIONAL AFCS
HARDOVER. REFER TO SECTION 3
OF THE RFM.
270° 90°

105°

LONGITUDINAL CYCLIC
CRITICAL WIND AZIMUTH—
AFT CYCLIC MAY BE
LIMITED WITH LONGITUDINAL 180°
AFCS HARDOVER. 14,000 FT DENSITY ALTITUDE
LIMITED FOR IGE MANEUVERS
14,000

12,000

10,000
DENSITY ALTITUDE—FEET

WIND LIMIT

8,000

6,000

4,000

2,000

0
14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE WINDSPEED—35 KNOTS

Figure PER-4. Maximum Speed—Sideward and Rearward Flight,


Crosswind and Tailwind at a Hover

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ALTITUDE
Maximum operating altitude is 20,000 feet pressure altitude.

Maximum DA for takeoff, landing, and IGE maneuvers is 14,000 feet.

AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE


Maximum temperature is 125° F (51.7° C).

Minimum temperature is –40° F (–40° C).

HEIGHT–VELOCITY
The height–velocity diagram indicates airspeed/altitude areas (shaded) from
which a safe single-engine landing to a smooth level surface cannot be as-
sured. The height–velocity diagram is only valid when weight-altitude-tem-
perature limitations are not exceeded (Figure PER-5).

NOTE
When the aircraft is in an approved configuration of
nine passengers or less, the Height–Velocity Diagram
is removed as a limitation, provided that takeoffs
and landings are limited to a maximum of 9,000 feet
density altitude or less (see BHT-412-FMS-3 1).

The height-velocity limitations are critical in the event of single engine fail-
ure during takeoff, landing, or other operation near the surface (Figure PER-
1). The AVOID area of the height velocity diagram defines the combinations
of airspeed and height above ground from which a safe single engine land-
ing on a smooth, level, firm surface cannot be assured.

The height-velocity diagram is valid only when the weight-altitude-temper-


ature limitations are not exceeded (Figure PER-5). The diagram does not de-
fine the conditions which assure continued flight following an engine failure
nor the conditions from which a safe power off landing can be made.

MANEUVERING
Aerobatic maneuvers are prohibited.

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HEIGHT—VELOCITY DIAGRAM
FOR SMOOTH, LEVEL, FIRM SURFACES
400 120
AND ABOVE NOTE: AND ABOVE
HELICOPTER CONFIGURATION SHALL COM-
375 380 PLY WITH THE WEIGHT ALTITUDE. TEMPER- 114.3
ATURE LIMITS AS PRESENTED IN FIGURE PER-1
360 FOR HEIGHT-VELOCITY DIAGRAM TO BE 110
VALID.

340
100
320

SKID HEIGHT ABOVE SURFACE—METERS


300 90
SKID HEIGHT ABOVE SURFACE—FEET

280
260 80

240
70
220

200 60
180
160 50

140
40
120

100 30
AVOID
80
20
60

40
10
20 4.9
16
0 0
0 10 20 30 40 VNE
INDICATED AIRSPEED—KNOTS

Figure PER-5. Height–Velocity Diagram

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SLOPE LANDING
Slope landings are limited to a maximum 10° side slope.

If the slope landing kit 412-704-012 is installed on the 412HP and EP, addi-
tional limitations of the supplement apply.

SYSTEMS
Section 1 of the RFM also provides limitations for operation of the electri-
cal, powerplant, transmission, rotor, fuel, oil, and hydraulic systems. The pilot
should review these limitations and the instrument panel gage markings ap-
plicable to the specific system.

BELL 412EP LIMITATIONS


Bell 412EP limitations that have changed from previous model 412s affect
only those relating to the PT6T-3D engines. These new limits are for ITT, N 1
and engine oil temperature. Please refer to Figures PER-6 through PER-8.

ITT GAGE 212-075-067-115

MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS TWIN–ENGINE OPERATION ITT .................................. 810°


MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS ONE ENGINE INOPERATIVE ITT .................................. 820°
MAXIMUM 2.5-MINUTE ONE ENGINE INOPERATIVE ITT ...................................... 925°
MAXIMUM STARTING ITT (2 SEC MAX ABOVE 960°).......................................... 1,090°

Figure PER-6. PT6T-3D ITT Limitations

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MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS TWIN–ENGINE OPERATION N1 .............................. 103.1%


MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS ONE ENGINE INOPERATIVE N1 .............................. 103.7%
MAXIMUM 2.5-MINUTE ONE ENGINE INOPERATIVE N1 .................................. 109.2%

Figure PER-7. PT6T-3D N1 Limitations

OIL TEMPERATURE – CONTINUOUS OPERATION.................................. 0° TO 115° C


MAXIMUM OIL TEMPERATURE FOR MIL-L-7808 ................................................ 115° C
MAXIMUM OIL TEMPERATURE FOR MIL-L-23699 .............................................. 120° C
MAXIMUM OIL TEMPERATURE FOR DOD-L-85734 ............................................ 120° C

Figure PER-8. PT6T-3D Engine Oil System Limitations


NOTE
The above limits also apply to the C-BOX Oil System.

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HELICOPTER PERFORMANCE
GENERAL
The improvement in Bell 412 HP performance can best be defined by com-
parison with 412 SP performance. The following provides comparisons under
certain atmospheric conditions and is for example only. The pilot must refer
to Section 4, Performance, of the RFM for specific performance data.

HOVER CEILING—IN GROUND EFFECT (IGE)


By referring to Figures PER-9 and PER-10 and using ambient conditions of
OAT = +10°C and an H P (pressure altitude) of 3,000 feet. We determine that
maximum gross weight (MGW) is 11,800 pounds for the 412SP and 11,900
for the 412HP (Example A)—not too impressive an improvement. But re-
member, at this point we are still at the structural limit for the 412HP while
the 412SP is at a performance limit.

If we were using the same chart and OAT of +10°C to determine the highest
altitude at which we could hover each aircraft at MGW of 11,900 pounds,
we would find that the 412 could be hovered at 1,400 feet H P while the 412
HP could be hovered at 3,500 feet H P , almost 2,000 feet higher (Example B).

Perhaps a better comparison would be the following: the pilot has to hover and
takeoff an 11,900-pound 412 from an oil platform at sea level on a +30°C day
(Example C). Even though the charts indicate that this is within the capability
of both 412SP and 412HP helicopters, the 412SP will be hovering using sig-
nificantly less than 100% transmission torque while the 412HP will be hover-
ing using significantly less than 100% mast torque. It is evident that the 412HP
will have a significant margin of power and takeoff will be much easier.

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HOVER CEILING
IN GROUND EFFECT
IN GROUND EFFECT
POWER: SEE NOTE BELOW SKID HEIGHT 4 FEET
ENG – 100% RPM (N2) HEATER ON OR OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) – 40° TO 52°C POWER: SEE NOTE BELOW SKID HEIGHT 4 FEET
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER ON OR OFF
14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) – 40° TO 52°C
NOTE: THESE IGE HOVER

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CEILING ARE BASED ON
DENSITY ALTITUDE LIMITS FOR 14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT
0

TAKEOFF AND LANDING. THIS


0
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,0

HELICOPTER CAN BE HOVERED


14

CEILING ARE BASED ON


IGE AT THE INDICATED GROSS

0
DENSITY ALTITUDE LIMITS

0
,0
0

WEIGHTS WITH LESS THAN


0

FOR TAKEOFF AND LANDING.

14
,0

MAX OAT HEATER ON (21°C)


MAX OAT TAKEOFF POWER FOR
12

THIS HELICOPTER CAN BE


TEMPERATURES BELOW 48°C. HOVERED IGE AT THE

00
0

INDICATED GROSS WEIGHTS

,0
0
,0

12
WITH LESS THAN TAKEOFF
10

MAXIMUM GROSS POWER AT ALL


WEIGHT LIMIT

0
0

MAX
0
00

,0
8,

10

OAT
0

0
00

00
MAX OAT MAXIMUM GROSS
6,

8,
WEIGHT LIMIT
50 °C
0

0
00 ,00

00
6,
4

EXAMPLE A
00 T
F
30

EXAMPLE C
SE 0 FT 2,0

FT
SE RE 2, FT 500 00
EXAMPLE B

00 3 4,0
EXAMPLE B
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EXAMPLE A

FE
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0

FE
14

L UD
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A

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EXAMPLE C

VE IT
30
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A
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SU
MAX OAT HEATER ON (21°C)

00
A
S

ES

,0
ES

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PR

00
PR

11.9

,0
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–40 –30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000

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OAT — °C GROSS WEIGHT
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

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HOVER CEILING—OUT OF GROUND EFFECT (OGE)


By referring to Figures PER-11 and PER-12, we have a comparison of the two
helicopters for hovering OGE at takeoff power.

The MGW for a 412SP to hover OGE on a standard day (+15) at sea level is
11,500 pounds while the 412HP can easily hover at 11,900 pounds MGW
(Example A).

A +30°C day at sea level would further limit the 412SP to a hovering MGW
of 11,400 pounds while the 412SP can still be hovered at 11,900 pounds and
have a small power reserve available (Example B).

BELL 412EP PERFORMANCE


While new PT6T-3D engines have been installed in the Bell 412EP, overall
helicopter normal operation (twin engine) performance remains essentially
unchanged from the Bell 412HP. This is primarily because of airframe limi-
tations rather than engine limitations.

The first indication of changed or improved engine performance appears sig-


nificantly in the Power Assurance Check charts, where N 1 rpm was previously
one of the two limiting factors in determining single-engine power assurance
(ITT being the other). In the PT6T-3D power assurance check charts, the vari-
able N 1 rpm limitation (previously dependent upon torque, pressure altitude
and temperature for the PT6T-3B/E) is noticeably absent and has been replaced
by a single blanket statement in the procedures and conditions above the
chart, stating: “Do not exceed 810° ITT, 103.1% N 1 rpm, or 73.2% Torque.”
For the PT6T-3D engines, ITT is now the primary limiting factor. Refer to
Power Assurance section presented later in this chapter.

NOTE
Comparison figures are for Bell 412HP vs Bell 412EP.

The only published normal performance area that indicates increased per-
formance as a result of increased engine capability is Hover Ceiling—Out-
of-Ground Effect which is discussed below.

Single-engine (OEI) performance also shows some improvement. The pub-


lished area where improved engine performance is most evident is Single
Engine Rate of Climb which is also discussed below.

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HOVER CEILING OUT OF GROUND EFFECT
OUT OF GROUND EFFECT
TAKEOFF POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FEET
ENG — 100% RPM (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) 0° TO 52°C
ENGINE TAKEOFF POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FEET
CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V ENGINE RPM 100% HEATER OFF
LIMITATIONS.
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA.) 0° TO 52°C
14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V
LIMITATIONS.

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OAT — °C 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 kg X 1000
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-11. Hover CeilingOGE—Bell 412SP Figure PER-12. Hover Ceiling OGE—Bell 412HP
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Pending a further revision in the manufacturer’s Rotorcraft Flight Manual,


no other published performance improvements are evident. However, there
is speculation that improved performance or reduced limitations may be re-
alized in the below listed limitations and/or performance areas/charts after
further testing. These future changes will most likely be evident in areas of
hot temperature and high altitude twin-engine and OEI performance unless
limited by airframe capability:

• Weight, Altitude–Temperature limitations for takeoff, landing and in-


ground-effect maneuvers

• Height–Velocity Diagram (OEI)

• Takeoff distance over a 50-foot obstacle

• Single-Engine landing distance over a 50-foot obstacle

Hover Ceiling—OGE
The Hover Ceiling—out-of-ground effect (OGE) shows significant im-
provement due to the PT6T-3D engines (Figure PER-13).

NOTE
Comparison figures are for Bell 412HP vs Bell 412EP.

Using the identical conditions of a 20° C day and a pressure altitude of 10,000
feet, it is evident that the Bell 412HP would be limited to an 8,100 pound gross
weight while the Bell 412EP would be capable of an 9,200 pound gross
weight. The 1,100 pound increase is due primarily to the fact that the 412HP
is limited to maximum continuous power of the engines, most likely N 1 rpm,
while the higher limits of the 412EP engines allow them to provide sufficient
power to reach the airframe limit of maximum continuous XMSN power.

PER-16 FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY


HOVER CEILING HOVER CEILING
OUT OF GROUND EFFECT OUT OF GROUND EFFECT
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FT. MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS ENG POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FT.
ENGINE RPM 100% HEATER ON ENGINE RPM 100% HEATER ON
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA.) 0 TO 20°C GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA.) 0 TO 20°C
CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V LIMITATIONS. CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V LIMITATIONS.

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT 14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT
OAT — °C

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GROSS WEIGHT
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-13. Hover Ceiling OGE Comparison


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Single-Engine Rate-of-Climb
The Single-Engine Rate-of-Climb chart shows significant improvement due
to the PT6T-3D engines ( Figure PER-14).

NOTE
Comparison figures are for Bell 412HP vs Bell 412EP.

Using identical conditions of 11,900 pounds gross weight, a 20° C day and
working from the same level flight, 0 feet/minute bottom index on both charts,
we determine that the Bell 412HP would be limited to an OEI level flight pres-
sure altitude of 3,600 feet while the Bell 412EP would be capable of an OEI
level flight pressure altitude of 4,800 feet. The 1,200 foot increase for the EP
is due primarily to the higher N 1 and ITT limits of the PT6T-3D engines.

PERFORMANCE CHARTS
The example performance charts on the following pages include conditions
listed below each chart which provide necessary data to work the sample prob-
lem shown.
Helicopter performance, provided in the "Performance" section of the RFM,
is based on the powerplant producing the engine manufacturer's specification
power. The power assurance check chart is used to ensure that each engine is
operating property and is capable of producing minimum specification power
as installed in the helicopter.
If the engines pass the power assurance check the helicopter should be ca-
pable of meeting all performance chart capabilities.
If an engine exceeds the power assurance check limits, the helicopter's per-
formance can be expected to be less than performance chart capabilities.

POWER ASSURANCE CHECK


Power Assurance Check charts are provided to determine if the engines can
produce installed specification power.

The power assurance check does not require the engine to produce maximum
power, but rather determines that, for the power produced during the check,
N 1 and ITT fall within limits of the manufacturer's specification engine. If
N 1 and ITT limits are not exceeded, the engine's performance can be ex-
pected to provide the power of a specification engine.

A power assurance check should be performed daily. Additional checks


should be made if unusual operating conditions or indications arise. The
hover check is performed prior to takeoff, and the in-flight check is provided
for periodic in-flight monitoring of engine performance (Figures PER-15
through PER-18). Either power assurance check method may be selected at
the discretion of the pilot. It is the pilot’s responsibility to accomplish the

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SINGLE ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB SINGLE ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 11,900 LB (5398 kg) GROSS WEIGHT 11,900 LB (5398 kg)
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS
ENGINE RPM 97% HEATER OFF ENGINE RPM 97% HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS INOPERATIVE ENGINE SECURED GENERATOR 150 AMPS INOPERATIVE ENGINE SECURED
WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS
2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE
275 FT./MIN. 275 FT./MIN.

20,000 20,000
6,000 6,000

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18,000 5,500 18,000 5,500
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OAT
OAT 5,000 –20°C 5,000
16,000 TWIN ENGINE M.C.P. –10°C 16,000 TWIN ENGINE M.C.P.
ABSOLUTE CEILING –30°C
–20°C ABSOLUTE CEILING –40°C
–30°C 4,500 4,500
–40°C

PRESSURE ALTITUDE — METERS

PRESSURE ALTITUDE — METERS


14,000 14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE — FEET

PRESSURE ALTITUDE — FEET


4,000 4,000
12,000 12,000
3,500 3,500

10,000 10,000

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RATE OF CLIMB — FEET/MINUTE RATE OF CLIMB — FEET/MINUTE
(–10.0) (–8.0) (–6.0) (–4.0) (–2.0) (0) (2.0) (–10.0) (–8.0) (–6.0) (–4.0) (–2.0) (0) (2.0) (4.0)

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RATE-OF-CLIMB — (METERS/SECOND) RATE-OF-CLIMB — (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-14. Single-Engine Rate-of-Climb Comparison


PER-20
MODEL 412
POWER ASSURANCE CHECK—HOVER
PT6T-3B ENGINE
CONDITIONS: PA—0 FT
TORQUE—63% OAT—10°C
HEATER/ECU—OFF. STABILIZE POWER ONE MINUTE, THEN RECORD IF INDICATED ITT OR N 1 RPM EXCEEDS MAX
PRESSURE ALTITUDE, OAT, ENGINE, TORQUE, ITT, ALLOWABLE, REPEAT CHECK, STABILIZING POWER
THROTTLES: AND GAS PRODUCER (N1). FOUR MINUTES.
TEST ENGINE—FULL OPEN, FRICTIONED.

BELL 412 P I L O T T R A I N I N G M A N U A L
REPEAT CHECK USING OTHER ENGINE.
FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY

OTHER ENGINE—IDLE. ENTER CHART AT INDICATED ENGINE TORQUE, MOVE


ENGINE—97% RPM (N2). UP TO INTERSECT PRESSURE ALTITUDE, PROCEED IF EITHER ENGINE EXCEEDS ALLOWABLE ITT OR N1
TO THE RIGHT TO INTERSECT OUTSIDE AIR RPM AFTER STABILIZING FOUR MINUTES, PUBLISHED
COLLECTIVE PITCH—INCREASE UNTIL LIGHT ON TEMPERATURE, THEN MOVE UP TO READ VALUES PERFORMANCE MAY NOT BE ACHIEVABLE. CAUSE
SKIDS OR HOVERING. DO NOT EXCEED 810° ITT FOR MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT AND GAS PRODUC- SHOULD BE DETERMINED AS SOON AS PRACTICAL.
OR 100.8% N1 RPM. ER (N1).

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT — °C = 790° MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE NI RPM — PERCENT = 99.7%


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ENGINE TORQUE — PERCENT (INDICATED)

Figure PER-15. Power Assurance Check for PT6T-3B Engine—Hover


MODEL 412
POWER ASSURANCE CHECK—IN-FLIGHT
PT6T-3B ENGINE
CONDITIONS: PA—0 FT
ESTABLISH LEVEL FLIGHT ABOVE 1000 FEET AGL TORQUE—64% OAT—10°C IF INDICATED ITT OR N 1 RPM EXCEEDS MAX
ALLOWABLE, REPEAT CHECK, STABILIZING POWER
AIRSPEED—100 KIAS (OR VNE, IF LESS). STABILIZE POWER ONE MINUTE IN LEVEL FLIGHT, FOUR MINUTES.
THEN RECORD PRESSURE ALTITUDE, OAT, ENGINE
HEATER/ECU—OFF. TORQUE, ITT, AND GAS PRODUCER (N1). REPEAT CHECK USING OTHER ENGINE.

BELL 412 P I L O T T R A I N I N G M A N U A L
THROTTLES:
FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY

TEST ENGINE—FULL OPEN, FRICTIONED ENTER CHART AT INDICATED ENGINE TORQUE, MOVE IF EITHER ENGINE EXCEEDS ALLOWABLE ITT OR N1
UP TO INTERSECT PRESSURE ALTITUDE, PROCEED RPM AFTER STABILIZING FOUR MINUTES,
OTHER ENGINE—DECREASE SLOWLY UNTIL TEST TO THE RIGHT TO INTERSECT OUTSIDE AIR PUBLISHED PERFORMANCE MAY NOT BE
ENGINE TORQUE IS WITHIN TEST RANGE. DO NOT TEMPERATURE, THEN MOVE UP TO READ VALUES ACHIEVABLE. CAUSE SHOULD BE DETERMINED AS
EXCEED 810°C ITT OR 100.8% N1 RPM. FOR MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT AND GAS PRODUC- SOON AS PRACTICAL.
ER (N1).
ENGINE—97% RPM (N2). MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT — °C MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE NI RPM — PERCENT
500 550 600 650 700 750 782° 800 85 90 95 98.9%100 105
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ENGINE TORQUE — PERCENT (INDICATED)

Figure PER-16. Power Assurance Check for PT6T-3B Engine—In-Flight


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MODEL 412
POWER ASSURANCE CHECK — HOVER
PT6T-3D ENGINE
CONDITIONS: PA—O FT
TORQUE—63% OAT—10°C

HEATER/ECU—OFF. ENTER CHART AT INDICATED ENGINE TORQUE,


MOVE UP TO INTERSECT PRESSURE ALTITUDE,
THROTTLES: PROCEED TO THE RIGHT TO INTERSECT
TEST ENGINE—FULL OPEN, FRICTIONED OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE, THEN MOVE UP
OTHER ENGINE—FLIGHT IDLE. TO READ VALUES FOR MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE
ITT.
N2 RPM—97%.
IF INDICATED ITT EXCEEDS MAX ALLOWABLE,
COLLECTIVE PITCH—INCREASE UNTIL LIGHT REPEAT CHECK STABILIZING POWER FOUR
ON SKIDS OR HOVERING. DO NOT EXCEED MINUTES.
810° ITT, 103.1% N1 RPM, OR 73.2% TORQUE.
IF EITHER ENGINE EXCEEDS ALLOWABLE ITT
STABILIZE POWER ONE MINUTE, THEN RECORD AFTER STABILIZING FOUR MINUTES,
PRESSURE ALTITUDE, OAT, ENGINE TORQUE PUBLISHED PERFORMANCE MAY NOT BE
AND ITT. ACHIEVABLE. CAUSE SHOULD BE DETERMINED
AS SOON AS PRACTICAL.

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT — °C


500 550 600 650 700 750 790° 800
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ENGINE TORQUE — PERCENT (INDICATED)

Figure PER-17. Power Assurance Check for PT6T-3D Engine—Hover

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MODEL 412
POWER ASSURANCE CHECK — IN-FLIGHT
PT6T-3D ENGINE

CONDITIONS: PA—O FT
TORQUE—63% OAT—10°C

ESTABLISH LEVEL FLIGHT ABOVE 1,000 FEET ENTER CHART AT INDICATED ENGINE TORQUE,
AGL. MOVE UP TO INTERSECT PRESSURE ALTITUDE,
PROCEED TO THE RIGHT TO INTERSECT
AIRSPEED—100 KIAS (OR VNE, IF LESS). OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE, THEN MOVE UP TO
READ VALUES FOR MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT.
HEATER/ECU—OFF.
IF INDICATED ITT EXCEEDS MAX ALLOWABLE,
THROTTLES: REPEAT CHECK STABILIZING POWER FOUR
TEST ENGINE—FULL OPEN, FRICTIONED. MINUTES.

OTHER ENGINE—DECREASE SLOWLY UNTIL REPEAT CHECK USING OTHER ENGINE.


TEST ENGINE TORQUE IS WITHIN TEST
RANGE. DO NOT EXCEED 810° ITT, IF EITHER ENGINE EXCEEDS ALLOWABLE ITT
103.1% N1 RPM, OR 73.2% TORQUE. AFTER STABILIZING FOUR MINUTES,
PUBLISHED PERFORMANCE MAY NOT BE
N2 RPM—97%. ACHIEVABLE. CAUSE SHOULD BE DETERMINED AS
SOON AS PRACTICAL.
STABILIZE POWER ONE MINUTE IN LEVEL
FLIGHT, THEN RECORD PRESSURE ALTITUDE,

MAXIMUM ALLOWABLE ITT — °C


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Figure PER-18. Power Assurance Check for


PT6T-3D Engine—In-Flight

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procedure safely, considering passenger load, terrain being overflown, and


the qualifications of persons on board to assist in watching for other air traf-
fic and to record power check data.

If either engine does not meet the requirements of the hover or the in-flight
power assurance check, published performance may not be achievable. The
cause of engine power loss, or excessive ITT should be determined as soon
as practical. Refer to Engine Maintenance Manual.

Two power assurance charts are provided in the RFM. One, titled "Power
Assurance Check (Hover)," may be used with the helicopter in a hover or rest-
ing lightly on the ground. The other, titled "Power Assurance Check (In-
Flight)," may be used during cruise flight. The hover check is generally
preferred since more stable engine performance can be achieved. Whichever
check is used, it should be performed daily and whenever unusual operating
conditions or engine indications arise.

Helicopter configuration and instructions to perform the check are printed at


the top of both charts. Both engines must be operating and the heater/ECU
systems must be off to ensure proper readings. Each engine is checked sep-
arately with N 2 rpm at 97%.

The engine being checked must be operating at a torque setting that results
in a high enough N 1 rpm to ensure that the compressor air bleed valve is closed.
As a general rule 50 % or higher torque on the engine being checked provides
proper results.

If either engine does not meet the requirements of the hover or the in-flight
power assurance check, published performance may not be achievable. The
cause of engine power loss, excessive ITT, or excessive GAS PROD N 1 should
be determined as soon as practical. Corrective Maintenance action should be
taken.

If either engine exceeds the maximum N 1 or ITT values of the charts, pub-
lished performance capability may not be achieved, and corrective mainte-
nance action should be taken.

DENSITY ALTITUDE CHART


An industry standard density altitude chart is provided to allow the pilot to
convert pressure altitude (PA) and ambient/outside air temperature (OAT) to
density altitude (DA). The chart also provides a true airspeed conversion
factor which, when multiplied times calibrated airspeed (KCAS), gives true
airspeed (KTAS) (Figure PER-19).

The pilot can determine PA from his altimeter by setting 29.92 inches Hg in the
Kollsman window. Ambient temperature/OAT is available from the cockpit OAT
gage. The PA lines in the body of the chart are identified by the pressure alti-
tude numbers above the lines. The heavy black diagonal line is for standard day.
A Density Altitude Chart (Figure PER-19) is provided to aid in calculation
of performance and limitations. Density altitude is an expression of the

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34 THE DENSITY ALT IS 4,000 FEET
1.74 AND 1 IS 1.06.
(10.0) 1.72
32 ⋅σ 1.70
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15°
TEMPERATURE — °C
CONDITIONS:
OAT — 15°C
PA — 6,000 FT

Figure PER-19. Density Altitude Chart

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density of the air in terms of height above sea level; hence, the less dense the
air, the higher the density altitude. For standard conditions of temperature and
pressure, density altitude is the same as pressure altitude. As temperature in-
creases above standard for any altitude, the density altitude will also increase
to values higher than pressure altitude. The chart expresses density altitude
as a function of pressure altitude and temperature.

The chart also includes the inverse of the square root of the density ratio (1/√σ),
which is used to calculate KTAS by the relation:

KTAS = KCAS x 1/√σ

EXAMPLE

If the ambient temperature is –15° C and the pressure altitude is 6,000


feet, find the density altitude, 1/√σ, and true airspeed for 100 KCAS.

SOLUTION

Enter the bottom of the chart at –15° C.

Move vertically upward to the 6,000 foot pressure altitude line.

From this point, move horizontally to the left and read a density al-
titude of 4,000 feet and move horizontally to the right and read 1/√σ
equals 1.06.

True airspeed = KCAS x 1/√σ = 100 x 1.06 = 106 KTAS.

CRITICAL RELATIVE WIND AZIMUTHS CHART


The hover ceiling charts, discussed below, are based on adequate control
margins, both cyclic and antitorque, for relative winds up to 35 knots from
any direction at or below 3,000 feet HD. Improved control margins and/or
hover performance can be realized by avoiding winds from the critical azimuths
shown in the chart (Figure PER-20).

While not specifically stated in the RFM, winds in excess of those shown in
RFM Figure 1-3 should be avoided to preclude loss of tail rotor effectiveness
or insufficient aft cyclic control.

During all hovering operations, every attempt should be made to hover the
helicopter into the wind whenever possible.

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30° NOTE:

1. Pedal critical wind


azimuth-hovering with the
see note relative wind within these
1 azimuth angles can result in
inability to maintain heading
due to large left pedal
requirements for certain
wind velocities.

270° 90° a. Inability to maintain


heading due to large left
95°
pedal requirements for
certain wind velocities.

b. Reduction of available
left pedal control with a
directional AFCS
hardover.
see note 2. Longitudinal cyclic
2 critical wind azimuth—aft
cyclic may be limited with

180°

OGE CRITICAL RELATIVE WIND AZIMUTH


BH 412 HP AND EP

45°

see note
1

270° 90°

105°

see note
2

180°
IGE CRITICAL RELATIVE WIND AZIMUTH
BH 412, SP, HP, AND EP

Figure PER-20. Critical Relative Wind Azimuths

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HOVER CEILING CHARTS


HOVER CEILING—IGE
Adequate cyclic and directional control are available at the gross weights allowed
by the Hover Ceiling IGE charts in relative winds up to 35 knots from any di-
rection at or below 3,000 feet HD. Improved control margins will be achieved
by avoiding winds in the critical relative wind azimuth areas (Figure PER-20).

The Hover Ceiling In Ground Effect (IGE) charts (Figure PER-21) provide
the maximum allowable gross weights for hovering IGE at all pressure alti-
tude and outside air temperature conditions with heater on or off. Conversely,
the hover ceiling altitude can be determined for any given gross weight.

The IGE hover charts are based on both engines operating, generators loaded
to 150 amperes each, heater on or off, and a 4-foot skid height. Adequate cyclic
and tail rotor pedal flight control margins exist for winds up to 20 knots from
any direction. Gross weight calculated from the continuous power chart is con-
siderably below that of the takeoff power chart.

The charts can also be worked in reverse to determine the IGE hovering alti-
tude for a given helicopter gross weight.

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BELL 412
HOVER CEILING
IN GROUND EFFECT

POWER: SEE NOTE BELOW SKID HEIGHT 4 FEET


ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER ON OR OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) – 40° TO 52°C

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT

NOTE: THESE IGE HOVER


CEILINGS ARE BASED ON
0
0

DENSITY ALTITUDE LIMITS FOR


,0
14

TAKEOFF AND LANDING. THIS


HELICOPTER CAN BE HOVERED
IGE AT THE INDICATED GROSS
00

WEIGHTS WITH LESS THAN


,0

MAX OAT
12

TAKEOFF POWER.
00
,0
10

MAXIMUM GROSS
WEIGHT LIMIT
0
00
8,

0
00
6,

0
00
4,

0
00
2,

VEL

LE

FE
A
00 UD
SE

T
-2 LTI
A
,0
RE

MAX OAT HEATER ON (21°C)


SU
ES
PR

11.6

–40 –30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000


11,400
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.26 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-21. Hover Ceiling—In-Ground Effect (Sheet 1 of 3)

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BELL 412—SP
HOVER CEILING
IN GROUND EFFECT

POWER: SEE NOTE BELOW SKID HEIGHT 4 FEET


ENG – 100% RPM (N2) HEATER ON OR OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) – 40° TO 52°C

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT


NOTE: THESE IGE HOVER
CEILINGS ARE BASED ON
0

DENSITY ALTITUDE LIMITS FOR


0
,0

TAKEOFF AND LANDING. THIS


14

HELICOPTER CAN BE HOVERED


IGE AT THE INDICATED GROSS
0

WEIGHTS WITH LESS THAN


0
,0

MAX OAT TAKEOFF POWER FOR


12

TEMPERATURES BELOW 48°C.


00
,0
10

MAXIMUM GROSS
WEIGHT LIMIT
0
00
8,

0
00

MAX OAT
6,

50 °C
0
00
4,

0
00
2,

00 TUD VEL

LE

FE
A
SE
-2 LTI
A
,0
RE

MAX OAT HEATER ON (21°C)


SU
ES
PR

11.9

–40 –30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000


11,400
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-21. Hover Ceiling—In-Ground Effect (Sheet 2 of 3)

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BELL 412—HP/EP
HOVER CEILING
IN GROUND EFFECT

POWER: SEE NOTE BELOW SKID HEIGHT 4 FEET


ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER ON OR OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA.) – 40° TO 52°C

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT

NOTE: THESE IGE HOVER


CEILINGS ARE BASED ON
00

DENSITY ALTITUDE LIMITS FOR


,0
14

TAKEOFF AND LANDING. THIS


MAX OAT HEATER ON (21°C)

HELICOPTER CAN BE HOVERED


IGE AT THE INDICATED GROSS
00

WEIGHTS WITH LESS THAN


,0
12

TAKEOFF POWER AT ALL


TEMPERATURES.
0

MAX
0
,0
10

OAT
0
00

MAXIMUM GROSS
8,

WEIGHT LIMIT
0
00
6,

0
00
4,


FE
L UD
LE LT 0
00
VE IT
SE RE 2,
A

11.9
SU

00
A
ES

,0
-2
PR

0 0
,0
-4

–40 –30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000


11,600
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-21. Hover Ceiling—In-Ground Effect (Sheet 3 of 3)

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HOVER CEILING —OGE


The Hover Ceiling charts (Figure PER-22) provide maximum weights for hov-
ering OGE at all pressure altitude and outside air temperature conditions with
heater on or off.

CAUTION
OGE hover operation may result in violation of
height–velocity limitations.

Some of the OGE hover ceiling charts are divided into two areas as follows:

• AREA A (unshaded area) as shown on the hover ceiling charts pre-


sents hover performance for which satisfactory cyclic and directional
control have been demonstrated in relative winds of 35 knots from any
direction at or below 3000 feet HD. Improved control margins will be
achieved by avoiding winds in the critical relative wind azimuth areas
(Figure PER-20).

• AREA B (shaded area) as shown on hover ceiling charts presents ad-


ditional hover performance which can be achieved in calm winds or
winds outside the critical relative wind azimuth areas.

NOTE
Tail rotor or cyclic control margin may preclude op-
eration in AREA B of the hover ceiling charts when
the relative wind is in the respective critical wind az-
imuth area.

Area A calculations provide gross weights where adequate cyclic and tail rotor
pedal flight control margins exist for relative winds up to 35 knots from any
direction at or below 3,000 feet HD. Area B calculations provide higher gross
weights which can be realized in calm winds or winds outside the critical rel-
ative wind azimuth areas (Figure PER-22).

If a wind in excess of those shown in RFM Figure 1-3 during OGE hover is
from a critical azimuth, cyclic or tail rotor flight control margins may be lim-
ited and may preclude safe OGE hovering operations.

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BELL 412
HOVER CEILING
OUT OF GROUND EFFECT
TAKEOFF POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FEET
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) 0° TO 52°C

CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V


LIMITATIONS.
14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT
00
,0
10

OAT °C
AREA B 30
0
00

20
MAX O
8,

10
0
AT

MAX
0
00

AREA A
6,

OAT

40
0
00
4,

0
00

50
2,

TORQUE
52

LIMIT
T
.)
.L

E
FE
(S
0


TI 00
DE
AL -1,0
TU
RE
SU
ES
PR

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000
10,800
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-22. Hover Ceiling—Out of Ground Effect (Sheet 1 of 4)

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BELL 412—SP
HOVER CEILING
OUT OF GROUND EFFECT
TAKEOFF POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FEET
ENG — 100% RPM (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) 0° TO 52°C

CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V


LIMITATIONS.
14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT
00
,0
10

OAT °C
AREA B 30
0
00

20
MAX O
8,

10
0
AT

MAX
0
00

AREA A
6,

OAT

40
0
00
4,

0
00

50
2,

TORQUE
52

LIMIT
T
.)
.L

E
FE
(S
0


TI 00
DE
AL -1,0
TU
RE
SU
ES
PR

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000
11,200
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-22. Hover Ceiling—Out of Ground Effect (Sheet 2 of 4)

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BELL 412—SP
HOVER CEILING
OUT OF GROUND EFFECT
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FEET
ENG — 100% RPM (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) 0° TO 52°C

CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V


LIMITATIONS.
14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT
MAX GROSS
WEIGHT LIMIT
0

OAT—°C
0
,0

10
10

0
AREA B
20
0
00
8,

MAX O
MAX O

30
0
00

AT

AT
6,

40

AREA A
0
00

TORQUE
4,

LIMIT
0
00
2,

50
.)

ET
,0 (S.L

52
FE
0


00
DE
-1

TU
TI
AL
RE
SU
ES
PR

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000
9,600
KG X 1000
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.26
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-22. Hover Ceiling—Out of Ground Effect (Sheet 3 of 4)

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BELL 412—EP
HOVER CEILING
OUT OF GROUND EFFECT

MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS ENG POWER SKID HEIGHT 60 FEET


ENGINE RPM 100% HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA.) 0° TO 52°C

CAUTION: OGE HOVER OPERATION MAY RESULT IN VIOLATION OF H-V


LIMITATIONS.
14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT
00

OAT
,0
10

AR
EA

0°C
10°C
0

B
00

20°C
8,

0
00

MAX O

MAX
6,

30
OAT

°C
AT
0
00

40
4,

°C
0
00
2,

AREA A
50°
C
52°
0

.
FT

C
E-
D
TU
TI
AL

00
E

,0
R

-2
SU
ES
PR

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 8 9 10 11 12 LB X 1000
11,200
OAT — °C
3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.4 KG X 1000
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-22. Hover Ceiling—Out of Ground Effect (Sheet 4 of 4)

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BELL 412 P I L O T T R A I N I N G M A N U A L

TAKEOFF DISTANCE CHARTS


The Takeoff Distance charts (Figure PER-23) provide takeoff distances re-
quired to clear a 50-foot or 15-meter obstacle in a zero wind condition, using
a takeoff flight path which will avoid the critical areas of the Height–Velocity
diagram (Section 1). Takeoff is initiated from a hover at 4-feet (1.2 meters)
skid height with climbout speed of 45 knots.

NOTE
Downwind takeoffs are not recommended because the
published takeoff distance performance cannot be
achieved.

Two takeoff distance charts are provided: one for over a 50-foot obstacle and
the other for over a 15-meter obstacle. These charts allow the pilot to calcu-
late the distance required to clear a 50-foot obstacle during a takeoff flight
path from a 4-foot hover using hover power plus 15 % torque. The chart is
based on a zero wind condition, 45-KIAS takeoff climbout speed (V TOCS ),
and a flight path which avoids the critical areas of the height-velocity dia-
gram. Takeoff distance performance cannot be achieved if the takeoff is
downwind (Figure PER-23).

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BELL 412
TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 50 FOOT OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 4 FT SKID HEIGHT
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT


000

MAXIMUM
12,

GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
000
10,

MAX
00
8,0

OAT
7,000
8,000
00

9,000
6,0

00

MIN
10,0

OAT
00
4,0

00
,0
11

LB
00


,6

HT
11
00

IG
2,0

E
FT.

W
SS
RO

G
ALT S.L.
DE
ITU
RE
SU
ES

0 00
PR

–2,

MAX OAT
HEATER ON
(21°C)

–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400


930 FT
OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE — FT

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 1 of 7)

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BELL 412—SP (ENGLISH)


TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 50 FOOT OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 4 FT SKID HEIGHT
ENG—100% RPM (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT


000

MAXIMUM
12,

GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
0
,00
10
00

MAX
8,0

OAT
7,000
8,000
00

9,000
6,0

00

MIN
10,0
00

OAT
4,0

00
,0

lb
11
00


00

00 HT
2,0

,6

9
1, EI
G
11

1 W
FT.

SS
.

RO

S.L

G
DE
ITU
ALT
RE
SU

00
–2,0
ES

MAX OAT
PR

HEATER ON
(21°C)

–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400


930 FT
OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE—FT

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 2 of 7)

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BELL 412—SP (METRIC)


TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 15 METER OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 1.2 METER SKID HEIGHT
ENG—100% RPM (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF

14,000 METER DEN. ALT. LIMIT


350 4000

MAXIMUM
0

GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
0

3000
300

3500
0
250

4000
0
200

MIN MAX OAT


0

OAT
450
0
150

00
50
0
100

53 262

kg
98


5

T
500

GH
m

EI

W
S
DE
.

OS
S.L
ITU

GR
ALT
RE
SU
0
ES
–50

MAX OAT
PR

HEATER ON
(21°C)

–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 100 200 300 400


OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE—m

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 3 of 7)

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BELL 412—HP (ENGLISH)


TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 50 FOOT OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 4 FT SKID HEIGHT
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT


000

MAXIMUM
12,

GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
0
,00
10

MAX
00

OAT
8,0

7,000
8,000
00

9,000
6,0

00

MIN
10,0
00

OAT
4,0

00
,0

lb
11
00


HT
0

0
2,0

0 IG
,9
,6

E
11
11

W
FT.

SS
RO

.

G
S.L
DE
ITU
ALT
RE
00
SU
–2,0
ES

MAX OAT
PR

HEATER ON
(21°C)

–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 400 600 800


1000 1200 1400
930 FT
OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE—FT

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 4 of 7)

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BELL 412—HP (METRIC)


TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 15 METER OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 1.2 METER SKID HEIGHT
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF
14,000 METER DEN. ALT. LIMIT
0
400
0

MAXIMUM
350

GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
0

3000
300

3500
0
250

4000
0
200

MIN MAX OAT


0
450

OAT
0
150

00
50
0
100

53 262

kg
98


5

HT
500

G
m

EI

W
S
DE

OS
.
S.L
ITU

GR
ALT
RE
SU
0
ES
–50

MAX OAT
PR

HEATER ON
(21°C)

–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 100 200 300 400


OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE—m

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 5 of 7)

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BELL 412—EP (ENGLISH)


TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 50 FOOT OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 4 FT SKID HEIGHT
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT


000

MAXIMUM
12,

GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
0
,00
10

MAX
00

OAT
8,0

7,000
00

8,000
9,000
6,0

MIN
00
00

10,0

OAT
4,0

00
,0

lb
00

11


00

00 HT
2,0

9
,6
FT.

G
1, EI
11

1 W

SS
DE

RO
.
S.L

G
ITU
ALT
RE
SU
ES
00
PR
–2,0

MAX OAT
HEATER ON
(21°C)
–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400
930 FT
OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE—FT

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 6 of 7)

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BELL 412—EP (METRIC)


TAKEOFF DISTANCE
OVER 15 METER OBSTACLE
HOVER POWER + 15% TORQUE INITIATED FROM 1.2 METER SKID HEIGHT
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) VTOCS = 45 KIAS
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) HEATER ON OR OFF

14,000 METER DEN. ALT. LIMIT


0
400
0
350

MAXIMUM
GROSS WEIGHT
FOR TAKEOFF
3000
0
300

3500
0
250

4000
0
200

MIN
MAX OAT
0

OAT
450
0
150

00
50
0
100

53 262

kg

98
5

HT
500

E IG
m

W

SS
DE

O
.
S.L

GR
ITU
AL T
RE
SU
0
–50
ES

MAX OAT
PR

HEATER ON
(21°C)

–60 –40 –20 0 20 40 60 100 200 300 400


OAT — °C TAKEOFF DISTANCE—m

Figure PER-23. Takeoff Distance Charts (Sheet 7 of 7)

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TWIN-ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB CHARTS


The Twin Engine Rate of Climb charts (Figure PER-24) provide the rates of
climb that can be obtained at all outside air temperatures/pressure alti-
tudes/gross weight combinations with heater on or off at maximum continu-
ous power and takeoff power.

NOTE
All rate of climb data are based on changes in true
altitude (pressure altitude corrected for nonstandard
temperature).

The twin-engine rate-of-climb charts allow the pilot to determine the heli-
copter's rate of climb. The charts differ by gross weight, if the heater is on or
off, and if takeoff power or maximum continuous power is used. All charts
are based on both engines operating at 100% N 2 , generators loaded to 150 am-
peres each, and 70 KIAS with the doors on and closed. The chart headings
also include airspeed and ROC adjustment for climb with the helicopter's doors
open or removed.

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BELL 412
TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4,536 kg)

TAKEOFF POWER 70 KIAS


ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA.)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.

20,000
6000

18,000 5500
OAT
–10°C 5000
16,000 –20°C
–30°C
–40°C 4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

4000
12,000
3500

C
10,000 3000
10
°C

8,000 2500
20
°C

OAT LIMIT 2000


30

6,000
°C

1500
40

4,000
°C

1000

2,000
500
50
°C

0
0 400 800 1200 1600 2000 2400 2800 3200
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE

(0) (2.0) (4.0) (6.0) (8.0) (10.0) (12.0) (14.0) (16.0)


RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 1 of 7)

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BELL 412—SP
TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4,536 kg)
TAKEOFF POWER 70 KIAS
ENG – 100% RPM (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.
20,000
6000

18,000 5500
OAT
–10°C 5000
16,000 –20°C
–30°C
–40°C 4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

4000
12,000
3500

C
10,000 3000
10
°C

8,000 2500
20
°C

OAT LIMIT 2000


30

6,000
°C

1500
40

4,000
°C

1000

2,000
500
50
°C

0
0 400 800 1200 1600 2000 2400 2800 3200
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE

(0) (2.0) (4.0) (6.0) (8.0) (10.0) (12.0) (14.0) (16.0)


RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 2 of 7)

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BELL 412—HP
TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4,536 kg)
TAKEOFF POWER 70 KIAS
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.

20,000
NOTE:
6000
DECREASE CHART VALUES
300 FT/MIN.
18,000 5500
OAT

5000
16,000

-30°C 4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

-20°C
4000
-40°C
12,000
-10°C 3500

10,000
C

3000
10
°C

OAT 2500
8,000 LIMIT
20
°C

2000
6,000
30
°C

1500
4,000
1000
40
°C

2,000
500
50
°C

0
0 400 800 1200 1600 2000 2400 2800 3200
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE

(0) (2.0) (4.0) (6.0) (8.0) (10.0) (12.0) (14.0) (16.0)


RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 3 of 7)

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TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4,536 kg)
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS
ENGINE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER ON
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.

20,000
6000

18,000 5500
OAT
–20°C
–30°C 5000
16,000 –40°C
–1
0°C 4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000 0°
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

C
4000
10
12,000 °C
3500
20
°C
10,000 3000

8,000 2500

2000
6,000
1500
4,000
1000

2,000
500

0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE

(0) (1.0) (2.0) (3.0) (4.0) (5.0) (6.0) (7.0) (8.0)


RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 4 of 7)

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TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4,536 kg)
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS
ENG—100% RPM (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.

20,000
6000

18,000 5500
OAT
–40°C 5000
16,000
–30°C
–20°C
4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000 –10
°C
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

0°C 4000
12,000
10 3500
°C

10,000 20 3000
°C

8,000 2500
30
°C
2000
6,000
1500
40
°C

4,000
OAT LIMIT 1000

2,000
500
50
°C

0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE

(0) (1.0) (2.0) (3.0) (4.0) (5.0) (6.0) (7.0) (8.0)


RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 5 of 7)

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BELL 412—HP
TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 11,000 LB (4,990 kg)
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS
ENG INE RPM 100% (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.
20,000 6000
NOTE:
DECREASE CHART VALUES
300 FT/MIN.
18,000 5500

OAT
–40°C
5000
16,000
–30°C
–20°C
4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE — METERS


–1
PRESSURE ALTITUDE — FEET

14,000 0°
C
4000
0°C
12,000
3500
10
°C
10,000 3000
20
°C

8,000 2500
30
°C
2000
6,000

40
1500
°C
4,000
OAT LIMIT
1000

2,000
500
50
°C

0
0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600
RATE OF CLIMB — FEET/MINUTE

(0) (1.0) (2.0) (3.0) (4.0) (5.0) (6.0) (7.0) (8.0)


RATE OF CLIMB — (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 6 of 7)

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TWIN ENGINE RATE OF CLIMB


GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4,536 kg)
MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS ENG POWER 70 KIAS
ENGINE RPM 100% HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA)

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.

20,000
6000
NOTE: DECREASE CHART
VALUES 300 FT/MIN
18,000 5500
OAT

5000
16,000

-30°C 4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

-20°C
4000
-40°C
12,000
-10°C 3500

10,000
C

3000
10
CONT

OAT
°C

8,000 2500
LIMIT
20
XMSN
°C

2000
6,000
30

1500
C °
5 MIN

4,000
1000
XMSN
40

2,000
°C

500
50°
C

0
0 400 800 1200 1600 2000 2400 2800 3200
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE
(0) (2.0) (4.0) (6.0) (8.0) (10.0) (12.0) (14.0) (16.0)
RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-24. Twin-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 7 of 7)

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SINGLE-ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB CHARTS


The Single Engine Rate of Climb charts (Figure PER-25) provide the rates
of climb that can be obtained at all outside air temperatures/pressure alti-
tudes/gross weight combinations with heater off at maximum continuous
power and 30-minute OEI power.

NOTE
Published single engine performance is intended for
emergency use only when one engine becomes in-
operative due to an actual malfunction. Routine op-
eration in excess of published twin engine operating
limits can affect engine service life.

The charts differ depending on gross weight and if 30-minute OEI power or
maximum continuous power is used. All charts are based on doors on and
closed, one engine operating at 97 % N 2 , its generator loaded to 150 amperes,
the other engine secured, the heater off, and 70 KIAS. The chart headings also
include airspeed and ROC adjustments for climb with the helicopter's doors
open or removed.

Single-engine performance is provided for emergency use only. Positive rates


of climb are very low for the lightest gross weights and nonexistent or neg-
ative for heavier gross weights.

Since a zero rate of climb is the same as level flight, the single-engine rate-
of-climb charts can be used to determine the pressure altitude and/or maxi-
mum gross weight that can be maintained in level flight if an engine fails. This
calculation can be very important if operating in high, mountainous terrain.

The calculation to determine the PA that can be maintained in level flight re-
quires an estimate of the OAT and then working the appropriate chart in reverse.
To determine the MGW that can be maintained at a given PA again requires an
estimate of the OAT at that altitude and the checking of several charts.

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SINGLE-ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4536 KG)
30 MINUTE OEI POWER 70 KIAS
ENG – 97% RPM (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS (EA) INOPERATIVE ENGINE SECURED

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.
20,000
6000
OAT
-20°C
18,000 -30°C 5500
TWIN ENGINE M C P -40°C
ABSOLUTE CEILING 5000
16,000

4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

4000

12,000
3500

10,000 3000
-10
°C °C

2500
8,000
0

OAT LIMIT
10° 20°C

2000
C

6,000
1500
30°

4,000
C

1000
40°

2,000
C

500
50
°C

0
-2000 -1600 -1200 -800 -400 0 400 800 1200
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE
(-10.0) (-8.0) (-6.0) (-4.0) (-2.0) (0) (2.0) (4.0) (6.0)
RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-25. Single-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 1 of 3)

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BELL 412—HP
SINGLE-ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 11,000 LB (4990 KG)

MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS


ENGINE RPM 97% (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS INOPERATIVE ENGINE SECURED

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.
20,000 6000

18,000 5500

5000
16,000

4500
14,000

PRESSURE ALTITUDE—METERS
4000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE—FEET

12,000
3500

10,000 3000

2500
8000

2000
6000
1500

4000
1000

2000
500

0
–2000 –1600 –1200 –800 –400 0 400
RATE-OF-CLIMB—FEET/MINUTE

(–10.0) (–8.0) (–6.0) (–4.0) (–2.0) (0) (2.0)


RATE-OF-CLIMB—METERS/SECOND

Figure PER-25. Single-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 2 of 3)

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BELL 412—EP
SINGLE-ENGINE RATE-OF-CLIMB
GROSS WEIGHT 10,000 LB (4536 KG)

MAXIMUM CONTINUOUS POWER 70 KIAS


ENGINE RPM 97% (N2) HEATER OFF
GENERATOR 150 AMPS INOPERATIVE ENGINE SECURED

WITH ALL DOORS OPEN OR REMOVED: 1. CLIMB SPEED IS 60 KIAS.


2. RATE OF CLIMB WILL DECREASE 275 FT./MIN.
20,000
6000
OAT
-20°C
18,000 -30°C 5500
TWIN ENGINE M C P -40°C
ABSOLUTE CEILING 5000
16,000

4500

PRESSURE ALTITUDE – METERS


14,000
PRESSURE ALTITUDE – FEET

4000

12,000
3500

10,000 3000
-10
°C

2500
8,000
0°C

OAT LIMIT
10°

2000
C

6,000
20°

1500
C
30°

4,000
C

1000
40°

2,000
C

500
50
°C

0
-2000 -1600 -1200 -800 -400 0 400 800 1200
RATE OF CLIMB – FEET/MINUTE
(-10.0) (-8.0) (-6.0) (-4.0) (-2.0) (0) (2.0) (4.0) (6.0)
RATE OF CLIMB – (METERS/SECOND)

Figure PER-25. Single-Engine Rate-of-Climb Chart (Sheet 3 of 3)

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LANDING DISTANCE
The Single Engine Landing Distance chart (Figure PER-26) provides the
landing distance required to clear a 50-foot (15-meter) obstacle for all out-
side air temperatures, pressure altitudes, and gross weights. Landing distances
are based on an approach condition of 45 KIAS and 500 feet per minute rate
of descent, zero wind.

ALL MODELS
SINGLE ENGINE LANDING DISTANCE
OVER 50 FT. (15 M) OBSTACLE
21/2 MINUTE OEI 45 KIAS
POWER AS REQUIRED RATE OF DESCENT 500 FT/M
ENGINE RPM 97% HARD SURFACED RUNWAY
GENERATOR 150 AMPS INOPERATIVE ENGINE SECURED

14,000 FT. DEN. ALT. LIMIT


0 00
14,
0 00
12,

MAX. OAT
0 00
10,
00
8,0
00

MIN.
OAT
6,0
00
4,0
00

LANDING DISTANCE
2,0

ALL GROSS WEIGHTS



EL

DE
LEV

ITU
SEA

ALT
RE
0
PR -2,00
SU
ES

–40 –20 0 20 40 60 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 FEET


OAT — °C METERS
50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400
LANDING DISTANCE

Figure PER-26. Single-Engine Landing Distance Chart

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AIRSPEED CALIBRATION CHART


The single airspeed calibration chart allows the pilot to calculate calibrated
versus indicated airspeeds for climb, level flight, and autorotation. This chart
can be used in conjunction with the true airspeed factor obtained from the den-
sity altitude chart to convert KIAS to KCAS to KTAS.

The Airspeed Calibration chart (Figure PER-27) provides calibrated air-


speeds for all indicated airspeeds during level flight, climb, and autorotation.

PILOT AND COPILOT AIRSPEED


SYSTEM CALIBRATION
CLIMB, LEVEL FLIGHT, AUTOROTATION

SKID GEAR KIAS — ERROR = KCAS


160

140
LEVEL FLIGHT
CALIBRATED AIRSPEED — KNOTS

120

100
AUTOROTATION

80
CLIMB

60

40

20

0
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
INDICATED AIRSPEED — KNOTS

Figure PER-27. Airspeed Calibration Chart

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MOST EFFICIENT AIRSPEED


While never specifically mentioned in the RFM, numerous performance charts
and procedures are based on the helicopter's most efficient airspeed. Among
these are the rate-of-climb and fuel flow vs airspeed charts and the airspeed
for engine failure procedure.

Helicopter flight produces three forms of drag: profile drag associated with
rotation of the rotor systems through the air, induced drag which occurs when
the rotor system produces lift, and parasite drag that develops when the non-
lift producing parts of the helicopter are moved through the air. Each form of
drag requires a corresponding form of power to overcome the drag effects
(Figure PER-28).

Profile power overcomes profile drag and remains fairly constant through-
out the helicopter flight envelope.

Induced power required is very high during hovering, when the rotor must pro-
duce all its own lift, and increases very slightly just before the helicopter enters
translational lift. After translational lift, the induced airflow through the rotor
as a result of forward airspeed reduces the need for induced power significantly.

In a hover there is no parasite drag from the fuselage. However, as forward


flight airspeed increases, so does parasite drag, and the requirement for par-
asite power increases proportionally.

The helicopter’s most efficient airspeed is that at which the sum total of all
three types of power is the lowest.

100%

90%

80% INDUCED POWER

70%

P 60%
O PARASITE POWER
W 50%
E
R 40%

30%

20%

10%
PROFILE POWER

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150

AIRSPEED

Figure PER-28. Power Required (Typical)

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NOISE LEVELS
CERTIFICATION
This aircraft is certified as a Stage 2 helicopter as prescribed in FAR Part
36, Subpart H, for gross weights up to and including the certificated maxi-
mum takeoff and landing weight of 11,900 pounds (5,398 kilograms). There
are no operating limitations in meeting the takeoff, flyover, or approach
noise requirements.

The following noise levels comply with FAR Part 36, Appendix H, Stage 2 noise
level requirements. They were obtained by analysis of approved data from
noise tests conducted under the provisions of FAR Part 36, Amendment 36-14.

The certified noise levels are:

Flight Condition EPNL (EPNdB)


Takeoff 92.8
Flyover 93.4
Approach 95.6

NOTE
No determination has been made by the Federal
Aviation Administration that the noise levels of this
aircraft are or should be acceptable or unacceptable
for operation at, into, or out of any airport.

V H is defined as the airspeed in level flight obtained using the minimum


specification engine torque corresponding to maximum continuous power avail-
able for sea level 25° C ambient conditions at the relevant maximum certifi-
cated weight. The value of V H thus defined for this helicopter is 122 KTAS.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
The test and analysis procedures used to obtain these noise levels are es-
sentially equivalent to those required by the International Civil Aviation
Organization (ICAO) in Annex 16, Volume 1, Chapter 8. Approval is ap-
plicable only after endorsement by the Civil Aviation Authority of the coun-
try of aircraft registration.

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CATEGORY A OPERATIONS
Most Bell 412s are operated under FAR Part 29 Category B operations, and
the majority of the RFM limitations and performance charts are based on
Category B.

Category A helicopter operation may be required if:

• The helicopter is operating under a FAR Part 133, 135, or 127 certificate.

• The responsible FAA principal operations inspector requires the cer-


tificate holder to follow Category A operations for certain types of
helicopter flights.

• The party owning, operating, or hiring the helicopter requires that the
flight should be conducted under Category A.

Category A operation increases margins of safety during the takeoff and


landing/approach phases of flight. Category A does not increase helicopter
safety itself, but rather safety in the way it is operated.

Briefly, Category A requires helicopter operation in such a manner that if an


engine fails during takeoff or landing approach, either a safe landing or
climbing and attaining single-engine forward flight is possible. The increased
safety is achieved by significantly reducing maximum gross weight and max-
imum altitude for takeoff and landing and by increasing takeoff and landing
distances required.

For example, given an OAT of 40°C (104°F) at a pressure altitude of 4,000


feet, the Category B maximum gross weight for takeoff and landing is 10,500
pounds. Under the same conditions, the maximum gross weight for Category
A operations is only 8,020 pounds. The large reduction in takeoff and land-
ing gross weight substantially increases the margin of safety if an engine should
fail (Figures PER-29).

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WEIGHT — ALTITUDE — TEMPERATURE FOR TAKEOFF AND LANDING


VTOSS = 40 KIAS PART A GW TO 10,000 LBS (4536 kg)

4,000

20
°C
MA

25
°C
XO

30
°C

3,000
AT
PRESSURE ALTITUDE~FEET

35
°C
40
°C

2,000
45
°C

1,000

0
50

51
°C

.7
M

°C
A
X
O
AT

–1,000
74 76 78 80 82 84 86 88 90 92 94 96 98 100 ~ lb X 100

34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 ~ kg X 100
8020 LB
GROSS WEIGHT

Figure PER-29. Category A Operations

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FUEL FLOW VS AIRSPEED


The fuel flow vs airspeed charts may be used to obtain spproximate fuel
flow based on KTAS or KIAS. Since these charts are based on limited test
data, actual fuel consumption may vary according to external factors. The
figures calculated should not be used as a definite standard for fuel con-
sumption (Figure PER-30).

Each fuel flow vs airspeed charts is based on a different pressure altitude


and OAT. Since not all combinations of pressure altitude and OAT are in-
cluded and the effects of bleed air and drag from additional equipment are
not accounted for, it is recommended that pilots establish their own mea-
surements of fuel flow. Adjustment charts are included for the effects of
pop-out floats.

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FUEL FLOW VS AIRSPEED


TWIN ENGINE OPERATION ZERO WIND

PRESSURE ALTITUDE = 2000 FEET


OAT = +11°C
Δ FUEL FLOW—100 LB/HR

20
Δ TORQUE—%Q

3 FUEL FLOW INCREASE FOR POP-OUT FLOATS

2
10
1

0 0
60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140
TRUE AIRSPEED—KNOTS
90 8
XMSN LIM
CLEAN CONFIGURATION
80

70 7
FUEL FLOW—100 LB/HR

60 —
GW
12
TORQUE—%Q

LRC
50 6 11
10
9
40 8
5 7
30
MAX END
VNE

20 4

10
3
60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140
TRUE AIRSPEED—KNOTS

60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140


INDICATED AIRSPEED—KNOTS 412099-6-5

Figure PER-30. Fuel Flow vs Airspeed Charts

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SYLLABUS/CURRICULUM
CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... SYL-1
GENERAL INFORMATION.......................................................... SYL-1
PROGRAMMED TRAINING HOURS.......................................... SYL-1
GROUND SCHOOL MODULES................................................... SYL-2
GENERAL OPERATIONAL
SUBJECTS MODULES.................................................................. SYL-2
Module 1—Weight and Balance........................................... SYL-2
Module 2—Performance ...................................................... SYL-2
Module 3—Flight Planning .................................................. SYL-2
Module 4—Rotorcraft
Flight Manual (RFM) ............................................................ SYL-2
Module 5—Windshear.......................................................... SYL-2
Module 6—Crew Resource
Management (CRM) .............................................................. SYL-2
AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS MODULES.............................................. SYL-3
Module 1—Aircraft General................................................. SYL-3
Module 2—Powerplant ......................................................... SLY-3
Module 3—Air Management................................................ SYL-3
Module 4—Fire Protection ................................................... SYL-3
Module 5—Fuel System ....................................................... SYL-3
Module 6—Electrical System............................................... SYL-3
Module 7—Lighting ............................................................. SYL-3
Module 8—Master Warning System .................................... SYL-3
Module 9—Powertrain ......................................................... SYL-4
Module 10—Main Rotor ....................................................... SYL-4
Module 11—Tail Rotor.......................................................... SYL-4
Module 12—Flight Controls/AFCS ...................................... SYL-4
Module 13—Hydraulic .......................................................... SYL-4
Module 14—Ice and Rain Protection .................................... SYL-4

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Module 15—Environmental .................................................. SYL-4


Module 16—Avionics............................................................ SYL-4
Module 17—Kits and Accessories ........................................ SYL-5
Module 18—Preflight ............................................................ SYL-5
Module 19—Review .............................................................. SYL-5
FLIGHT TRAINING MODULE OUTLINES................................ SYL-5
Simulator Module No. 1 ........................................................ SYL-5
Simulator Module No. 2 ........................................................ SYL-7
Simulator Module No. 3 (Practical Test) ................................ SYL-8
Competency Check, Proficiency
Check, or Flight Review Check
(Checks IAW 61.56, 61.57, 135.293
or 135.297 as Appropriate) .................................................... SYL-9
COMPLETION STANDARDS....................................................... SYL-9

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SYLLABUS/CURRICULUM
INTRODUCTION
This syllabus has been prepared to serve as a general outline to assist you while
you attend this course. Normally it serves as a guide for the instructor, but
deviations will occur. Occasionally changes must be made due to unforeseen
circumstances to accommodate training in the most effective manner. If some
items are not covered where or when indicated, they will be covered at a dif-
ferent time.

GENERAL INFORMATION
The pilot recurrent training consists of the following:

NON-
PART 142 PART 142
• Classroom hours .......................................... 12.0* 12.0*

• Simulator hours (includes


systems integration) ........................................ 6.0 4.5

• Briefing hours .................................................. 2.0 3.0

• Total.................................................................. 20.0 19.5

*Up to 12 hours of optional subjects are offered.

Four days should be allowed for accomplishment of the complete program.

PROGRAMMED TRAINING HOURS


Following are the subjects and planned classroom hours for the pilot recur-
rent ground school:

• General Operational Subjects .......................................................... 2.0

• Systems Training ................................................................................ 8.0

• Preflight................................................................................................ 1.0

• Examination and Critique .................................................................. 1.0

• Total .................................................................................................... 12.0

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GROUND SCHOOL MODULES


The ground school modules will consist of instructor guided classroom dis-
cussions using ACPS/computer generated slides to present a review of the Bell
412. The primary objective is to review all aircraft limitations, normal pro-
cedures, emergency and malfunction procedures, aircraft systems, and crew
resource management and aeronautical decision making skills. All instruc-
tion is based on pilot operation of the aircraft systems and controls during
normal and abnormal systems operation.

GENERAL OPERATIONAL
SUBJECTS MODULES
MODULE 1—WEIGHT AND BALANCE
Module 1 is a thorough review regarding the center of gravity (CG). Items
to be covered will include weight and balance limits, data, and cockpit and
cabin loading.

MODULE 2—PERFORMANCE
Module 2 is a review of Section 4 of the Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM), with
emphasis on power assurance checks, hover power charts, takeoff and OEI land-
ing distance charts, and twin engine and single engine rate-of-climb charts.

MODULE 3—FLIGHT PLANNING


Module 3 will cover essential data operations and limitations pertinent to flight.

MODULE 4—ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL (RFM)


Module 4 will cover the organization of the RFM to include applicability of
the RFM, the RFM sections, manufacturer’s data, and RFM supplements; and
will also cover terminology and use of procedural words.

MODULE 5—WINDSHEAR
Module 5 will review windshear with a low level temperature inversion in a
frontal zone associated with thunderstorms and microbursts.

MODULE 6—CREW RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (CRM)


Module 6 will be an insight into the critical areas of cockpit resource man-
agement. The emphasis of this lesson will be on the factors influencing loss
of situational awareness and the error chain, effective communications,
workload and time management, elements of a quality briefing, reliance on

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ing with stress.

AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS MODULES


MODULE 1—AIRCRAFT GENERAL
Module 1 will be a review of the Bell 412 origin, development, and perfor-
mance; the major aircraft sections, dimensions and structure; crew and pas-
senger compartments; and parking, mooring and towing.

MODULE 2—POWERPLANT
Module 2 will be a review of the Pratt and Whitney PT6T Twinpac engine sys-
tems, their operation, associated malfunctions and malfunction procedures.

MODULE 3—AIR MANAGEMENT


Module 3 will review the purposes and characteristics of the Air Management
System, components, normal operation, malfunctions and corrective actions.

MODULE 4—FIRE PROTECTION


Module 4 will be a review of the engine fire detection system, the engine fire ex-
tinguishing system, and the baggage compartment smoke/fire detection system.

MODULE 5—FUEL SYSTEM


Module 5 will be a review of the fuel storage system capacity, components,
and operation, fuel supply system components and operation, fuel quantity
indicating system, and fuel system malfunctions and procedures.

MODULE 6—ELECTRICAL SYSTEM


Module 6 will be a review of electrical system types and purposes, distribution, con-
trol, indications, sources, DC and AC power flows, and electrical power systems
malfunctions.

MODULE 7—LIGHTING
Module 7 will be a review of the aircraft interior and exterior lighting.

MODULE 8—MASTER WARNING SYSTEM


Module 8 will be a review of the master caution/warning system, caution panel
segment lights, and other caution and warning lights.

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MODULE 9—POWERTRAIN
Module 9 will be a review of the powertrain components, main driveshaft,
main transmission, main transmission lubrication system, main transmis-
sion subsystems, tail rotor drive system, and tail rotor malfunctions.

MODULE 10—MAIN ROTOR


Module 10 will be a review of the type of main rotor used on the Bell 412, move-
ment of the individual blades, the main rotor improvements, characteristics and
construction of the main rotor blades, and the main rotor system limitations.

MODULE 11—TAIL ROTOR


Module 11 will be a review of the tail rotor used on the Bell 412, the charac-
teristics and operation of each of the three tail rotor subassemblies: the tail rotor
hub assembly, the tail rotor blades, and the tail rotor pitch change mechanism.

MODULE 12—FLIGHT CONTROLS/AFCS


Module 12 will be a review of the collective flight control system, the cyclic
flight control system, the antitorque flight control system, the force trim sys-
tem, the aerodynamic elevator, and AFCS/DAFCS.

MODULE 13—HYDRAULICS
Module 13 will be a review of the Bell 412 hydraulic systems to include the
hydraulic system components, operations, and malfunctions.

MODULE 14—ICE AND RAIN PROTECTION


Module 14 will be a review of the operating procedures of the pitot/static heater
system, the operating procedures and limitations of the windshield wiper
system, and the operating procedures of defrosting and defogging systems,
and the operating procedures and limitations of each.

MODULE 15—ENVIRONMENTAL
Module 15 will be a review of the environmental systems, cockpit and cabin
heating system, and cockpit ventilation system.

MODULE 16—AVIONICS
Module 16 will be a review of the function and operation of the general
avionics system in the Bell 412 helicopter. The King Gold Crown series
equipment will be discussed.

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MODULE 17—KITS AND ACCESSORIES


Module 17 will be a review of the basic components and operation of the kits
and accessories to include: emergency floatation system, heated windshields,
auxiliary fuel tanks, flight director, litter kit, external cargo hook, weather
radar, and internal rescue hoist.

MODULE 18—PREFLIGHT
Module 18 will be a pilot walkaround and interior check of the Bell 412 uti-
lizing the preflight check in the Rotorcraft Flight Manual.

MODULE 19—REVIEW
During Module 19, the pilot will successfully complete a multiple choice ex-
amination for which a minimum score of 70% is required for Non-Part 142
and 80% for Part 142 requirements. Each incorrect response will be critiqued.

FLIGHT TRAINING MODULE OUTLINES


This course provides 4.5 or 6.0 hours PIC training in the Bell 412 flight sim-
ulator. When training as crew, each pilot receives an additional 4.5 or 6.0 hours
in the copilot position. Simulator flights are 1.5 or 2.0 hours, during which
a wide variety of normal and malfunction/emergency procedures are practiced.
The degree of complexity and the challenge of each mission progresses to the
testing or checking applicable to the curriculum.

As a pilot’s proficiency and job requirements vary, each pilot will be trained
in the environment most closely approximating his/her flying requirements
(i.e. VFR, VFR/IFR, offshore, EMS, military, air taxi, corporate, etc.).

SIMULATOR MODULE NO. 1


A. Flight Training Events

1. Preparation

a. Preflight

b. Performance Limitations

2. Surface Operations

a. Powerplant Start

b. Pretakeoff Checks

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3. Takeoff

a. Hover Taxi

b. Air Taxi

c. Normal and Crosswind Takeoff

4. Climb

a. Normal

b. Traffic Patterns

5. Landings

a. Normal and Crosswind Landing

b. Single Engine Landing

6. After Landing Procedures

a. Parking

B. Systems Procedures (Normal/Abnormal)

1. Flight Controls

2. Fire Detection and Extinguishing

3. Navigation and Avionics Equipment

4. AFCS, EFIS (As Applicable)

5. Engine System

C. Other Flight Procedures

1. Confined Area Operations

2. Pinnacle/Platform Operation

3. Rapid Deceleration

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SIMULATOR MODULE NO. 2


A. Review of Previous Flight

B. Flight Training Events

1. Takeoff

a. Instrument Takeoff

b. Maximum Performance Takeoff & Climb

2. Enroute

a. Single Engine Procedures

b. Steep Turns

c. Recovery from Unusual Attitudes

d. Settling with Power

3. Approaches

a. Area Departure and Arrival

b. Precision Approach (Coupled)

c. Nonprecision Approach

d. Missed Approach

e. Precision Approach with One Engine Inoperative


f. Steep Approach

g. Shallow Approach and Running Landing

4. Landings

a. Go Around

5. Other Flight Procedures

a. Holding

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C. Systems Procedures (Normal/Abnormal)

1. Electrical (AC and DC)

2. Flight Control Systems

3. Anti-ice and Deice Systems

4. Emergency Equipment

5. Loss of Tail Rotor Effectiveness (Oral Only)

6. Powerplant

7. Fuel System
8. Electrical

9. Hydraulics

D. System Procedures (Emergency)

1. Inflight Fire and Smoke Removal

2. Transmission

3. Tail Rotor

4. Fuel System

5. Engine Oil Systems

6. Hydraulic System Failure (#1 or #2)

SIMULATOR MODULE NO. 3 (PRACTICAL TEST)


A. Flight Training Events

1. Preflight Procedures

2. Ground Operations

3. Takeoff and Departure Maneuvers

4. Inflight Maneuvers

5. Instrument Procedures

6. Landings and Approaches to Landings

7. Normal and Abnormal Procedures

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8. Emergency Procedures

9. Postflight Procedures

COMPETENCY CHECK, PROFICIENCY CHECK, OR


FLIGHT REVIEW (CHECKS IAW 61.56, 61.57, 135.293 OR
135.297 AS APPROPRIATE)
A flight training module in which the pilot shall demonstrate in the language
of FAR 61.43: “Show that he is the master of the aircraft, with the success-
ful outcome of the maneuver never seriously in doubt.” Or, in the language
of FAR 135.293: “. . .the pilot must be the obvious master of the aircraft, with
the successful outcome of the maneuver never in doubt.”

COMPLETION STANDARDS
The pilot must demonstrate satisfactory performance through behavioral
checks and examinations in the classroom and in the simulator to insure skill
requirements have been demonstrated to maintain pilot-in-command status.

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MASTER WARNING SYSTEM


CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................ MWS-1
GENERAL ................................................................................... MWS-1
CAUTION PANEL ....................................................................... MWS-1

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ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Title Page
MWS-1 Annunciators—SNs 33001–33107 .......................... MWS-8
MWS-2 Annunciators—SNs 33108 and Subsequent ............ MWS-9
MWS-3 Annunciators—SNs 36087 and Subsequent ............ MWS-9

TABLES
Table Title Page
MWS-1 Caution Panel Caution/Warning Lights .................... MWS-2
MWS-2 Additional Caution/Warning Lights ........................ MWS-6

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INTRODUCTION
The caution/warning system of the Bell 412 provides the pilot with immedi-
ate notification of all major systems malfunctions. The majority of the cau-
tion/warning lights are located on the caution panel. Additional caution/warning
lights are located on the instrument panels, readily visible to both pilots. Two
MASTER CAUTION lights alert the pilot when any of the caution/warning
lights illuminate..

GENERAL
The caution/warning system includes: the caution panel, other caution/warn-
ing lights for associated systems, the two MASTER CAUTION lights, cau-
tion panel system switches, and associated electrical supply systems. Warning
lights pertaining to systems that require the pilot’s immediate attention have
black letters on a red background (red letters on a black background on SNs
33108 and subsequent). Caution lights pertaining to systems that require
other than immediate attention have amber letters on a black background.

CAUTION PANEL
The caution panel is located on the engine instrument panel. For Bell 412 SNs
33001 through 33107, the panel contains 40 individual monitoring/detecting
systems and lights, all of which are functional. The caution panel for Bell SNs
33108 through 36086 contains 54 lights of which 43 are functional, and Bell
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Table MWS-1. CAUTION PANEL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS

Caution/Warning Model Cause for Illumination


Light
107, SP, HP Loss of electrical power to either
AFCS, loss of DG input to either
AFCS AFCS, acutator(s) beyond limits,
failed Helipilot unit, or other
AFCS malfunction.

EP Loss of electrical power to either


AUTOPILOT 1 Autopilot, or failed Autopilpt unit.
Autopilot 1 or 2 Inoperative.
AUTOPILOT 2

EP Pitch, roll, or yaw trim inoperative.


AUTO TRIM
All Both battery switches/relays in the
BATTERY same position.

BATTERY TEMP * 107 Battery temperature is above limits.

BATTERY SP, HP, EP Battery temperature is above limits.


TEMP

CAUTION PANEL 107 Caution panel inoperative.

CAUTION SP, HP, EP Caution panel inoperative.


PANEL

C BOX OIL PRESS


* 107 Combining gearbox oil pressure is
below normal.
C BOX OIL SP, HP, EP Combining gear box oil pressure is
PRESSURE below normal.

* 107 Combining gearbox oil temperature


C BOX OIL TEMP is above normal.

C BOX OIL SP, HP, EP Combining gearbox oil temperature


TEMP is above limits.

107 Metal particles in 42° or 90°


CHIP 42/90 BOX gearbox oil.

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Table MWS-1. CAUTION PANEL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS (CONT)

Caution/Warning Model Cause for Illumination


Light

42/90 BOX SP, HP, EP Metal particles in 42° or 90°


CHIP gearbox oil.

107 Metal particles in combining


CHIP C BOX gearbox oil.

C BOX SP, HP, EP Metal particles in combining


CHIP gearbox oil.

CHIP 107 Metal particles in engine oil.

ENGINE SP, HP, EP Metal particles in engine oil.


CHIP

CHIP XMSN 107 Metal particles in transmission oil.

XMSN SP, HP, EP Metal particles in transmission oil.


CHIP
107 Generator has failed, is turned off,
DC GENERATOR or is disconnected from the
electrical system.

SP, HP, EP Generator has failed, is turned off,


DC or is disconnected from the
GENERATOR electrical system.

DOOR LOCK 107 Passenger doors and/ or baggage


compartment door are not locked.

DOOR SP, HP, EP Passenger doors and/ or baggage


LOCK compartment door are not locked.

EXTERNAL All External power connector door


POWER is open.

107 Indicated fuel boost pump, flow


FUEL BOOST switch, or ejector pump has failed.

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Table MWS-1. CAUTION PANEL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS (CONT)

Caution/Warning Model Cause for Illumination


Light

NO. 1 FUEL SP, HP, EP Fuel boost pump failure has


BOOST occurred.
NO. 2 FUEL
BOOST

107 Fuel filter is partially blocked.


FUEL FILTER

SP, HP, EP Fuel filter is partially blocked.


NO. 1 FUEL
FILTER
NO. 2 FUEL
FILTER

FUEL SP, HP, EP Fuel interconnect valve not fully


INTCON closed.

FUEL LOW 107 Indicated fuel supply is low.

FUEL SP, HP, EP Fuel level in left or right cells at or


LOW below 190 pounds.

NO. 1 FUEL SP, HP, EP Fuel transfer pump has failed, flow
TRANS switch or ejector pump malfunc-
tioned. Prior to BH 412 SN 33168
NO. 2 FUEL or fuel has leaked back into mid
TRANS underfloor cell after completion of
fuel transfer.
FUEL VALVE 107 Fuel valve not properly seated or
circuit breaker out.
FUEL
VALVE SP, HP, EP Fuel valve not properly seated or
circuit breaker out.
FUEL XFEED
107 Fuel crossfeed valve not fully open
or closed.
FUEL
XFEED
SP, SH, EP Fuel crossfeed valve not fully open

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Table MWS-1. CAUTION PANEL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS (CONT)

CAUTION/
WARNING MODEL CAUSE FOR ILLUMINATION
LIGHT
GEN OVHT 107 Generator overheating.

NO. 1 GEN SP, HP, EP Generator overheating.


OVHT
NO. 2 GEN
OVHT

GOV MANUAL 107 Engine governor in manual mode

GOV SP, HP, EP Engine governor in manual mode


MANUAL

HEATER AIR LINE All Heater mixing valve has malfunction.

HYDRAULIC 107 Hydraulic pressure is below limits or


temperature is above limits.

NO. 1 SP, HP, EP Hydraulic pressure is below limits or


HYDRAULIC
temperature is above limits.
NO. 2
HYDRAULIC

INVERTER 1 107 Failure of AC power inverter.

INVERTER 2

NO. 1 SP, HP, EP Failure of AC power inverter.


INVERTER
NO. 2
INVERTER

OIL PRESSURE 107 Engine oil pressure is below limits

OIL Engine oil pressure is below limits


PRESSURE SP, HP, EP

PART SEP OFF 107 Particle separator bypass door is closed,


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Table MW-1. CAUTION PANEL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS (CONT)

Caution/Warning Model Cause for Illumination


Light
PART SEP SP, HP, EP Particle separator
closed, or bypassout.
circuit breaker door
OFF
107Rotor brake linings not retracted.
ROTOR BRAKE
SP, HP, EP Rotor brake linings not retracted.
ROTOR
BRAKE
107 Transmission oil pressure is below
limits.
XMSN OIL PRESS
SP, HP, EP Transmission oil pressure is below
XMSN OIL limits.
PRESSURE
107 Transmission oil pressure is above
limits.
XMSN OIL TEMP
SP, HP, EP Transmission oil pressure is above
XMSN OIL limits.
TEMP

Table MWS-2. ADDITIONAL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS

Caution/Warning Model Cause for Illumination


Light
All Smoke is detected in the baggage
BAGGAGE FIRE compartment.

All Cyclic control is not centered when


on the ground and rotor rpm is
below 95%.
CYC CTR
All Indicated engine N1 rpm is below
ENG 1 OUT 53% ±2%.

ENG 2 OUT

All Fire is detected in the indicated


FIRE 1 PULL engine compartment.

FIRE 2 PULL

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Table MWS-2. ADDITIONAL CAUTION/WARNING LIGHTS (CONT)

Caution/Warning Model Cause for Illumination


Light
All Force trim system is turned off, the
FT OFF circuit breaker out or failed.

All Flight director decoupled from


DCPL AFCS, or failed.
All Main rotor rpm is either above 103%
or below 95%. If rotor rpm is low, a
RPM warning signal is also heard in the
pilot’s and copilot’s headsets.

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OIL PRESSURE OIL PRESSURE

DC GENERATOR RESET DC GENERATOR

PART SEP OFF PART SEP OFF

FUEL BOOST TEST FUEL BOOST

FUEL FILTER FUEL FILTER


E E
FUEL LOW N + N FUEL LOW
G G
1 2
GOV MANUAL GOV MANUAL

CHIP BRIGHT CHIP

FUEL VALVE FUEL VALVE

GEN OVHT DIM GEN OVHT

CAUTION PANEL HYDRAULIC

XMSN OIL PRESS CHIP C BOX C BOX OIL PRESS

INVERTER #1 CHIP XMSN INVERTER #2

XMSN OIL TEMP CHIP 42/90 BOX C BOX OIL TEMP

EXTERNAL POWER BATTERY TEMP FUEL XFEED

DOOR LOCK ROTOR BRAKE HEATER AIR LINE

BATTERY ROTOR BRAKE AFCS

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TEST RESET
OIL PART SEP E E PART SEP OIL
PRESSURE OFF PNL BRT OFF PRESSURE
N N
GOV
ENGINE
CHIP
GOV
MANUAL
G G MANUAL
ENGINE
CHIP

FUEL DC
1 LT
+
DIM 2 DC FUEL
VALVE GENERATOR GENERATOR VALVE

NO. 1 FUEL NO. 1 GEN NO. 2 GEN NO. 2 FUEL


BOOST OVHT OVHT BOOST

NO. 1 FUEL C'BOX OIL XMSN OIL NO. 2 FUEL


TRANS AFCS
PRESSURE PRESSURE TRANS

BATTERY ROTOR C'BOX OIL XMSN OIL ROTOR BATTERY


TEMP BRAKE TEMP TEMP BRAKE

NO. 1 FUEL C BOX XMSN CAUTION NO. 2 FUEL


FILTER CHIP CHIP PANEL FILTER

FUEL NO.1 NO. 1 NO. 2 NO. 2 FUEL


LOW INVERTER HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC INVERTER INTCON

HEATER EXTERNAL 42/90 BOX DOOR FUEL


AIR LINE POWER CHIP LOCK XFEED

Figure MWS-02. ANNUNCIATORS—SNs 33108 AND SUBSEQUENT

RESET
OIL PART SEP E TEST E PART SEP OIL
PRESSURE OFF OFF PRESSURE
N PNL BRT N
GOV
ENGINE
CHIP
GOV
MANUAL
G G MANUAL
ENGINE
CHIP

FUEL DC
1 LT DIM 2 DC FUEL
VALVE GENERATOR GENERATOR VALVE

NO. 1 FUEL NO. 2 EFIS NO. 2 FUEL


BOOST FAN BOOST

NO. 1 FUEL NO. 1 AUTO C'BOX OIL XMSN OIL NO. 1 AUTO NO. 2 FUEL
TRANS PILOT PRESSURE PRESSURE PILOT TRANS

BATTERY ROTOR C'BOX OIL XMSN OIL ROTOR BATTERY


TEMP BRAKE TEMP TEMP BRAKE

NO. 1 FUEL NO.1 C'BOX XMSN CAUTION NO. 2 FUEL


FILTER EFIS FAN CHIP CHIP PANEL FILTER

FUEL NO.1 NO. 1 NO. 2 NO. 2 FUEL


LOW INVERTER HYDRAULIC HYDRAULIC INVERTER INTCON

HEATER EXTERNAL 42/90 BOX DOOR FUEL


AIR LINE POWER CHIP LOCK XFEED

FDR SYS CLTV AUTOTRIM


FAIL

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SYSTEMS REVIEW

CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. SR-1
HELICOPTER DESCRIPTION........................................................ SR-1
Principal Dimensions ............................................................... SR-1
Location References................................................................. SR-1
GENERAL ARRANGEMENT......................................................... SR-5
Crew Compartment .................................................................. SR-5
Passenger/Cargo Compartment................................................ SR-5
Baggage Compartment............................................................. SR-6
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLES..................................... SR-7
ROTOR SYSTEMS ........................................................................... SR-7
Main Rotor ............................................................................... SR-7
Tail Rotor ................................................................................. SR-7
TRANSMISSION.............................................................................. SR-8
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS................................................................. SR-9
FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM ........................................................ SR-9
FORCE TRIM SYSTEM ................................................................ SR-10
Force Trim Controls............................................................... SR-10
PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM ............................................................... SR-10
AUXILIARY SYSTEMS ................................................................ SR-11
Heating Systems..................................................................... SR-11
Ventilating Systems ............................................................... SR-11
Lighting Systems ................................................................... SR-11
Windshield Wipers................................................................. SR-12
Intercommunications Systems ............................................... SR-12
Rotor Brake............................................................................ SR-12
EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT ........................................................ SR-13
Fire Detection System............................................................ SR-13

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Engine Fire Extinguishing System ........................................ SR-13


Portable Fire Extinguishers.................................................... SR-13
First Aid Kit ........................................................................... SR-13
Emergency Exits .................................................................... SR-13

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ILLUSTRATIONS
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SR-1 Principal Dimensions ....................................................... SR-2
SR-2 Transmission Oil System Schematic ............................. SR-8

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SYSTEMS REVIEW
INTRODUCTION
The helicopter, its primary and auxiliary systems, and emergency equipment
are described within this section.

HELICOPTER DESCRIPTION
The Bell Helicopter Textron Model 412 is a twin-engine, fifteen-place heli-
copter with a single four-bladed main rotor system and a tail rotor to provide
directional control.

The airframe is a semimonocoque structure with metal and fiberglass cover-


ing. Two longitudinal main beams and the pylon support structure provide pri-
mary support.

Skid-type landing gear is affixed below the fuselage. Optional skid-mounted


emergency pop-out flotation gear is available.

PRINCIPAL DIMENSIONS
Principal exterior dimensions are shown in Figure SR-1. All height dimen-
sions must be considered approximate due to variations in loading and alight-
ing gear deflection.

LOCATION REFERENCES
Locations on and within the helicopter can be determined in relation to fuse-
lage stations, waterlines, and buttock lines, measured in inches from known
reference points.

Fuselage Stations
Fuselage stations (FS or sta.) are vertical planes perpendicular to, and mea-
sured along, the longitudinal axis of the helicopter. Station zero is the ref-
erence datum plane and is 20 inches (508 millimeters) aft of the nose of
the helicopter.

Waterlines
Waterlines (WL) are horizontal planes perpendicular to, and measured along,
the vertical axis of the helicopter. Waterline zero is a reference plane located
7.4 inches (188 millimeters) below the lowest point of the fuselage.

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SR-2

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(14 M)
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2 FT 7 IN.
(777 MM)

4 FT 8 IN. 9 FT 4 IN.
(1.4 M) (2.8 M)

1 FT 2 IN.
(360 MM)

4 FT 7 IN. 12 FT 1.2 IN.


(1.4 M) (4.0 M)

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NOTES:
VERTICAL DIMENSIONS ARE FOR HELICOPTERS
6 FT 8 IN. AT 11,900 POUNDS (5,262 KILOGRAMS)
(2.0 M) GROSS WEIGHT. VERTICAL DIMENSIONS WILL
INCREASE APPROXIMATELY 3.3 INCHES
(83.8 MILLIMETERS) WHEN HELICOPTER IS EMPTY.

9 FT 4 IN.
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SR-4

56 FT 2 IN.
(17.1 M)
45 FT 11 IN.
(14 M) 41 FT 8 IN.
(12.7 M)

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(3.9 M)

8 FT 7 IN.
(2.6 M)

10 FT 10 IN.
(3.3 M) 1 FT 5 IN.
(423 MM)
5 FT 1 IN.
(1.5 M)

15 FT 1 IN.
1 FT 3 IN. (4.6 M)
11 FT 5 IN. (393 MM)

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Buttock Lines
Buttock lines (BL) are vertical planes perpendicular to, and measured to the
left and right along the lateral axis of the helicopter. Buttock line zero is the
plane at the longitudinal centerline of the helicopter.

GENERAL ARRANGEMENT
The fuselage forward section contains the nose compartment for electrical and
avionics equipment, the crew compartment, the passenger/cargo compartment,
and the lower fuel cells. The center section incorporates the transmission com-
partment, the pylon support structure, and the upper fuel cells. The aft sec-
tion of the fuselage houses the left and right engines, the combining gearbox
and oil coolers, and has compartments for avionics, AFCS computers, the bleed-
air heater, and optional equipment components.

The tailboom is attached to the aft end of the fuselage and supports the tail
rotor and drive train, vertical fin, horizontal stabilizer/elevator, and tail skid.
A baggage compartment is located in the forward end of the tailboom.

CREW COMPARTMENT
The crew compartment or cockpit occupies the forward part of the cabin. The
pilot station is on the right side, and the copilot/forward passenger station is
on the left.

The instrument panel extends across the front of the cockpit and is tilted up-
ward slightly for more direct viewing of the instruments. An overhead con-
sole is centered on the cabin roof, and a floor-mounted pedestal is located
between the crew seats.

A door on either side permits direct access to the crew compartment. Large
glass windshields and clear acrylic windows in the crew doors, roof, and lower
nose area allow good visibility from the crew compartment.

Crew Seats
The pilot and copilot seats are designed for energy attenuation to absorb ver-
tical impact loads in the event of a hard landing. Adjustment handles located
beneath the right side of each seat can be pulled to adjust seats 4.0 inches (10.2
centimeters) vertically and 4.5 inches (11.4 centimeters) longitudinally. Each
crew seat is equipped with a lap seatbelt and a dual shoulder harness with in-
ertial reel, which locks in the event of rapid deceleration.

PASSENGER/CARGO COMPARTMENT
The aft area of the cabin contains a space of 220 cubic feet (6.2 cubic meters)
for the carriage of passengers or internal cargo.

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Thirteen passengers can be accommodated when the optional passenger seat


kit is installed.

A large sliding door and a hinged panel on either side of the cabin provide
full, direct access to the passenger/cargo compartment. Large acrylic windows
in the doors allow outside viewing from any seat.

Passenger Seats
The passenger seats are arranged in a row of four seats facing aft, another row
of five seats facing forward, and a pair of seats facing outboard from either
side of the pylon support structure. All seats are equipped with lap seatbelts,
shoulder harnesses, and inertial reels, and are designed for energy attenua-
tion to absorb vertical impact loads in the event of a hard landing.

Tiedowns and Equipment Fittings


Fifty-five tiedown rings and eighty-nine studs are recessed into the cabin deck
for securing internal cargo, passenger seats, and other optional equipment kits,
such as internal hoists, litters, etc. Fourteen additional studs are incorporated
into the cabin roof for attachment of optional equipment.

The deck-mounted tiedown fittings have an airframe structural capacity of


1,250 pounds (567.0 kilograms) vertical and 500 pounds (226.8 kilograms)
horizontal per fitting.

Provisions for installation of cargo tiedown fittings are incorporated in the


aft cabin bulkhead and transmission support structure. Each tiedown point has
an airframe structural capacity of 1,250 pounds (567.0 kilograms) at 90 de-
grees to the bulkhead and 500 pounds (226.8 kilograms) in any direction par-
allel to the bulkhead.

BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT
The baggage compartment is located in the forward end of the tailboom and
has a capacity of 28 cubic feet (0.8 cubic meter). The compartment can carry
up to 400 pounds (181 kilograms) of baggage or other cargo, which can be
secured using the twenty tiedown fittings provided.

The access door is on the right side of the tailboom and is provided with a
key lock for security of baggage compartment contents.

Two interior lights illuminate the baggage compartment when the door is open.
The DOOR LOCK caution light illuminates on the caution panel when the door
is not properly latched.

A smoke detector is installed in the compartment and is connected to the BAG-


GAGE FIRE warning light on the instrument panel.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONSOLES


The instrument panel, which consists of three separate sections, extends
across the front of the cockpit. It is tilted slightly to provide better viewing
of the instruments by the flight crew.

The flight instruments are mounted in the section in front of the pilot’s seat.
The system’s instruments and the caution panel are mounted in the center
section of the panel. Optional copilot flight instruments are mounted in the
section in front of the left seat.

The collective control panel mounts engine switches used during starting and
shutdown, landing light and searchlight control switches, and optional
equipment switches.

The pedestal, located between the two crew seats, supports the avionics con-
trol heads, and engine and flight control system switches. A case for stowage
of the helicopter logbook, maps, and other data is incorporated into the
pedestal.

The hourmeter panel is located at the base of the pedestal on the right side.
It supports the hourmeter, transmission chip indicators (XMSN CHIP IND),
and the battery bus circuit breakers (NO. 1 BUS BAT and NO. 2 BUS BAT).
The hourmeter records aircraft operating time in hours and tenths. The trans-
mission chip indicators provide an indication to maintenance personnel that
the transmission chip caution light (XMSN CHIP) had illuminated and where
the chip occurred. To reset the indicator, rotate the outer portion 60 degrees
clockwise.

The Dual Digital AFCS EEPROM READ and ERASE switches are located
on the console just aft of the hourmeter panel.

The overhead console mounts electrical system switches and circuit breakers.

ROTOR SYSTEMS
MAIN ROTOR
The main rotor system consists of four composite blades mounted to flex-beam
type yokes to provide a soft-in-plane arrangement. Elastomeric bearings help
damp vibrations and provide lead-lag action for the main rotor blades. Two
of the blades can be folded parallel to the others to minimize the space re-
quired for storage.

TAIL ROTOR
The tail rotor is a two-bladed, semi-rigid rotor system mounted on the right
side of the vertical fin. Rotor flapping is allowed by a delta hinge for stabil-
ity during hovering turns and forward flight.

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JET 8 CAUTION PANEL


PRESS
VENT SW XMSN OIL PRESS
PRESS
CHIP XMTR
DETECTOR JET 1
JET 2 (AND TWO
AUXILIARY JETS)
CAUTION PANEL
JET 7
CHIP
DETECTOR TEMP SW
XMSN OIL HOT
RELIEF TEMP PRESS
JET 6 VALVE IND IND
JET 5 15 10
10 8
TEMP BULB OIL 6
5 T °C PSI P
4
X10
JET 3 0 2
FILLER –5 0

INPUT
QUILL

FILTER UPPER
JET 4 X
M
S
N
FULL MAST
PUMP C
LOW H
CAUTION PANEL I
PUMP SCREEN P
PLNTY
CHIP XMSN
CHIP I
DETECTOR N
D
TEMP SUMP
BYPASS
VALVE FILTER
DEBRIS
TO RESET
ROTATE
LEGEND RING
60° CW
COOLER OIL SUPPLY
PRESSURE
NOTE Debris Monitor
DRAIN on HP/EP only.
QUICK DISC.
VALVE

Figure SR-2. Transmission Oil System Schematic

TRANSMISSION
The transmission is mounted in the pylon support structure with four vibra-
tion-isolating mounts. Two stages of planetary reduction gears and spiral bevel
gears are used to reduce the input driveshaft speed to the speeds required for
main rotor and tail rotor drive. Both hydraulic pumps are driven by the trans-
mission (Figure SR-2).

A gage in the instrument panel allows the flight crew to monitor transmis-
sion oil temperature and pressure. Warning lights are provided to warn of high
transmission oil temperature and low transmission oil pressure. A caution light
is provided to warn of metal particles in transmission oil. Three remote trans-
mission chip indicators are located on the right side of the pedestal near the
cabin floor. On some models a fourth chip detector indicator is connected to
a debris monitor which is located in the transmission internal filter.

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HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Two separate hydraulic systems are used to assist cyclic, collective, and anti-
torque flight controls. Each system contains a reservoir, a pump, an integrated
valve and filter assembly, an accumulator, and check valves.

Each integrated valve and filter assembly contains a system pressure filter and
a system return filter. In the event any one of these filters becomes partially
clogged, a button on the filter housing will pop out to give an indication of
filter bypass. This button will also activate a switch which will cause a re-
mote hydraulic filter bypass indicator in the lower right area of the nose to
switch from green to red. The remote bypass indicator can be seen on the pre-
flight check through the lower right nose window.

An electrical interlock prevents both hydraulic systems from being switched


off at the same time. If one system is off and the second system is switched
off, the second system will remain on.

The hydraulic pumps are driven by the transmission and have different rated
capacities. The system 1 pump delivers a greater volume of fluid to operate
the antitorque flight control servoactuator.

The cyclic and collective flight control servoactuators are each powered by
both hydraulic systems, such that if either system fails, the remaining sys-
tem will operate the actuators. The antitorque servoactuator is powered by
the No. 1 hydraulic, only.

Each hydraulic system has a gage to allow the flight crew to monitor fluid
pressure and temperature. A HYDRAULIC caution light illuminates in the
event of low hydraulic fluid pressure or high temperature in either system.

FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM


The flight control system consisting of cyclic, collective pitch, and anti-
torque controls, is used to regulate helicopter attitude, altitude, and direction
of flight. The flight controls are hydraulically boosted to reduce pilot effort,
to overcome resistance of the elastomeric bearings in the main rotor system,
and to counteract control feedback forces.

Control inputs from the cyclic stick, collective stick, and antitorque pedals
are transmitted by push-pull tubes and bellcranks to the hydraulic flight con-
trol actuators. The two cyclic flight control actuators are connected to the swash-
plate, located above the transmission. The swashplate converts the fixed
controls to rotating controls and actuates alternating cyclic pitch inputs to the
main rotor.

The collective flight control actuator is connected to the collective lever at


the mast. The collective lever actuates the collective sleeve, which moves the
mixing/rephasing levers up and down to induce collective pitch to the blades.

The antitorque flight control actuator is located in the aft fuselage compart-
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to the rotating controls through a bearing in the crosshead assembly, which


slides along the tail rotor mast to provide pitch change control.

The antitorque control pedals in the cockpit can be adjusted fore and aft
by depressing and rotating a knob located on the floor just forward of each
crew seat.

FORCE TRIM SYSTEM


The cyclic and antitorque controls incorporate a force trim system to provide
artificial control reaction forces when the controls are manually moved from
their reference positions. The force trim system is also interrelated with the
operation of the AFCS. Refer to Automatic Flight Control System.

The force trim components include spring-loaded force gradient cartridges


connected in a series with the rotary trim actuators to the fore/aft and lateral
cyclic controls and to the antitorque controls. When engaged, the trim actu-
ators become locked in position by internal magnetic brakes. Manual move-
ment of the controls then actuates the force gradients which provide the
desired control resistance.

FORCE TRIM CONTROLS


The force trim system is activated by the FORCE TRIM switch, located on
the pedestal. A FORCE TRIM release button, located on the cyclic stick grip,
can be depressed to de-energize the system momentarily, allowing the pilot
to reposition the cyclic and pedals for long term pitch, roll, and yaw correc-
tions. Upon releasing the button, the magnetic brakes are re-energized and
will lock the trim actuators in the new reference positions existing at the mo-
ment the button is released.

The pilot cyclic control stick is gimbal mounted to provide movement in any
direction. There are two cyclic centering caution lights located on the pilot’s
and copilot’s instrument panel near the MASTER CAUTION light. These lights
will illuminate upon excessive cyclic inputs during ground operations below
normal operating range. Properly positioning the cyclic stick will extinguish
the lights.

PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM
The pitot system consists of an electrically heated pitot tube connected to the
airspeed indicator. A second, independent pitot system is installed when the
optional copilot’s instrument kit is installed.

The static system consists of the static ports and the tubing necessary to con-
nect them to the airspeed indicator(s), altimeter(s), and vertical speed indi-
cator(s). Two static ports are located just forward of the crew doors. IFR
configured helicopters are equipped with heated static ports. Two additional
static ports are located on the roof underneath the transmission cowling.

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An alternate static port (if installed) is located inside the cockpit on the
pilot’s instrument panel on back of the STATIC SOURCE switch. Under
normal conditions, the switch should be placed in the PRI position. This
position selects the static ports located forward of the crew doors as well
as the roof mounted static ports (if installed). If erratic readings are
seen on the airspeed indicator, altimeter, and vertical speed indicators,
obstruction of the outside static ports is a possible cause. If this occurs,
the STATIC SOURCE switch should be placed in the ALTN position. This
position selects the alternate static air source (cabin air) and at the same
time, shuts off the outside static air source for the pilot’s side only.

AUXILIARY SYSTEMS
HEATING SYSTEM
The cabin heating system, which includes the windshield defrost system,
uses bleed air from the engine compressor sections as the source of heat. A
mixing valve which is controlled by a thermostat, mixes heated air with out-
side air to obtain the desired temperature.

When windshield defrost is selected, heated air is diverted from the doorpost
and pedestal heater outlets to the windshield nozzles.

VENTILATING SYSTEM
The ventilating system delivers outside air to nozzles by the instrument panel
and also to the windshield nozzles to defog the windshield and provide fresh
air ventilation. The overhead ventilation system delivers outside air through
overhead nozzles to the crew and passenger compartments.

LIGHTING SYSTEMS
Interior Lighting
Two multipurpose cockpit/map lights are mounted overhead in the crew com-
partment. Either the white or red light can be selected and the lights may be
adjusted from spot beam to flood type illumination. These lights may be re-
moved from their mounts for increased utility.

Three dome lights with intensity adjustments are mounted in the passenger
compartment. The dome lights also illuminate either red or white and are con-
trolled by a switch and rheostat located in the overhead console.

Two lights in the baggage compartment are automatically switched on when


the door is opened.

Other interior lighting circuits include the instrument panel lights, instrument
secondary lights, overhead console lights, and pedestal lights all controlled
by rheostats in the overhead console. An approach plate and map light is lo-
cated on each forward crew doorpost and is controlled by a rheostat knob on
the instrument panel.

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Four self-illuminating beta lights are mounted over the windows in the pas-
senger/cargo doors to identify the emergency exits.

Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting circuits include position lights, anticollision lights, a land-
ing light, a searchlight, and utility (step) lights. The landing light and search-
light are controlled by switches on the pilot’s collective stick. The other
exterior lights are controlled by switches in the overhead console.

WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Electrically powered windshield wipers are mounted above the windshields.
Selector knobs on the overhead console allow the pilot and copilot to control
the windshield wipers independently.

INTERCOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
The intercommunications control panel(s), located on the pedestal, are used
by the flight crew to control the intercom system and the navigation and com-
munication radio signals.

An optional aft intercom system may be installed to enable the flight crew to
communicate with passengers in the aft cabin in response to illumination of
the AFT INT CALL lights on the instrument panel. Passengers may also use
the aft intercom system to communicate with each other, or to monitor other
communication or navigation systems being used by the flight crew. During
IFR operations it is recommended that AFT INT be left off to preclude in-
terference with air traffic control communications.

ROTOR BRAKE
The rotor brake incorporates dual hydraulic systems which are independent
of the flight control hydraulic systems. The primary components include a
dual master cylinder located on the forward cabin roof, a brake disc with dual
brake cylinders mounted on the transmission, and associated hydraulic tub-
ing. Two ROTOR BRAKE warning lights on the caution panel are activated
by pressure switches in the brake hydraulic systems to warn the pilot that the
brake is not fully released.

Rotor brake application is limited to ground operation after both engines


have been shut down and rotor rpm has decreased to 40%. The brake should
be released just before the rotor stops to preclude backlash, and the brake
handle should be returned to the full-up detent position. After securing the
main rotor blades, the rotor brake may be locked to stabilize the rotor dur-
ing windy conditions.

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EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
FIRE DETECTION SYSTEM
A set of heat sensing elements is mounted to the cowling and forward fire-
wall for each power section. A fire or overheat condition will cause the FIRE
PULL handle for the affected power section to illuminate.

A smoke detector is mounted at the forward end of the baggage compartment


ceiling. Smoke in the baggage compartment will cause the BAGGAGE FIRE
warning light in the instrument panel to flash intermittently.

ENGINE FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM


A fire extinguisher bottle for each power section is mounted in the aft fuse-
lage. These bottles are connected in such a way as to allow either bottle to be
discharged onto either engine. Pulling the FIRE PULL handle of the affected
power section closes the bypass door in the air management system, closes
the fuel shutoff valve, closes both heater bleed-air valves, and arms both fire
bottles. The fire extinguisher selector switch may then be used to discharge
the main and reserve fire extinguisher bottles individually.

PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS


Two portable fire extinguishers are mounted in the cabin, one on the cabin
floor to the right of the pilot’s seat, and the other on the doorpost aft of the
copilot’s seat.

FIRST AID KIT


A portable first aid kit is attached to the left side of the pedestal by hook and
pile fasteners.

EMERGENCY EXITS
Door Jettison
If crew doors will not open, door jettison can be accomplished by pulling the
jettison handles, located on the doorpost forward of each crew door.

Window Jettison
If cabin sliding doors or hinged panels cannot be opened, emergency escape
is possible by pushing on the corners of the windows in the sliding doors to
jettison the windows.

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SYSTEMS REVIEW—412SP

CONTENTS
Page
POWERPLANT ........................................................................... SR-SP-5
FUEL SYSTEM ........................................................................... SR-SP-5
Description—Mechanical................................................... SR-SP-5
Description—Electrical .................................................... SR-SP-10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .......................................................... SR-SP-16
DC Electrical System ....................................................... SR-SP-16
AC Electrical System ....................................................... SR-SP-18
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM ........................................................... SR-SP-18
FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM................................................. SR-SP-19
Force Trim Systems.......................................................... SR-SP-20
AUTOMATIC FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM (AFCS)........... SR-SP-20
AFCS Controls and Indicators ......................................... SR-SP-21
PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM ......................................................... SR-SP-23
AUXILIARY SYSTEMS........................................................... SR-SP-23
Heating System ................................................................ SR-SP-23
Ventilating System............................................................ SR-SP-23
Lighting Systems.............................................................. SR-SP-24
Windshield Wipers ........................................................... SR-SP-24
Intercommunications Systems.......................................... SR-SP-24
Rotor Brake ...................................................................... SR-SP-25
EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT................................................... SR-SP-25
Fire Detection ................................................................... SR-SP-25
Engine Fire Extinguishing System ................................... SR-SP-25
First Aid Kit ..................................................................... SR-SP-26
Emergency Exits............................................................... SR-SP-26

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ILLUSTRATIONS
Figure Title Page
SR-SP-1 Instrument Panel ....................................................... SR-SP-1
SR-SP-2 Overhead Console..................................................... SR-SP-2
SR-SP-3 Pedestal ..................................................................... SR-SP-3
SR-SP-4 Hourmeter Panel ....................................................... SR-SP-4
SR-SP-5
(SNs 33108–33167)................................................... SR-SP-6
Airframe Fuel Storage Systems

SR-SP-6
(SNs 33168 and Subsequent).................................... SR-SP-7
Fuel Transfer Pump Operation

SR-SP-7 Fuel Burn Sequence .................................................. SR-SP-9


SR-SP-8 Fuel Transfer Caution Light Diagram .................... SR-SP-12
SR-SP-9 Electrical System .................................................... SR-SP-13

TABLES
Table Title Page
SR-SP-1 Essential Bus Failure Listing.................................. SR-SP-14
SR-SP-2 Emergency Bus Failure Listing .............................. SR-SP-15

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Figure SR-SP-1. Instrument Panel
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AC FEEDERS AC FEEDERS

115V 26V 115V 26V 26V 115V 25V 115V

BUS 1 BUS 3 BUS BUS 2


EMER

AC AC
NO 1 XMSN AFCS ENG 1 ENG 2 AFCS CBOX NO 2
HYD CPLT OIL 26V TORQUE OIL FUEL LF FUEL OIL TORQUE 26V OIL PILOT HYD

PRESS HSI PRESS NO 2 METER PRESS PRESS ADF PRESS PRESS METER NO 1 PRESS HSI PRESS

CPLT AFCS CPLT CARGO PILOT PILOT PILOT


BUS 1 CPLT GYRO 115V ATT HOOK ATT FLT 115V GYRO PILOT BUS 2

VM HSI CMPS NO 2 SYS REL SYS DIR NO 1 CMPS HSI VM


AC AC
NAV-COMM NAV-COMM
TURN TURN
ICS SLIP IDLE MKR LF DME NAV 1 VHF 1 VHF 2 NAV 2 VLF RAD IDENT STBY SLIP STEP

CABIN CPLT STOP BCN ADF COMM COMM NAV ALT XPDR ATT PLT

LIGHTING LIGHTING
INST INST MAP LDG LDG SCHLT SCHLT MAP INST ENG ANTI BAG

POS CSL PED SEC CPLT CPLT CONTR PWR PWR CONTR PILOT PILOT INST UTIL COLL COMPT
HYD CAUTION/WARNING CAUTION/WARNING HYD
CBOX BAG MAIN ENG 1 ENG 2 RES XMSN
OIL NO 1 NO 1 ENG 1 COMPT FIRE FIRE MASTER CAUTION FIRE FIRE ROTOR ENG 2 NO 2 NO 2 OIL

TEMP SYS TEMP RPM FIRE EXT DET CAUTION FAIL DETR EXTG RPM RPM TEMP SYS TEMP

ENGINE NO 1 ENGINE NO 2

FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL FUEL

TRANS CONTR BOOST XFEED CONTR VALVE QTY INT CON INTCON QTY VALVE CONTR XFEED BOOST CONTR TRANS
HTR HTR

PITOT PITOT
ITT IGN START PART GEN 1 OIL ICS HTR HTR ICS OIL GEN 2 PART START IGN ITT

COMP RLY SEP RESET TEMP CPLT CPLT PILOT PILOT TEMP RESET SEP RLY COMP
ENGINE NO 1 ENGINE NO 2
MAIN DC MAIN DC
WIND EMERG WIND
INV 1 SHIELD GOV GEN 1 NO 2 ESNTL NO 1 ESNTL NO 1 ESNTL NO 2 ESNTL GEN 2 BUS SHIELD INV 2

PWR WIPER CONTR FIELD BUS BUS BUS BUS FIELD INICT WIPER PWR
CPLT FEEDERS FEEDERS FEEDERS FEEDERS PILOT

NON ESNTL HOUR AFCS LT FLT AFCS FORCE EMERG CABLE

BUS METER NO 2 EMER DIR NO 1 TRIM FLOATS CUT


CONT PWR CONT PWR CABIN LT AIR VENT CONT PWR
LH RH

WINDSHIELD HEAT HTR DOME BLO BLO HOIST

CONSOLE LT PED LT SEC INSTR LT


WSHLD HEAT AIR COND STBY EMER
LEGEND
LH RH AIRFLOW ATTD LT
OFF OFF LOW TEST DISARM NON-
O ESSENTIAL
F TEST
F BUS
ON ON HIGH ON ARM
OFF BRT OFF BRT OFF BRT ESSENTIAL
BUS
COPLT INSTR LT ENG INSTR LT PILOT INSTR LT
EMERGENCY
BUS
VENT AFT CARGO
BLOWER OUTLET HEATER RELEASE
OFF OFF OFF OFF
OFF BRT OFF BRT OFF BRT
UTILITY EXTERIOR LIGHT
ON ON ON ARM LIGHT POSITION ANTI COLL
HEAT OFF OFF OFF

WIPERS
OFF OFF
ON ON ON
PK LO PK LO
NORMAL NON-ESNTL
MED MED BUS INV 1 INV 2
MANUAL OFF OFF
HI HI

COPILOT PILOT
NORMAL ON ON

EMERG LOAD
AFT DOME LIGHT
PITOT STATIC GEN 1 GEN 2 BATTERY
HEATERS RESET RESET OFF OFF
WHITE OFF
O O
F F
OFF F F
OFF BRT ON ON ON ON
RED ON BUS 1 BUS 2

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AFCS ACTUATOR POSITION


L R UP

SYS 2 ON
L R
YAW ROLL PITCH
HP 1 HP 2
ON ON
CPL SAS/ATT
ON SAS/ATT

HYDR SYS STEP ROTOR FORCE HYDR SYS


NO 1 RPM TRIM NO 2
O
M ON RAISE AUDIO N ON
I O
S F
C F
OFF STOW OFF O OFF
R
  X FL F
 SBY ON ALT IDT F
XPGA
ADF ANT
ON ALT
BFD BFD
OFF
SBY TST ENGINE 1 ENGINE 2
VOL
OFF
GOV PART SEP PART SEP GOV
AUTO NORM NORM AUTO

NAV 1 NAV 2
MANUAL OVRD ON OVRD ON MANUAL
FUEL
XFEED/INTCON
TEST BUS 1
ENGINE 1 ENGINE 2
NAV NAV
VOL VOL NORM
OFF OFF F ON ON F
U TEST BUS 2 U
E E
L OFF FUEL XFEED OFF L
NORM
COMM 1 COMM 2
B FWD FWD B
P P
O
U ON TANK OVRD CLOSE
TANK ON O
U
O T T O
M ON FR ON M
S FUEL FR S
P UA P
T OFF INTCON U A OFF T
VOL
COMM VOL
COMM EN NORM EN
OFF PULL OFF PULL LS LS
TEST TEST OFF OPEN OFF
AFT AFT
TANK OVRD CLOSE TANK

ON ON ON ON

COMM 2 NAV 1 ADP MKR COMM 2 NAV 1 ADP MKR


COMM 1 NAV 2 MDE COMM 1 NAV 2 MDE

ICS AUX ICS AUX

VOL VOL

COMPASS CONTROL COMPASS CONTROL


MAG MAG

DC DC

NAV AUDIO
MKR BCN DME
HI
LO
OFF
SENSITIVITY VOL VOL

MAP
AND
DATA
CASE

Figure SR-SP-3. Pedestal

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TRANSMISSION
The transmission is mounted in the pylon support structure with four vibration-
isolation mounts. Two stages of planetary reduction gears and spiral bevel gears
are used to reduce the input driveshaft speed to the speeds required for main
rotor and tail rotor drive. Both hydraulic pumps are driven by the transmission.

A gage on the instrument panel allows the flight crew to monitor transmission
oil temperature and pressure. Caution lights are provided to warn of high
transmission oil temperature, low transmission oil pressure, and metal particlesin
transmission oil. Three remote transission chip indicators are located on the
right side of the pedestal near the cabin floor (Figure SR-HP-4).

NO 1 NO 2
BUS BUS

BAT BAT

UPPER

X
M
MAST
S
N

C
H
I
PLNTY P
I
N
2 157 1 D

SUMP
TO RESET
ROTATE
RING
60° CW

INDICATION THAT A INDICATION THAT A


CHIP HAD BEEN CHIP HAD NOT BEEN

Figure SR-SP-4. Hourmeter panel


DETECTED DETECTED

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POWERPLANT
The powerplant, a Pratt and Whitney PT6T-3B twin turboshaft engine, con-
sists of two identical free-turbine power sections connected to a combin-
ing/reduction gearbox. Each power section has its own lubrication system,
starter/generator, and fuel control. The combining gearbox has a separate
lubrication system.

Instruments on the panel provide indications of gas producer rpm (GAS


PROD), power turbine rpm (ENG), torque, interturbine temperature, oil tem-
perature, and oil pressure for each power section, and oil temperature and oil
pressure for the combining gearbox. Caution and warning lights alert the crew
of the following conditions: low GAS PROD or ENG rpm, low engine oil pres-
sure, metal particles in the engine oil, low combining gearbox oil pressure,
high combining gearbox oil temperature, and metal particles in the combin-
ing gearbox oil.

FUEL SYSTEM
The fuel system description is in two parts—mechanical and electrical.

DESCRIPTION—MECHANICAL
The fuel system (Figure SR-SP-5) is comprised of 10 crash resistant fuel cells.
Six of the cells are located below the cabin floor and four are located aft of
the cabin and above the level of the underfloor cells. A system of transfer pumps,
interconnects, and standpipes provides a fuel burn sequence (Figure SR-SP-
7) that maintains the fuel C.G. within the required limits. Partial cell dividers
(isolation barrier) cells in the upper center main cells,and the system inter-
connect valve provide 65.5 gallons (247.9 liters) isolated fuel supply for
each engine.

Cell Vents
Four fuel cell vents are located on the underside of the fuselage. The two vents
located inside of the doorposts vent the lower forward and mid cells. The two
vents located aft of the fuel compartment vent the lower main and upper
fuel cells.

During refuel operations, air pressure may force some fuel into the vent lines,
and it is normal for the system to expel up to a pint of fuel under each
doorpost.

Fuel Transfer And Filling


Each lower fuel cell is joined with its opposite (left and right), and with the
upper cells by an interconnect system. Standpipes in the upper cells control
the fill and burn sequence. Fuel is supplied to the engines from the main un-
derfloor cells (engine feed cells). Fuel for sequences 1, 3, and 5 is transferred
to the engine feed cells by gravity. Burn 2 and 4 fuel is transferred to the en-

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THERMISTOR

THERMISTOR

LEGEND
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FUEL STORAGE SYSTEM COMPONENTS

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Figure SR-SP-5. Airframe Fuel Storage System (SNs 33108–33167)


THERMISTORS

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T
FLOOR

1
2 3 5 6
T T
4 T

1 TRANSFER PUMP
2 HIGH PRESSURE/LOW QUANTITY FUEL
3 EJECTOR PUMP
4 LOW PRESSURE/HIGH QUANTITY FUEL
5 FLOW SWITCH CHECK VALVE
6 ADDED FUEL LINE FOR FUEL OUT
TO UPPER CENTER CELL
T THERMISTOR

NOTE:
LEFT SIDE SHOWN
RIGHT SIDE OPPOSITE
6

3 4
MAIN CELL

MIDDLE CELL

1 LEGEND
FORWARD CELL TRANSFER PRESSURE

Figure SR-SP-6. Transfer Pump Operation


EJECTOR PRESSURE

(SNs 33168 and Subsequent)

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gine feed cells on helicopter S/N 33167 and prior, and to the upper forward
center cell on helicopter S/N 33168 and subsequent by a dual transfer (left
and right) system. Each system consists of an electrically driven transfer
pump located in the forward underfloor cell, and a combination flow switch
and check valve. The transfer system will operate continuously until the burn
4 fuel is depleted, then the thermistors located in the forward underfloor
cells will shut off the transfer pumps. Fueling through the gravity filler cap
will fill the cells in the reverse order of the fuel burn sequence.

A transfer pump in each lower forward tank transfers fuel to the corresponding
lower main tank or upper forward center tank. This flow provides the motive
force for an ejector pump in the lower mid tanks, which transfers fuel from
that tank to the corresponding lower main tank. The transfer pumps shut off
automatically after the lower forward tanks are emptied.

Engine Feed System


Fuel is supplied to engines by electrically driven boost pumps located in the
main underfloor cells (engine feed cells). Fuel passes through a check valve
and an electrically operated firewall shutoff valve before entering the engine.
A pressure switch for each pump indicates if fuel boost is inoperative. A fuel
crossfeed valve connects the two engine feed systems for operation with one
boost pump inoperative. The crossfeed valve is opened automatically by a sig-
nal from the pressure switch when crossfeed switch is in NORM position.

Fuel Quantity System


Fuel quantity is measured by four capacitance-type quantity probes located
on each side of the helicopter. The signals from these quantity probes are dis-
played on a dual needle fuel quantity indicator located in the center instru-
ment panel (Figure SR-SP-1). The four quantity probes on the left side of the
helicopter drive one needle and the right four drive the other needle. A digi-
tal display on the instrument displays the signal from all eight quantity probes.
A DIGITS TEST button is located left of the indicator. When pressed, a prop-
erly functioning digital display will read 888. A FWD TANK/MID TANK
switch, located left of the DIGITS TEST button, allows the pilot to check lower
forward and mid cell quantities separately to ensure that proper balance was
maintained during a shutdown period with partially empty cells. The fuel quan-
tity system compensates for the different densities of fuels.

Fuel System Controls


Fuel system controls are located on the pedestal mounted engine control
panel (Figure SR-SP-3). The two transfer pumps and boost pumps are indi-
vidually controlled by two-position tank ON/OFF switches. Electrical power
for No. 1 engine transfer and boost pumps is provided by the No. 1 28 VDC
essential bus. Electrical power for No. 2 engine transfer and boost pumps is
provided by the No. 2 28 VDC emergency bus and No. 2 28 VDC essential
bus respectively. Four valve switches are provided: one for each of the fuel
valves, the interconnect valve, and the crossfeed valve. All are two-position
switches except the FUEL INTCON switch. The normal position of the cross-

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13000
T/O CG

135.1 141.4
12000
11,900 LB
BURN 1 T/O FUEL
330.5 GAL
T/O GW 11073 LB 2148 LB
11000
GROSS WEIGHT—LB

BURN 2

10000 BURN 4 BURN 3


BURN 5
BURN 6 LND FUEL
9000 LND GW 8925 LB 0 GAL—0 LB
8800
FORWARD LIMIT AFT LIMIT

8000

7000

LND CG
6400
MINIMUM WEIGHT
6000
130.4 BURNS 1, 3, AND 5
130 132 134 136 138 140 142 144

BURN 6

BURN 2

BURN 1

BURN 4 BURN 3

BURN 5
T
FLOOR

BURN 4 BURN 2 BURN 6

T T

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feed and interconnect valves is closed, but the interconnect valve has an op-
tional open position. Both have an override position so the valves may be closed,
if necessary, after being automatically opened. Electrical power for the cross-
feed valve is provided by the 28 VDC essential buses. Electrical power for
the interconnect valve is provided by the 28 VDC emergency buses. If essential
bus fails, the valves will continue to operate. The fuel valves are powered by
the 28VDC emergency buses. Circuitry protection is provided by circuit
breakers located on the overhead circuit breaker panel. For a more complete
description of the electrical portion of the fuel system, refer to DESCRIP-
TION—ELECTRICAL.

DESCRIPTION—ELECTRICAL
The electrical portion of this system is basically two distinct parts. One part
is fuel quantity indication that is inclusive of the fuel gaging and fuel low level
indication. The other part is the fuel transfer system.

The fuel quantity part of this system is identical for each side of the helicopter,
respective to fuel tanks. Fuel quantity system components in each side are
four capacitive fuel probes, a section of the fuel quantity signal conditioner,
and one needle of a dual needle indicator. In addition to these components
are the digital display and the FWD/MID TANK switch function. The digi-
tal display, switch function, and probe locations are adequately described in
the mechanical portion of fuel system description.

The probes send information to the signal conditioner, and in turn the signal
conditioner processes and sends the information to the indicator.

The low fuel indication that is displayed by a caution segment indicator light
consists of the caution segment, a part of the signal conditioner, and thermistors
on the fuel quantity probe in each outboard upper fuel cell. A thermistor is a
device that changes signal level when fuel is no longer covering it. Thus, this
change in signal level is transmitted to the signal conditioner, which in turn
provides a signal to illuminate the FUEL LOW caution light. Each signal con-
ditioner can provide this information to a single FUEL LOW caution light.
This means that either outboard upper fuel tanks low fuel condition will re-
sult in illuminating the FUEL LOW caution light. The FUEL LOW caution
light signal from either side is inhibited if electrical power to the respective
side is not present. This operation is necessary to prevent a signal that is a
result of power failure and not necessarily low fuel.

The fuel low function interacts with a fuel interconnect feature. When both
low fuel signals from both signal conditioners occur, the fuel interconnect valve
will automatically open between the two engine feed fuel tanks. This will cause
the FUEL INTCON caution light to illuminate. The light will extinguish
when the FUEL INTCON switch is positioned from NORM to OPEN. The op-
tion to open or close the interconnect valve is available should a manual
override be desired from either valve position. When the valve is commanded
to change position from the opposite position, by selecting OPEN or OVRD
CLOSE, the FUEL INTCON caution light will illuminate during the time of
valve movement. It will extinguish after the valve reaches a compatible po-
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dundant electrical power is available. When the FUEL XFEED/INTCON


TEST switch is positioned to TEST BUS 1, the other power source (BUS 2)
is disabled. This results in a test that will illuminate the FUEL INTCON cau-
tion light if bus 1 electrical power is not available. The same result would be
valid when the switch is positioned to TEST BUS 2. A similar test is simul-
taneously performed for the fuel crossfeed circuit by use of this switch.

The transfer part of this system for each side of the helicopter fuel tanks is
identical to the other side. However, the fuel quantity signal conditioner sig-
nal that enables the fuel transfer pump is supplied for both fuel transfer
pumps from either signal conditioner. This results in operation of both fuel
transfer pumps until both forward fuel tanks are empty.

Each side has a FUEL TRANS caution light associated with the fuel transfer
function. This light will illuminate if there is fuel in the respective forward
fuel tank and no fuel is being transferred. This condition can occur if the FUEL
TRANS switches are not positioned to ON and fuel is present in either for-
ward tank. Another condition for illumination of this caution light is if fuel
should be present in the mid tank after fuel transfer is complete from the for-
ward. This is an indication of trapped, unusable fuel in the mid tank. The last
condition for illumination of this caution light is loss of power to the respective
fuel quantity signal conditioner and absence of fuel flow from the respective
transfer pump. This would result in an illuminated FUEL TRANS caution light
when the respective fuel quantity indicator is inoperative and fuel transfer
from this forward tank is complete. The light will remain illuminated under
this condition after fuel transfer is complete.

The condition of power loss to the signal conditioner affects the fuel low level
caution function as previously discussed. The total indication of power loss
to a signal conditioner is a loss of fuel quantity indication for the respective
side and a FUEL TRANS caution light that illuminates and will not extinguish
after fuel transfer from the forward tank is complete.

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TRANS

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SIGNAL PUMP
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CONDITIONER

FAILED CHECK VALVE

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DURING FUEL TRANSFER

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NO. 1 NO. 2
STARTER STARTER
GENERATOR GENERATOR

EXT
PWR
DC DC
LOAD- CONTROL CONTROL LOAD-
NO. 1 NO. 2
METER UNIT UNIT METER
START START
RLY RLY
EXT
NO. 1 PWR RLT NO. 2
SHUNT SHUNT
GEN GEN
RLY RLY

BAT BUS
NO. 1 BUS NO. 2 BUS
NO. 1 BAT RLY BAT RLY NO. 2
NON- NON-
ESS BAT ESS
BUS BUS
RLY RLY
OVLD OVLD
SENSOR SENSOR

NO. 1 NONESS NO. 2 NONESS


DC BUS DC BUS

NO. 1 NO. 1 ESS DC BUS NO. 2


MAIN MAIN
DC BUS DC BUS

NO. 2 ESS DC BUS

NO. 1 NO. 2
VOLT VOLT
METER METER
EMER LOADS SWITCH

NO. 1 EMER NO. 2 EMER


BUS BUS

FROM
BAT
BUS

NO. 1 NO. 2
NO. 1 115-VAC BUS
INVERTER INVERTER

NO. 2 115-VAC BUS

NO. 3 115-VAC BUS

NO. 1 AC NO. 2 AC
VOLT METER VOLT METER

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Table SR-SP-1. ESSENTIAL BUS FAILURE LISTING

SYSTEM FAILURE INDICATION BUS

Avionics, AFCS, and lighting AFCS 2 inop AFCS, HP 2 off Ess 1


Flight dir inop FD flag Ess 2
NAV 1 radio inop No reception Ess 1
C/P ICS inop None Ess 1
C/P turn/slip inop None Ess 1
C/P pitot heater inop None Ess 1
Radar alt inop Off flag Ess 1
Pilot inst lights inop No lights Ess 2
Eng inst lights inop No lights Ess 2
Utility light No lights Ess 2

Engine/rotor rpm warning control unit ENGINE OUT light inop None Ess 1/2
Rotor rpm warning inop None Ess 2

Engine systems FCU switch inop None Ess 1/2


FCU to AUTO if MANUAL Eng performance Ess 1/2
FCU heater inop None Ess 1/2
Ignition inop None Ess 1/2
Starter inop None Ess 1/2
RPM inc/dec inop None Ess 1/2
Part sep inop PART SEP OFF light Ess 1/2
Temperature gage inop Gage to 0 Ess 1/2

Electrical systems Inverter 2 inop INVERTER #2 light Ess 2


DC volts Voltmeter to 0 Ess 1/2
Gen reset inop None Ess 1/2
Noness bus inop None Ess 1
Fuel system Fuel boost inop FUEL BOOST light Ess 1/2
Fuel trans 1 inop NO. 1 FUEL TRANS light Ess 1
Fuel XFEED None Ess 1/2
Hydraulic systems Switch inop None Ess 1/2
Temperature gage inop Gage to 0 Ess 1/2
System on if switch off Pressure up Ess 1/2

Misc and kits Windshield wiper inop None Ess 1/2


Hourmeter inop None Ess 1

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Table SR-SP-2. EMERGENCY BUS FAILURE LISTING

SYSTEM FAILURE INDICATION BUS

Avionics, AFCS, and lighting VHF 1 COMM inop No xmit or rec Emer 1
Pilot turn/slip inop None Emer 2

Pilot map light inop None Emer 2


Pilot pitot heater inop None Emer 2
Stby att ind no charge None Emer 2

Pilot ICS inop None Emer 2


Searchlight inop None Emer 2

Searchlight control inop None Emer 2


AFCS 1 inop AFCS, HP 1 off Emer 2
Force trim FT OFF light Emer 2
Pilot ATT SYS ATT flag Emer 2
Electrical Systems Inverter 1 inop None Emer 1

Inverter 2 inop Inverter 2 Emer 2

Caution panel Caution panel inop CAUTION PANEL light Emer 1

CAUTION PANEL light inop None Emer 2


Baggage fire detection None Emer 1

Engine systems Fire detector inop None Emer 1/2

Fire extinguisher inop None Emer 1/2


ITT compensator inop Gage at 0 Emer 1/2
Engine oil temp inop Gage at 0 Emer 1/2

Idle stop inop None Emer 1

Fuel system Fuel interconnect inop None Emer 1/2

Fuel valve inop FUEL VALVE light Emer 1/2


Fuel trans 2 inop NO. 2 FUEL TRANS light Emer 2
Fuel QTY Gage to 0 Emer 1/2

C box and xmsn C box oil temp inop Gage at 0 Emer 1


Xmsn oil temp inop Gage at 0 Emer 2

Misc and kits Emergency floats inop None Emer 2

Hoist cable cut inop None Emer 2


Passenger step inop None Emer 2
Cargo hook inop HOOK ARMED light off Emer 1

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Caution Lights
Fuel system caution light segments in the caution panel (Figure SR-SP-1)
illuminate to advise the pilot if any of the following conditions exist:

FUEL TRANS No fuel transfer through indicated system. Probably


inoperative transfer or ejector pump.

FUEL BOOST Loss of engine feed line pressure in indicated system.


Indicates fuel boost pump failure. Crossfeed valve
automatically opens.

FUEL LOW Fuel level in left or right cells at or below 190 pounds.
Interconnect valve will open automatically when fuel
level in opposite side decreases to 190 pounds to
allow fuel in lower cells to equalize.

FUEL FILTER Impending bypass of indicated fuel filter resulting


from contamination and clogging is indicated.

FUEL VALVE Normally illuminated during transit operation, and


extinguishes when valve position is same as that of
switch. A fault is indicated if it does not extinguish.

FUEL XFEED Normally illuminated during transit operation, and


extinguishes when valve is seated. A fault is indicated
if it does not extinguish.

FUEL INTCON Normally illuminated during transit operation, and


extinguishes when valve is seated in closed position
or indicates valve has automatically opened with
switch in NORM position. Placing the switch in the
OPEN position will extinguish the light. A fault is in-
dicated if light fails to extinguish.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The primary electrical system is a 28-volt direct current, negative ground
system (Figure SR-SP-9). Power is supplied by two 30-volt, 200-ampere
starter/generators, one mounted on each engine. The output voltage of each
generator is monitored and regulated by a DC control unit. The DC control
units provide overvoltage and reverse current protection and control paral-
leled generator operation so that the two generators share total load
requirements within ± 20 amperes.

Each generator supplies power to a main DC bus and to two interconnected


nonessential DC buses. Each main DC bus in turn, serves as a feeder for the
two essential DC buses and two emergency buses. Electrical separation
between main buses and between generators is accomplished through the use
of circuit breakers and isolation diodes.

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In the event that one generator or engine should fail, both nonessential buses
are automatically dropped, and all essential and emergency DC loads are sup-
plied by the remaining generator. The nonessential bus switch (NON-ESNTL
BUS) located on the overhead console (Figure SR-SP-2) is available so that
the pilot, if desired, can manually restore power to the nonessential buses. In
the event that the pilot has manually restored power to the nonessential buses
and the second generator fails, both nonessential buses are again automati-
cally dropped. This arrangement provides automatic DC load shedding (Table
SR-SP-2) for a 30-minute flight with electrical power supplied by the bat-
tery only.

An emergency load switch is located on the overhead console (Figure SR-SP-


2). In the event of dual generator failure, placing the switch in the EMERG
LOAD position sheds the essential DC buses providing approximately 90-
minutes of flight on battery power only. Placing the switch in the EMERG
LOAD position with one or both generators operating does not have any ef-
fect on the DC power system. It will, however, affect the AC power system.

The emergency DC buses are energized whenever:

• The emergency load switch is in EMERG LOAD position.

• Either BATTERY switch is ON.

• One or both generators are operating.

• Auxiliary power is provided.

The essential DC buses are energized whenever:

• One or both generators are operating.

• Auxiliary power is provided.

• Either BATTERY switch is on with emergency load switch in


NORMAL position.

The nonessential DC buses are energized whenever:

• Both generators are operating.

• Auxiliary power is provided with (NON-ESNTL) in MANUAL position.

• One generator is operating with nonessential bus switch (NON-


ESNTL) in MANUAL position.

The primary DC electrical power distribution system is located in the roof


and nose of the helicopter. The generator control units, contactors, buses and
feeder protection devices are located beneath the battery, under the lower shelf
in the nose compartment. Other contactors, feeder protection devices, and
the distribution buses are located in the cabin roof. System control switches
and distribution circuit breakers are located in the overhead console.

The battery bus switches through the respective battery bus relays prevent a
ground fault (short) in one main DC bus from disabling both generators.

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They also select the generator that charges the battery. During normal oper-
ation, BATTERY BUS 2 switch is ON. However, for a battery start of engine
1, BATTERY BUS 1 switch must be ON. With both generators or generator
2 operating, BATTERY BUS 1 switch will automatically switch to OFF if
BATTERY BUS 2 switch is ON.

AC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The AC electrical system (Figure SR-SP-9) consists of two 450-va, 115/26.5-
volts, 400 Hz, single-phase, solid state inverters and associated controls.
Inverter 1 is energized by emergency DC bus 1 and is controlled by the INV
1 switch, located in the overhead console. Inverter 2 is energized by the es-
sential DC bus 2 and is controlled by the INV 2 switch, located in the over-
head console.

There are four additional components essential to the control and operation
of the AC electrical system: two AC voltage sensor relays, an emergency AC
bus control relay, and an Inverter 2 interlock relay.

Each voltage sensor relay monitors the 115-VAC output from the corre-
sponding inverter and directs the AC voltages to the respective buses of each
inverter. If an inverter fails to maintain a 104 to 125-VAC output, the corre-
sponding AC voltage sensor relay will transfer the AC load to the remaining
inverter.

The emergency AC bus control relay sheds all AC buses, except the 115 and
26.5-VAC emergency buses when the emergency load switch is in the EMERG
LOAD position (Figure SR-SP-2).

The inverter 2 interlock relay disables inverter 2 while the emergency load
switch is in the EMERG LOAD position.

Inverter 1, inverter 2 and AC voltage sensor relays are located on the lower
nose shelf. The emergency AC bus control relay and Inverter 2 interlock
relay are located in the cabin roof aft of overhead console.

INV 1 PWR and INV 2 PWR circuit breakers protect DC circuits, providing
power to the respective inverters.

Indication of failed inverters is provided by INVERTER 1 and INVERTER 2


segments in the caution panel.

Eight circuit breakers in the overhead console (Figure SR-SP-2) protect the
AC power distribution system.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS
Two separate hydraulic systems are used to assist cyclic, collective, and an-
titorque flight controls. Each system contains a reservoir, pump, integrated
valve and filter assembly, accumulator, and check valves.

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Each integrated valve and filter assembly contains a system pressure filter and
a system return filter. In the event any one of these filters becomes partially
clogged, a button on the filter housing will pop out to give an indication of
filter bypass. This button will also activate a switch which will cause a hy-
draulic filter bypass indicator in the lower right area of the nose switch from
green to red. The remote bypass indicator can be seen on preflight check through
the lower right nose window.

The hydraulic pumps are driven by the transmission and have different rated
capacities. System 1 pump delivers a greater volume of fluid to operate the
antitorque flight control servoactuator.

NOTE
An electrical interlock prevents both hydraulic sys-
tems from being switched off at the same time. If one
system is off, and the other system is switched off,
the second system will remain on.

The cyclic and collective flight control servoactuators are each powered by
both hydraulic systems, such that if either system fails, the remaining sys-
tem will operate the actuators. The antitorque servoactuator is powered by
hydraulic system 1 only.

Each hydraulic system has a gage to allow the flight crew to monitor fluid
pressure and temperature. A No. 1 HYDRAULIC or No. 2 HYDRAULIC
caution light illuminates in the event of low hydraulic fluid pressure or tem-
perature in the corresponding system.

FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM


The flight control system, consisting of cyclic, collective pitch, and antitorque
controls, is used to regulate helicopter attitude, altitude, and direction of
flight. The flight controls are hydraulically boosted to reduce pilot effort, to
overcome resistance of the elastomeric bearings in the main rotor system, and
to counteract control feedback forces.

Control inputs from the cyclic stick, collective stick, and antitorque pedals
are transmitted by push-pull tubes and bellcranks to the hydraulic flight
control actuators. The two cyclic flight control actuators are connected to the
swashplate, located above the transmission. The swashplate converts the
fixed controls to rotating controls and actuates alternating cyclic pitch inputs
to the main rotor.

The collective flight control actuator is connected to the collective lever at


the mast. The collective lever actuates the collective sleeve, which moves the
mixing/rephasing levers up and down to induce collective pitch to the blades.

The antitorque flight control actuator is located in the aft fuselage compart-
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to the rotating controls through a bearing in the crosshead assembly, which


slides along the tail rotor mast to provide pitch change control.

The antitorque control pedals in the cockpit can be adjusted fore and aft by de-
pressing and rotating a knob located on the floor just forward of each crew seat.

FORCE TRIM SYSTEM


The cyclic and antitorque controls incorporate a force trim system to provide
artificial control reaction forces when the controls are manually moved from
their reference positions. The force trim system is also interrelated with the
operation of the AFCS. Refer to the Automatic Flight Control System.

The force trim components include spring-loaded force gradient cartridges


connected in series with rotary trim actuators to the fore/aft and lateral cyclic
controls and to the antitorque controls. When engaged, the trim actuators
become locked in position by lateral magnetic brakes. Manual movement of the
controls then actuates the force gradients which provide the desired control
resistance.

Force Trim Controls


The force trim system is activated by the FORCE TRIM switch, located on the
pedestal. A FORCE TRIM release button, located on the cyclic stick grip, can
be depressed to de-energize the system momentarily, allowing the pilot to
position the cyclic and pedals for long term pitch, roll, and yaw corrections.
Upon releasing button, the magnetic brakes are reenergized and will lock the
trim actuators in the new reference positions existing at the moment the button
is released.

The pilot cyclic control stick is gimbal mounted to provide movement in any di-
rection. There are two cyclic centering caution lights located on the pilot and
copilot instrument panel near the MASTER CAUTION light. These lights will
illuminate upon excessive cyclic inputs during ground operations below normal

AUTOMATIC FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM (AFCS)


operating range. Properly positioning the cyclic stick will extinguish the lights.

The dual automatic flight control system (AFCS) enhances the stability and con-
trollability of the helicopter and reduces pilot workload. The AFCS consists
of two independent helipilot systems, either of which is capable of helicopter
attitude control. HP1 is a three-axis helipilot system (pitch, roll, and yaw), and
HP2 controls the pitch and roll axis only. The systems incorporate independent
gyro references, helipilot computers, and linear actuators to enable either he-
lipilot to continue functioning in the event that the other fails.

Either helipilot can be operated in SAS mode or in ATT mode. The stability
augmentation system (SAS) mode provides short term stabilization without
sacrificing maneuverability. Aircraft response to a control input is attitude

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rate limited to provide smooth, coordinated movement about pitch, roll, and
yaw axes. The attitude retention (ATT) mode provides automatic (hands off)
control of pitch and roll attitudes with short term stabilization of yaw atti-
tude. Turbulence damping in all three axis is provided automatically in ei-
ther SAS or ATT mode.

Operation in ATT mode is intended for flight in instrument meteorological


conditions or whenever the pilot desires fully automatic (hands off) control.
SAS mode should be engaged during ground operation, hover, takeoff, and
any other time the pilot controls the aircraft manually.

Use of the force trim system is optional during operation in SAS mode; how-
ever, the force trim must be on during ATT mode operation.

Automatic trim is provided in ATT mode (when both helipilots are engaged)
to maintain the linear actuators close to their center positions for optimum
control authority. Autotrim is disabled during single helipilot operation.

AFCS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS


AFCS Control Panel
The AFCS control panel, located on the pedestal, controls the engagement of
the subsystems and primary modes of the automatic flight control system. The
switches on the panel are pushbutton-type with legends which illuminate
when the respective subsystem or mode is engaged.

Helipilots 1 and 2 are selected by HP1 and HP2 buttons. The SAS/ATT but-
ton is used to select the desired helipilot mode. When either helipilot is en-
gaged, ATT mode is automatically engaged. SAS mode may then be selected
by depressing the SAS/ATT button.

The CPL button is used to couple the optional flight director (when installed)
to the helipilot system for fully automatic navigational control. Refer to
BHT-412-FMS-6.

Force Trim Switch


The pedestal-mounted FORCE TRIM switch controls the activation of the cyclic
and pedal rotary trim actuators. When the FORCE TRIM switch is on while
operating in SAS mode, the trim actuators become locked in position, pro-
viding artificial control reaction forces when the controls are moved from their
reference positions.

When the FORCE TRIM switch is on while operating in ATT mode, with both
helipilots engaged, the pitch and roll trim actuators are controlled by the trim
computer to move the cyclic as required to keep the linear actuators operat-
ing within ± 30% of their center positions. This autotrim function relieves
the pilot of continuous actuator monitoring.

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Force Trim Release Button


The FORCE TRIM release button, located on the cyclic stick grip, is used to
disengage the AFCS momentarily so the pilot can maneuver the controls
manually for large pitch or roll attitude changes.

Upon depressing the FORCE TRIM button, the pitch and roll rotary trim ac-
tuators are de-energized; the pitch, roll, and yaw linear actuators return to their
center positions; and the helipilot computers are placed in a fast follow-up
mode to track flight control positions. Upon releasing the FORCE TRIM
button, the helipilots will resume functioning in the preselected mode. If in
ATT mode, the helipilots will maintain the pitch and roll attitudes existing
at the moment the button is released.

Failure to depress and hold the button while manually flying in ATT mode
will result in the AFCS counteracting the control inputs from the pilot in an
effort to maintain the helicopter at the reference attitude. Although the pilot
can override the AFCS, control response will be sharply reduced. Likewise,
upon releasing the FORCE TRIM button, the pilot should release the cyclic
stick to prevent interference with AFCS operation.

Force Trim Caution Light


A force trim caution light (FT OFF), located in the instrument panel below
the triple tachometer, illuminates when the force trim system fails or is
switched off. The light alerts the pilot to maintain manual control of the he-
licopter, because automatic attitude control is impossible without a properly
operating force trim system.

Attitude Trim Switch


The ATTD TRIM switch, located at the top of the cyclic stick grip, is a four-
position switch used to adjust pitch and roll attitudes when both helipilots
are engaged in attitude retention (ATT) mode. Movement of the switch signals
both the helipilot computers and the trim computer that a new reference
attitude is desired. The amount of pitch or roll attitude change is determined
by the length of time the switch is held off center.

The ATTD TRIM switch is disabled during operation in SAS mode and dur-
ing single helipilot operation in ATT mode.

Actuator Position Indicators


The actuator position indicator (API) panel, located on the pedestal, provides
the pilot with visual indicators for monitoring the positions of the helipilot
pitch, roll, and yaw linear actuators with respect to their centers of travel.
HP1 actuator positions are displayed when both helipilots are engaged. HP2
pitch and roll actuator positions are indicated when the SYS 2 button is de-
pressed and held (HP 2 has no yaw linear actuator). If either helipilot should
disengage for any reason, the APIs will indicate the actuator positions of the
helipilot which remains engaged.

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The APIs will move slightly during operation in SAS or ATT mode. Autotrim
will keep the actuators operating near their center positions when both he-
lipilots are engaged in ATT mode.

PITOT-STATIC SYSTEM
The pitot system consists of an electrically heated pitot tube connected to
the airspeed indicator. A second, independent pitot system is installed when
the optional copilot’s instrument kit is installed.

The static system consists of static ports and the tubing necessary to con-
nect them to the airspeed indicator(s), altimeter(s), and vertical speed indi-
cator(s). Two static ports are located just forward of the crew doors. IFR
configured helicopters are equipped with static ports. Two additional static
ports are located on the roof underneath the transmission cowling.

An alternate static port (if installed) is located inside the cockpit on the pilot
instrument panel on back of the STATIC SOURCE switch. Under normal con-
ditions, the switch should be placed in the PRI position. This position selects
the static ports located forward of the crew doors as well as the roof-mounted
static port (if installed). If erratic readings are seen on the airspeed indica-
tor, altimeter, and vertical speed indicators, obstruction of the outside static
ports is a possible cause. If this occurs, the STATIC SOURCE switch should
be placed in the ALN position. This position selects the alternate static air
source (cabin air) and at the same time, shuts off the outside static air source
for the pilot side only.

AUXILIARY SYSTEMS
HEATING SYSTEM
The cabin heating system, which includes the windshield defrost system, uses
bleed air from the engine compressor sections as the source of heat. A mix-
ing valve, which is controlled by a thermostat, mixes heated air with outside
air to obtain the desired temperature.

When windshield defrost is selected, heated air is diverted from the door-
post and pedestal heater outlets to the windshield nozzles.

VENTILATING SYSTEM
The ventilating system delivers outside air to the nozzles by the instrument
panel and also to the windshield nozzles to defog the windshield and provide
fresh air ventilation. The overhead ventilation system delivers outside air
through overhead nozzles to the crew and passenger compartments.

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LIGHTING SYSTEMS
Interior Lighting
Two multipurpose cockpit/map lights are mounted overhead in the crew
compartment. Either white or red light can be selected and the light may be
adjusted from spot beam to flood type illumination. These lights may be
removed from their mounts for increased utility. The pilot light is powered
by the emergency DC bus 2. Circuit protection is provided by the MAP
PILOT circuit breaker. The copilot light is powered by the nonessential DC
bus 1. Circuit protection is provided by the MAP CPLT circuit breaker.

Three dome lights with intensity adjustments are mounted in the passenger
compartment. The dome lights also illuminate either red or white and are
controlled in the overhead console.

Two lights in the baggage compartment are automatically switched on when


the door is opened and the nonessential DC bus 2 is energized.

Other interior lighting circuits include the instrument panel lights, instru-
ment secondary lights, overhead console lights, and pedestal lights, all
controlled by rheostats in the overhead console. An approach plate and map
light is located on each forward crew doorpost and is controlled by a rheo-
stat knob on the instrument panel. The pilot’s approach plate and map light
is powered by the emergency DC bus 2. Circuit protection is provided by the
MAP PLT circuit breaker. The copilot’s approach plate and map light is
powered by the nonessential DC bus 1. Circuit protection is provided by the
MAP CPLT circuit breaker.

Four self-illuminating beta lights are mounted over the windows in the pas-
senger/cargo doors to identify the emergency exits.

Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting circuits include position lights, anticollision (strobe) lights,
landing light, searchlight, and utility (step) lights. The landing lights and
search light are controlled by switches on the pilot collective stick. The
other exterior lights are controlled by switches in the overhead console.

WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Electrically powered windshield wipers are mounted above the windshields.
Selector knobs on the overhead console allow the pilot to control the wind-
shield wipers independently.

INTERCOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM
The intercommunications control panel(s), located on the pedestal, are used
by the flight crew to control the intercom system and the navigation and com-
munication radio signals.

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An optional aft intercom system may be installed to enable the flight crew
to communicate with passengers in the aft cabin in response to illumination
of the AFT INT CALL lights on the instrument panel. Passengers may also
use the aft intercom system to communicate with each other, or to monitor
other communication or navigation systems being used by the flight crew.
During IFR operations, it is recommended that AFT INT be left off to
preclude interference with air traffic control communications.

ROTOR BRAKE
The rotor brake incorporates dual hydraulic systems which are independent
of the flight control hydraulic systems. The primary components include a
dual master cylinder located on the forward cabin roof, a brake disc with dual
brake cylinders mounted on the transmissions, and associated hydraulic
tubing. Two ROTOR BRAKE warning lights on the caution panel are acti-
vated by pressure switches in the brake hydraulic systems to warn the pilot
that the brake is not fully released.

Rotor brake application is limited to ground operation after both engines have
been shut down and rotor rpm has decreased to 40%. The brake should be
released just before the rotor stops to preclude backlash, and the brake
handle should be returned to the full-up detent position. After securing the
main rotor blades, the rotor brake may be locked to stabilized the rotor dur-
ing windy conditions.

EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT
FIRE DETECTION
A set of heat sensing elements is mounted to the cowling and forward fire-
wall for each power section. A fire or overheat condition will cause the
FIRE PULL handle for the affected power section to illuminate.

A smoke detector is mounted at the forward end of the baggage compartment


ceiling. Smoke in the baggage compartment will cause the BAGGAGE FIRE
warning light in the instrument panel to flash intermittently.

ENGINE FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM


A fire extinguishing bottle for each power section is mounted in the aft fuse-
lage. These bottles are connected in such a way as to allow either bottle to
be discharged onto either engine. Pulling the FIRE PULL handle of the
affected power section closes the bypass door in the air management system,
closes the fuel shutoff valve, closes both heater bleed air valves, and arms
both fire bottles. The fire extinguisher selector switch may then be used to
discharge the main and reserve fire extinguisher bottles individually.

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Portable Fire Extinguishers


Two portable fire extinguishers are mounted in the cabin, one on the cabin
floor to the right of the pilot seat, and the other on the doorpost aft of the
copilot seat.

FIRST AID KIT


A portable first aid kit is attached to the left side of the pedestal by hook and
pile fasteners.

EMERGENCY EXITS
Door Jettison
If crew doors will not open, door jettison can be accomplished by pulling
jettison handles located on doorpost forward of each crew door.

Window Jettison
If cabin sliding doors or hinged panels cannot be opened, emergency escape
is possible by pulling on lower corners of windows in sliding doors to jetti-
son windows.

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