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T.O.

1T-37B-1
FLIGHT MANUAL

USAF SERIES
T-37B
AIRCRAFT
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SAFETY/OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT SUMMARY

FLIGHT MANUAL, SAFETY SUPPLEMENT, AND OPERATIONAL SUPPLEMENT STATUS


The following list contains the previously cancelled or incorporated safety/operational supplements; the
outstanding safety/operational supplements, if any, and the safety/operational supplements incorporated
in this issue. In addition, space is provided to list those operational supplements received since the
latest issue. Reference to previously incorporated supplements will be removed at each revision.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Page

I Description and Operation ............................................................................................................ 1-1


II Normal Procedures ........................................................................................................................ 2-1
III Emergency Procedures .................................................................................................................. 3-1
IV Crew Duties.....(Not Applicable).................................................................................................... 4-1
V Operating Limitations ................................................................................................................... 5-1
VI Flight Characteristics .................................................................................................................... 6-1
VII All-Weather Operation .................................................................................................................. 7-1
A Performance Data ........................................................................................................................ A1-1
Index ........................................................................................................................................ Index-1

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DON'T GAMBLE WITH YOUR LIFE


ref lecting information when mission essential oper-
SCOPE ational procedures are involved. Supplements are
This manual contains information which will pro- issued by teletype (interim) or by printed copy (for-
vide you with a general knowledge of the aircraf t, mal) depending upon the urgency. Supplements are
its characteristics and specif ic, normal and emer- numbered consecutively. File supplements in
gency operating procedures. Your f lying experience reverse numerical order in the front of the Flight
is recognized; therefore, basic f light principles are Manual.
avoided. More detailed technical information on
aircraft systems is contained in the T.O. 1T-37B-2 CHECKLISTS
series technical orders.
The f light manual contains amplif ied normal and
SOUND JUDGEMENT emergency procedures. A checklist, containing
abbreviated or condensed procedures, has been
Instructions in this manual are for a pilot inexperi- issued as a separate technical order. See the A page
enced in the operation of these airplanes. This of this manual and the latest supplement f lyleaf for
manual provides the best possible operating the current applicable checklist. If an interim
instructions under most circumstances, but it is not safety or operational supplement affects a checklist,
a substitute for sound judgement. Multiple emer- write in the applicable change on the affected
gencies, adverse weather, terrain, etc. may require checklist.
modification of the procedures.

PERMISSIBLE OPERATIONS WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES


The f light manual takes a POSITIVE APPROACH The following def initions apply to WARNINGS,
and normally states only what you can do. Unusual CAUTIONS, and NOTES found throughout the
operations or conf igurations which exceed the limi- manual.
tations specif ied in this manual are prohibited.
Clearance must be obtained from OO-ALC/LCEI,
Hill AFB, UT 84056, through the respective major WARNING
command before any questionable operation is
attempted. Operating procedures, techniques, etc.,
which could result in personal injury
HOW TO BE ASSURED OF HAVING or loss of life if not carefully followed.
LATEST DATA
Refer to T.O. 0-1-1-5 for a listing of all current
f light manuals, safety supplements, operational CAUTION
supplements and checklist. Also, check the f light
manual cover page and status pages attached to Operating procedures, techniques, etc.,
formal safety and operational supplements. which could result in damage to equip-
ment if not carefully followed.
STANDARDIZATION AND
ARRANGEMENT NOTE
Standardization ensures that the scope and An operating procedure, technique,
arrangement of all f light manuals are identical. etc., which is considered essential to
The manual is divided into eight fairly independent emphasize.
sections to simplify reading it straight through or
using it as a reference manual.
SHALL, WILL, SHOULD, AND MAY
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL
SUPPLEMENTS In technical orders, the words SHALL or WILL are
to be used to indicate a mandatory requirement.
Safety and Operational Supplements are used to get The word SHOULD is to be used to indicate a
information to you in a hurry. Safety supplements nonmandatory desire or preferred method of accom-
concern safety of f light items. Operational supple- plishment. The word MAY is to indicate an accept-
ments are issued as an expeditious means of able or suggested means of accomplishment.

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1. Introductory material, indexes, and tabular


YOUR RESPONSIBILITY - TO LET US data.
KNOW 2. Blank spaces which are the result of text,
Every effort is made to keep the f light manual illustration or table deletion.
current. However, we cannot correct an error
unless we know of its existence. It is essential that 3. Correction of minor inaccuracies, such as
you do your part. Any comments, questions or spelling, punctuation, relocation of material, etc.,
recommendations should be forwarded on AF Form unless such a correction changes the meaning of
847 through your Command Headquarters, to: OO- instructive information and procedures.
ALC/LCEI, Hill AFB, UT 84056

HOW TO GET PERSONAL COPIES AIRCRAFT DESIGN CODES


Each f light crew member is entitled to personal
copies of the f light manual, supplements and check- Major differences between aircraf t covered in this
list. Contact your publication distribution officer to manual are designated by triangular number sym-
fill your technical order request. bols which appear in the text or on illustrations.
When a code symbol appears, the information
CHANGE SYMBOLS applies only to that group of aircraf t represented by
the symbol. Symbol designations are as follows:
Changes to text and tables in the manual are indi-
cated by a vertical black line in the margin which
extends along the entire length of the area affected. 1 Aircraft 55-4302 thru 57-2352
Changes to illustrations, charts, and tables are indi-
cated by miniature pointing hands. Change sym-
bols are not shown for: 2 Aircraft 58-1862 thru 68-8084

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SECTION I
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

The Aircraf t.......................................................... 1-1 Pitot and Stall Warning Transducer


Engines ................................................................. 1-1 Vane Heat ......................................................... 1-33
Ignition System .................................................... 1-9 Instruments ........................................................ 1-33
Engine Instruments ........................................... 1-12 Emergency Equipment ...................................... 1-38
Oil Supply System ............................................. 1-12 Communications and Associated Elec-
Fuel Supply System ........................................... 1-12 tronic Systems .................................................. 1-39
Fuel System Switch ........................................... 1-13 Lighting Equipment........................................... 1-49
Fuel System Management................................. 1-13 Canopy ................................................................ 1-51
Fuels.................................................................... 1-18 Cockpit Airconditioning, Ventilating,
Electrical Power Supply System ....................... 1-18 and Defrosting System..................................... 1-55
Hydraulic Power Supply System ...................... 1-28
Normal Operation of Cockpit Aircondi-
Landing Gear System ........................................ 1-28 tioning System .................................................. 1-59
Nosewheel Steering System .............................. 1-30
Oxygen System................................................... 1-59
Brake System ..................................................... 1-31
Speed Brake and Thrust Attenuator Ejection Seats ..................................................... 1-63
System ............................................................... 1-31 Automatic Opening Safety Belts and
Wing Flap System.............................................. 1-31 Automatic Opening Parachutes....................... 1-65
Spoiler System.................................................... 1-31 Emergency Equipment Survival Kit................. 1-68
Flight Control System ....................................... 1-31 Miscellaneous Equipment.................................. 1-68

Refer to Section II for minimum turning radius and


THE AIRCRAFT ground clearances.

The T-37B (Figure 1-1) is a low-wing dual control


trainer with side by side seating, manufactured by GROSS WEIGHT
the Cessna Aircraf t Co and powered by two Conti-
nental turbojet engines. The aircraf t is equipped The nominal takeoff gross weight of the aircraf t is
with a two-position speed brake, spoilers for artif i- 7000 pounds. This includes two pilots and full inter-
cial stall warning, thrust attenuators, a jettisonable nal fuel. Refer to Section V for additional
canopy and ejection seats. Other noteworthy fea- information.
tures include full instrumentation (Figures 1-2) and
lighting for day and night f lying, oxygen equip-
ment, and an air conditioning and defrosting sys- ENGINES
tem. Aircraf t are equipped with bird-resistant
windshields. The aircraf t is designed for utility, Thrust is supplied by two Continental J69-T-25A
ruggedness and safety, and to provide a medium for engines (see Figure 1-4). The engine is a centrifugal
pilot transition to heavier and faster jet aircraf t. f low gas turbine engine. It has a single air inlet and
a single stage turbine directly connected to the
DIMENSIONS compressor on a common rotor shaf t. Military
power rating for the engine is approximately 1025
pounds.
The overall dimensions of the aircraf t, under nor-
mal conditions of gross weight, tire, and strut inf la-
tion are as follows: ENGINE FUEL CONTROL SYSTEM
Wing Span ....................................33.80 feet
Fuel f low requirements are established by throttle
Length ...........................................29.30 feet
movement, and fuel f low to the engine is delivered
Height............................................9.20 feet and regulated by the engine fuel control system
Wheel Base ...................................7.75 feet (Figure 1-5). The system includes the engine-driven
Wheel Tread .................................14.00 feet fuel pump unit and the fuel control unit.

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Figure 1-5.

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Engine-Driven Fuel Pumps Form 781 at the completion of the


mission.
Each engine-driven fuel pump unit consists of a
centrifugal pump and two gear-type pumps (Figure
. Unusual engine vibrations or rough-
ness noticed in f light that persist indi-
1-5), and supplies the fuel pressure required for
cate some mechanical failure. Engine
operation of the fuel control unit. Fuel f irst passes
shutdown may be required.
through the centrifugal pump, which acts as a suc-
tion pump in case of boost pump failure and pres-
surizes the fuel to prevent the possibility of cavita-

.
tion in the two gear-type pumps. The two gear-type NOTE
pumps operate in parallel, each one having enough The most effective way to achieve
capacity to handle the fuel requirements of the acceleration is to move the throttles
engine under all operating conditions. forward rapidly. Use this procedure
only in a time critical thrust def icient
Fuel Control situation.

The fuel control unit regulates the fuel f low to the


. At or above 25,000 feet, avoid rapid
engine. It contains a starting fuel solenoid valve, a throttle movement. Avoid f light above
speed governing element, and an acceleration con- 35,000 feet since f lameout may occur
trol (Figure 1-5). when engine speed is changed. In the
event of engine f lameout, refer to
Emergency Procedures, Section III.
The starting fuel solenoid valve regulates the fuel
f low to the starting nozzles during the starting
cycle. Since fuel f low through the fuel distributor
. Fuel will not be supplied to the fuel
distributor with a throttle out of the
increases as engine speed increases, the f low CUT-OFF position until the engine
through the starting fuel nozzles is discontinued by reaches approximately 8% to 12%
releasing the ignition switch. RPM. (This does not apply to starting
fuel f low).
The speed governing element regulates the fuel
f low through the governor control valve to maintain . An engine surge may occur at high
the engine speed selected by the position of the altitudes. This is not hazardous unless
throttle regardless of airspeed or altitude changes. allowed to continue, in which case, it
Because the engine-driven fuel pump unit delivers may result in f lameout. To correct an
more fuel than the engine requires, the speed gov- engine surge, reduce the power on the
affected engine.
.
erning element contains a bypass valve which
allows the excess fuel to return to the fuel input A compressor whine may occur at high
line. altitudes or any altitude when throt-
tles are advanced rapidly.
The acceleration control prevents overtemperature
and engine surge during rapid throttle movements.
Normally, when increasing power, move throttles
slowly, and as RPM increases, the throttles may be THROTTLES
advanced more rapidly. The throttles should not be
rapidly retarded when reducing power to the IDLE Four throttles (Figure 1-6, 1, 2, 9, 10) are provided,
position. two on each quadrant. Each quadrant is marked
CUT-OFF, IDLE, and 100% (100 is synonymous
with military power). The two sets of throttles are
CAUTION interconnected and mechanically actuate each
. Engine surges and/or bangs above 95%
engine fuel control unit. Life-type idle detents are
included on the instructor’s quadrant to prevent
RPM and 15,000 feet MSL are results inadvertent engine shutdown. These idle detents
of too rapid throttle movement and do affect both sets of throttles. Lif t the instructor’s
not indicate an abnormal engine condi- throttles past the idle detent to shutdown the
tion. If surges/bangs occur at any other engine. Use the instructor’s throttles for all engine
time, it is abnormal. Write it up in the starts in order to have the cut-off feature available.

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WARNING
IGNITION SYSTEM
A mechanical failure of the throttle An ignition system, operating on DC current from
interconnect linkage could disconnect the bus, is provided for each engine. Each ignition
the instructor’s throttles from the system is comprised of an ignition coil, two fuel
interconnect system. This will subse- igniters, and a two-position channel guarded igni-
quently result in the loss of the idle tion switch. Ignition is used for all ground starting,
stop feature in both throttle quadrants but is not used to sustain combustion once the
and signif icantly increase the poten- engine has started.
tial for an inadvertent engine shut-
down. If you suspect such a malfunc- Ignition Switches
tion, be extremely careful when
reducing throttles to IDLE.
The ignition switches (Figure 1-8, 5, 8) actuate
ignition and starting fuel to the engines. The
switches are channel guarded and are marked igni-
CAUTION tion and have positions ON and OFF. They are
spring-loaded to OFF. Positioning an ignition
switch to ON, with the respective starter switch in
To prevent damage to quadrant com- GND provides starting fuel and ignition. Once the
ponents, avoid hard blows to the idle engine has sustained combustion, the ignition
stop when moving a throttle to idle. switch should be released and checked in OFF.

Throttle Friction Knob STARTING SYSTEM


A throttle friction knob (Figure 1-6, 6) provides a A starting system, operating on DC current from
means of increasing throttle friction. The friction the bus, is provided for each engine. Each starting
knob can be overcame and will not prevent either system consists of a starter switch and a combina-
crew member from manually positioning the throt- tion starter-generator located on the forward por-
tles to a new setting. tion of the engine. External power is not required
for starting the engine.
ENGINE ICE WARNING SYSTEM
The engine ice warning system warns the pilot of Starter Switches
icing in the engine air inlet ducts. The engine ice
warning light (Figure 1-7, 11) is amber and illumi- The starter switches (Figure 1-8, 6, 9) are marked
nates when ice forms on the ice detect probe in the Starter, with positions GND, OFF, and AIR. The
left engine air inlet duct. A heating element in the switches are channel guarded and are spring-loaded
detect probe is automatically turned on af ter a brief to OFF. All engine starts on the ground are made
period of icing. Af ter the existing ice has been using the GND position. This permits power from
melted from the detect probe (approximately 5 the main bus to energize the starter. When the
seconds), the warning light will go out until the ice starter switch is placed in AIR and released, a time
condition is repeated. This cycle will be repeated as delay relay is actuated which supplies ignition and
long as icing conditions exist. starting fuel for approximately 30 to 45 seconds.
This provides an airstart capability. Once initiated,
Power for the warning light and ice detect probe is this sequence will continue, regardless of throttle or
received from the DC bus. starter switch position, as long as DC power is
available.
.
NOTE
Retarding the lef t throttle rapidly may
cause the engine ice warning light to CAUTION
illuminate due to negative pressure in
the ice detect probe. . Use of the AIR position on the starter
. During lef t engine shutdown, the
switch may burn clips on the outer
combustor, resulting in engine
engine ice warning light should illumi- damage.
nate, indicating the engine ice warning
system is working properly. The light . Do not place the starter switch(es) to
will illuminate af ter the lef t throttle is AIR during ground operations. Doing
placed in CUTOFF and before the lef t so may result in engine damage.
engine RPM reaches zero.

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Figure 1-6.

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Figure 1-7.

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two f iller points located in the outboard leading


ENGINE INSTRUMENTS edge of each wing. See Figure 1-10 for fuel
specifications.
TACHOMETERS

The tachometers (Figure 1-7, 17) are self-generating FUEL BOOST PUMP
instruments that indicate engine speed in percent-
age of the rated RPM. They operate independently A centrifugal pump is located inside the inverted
of the aircraf t electrical system except for instru- f light chamber in the bottom of the fuselage tank. It
ment lighting. On this aircraf t, the rated RPM is supplies fuel under low, positive pressure to both
21,730 RPM. engines. The pressure helps prevent high altitude
engine surge. It also provides fuel to reprime the
Exhaust Gas Temperature Indicators engine-driven fuel pump in the event of cavitation
(air lock).
The exhaust gas temperature indicators (Figure 1-
7, 15) are self-generating instruments that indicate Fuel Boost Pump Switch
temperature in degrees centigrade. Electrical cur-
rent is supplied by six thermocouples located in the The fuel boost pump switch (Figure 1-8, 7) has ON
tailpipe of each engine. and OFF positions. The switch is always ON for
normal f light conditions. Power for the switch is
Fuel Flow Indicators supplied by the DC bus.

Fuel f low, in pounds per hour to each engine, is Fuel Boost Pump Warning Light
indicated by the fuel f low indicators (Figure 1-7,
23). They are powered from the 26-volt single-phase An amber fuel boost pump warning light (Figure 1-
AC bus. 7, 4) provides the pilot with an indication that the
fuel boost pump is not providing normal fuel pres-
Oil Pressure Indicators sure. The light, operated through the action of a
pressure switch located in the fuel line, receives its
The oil pressure indicators (Figure 1-7, 26) are electrical power from the DC bus.
powered by the 26-volt, single-phase AC bus. (Air-
craft 54-2729 through 56-5361 have direct sensing
gauges that read 0 to 200 psi. These gauges do not WARNING
require electrical power to operate.) They indicate
oil pressure in pounds per square inch.
Do not reset a popped fuel boost pump
circuit breaker. A short circuit and
OIL SUPPLY SYSTEM accompanying arcing in an enclosed
fuel cell could result in an exposition.
Each engine has an independent oil system. The oil
serves both for lubricating and cooling and is a
completely automatic system requiring no control
action by the pilot. The capacity of each oil system is NOTE
6 quarts of oil, of which 4.5 quarts are usable. See The fuel boost pump warning light
Figure 1-10 for oil specif ication. may f licker momentarily near zero G
conditions due to a momentary lack of
fuel at the pressure switch.
FUEL SUPPLY SYSTEM
Three fuel tanks are installed in the aircraf t: one in
the fuselage and one in each wing. Six intercon- FUEL SHUTOFF T-HANDLES
nected fuel cells make one wing fuel tank (see
Figure 1-9). In normal operation, fuel is transferred, A fuel shutoff T-handle (Figure 1-7, 16) for each
under pressure, from the wing tanks to the fuselage engine is located on the top of the instrument panel.
tank in equal quantity by an electrical proportioner It has two positions: PUSH-ON and PULL-OFF. In
pump. The proportioner pump operates automati- PUSH-ON, the fuel shutoff valve is open permitting
cally when the fuel quantity in the fuselage tank fuel f low from the fuel boost pump to the engine
drops below a preset level. In emergency operation, fuel control. When the T-handle is in PULL-OFF,
fuel is supplied to the fuselage tank from the wing the fuel shutoff valve is closed. For all normal
tanks by gravity feed. Fuel is then supplied to the operating conditions, the fuel shutoff T-handle
engines from the fuselage tank by an electrical fuel should be in PUSH-ON. Use PULL-OFF only in an
boost pump. The aircraf t is refueled by means of emergency. Each T-handle also contains a red light

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which f lashes whenever an overheat or f ire condi- system. The switch has two positions: NORMAL
tion exists or is steady whenever a f ire condition and EMERGENCY, with the switch guarded to the
exists in a respective engine nacelle. NORMAL position. In NORMAL, the solenoid-lock
fuel shutoff valves (gravity feed valves) are closed
NOTE and the fuel proportioner circuit is energized. With
the switch in EMERGENCY, the fuel proportioner
The fuel shutoff T-handles are electri- pump circuit and the shutoff valve are deenergized.
cal switches and movement is This opens the shutoff valves and illuminates the
restricted to a very short travel. When amber gravity feed light indicating that the fuel
in idle it takes up to 10 seconds for an system is operating in the emergency mode. The
engine to stop running af ter a fuel fuel system receives its power from the DC bus.
shutoff T-handle has been positioned
to PULL-OFF.
FUEL LOW LEVEL WARNING LIGHT
FUEL QUANTITY INDICATOR
The fuel low-level warning light (Figure 1-7, 19) will
A fuel quantity indicator (Figure 1-7, 22) indicates illuminate when fuel in the fuselage tank reaches a
the quantity, in pounds, of usable fuel remaining. level of 380 (±30) pounds. This light operates
The fuel quantity indicator receives its power from through the action of a fuel low-level f loat switch
the single-phase, 115V AC bus. located in the fuselage tank and receives its power
from the DC bus.
FUEL GAGING SELECTOR SWITCH

The fuel gaging selector switch is a three-position FUEL GRAVITY FEED LIGHT
toggle switch: LEFT, TOTAL, and RIGHT. The
switch uses power from the DC bus. When placed in An amber light (Figure 1-7, 21) provides the pilot
TOTAL, total fuel is read on the fuel quantity with an indication that the fuel system is on gravity
indicator. Fuel remaining in the lef t or right wing feed. The gravity feed light is powered by the DC
tank can be gaged by placing the switch in LEFT or bus through the operation of the solenoid-lock fuel
RIGHT, respectively, until the reading on the fuel shut-off valve and the fuel tank f loat switches.
quantity indicator stabilizes.

FUEL SYSTEM MANAGEMENT


.
NOTE
After checking fuel remaining in the
left or right wing tank, the selector Operation of the fuel system is essentially auto-
switch should be returned to TOTAL to matic, requiring no action from the pilot during
avoid misinterpretation of a low fuel f light. The fuel system switch should be in NOR-
state during a subsequent fuel check.
. Due to the design and location of the
MAL for all normal operation. Normal operation of
the fuel transfer system will maintain the fuel level
in the fuselage tank between 430 and 590 pounds
fuel sensor probes, aircraf t attitude
may affect fuel quantity indications. until the wing tanks are depleted (Figure 1-11).
The most accurate fuel quantity check
may be obtained with the aircraf t in Imbalance in wing fuel quantities may result from
unaccelerated wings level coordinated ground refueling if the lateral axis of the aircraf t is
f light. sloping (due to ramp, unequal shock struts, etc.).
Fuel imbalance because of improper fueling may not
be noticed until approximately 10 minutes af ter
Fuel Quantity Indicator Test Switch takeoff because of unsensed fuel in the tanks. Addi-
tionally, wing tank fuel quantity should be checked
The fuel quantity indicator test switch (Figure 1-7, for a decrease as soon as practical to determine if
20) is used for an operational check of the fuel both tanks are feeding. For these reasons, a fuel
quantity indicator. Pushing in on the fuel quantity balance check should be made between 1720 to 1820
test switch returns the fuel quantity indicator nee- pounds of fuel regardless of whether the aircraf t is
dle to zero, indicating that the fuel gaging system is on the ground or is airborne. In order to ensure
operating. accuracy, make the balance check only during coor-
dinated f light. An imbalance of 160 pounds can
FUEL SYSTEM SWITCH exist with no malfunction of the system. Avoid
confusion between an actual fuel system malfunc-
The fuel system switch (Figure 1-7, 24) provides tion and a fuel imbalance caused by improper aile-
both normal and emergency operation of the fuel ron and/or rudder trim.

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Figure 1-8.

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Figure 1-9.

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Figure 1-10.

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Figure 1-11.

If any fuel transfer malfunction is suspected, the above the low-level f loat switch and both the red
fuel system switch should immediately be placed to low-level warning light and the amber gravity feed
EMERGENCY. Portions of the wing tanks are light will extinguish.
located slightly lower than the fuselage tank. The NOTE
bottom of each wing tank is located at approxi-
mately the same level as the low level f loat switch Extended operation above 95% RPM at
in the fuselage tank. Therefore, the fuel in the wing low altitude may result in premature
tanks may not immediately decrease when the fuel actuation of the low-level warning
system switch is placed in EMERGENCY. This fuel light. Temporarily retard the throttles
may initially appear trapped; however, af ter the to correct the situation.
fuel level in the fuselage tank drops below the inlet
vent from the wing tanks, the wing tanks will begin 2. If an electrical failure in the proportioner
to feed. Depending on when the fuel system switch pump circuit occurs, the fuel system will automati-
is placed in EMERGENCY, the low level light may cally convert to gravity feed and the amber gravity
illuminate with greater than 380 (±30) pounds of feed light will come on.
fuel on board. However, all the fuel on board is 3. If an electrical or mechanical failure occurs in
usable if the wing tanks are feeding. the proportioner pump, the fuel system will convert
The fuel system will automatically convert to emer- to gravity feed when the fuel level in the fuselage
gency operation (gravity feed) under the following tank descends below the low-level f loat switch, (as
conditions: described in 1. above) and both the low-level warn-
ing light and the amber gravity feed light will come
1. If the fuel level descends for any reason to the on. As the fuel level rises above the low-level f loat
low-level f loat switch, the switch actuates the red switch, both warning lights will go out. However,
low-level warning light and automatically shuts off due to proportioner pump failure, the fuel will again
the proportioner pump and de-energizes the sole- descend below the low-level switch and the cycle
noid-locked shutoff valve. The amber gravity feed will be repeated. Place the fuel system switch to
light will be turned on when the solenoid-locked fuel
shutoff valve has opened. If a malfunction exists
with usable fuel remaining in the wing tanks, grav-
ity feed will raise the fuel level in the fuselage tank

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EMERGENCY to ensure continued gravity f low, inhibitors. Aircraf t using alternate fuels not con-
and land as soon as conditions permit. taining an icing inhibitor are restricted to altitudes
below the freezing level. The fuel weight differen-
tial plus the fuel quantity system and f low indica-
WARNING tion errors are not signif icant and may be disre-
garded. Approved alternate fuels are listed in
When performing fuel checks or in the servicing chart, Figure 1-10.
event of a fuel system malfunction,
check the total fuel, wing tank balance,
and fuselage tank quantity to deter- CAUTION
mine the distribution of fuel on board.
Both engines may f lameout due to fuel
. When fuels are mixed, the operating
starvation in the fuselage tank if the restrictions are determined by the fuel
making up the majority of the mix.
fuel transfer
malfunctioned.
system has
. Ground starts and air starts may be
more difficult at low temperatures.
4. A complete loss of electrical power will convert . Rapid throttle movements may cause
the fuel system to gravity feed, but the red low-level engine to be more susceptible to f lame-
warning light and the amber gravity feed light out and EGT/RPM limits to be
cannot be illuminated. exceeded.

NOTE
If an excessive drop in fuel quantity is
indicated on the fuel quantity indica- EMERGENCY FUEL
tor, the high-level f loat switch may be
malfunctioning and pumping fuel over- Aviation gasoline (any grade) is approved as an
board through the fuselage tank vent emergency fuel and is limited to one-time ferry
valve. Place the fuel system switch to missions only. Use of AVGAS causes undesirable
EMERGENCY and check for a normal lead deposits in the engine and may damage the
drop in fuel quantity for the remainder fuel control and fuel pump because of its poor lubri-
of the f light. Enter the malfunction in cating properties. The same general operating limi-
Form 781. tations and cautions apply during use of emergency
fuels as during use of alternate fuels.

FUELS
.
NOTE
Engine inspection is necessary if
engine has been operated for 10 hours
PRIMARY FUEL
on aviation gasoline.

The fuel recommended for normal operation is JP-8


. Slightly higher EGT readings may be
expected with aviation gasoline.
(MIL-T-83133 or NATO Symbol F-34). This fuel
operates satisfactorily under all conditions and con-
tains an icing inhibitor to prevent fuel f ilter icing.
. Lubrication oil (MIL-L-22851, Type II)
must be added to aviation gasoline.
Performance data is based on the use of JP-4 fuel; Mixture should be 3% oil by volume.
however, JP-8 provides essentially the same
performance.

ALTERNATE FUEL ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY


Alternate fuels are approved for use when the pri-
SYSTEM
mary fuel is not available. The same engine limita-
tions for primary fuels apply to the use of alternate The aircraf t is equipped with a direct current and
fuels. Alternate fuels have freezing points higher an alternating current electrical power supply sys-
than JP-8 and may not contain icing inhibitors that tem. The DC system is powered by two engine-
retard the formation of ice at fuel temperatures driven generators and a battery. The AC system is
below 32 degrees fahrenheit. Aircraf t altitude is powered by one main inverter. A spare inverter is
limited to that at which the outside air temperature provided as a safety feature if the main inverter
is above the freeze point of the fuel containing icing fails (Figure 1-12).

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Figure 1-12. (Sheet 1 of 3)

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Figure 1-12. (Sheet 2 of 3)

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Figure 1-12. (Sheet 3 of 3)

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ELECTRICALLY OPERATED EQUIPMENT generator voltage to battery voltage. When the gen-
erator voltage exceeds the battery voltage and the
All equipment uses only DC power with the follow- generator switch is ON, then the RCR brings the
ing exceptions: generator and connects it to the DC system.
AC OPERATED AC/DC OPERATED
The voltage regulator is adjusted on the ground by
maintenance personnel to maintain the generator’s
Attitude indicators Heading system
voltage output. The voltage regulators are con-
(except ARU-42A)
nected to each other and monitor each other’s load
Primary f light Air conditioner output through parallel circuitry. If one generator is
instrument lights system producing too much current, then the other voltage
Hydraulic pressure IFF system regulator will cause the other generator to increase
indicator its output in order to share the load equally. The
VOR/ILS system regulators try to keep 20% as the maximum load
difference between the generators.
Fuel f low indicators
Stall warning system The RCR connects and disconnects the generator to
Oil pressure indicators, the DC electrical system. The RCR takes input from
(aircraft 54-2729 the generator switch and voltage inputs from the
thru 56-3561 have battery and generator. When the generator voltage
direct sensing gauge drops below the battery voltage or the generator
that read 0-200 psi) switch is placed in the OFF position, the RCR takes
Fuel quantity indicator the generator off line and loadmeter will read zero.
The generator switch is nothing more than a con-
DC ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION sent switch and can be bypassed if there is a short
circuit in the RCR. There are cases where the RCR
The 28V DC power supply system is powered by two will fail and placing the generator switch to OFF
engine-driven 200-ampere generators and a 24-volt, will not take the generator off line.
34-ampere-hour battery. The battery, located in the
left-hand nose section, is used to supply current to EXTERNAL POWER RECEPTACLE
the DC bus if both generators fail. The DC genera-
tors function as starter-generators, cranking the The DC power system can be connected to an exter-
engines until the engines have accelerated to opera- nal power source through the external power recep-
tional speed and then cutting in as generators af ter tacle (Figure 1-1, 15) located on the lef t-hand nose
engine speed reaches approximately 38% to 42% section.
RPM. Higher than 42% RPM may be required for
the generators to carry the equipment load and/or to
compensate for low battery conditions. The genera- DC CIRCUIT BREAKERS
tors and generator controls are protected by circuit
breakers located in the lef t-hand nose section. The DC electrical power supply system is protected
by circuit breakers (Figure 1-13) mounted on three
NOTE separate panels. Circuit breakers for the genera-
If both generators fail, the battery will tors, canopy, and the spare inverter are located in
provide power for approximately 25 the lef t-hand nose section and are not accessible
minutes depending on load imposed. during f light. Circuit breakers for the taxi light,
passing light, anticollision light, position lights,
IFF, nosewheel steering, DME, and engine anti-
The voltage regulator controls the generator’s volt- icing are located in the right-hand nose section and
age and current (load) outputs. The power f lows are not accessible during f light. The remaining
from the generator through the Reverse Current circuit breakers are located on the right instrument
Relay (RCR) to the DC bus. The RCR compares panel.

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The circuit breakers protect the DC power system rotary spare inverter is provided as a safety feature
by disengaging automatically whenever an over- and when manually selected will assume the ac load
loaded or short circuit exists. Should a circuit of the aircraf t. Alternating current is distributed
breaker pop out, it can be reset by pushing it in. A through four bus networks, and by use of a trans-
DC circuit can also be opened manually by pulling former, supplies separate voltage systems. Power
out on the respective circuit breaker. for the inverters is supplied by the aircraf t DC
system.

WARNING INVERTER SWITCH

Do not reset a popped fuel boost pump The inverter switch (Figure 1-8, 10) has three posi-
circuit breaker. A short circuit and tions: MAIN, which is the position for all normal
accompanying arcing in an enclosed operation; SPARE, for manually selecting the spare
fuel cell could result in an exposition. inverter if the main inverter fails; and OFF. Nor-
mally, the main inverter supplies power for all AC
operated equipment.
CAUTION When the battery switch is in the OFF position and
inverter switch is placed in the SPARE position,
Circuit breakers should not be pulled power to the spare inverter will be supplied directly
or reset without a thorough under- from the battery. When the battery switch is ON
standing of all the effects and results. and a DC generator is on line, power for the spare
Use of the circuit breakers can elimi- inverter will come from the DC generator/bus.
nate from the system some related
warning system or interlocking circuit.
.
NOTE
Do not reset a circuit breaker more
than once. Inverter failure can be detected by
observing the instruments receiving ac
power. In addition, mechanical failure
BATTERY SWITCH of the rotary inverter may be preceded
by vibrations that may be detected in
The battery switch (Figure 1-8, 12) has two posi-
the cockpit. If instrument f lying must
tions, ON and OFF. When the switch is turned ON,
be continued with the battery and gen-
the battery is connected directly to the DC bus
erator off or if the main inverter fails,
through a relay, provided a minimum of 17 to 18
the spare inverter should be selected.
volts are available. The relay will open when the
battery switch is turned off or if the DC bus is . If battery voltage is low or the battery
deenergized and battery voltage falls below 10 volts. is inoperative, the spare inverter will
not be available.
NOTE
Because of the position of this relay, it
may be possible for the relay to open AC FUSES
and prevent power from the DC bus to
go to either the spare inverter or All of the AC circuits are protected by fuses (Figure
canopy. 1-13) which are replaceable during f light. Three
spares fuses (one 2-amp and two 1-amp) are located
GENERATOR SWITCHES above the DC circuit breaker panel under the glare
shield. An additional spare 2-amp fuse is located in
The guarded DC generator switches (Figure 1-8, 11, the upper right corner of the fuse panel. The 2-amp
13) have two positions, ON and OFF and function to fuses are used for the two radio NAV fuses, the lef t
connector generator output to the DC bus. J-2 compass fuse or any ADI fuse (except ARU-
42A). All other fuses shown on the panel are 1-amp.
LOADMETERS
The loadmeter (Figure 1-7, 27) one for each genera-
tor, are calibrated to read from -0.1 to 1.25 and CAUTION
indicate the proportion of generator rated output
being used. While replacing a fuse, the inverter
should be turned off; if practical, to
AC ELECTRICAL POWER DISTRIBUTION
prevent the crew member from receiv-
AC power is provided by a 500V AC, three-phase, ing a shock.
400 cycle, solid state main inverter. A 250V AC

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Figure 1-13.

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Figure 1-14. (Sheet 1 of 2)

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Figure 1-14. (Sheet 2 of 2)

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Figure 1-15.

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Figure 1-16.

HYDRAULIC POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM


. The hydraulic system does not provide
sufficient pressure to allow simultane-
The hydraulic power supply system (Figure 1-14) ous operation of all systems. If these
consists of two engine-driven hydraulic pumps, one systems are selected in rapid order,
on each engine. Either pump is capable of maintain- the hydraulic pressure may momenta-
ing full system pressures; however, the time for rily indicate zero.
component actuation will be longer. The system
supplies power to actuate the hydraulic components HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PRESSURE INDICATOR
of the aircraf t.
The hydraulic pressure indicator (Figure 1-7, 12) is
Normal operation of the hydraulic power supply a remote indicating instrument that is operated by
system is automatic when the engines are running. the 26-volt, single-phase, 400 cycle AC bus. The
Any sudden surges in the system are absorbed by indicator displays hydraulic pressure in pounds per
an aircharged accumulator. A pressure regulator square inch.
maintains a pressure of 1250 to 1550 psi. A pres-
sure relief valve, spring-loaded to relieve at a LANDING GEAR SYSTEM
slightly higher pressure, protects the system in case
of regulator failure. An air bottle, located in the The tricycle landing gear retracts and extends by
nosewheel well is used for emergency landing gear power from the aircraf t hydraulic power supply
extension in case of hydraulic power failure. See system. The landing gear positions are controlled
Figure 1-10 for hydraulic f luid specif ication. mechanically by using either the pilot’s or instruc-
tor’s landing gear handle. The main gear retracts
inboard into the lower surface of the wing, and the
.
NOTE
nose gear retracts forward into the nose section of
Occasionally a thumping noise may the fuselage.
occur as the hydraulic pressure regula-
tor recycles. This noise is common and Each main gear has two doors, inboard and out-
should not be confused with engine board. The inboard main gear doors are actuated
malfunction. hydraulically and are operated by a sequencing

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valve in the landing gear system which synchro- lower gear. The system consists of an emergency
nizes their opening and closing with the extension gear T-handle (Figure 1-2, 20) and an emergency air
and retraction of the main gears. The inboard main bottle located in the nose compartment. The system
gear doors engage the uplock hooks, which are contains approximately 2000 (±250) psi of air which
hinged to the wing structure and assist in support- is indicated on the pressure gage near the air bottle.
ing the main gears in the up position. The outboard When the landing gear handle is placed down and
main gear doors are hinged to the wing and fast- the emergency gear T-handle is turned and pulled,
ened on the bottom to the main gear strut. air is directed to the gear lowering air lines and
hydraulic cylinder shuttle valves to open the gear
The nose gear is faired by split-type doors. The doors and lower the landing gear.
nosewheel doors are actuated by mechanical link-
ages which are connected to the nose gear. Landing
gear and door retraction time is approximately 10 CAUTION
.
seconds, while extension requires about eight
seconds. Do not attempt to return the T-handle
to IN af ter actuation of the emergency
LANDING GEAR HANDLES
system. To do so will cause the air
The landing gear handles (Figure 1-2, 2) consist of pressure to bleed off from the down
two interconnected handles with clear plastic side of the gear.
wheel-shaped knobs. Each landing gear handle has
two marked positions, UP and DOWN. Positioning
. When this system is used, do not
attempt to retract the gear; the
either landing gear handle to UP or DOWN causes
hydraulic reservoir may rupture.
the landing gear to retract or extend when the
weight of the aircraf t is off the gear. The instruc-
tor’s landing gear handle incorporates a locking NOTE
device which holds the handle down until there is
If the landing gear will not fully extend
no weight on the landing gear. The pilot’s landing
when normal hydraulic pressure is
gear handle is indirectly held down by the same
available, the emergency extension
device.
system will not provide sufficient addi-
LANDING GEAR EMERGENCY OVERRIDE SWITCH tional pressure to help lower gear. In
this situation, the emergency system
The landing gear emergency override switch (Fig- should not be used. Refer to FAILURE
ure 1-2, 4) provides a electrical power to the sole- OF GEAR TO EXTEND, Normal
noid lock which holds the landing gear handles Hydraulic Pressure Available in sec-
down. Pressing and holding the override switch and tion III.
then lif ting the landing gear handle will allow the
landing gear to collapse while the weight of the
aircraft is on the landing gear if hydraulic pressure LANDING GEAR POSITION INDICATOR LIGHTS
is available. (See Figure 3-2, Landing Gear Over- The landing gear position indicator lights (Figure 1-
ride Switch). The landing gear emergency override 7, 2) will illuminate when its respective gear is
switch receives its power from the DC bus. down and locked. Power is supplied by the DC bus.

LANDING GEAR WARNING LIGHT AND AUDIBLE


NOTE SYSTEM
If an attempt is made to raise the A red warning light, located inside each wheel-
landing gear handle prior to depress- shaped knob on the landing gear handle will illumi-
ing the emergency override switch, the nate upon gear extension whenever any landing
solenoid-lock pin can bind making it gear is not in a fully down and lock position and
impossible to raise the landing gear electrical power is available. During gear retraction,
handle. If this occurs, push the landing the light is extinguished when the nose gear strut
gear handle down, then depress the and both inboard main gear doors are up and
emergency override switch followed by locked. When a throttle is retarded to between idle
raising the landing gear handle. and approximately 70% RPM, and the gear is not
down and locked, the light will be illuminated and
LANDING GEAR EMERGENCY EXTENSION SYSTEM the warning signal will send an audio tone to both
the pilot’s and instructor’s headset.
The aircraf t is equipped with a landing gear emer-
gency extension system. The system will enable you The warning lights can be checked by pressing the
to fully extend the gear should the aircraf t lose test switch (Figure 1-2, 3). The landing gear audible
hydraulic pressure or if existing pressure is insuffi- warning is silenced by the silencing switch but is
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is advanced past approximately 70%. Power to oper- Nosewheel steering may be selected at any time
ate the switches is received from the DC bus. while the weight of the aircraf t is on the nosewheel,
and hydraulic and electrical power are available.
NOTE The nose gear centering spring centers the nose
It is possible for gear sequencing mal- gear strut during retraction and extension
functions during landing gear retrac- operations.
tion to go undetected in the cockpit
except for abnormal aircraf t perform-
ance, i.e., airspeeds well below normal CAUTION
for a given power setting or unusual
airframe vibrations. During ground operations when the
nose gear steering switch is actuated,
the nose gear will turn to correspond to
NOSEWHEEL STEERING SYSTEM the position of the rudder pedals.
The nosewheel steering system provides directional Center the rudder pedals before engag-
control during taxiing and portions of the takeoff ing nose wheel steering.
and landing roll. The system is electrically engaged,
and controlled by the rudder pedals, and powered In the event of a complete hydraulic or electrical
by the hydraulic power supply system. Steering is failure, steering is controlled by rudder movement
engaged by a switch on each control stick grip. and aircraf t brakes. All electrical components used
The nosewheel steering unit will position the to operate the nosewheel steering mechanisms are
nosewheel within approximately 40 degrees of each powered by the DC bus.
side of center when the aircraf t is on the ground.
The nosewheel can swivel to 50 degrees either side NOSE WHEEL STEERING SWITCH
of center when wheel brakes are used.
When the nosewheel steering switch (Figure 1-17,
The steer-damper, controlled by rudder pedal move- 4) is held in the depressed position, power from the
ment, directs the hydraulic f luid to an actuator DC bus actuates a solenoid shutoff valve, which
which turns the nose gear strut. The steer-damper permits hydraulic pressure to be supplied to the
device serves two purposes; it steers the nosewheel, nosewheel steering system. A limit switch on the
during power controlled operations and it serves as nose gear prevents nosewheel turning when weight
a shimmy damper with power on or off. is not on the nose gear.

Figure 1-17.

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BRAKE SYSTEM WING FLAP SYSTEM


The brake system is a manually operated, indepen- The hydraulically operated wing f laps extend from
dent, hydraulic system set apart from the hydraulic the aileron to the engine nacelle on each wing. Wing
power supply system. The brakes are multi-disc f lap handles actuate the wing f laps to all positions
type and are actuated by toe pressure applied to within a range of zero to 40 degrees. A f lap blow-up
either set of rudder pedals. No emergency braking relief valve provides a slight wing f lap retraction
provisions are provided on the aircraf t. when the airspeed for f lap down conf iguration is
exceeded. When the speed brake and landing gear
SPEED BRAKE AND THRUST ATTENU- are retracted, f lap blow-up will begin at no less
ATOR SYSTEM than 115 KIAS. At 135 KIAS, a positive indication
of f lap blow-up (approximately 3 percent blow-up)
The speed brake and thrust attenuators operate will occur, resulting in approximately 97 percent
hydraulically through one system, using separate extension. A synchronizing unit ensures the exten-
control valves. Both control valves are energized sion of both f laps at the same rate with a maximum
open by power from the dc bus and are spring- divergence of three degrees.
loaded to the closed position.
WING FLAP HANDLES
SPEED BRAKE
The wing f lap handles (Figure 1-6, 8, 18) are
The speed brake is located on the bottom side of the labeled f laps and have three marked positions: UP,
nose section just af t of the nosewheel well. The HALF, and DOWN with a detent at the HALF
speed brake is hinged at the forward edge and when position. The wing f lap handles are mechanically
opened, extends down into the airstream. When connected to a f lap selector valve. The f lap selector
retracted, the speed brake closes f lush with the valve governs the position of the f laps.
fuselage. There are no intermediate opened or
closed positions, and there is no position indicator. WING FLAP POSITION INDICATOR
Speed Brake Switch A dc operated wing f lap position indicator (Figure
Each right engine throttle contains a speed brake 1-7, 1) shows the position of the wing f laps. The
which (Figure 1-6, 3, 11), electrically actuates the indicator is marked in 10 percent increments from
speed brake selector valve and the thrust attenu- zero to 100 percent with 40 degrees of f lap exten-
ator selector valve. Each speed brake switch is sion being 100 percent def lection.
marked IN and OUT, with a SOLO position
included in the instructor’s switch. The speed brake SPOILER SYSTEM
cannot be extended or retracted by the pilot until
the instructor’s speed brake switch is positioned to The spoilers (Figure 1-19) provide stall warning
SOLO. when the f laps are extended. When the f laps are
extended 25 percent or more, and the aircraf t speed
THRUST ATTENUATORS is reduced to 72 KIAS or lower in level f light (or
The function of the thrust attenuator (Figure 1-18) proportionately higher speeds in accelerated and
is to reduce effective thrust while maintaining an turning f light), a transducer vane on the bottom of
engine RPM that will allow more rapid engine accel- the lef t wing tip electrically extends the hydrauli-
eration. As an example, the effective thrust reduc- cally operated spoilers. When in the extended posi-
tion is equivalent to reducing engine speed from 60 tion, the spoilers create a turbulent airf low which is
percent RPM to approximately 50 percent RPM felt as aircraf t buffet. This occurs between 4 and 10
with thrust attenuator extended. The thrust attenu- knots above the stall speed. Either increasing the
ators operate simultaneously with the speed brake speed above 72 KIAS (or higher in accelerated and
when either throttle on either quadrant is between turning f light) or retracting the wing f laps to less
IDLE and approximately 70 percent RPM. The than 25 percent will cause the spoilers to retract.
attenuators retract when one throttle is placed in
the CUT-OFF position and the other is above FLIGHT CONTROL SYSTEM
approximately 70 percent RPM.
The f light control system is comprised of two
NOTE groups of control surfaces, primary and secondary.
The primary control surface group includes aile-
If either throttle is in any position
rons, elevators, and rudder. The function of the
between IDLE and approximately 70
primary control surface group is to provide the pilot
percent RPM and the other is above 70
with a means of controlling the aircraf t. All primary
percent RPM or is in CUT-OFF, the
control surfaces are manually operated, through a
thrust attenuators will be extended if
system of cables, pulleys, bell cranks, and push-pull
the speed brake switch is in OUT.
rods.

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Figure 1-18.

The secondary control surface group includes trim AILERON AND ELEVATOR TRIM TAB SWITCH
tabs for lef t aileron, lef t elevator, and rudder. The
trim tabs provide a balancing or trimming of the Normal trim of the aileron and elevator trim tabs is
aircraft for any normal attitude of f light. All trim provided through a f ive-position, switch (Figure 1-
tabs are electrically operated and controlled from 17, 1). It receives power from the DC bus, and is
the cockpit. In addition, f ixed tabs on the ailerons spring-loaded to the center (off) position.
are available for ground maintenance adjustment. Moving the trim tab switch to the lef t or to the right
actuates the aileron trim motor. The motor actuates
CONTROL STICK GRIP a push-pull rod which in turn positions the aileron
trim tab up or down. Pushing the switch forward or
aft actuates the elevator trim tab motor. The eleva-
Aileron and elevator control is maintained by dual
tor trim tab motor positions the elevator trim tab to
control sticks which are interconnected. Each con-
the desired up or down position. When the elevator
trol stick has a control stick grip (Figure 1-17), with
trim tab is in the neutral position, and the battery
a switch controlling the aileron and elevator trim
switch is ON, a green elevator trim tab position
tabs and a switch controlling the nosewheel steer-
light (Figure 1-7, 5) will be illuminated.
ing. A switch on the instructor’s control stick grip
only is provided to cut out all incoming radio signals
to both the pilot’s and instructor’s headset but per- WARNING
mits intercommunication and transmission beyond
the aircraf t. The remaining control stick grip
switches are nonfunctional. To avoid any possibility of overtrim in
the event of limit switch malfunction,
the aileron and elevator trim tab
RUDDER PEDALS switch should be manually returned to
the OFF position.
Fore and af t movement on the rudder pedals con-
trols the rudder position through mechanical RUDDER TRIM TAB SWITCH
linkage; toe pressure on the pedals operates the
brakes. Each set of pedals is equipped with rudder The rudder trim tab is electrically controlled
pedal adjustments (Figure 1-2, 17) through a switch (Figure 1-6, 7), af t of the pilot’s

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quadrant. The switch is held to LEFT and RIGHT


for corresponding rudder trim and spring-loaded to
INSTRUMENTS
OFF. The rudder trim tab switch receives its power
from the DC bus.
NOTE
This paragraph covers the information
CONTROL LOCK on f light instruments peculiar to this
aircraft. For detailed information on
the f light instruments, consult AFM
Primary f light control surfaces can be locked in the
11-217, Vol 1.
neutral position by a control lock (Figure 1-20),
below the instrument panel on the pilot’s side.
When the control lock is rotated up and is attached
to the control stick, all surface controls are locked in
neutral including the throttles which are locked in The f light and engine instruments are mounted on
the IDLE through CUT-OFF range. the lef t instrument panel (Figure 1-7). A turn and
slip indicator, altimeter, attitude indicator, and air-
speed indicator are also mounted on the right
PITOT AND STALL WARNING TRANS- instrument and circuit breaker panel (Figure 1-13).
DUCER VANE HEAT
AIMS
PITOT HEAT SWITCH
The term AIMS is an acronym of acronyms. The A
The pitot tube, located in the nose section and the stands for ATCRBS, which is taken from Air Traffic
stall warning transducer vane located in the lef t Control Radar Beacon System; I stands for IFF; M
wing tip, are heated by power from the DC bus represents the Mark XII identif ication system; and
which is controlled by pitot heat switch (Figure 1-8, S for System. These ref lect the many diverse AIMS
15). The switch has two positions, ON and OFF. configurations.

Figure 1-19.

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Figure 1-20.

The AIMS system in the aircraf t consists of an IFF encoder displays altitude over the range of -1,000 to
transponder, altimeter encoder, controls, and other 38,000 feet and encodes this range to the
associated equipment. This equipment is capable of transponder.
automatically reporting a coded altitude and air-
craft identif ication signal to ground stations upon Below an altitude of 10,000 feet, a diagonal warning
interrogation by the station in order to maintain symbol will appear on the 10,000-foot counter. A
positive identif ication and control of air traffic and barometric pressure setting knob is provided to
vertical separation. insert the desired altimeter setting in inches of Hg.
A third read-out window indicates barometric pres-
ALTIMETER sure in inches of Hg, ranging from 28.1 to 31.0.
When power is off, a CODE OFF f lag is visible in
There are two altimeters installed in the cockpit, the fourth read-out window on the dial and the
one on the lef t instrument panel and one on the instrument functions as a conventional altimeter.
right instrument panel. The altimeter provides alti- When power is applied, the encoder will become
tude information (Figure 1-7, 31). operative as the CODE OFF f lag retracts from
An AAU-21/A altimeter-encoder (Figure 1-21) is view. The AAU-27/A operates the same as the AAU-
installed on the right instrument panel and an 21/A, except that the AAU-27/A does not have
AAU-27/A altimeter is installed on the lef t instru- encoding capability.
ment panel. The AAU-21/A altimeter-encoder is a Operating Characteristics
component of the AN/APX-72 IFF system. The
counter-drum pointer altimeter-encoder is a sensi- The AAU-21/A altimeter employs a unique operat-
tive, self-contained altimeter with encoding capabil- ing feature. The 10,000-foot and 1,000-foot counters
ity. When desired, the altimeter-encoder furnishes remain f ixed during altitude changes while the 100-
altitude information to the AN/APX-72 IFF system foot drum and pointer rotate continuously. When
for transmittal to a station appropriately equipped each 1,000-foot increment is nearly completed, the
to interrogate. counter(s) abruptly index to the next correct digit
making readings simpler to observe.
The indicator has four read-out windows, one
pointer, an altitude dial, and an adjustment knob. The altimeter mechanism which provides this fea-
The lef t read-out window indicates feet in 1000-foot ture also causes a noticeable pause or hesitation of
increments, and the adjacent read-out window indi- the pointer due to additional friction of turning over
cates feet in 100-foot increments which are indi- the counter wheel. This pause is followed by a
cated simultaneously by the pointer. The altimeter- noticeable acceleration as the altimeter mechanism

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overcomes the load and rolls the dial over to the control settings. It is also possible to get a good
next 1,000-foot digit. This effect will be more pro- Mode C test on the transponder control with the
nounced at 10,000-foot intervals where both coun- CODE OFF f lag showing. Display of the CODE
ters are turned over simultaneously. The pause OFF f lag only indicates an encoder power failure or
occurs during the 9 to 1 portion of the scale. The a CODE OFF f lag failure. In this event, check that
pause-and-accelerate behavior is more pronounced AC power is available and that the circuit breakers
at high altitudes and high rates of climb and are in. If the f lag is still visible, radio contact should
descent. During normal rates of descent at low be made with a ground radar site to determine
altitudes, the effect will be minimal. whether the AIMS altitude reporting function is
operative, and the remainder of the f light should be
conducted accordingly.
WARNING

Pre-Flight Check
If the altimeter’s internal vibrator is
inoperative, the pause-and-accelerate
effect may be exaggerated. Watch for Set the local barometric pressure into the altimeter.
this when the minimum approach alti- Each altimeter should agree within ±75 feet of f ield
tude lies within the 8 to 2 sector of the elevation. If errors exceed these limits, do not f ly
scale, e.g., 800 to 1,200 feet, 1,800 to the aircraf t until the altimeter is rezeroed or
2, 200 feet, etc. replaced.

Operation CAUTION

When using the baroset knob, momen-


The AAU-21/A altimeter indicates pneumatic alti- tary locking of the barocounters may
tude referenced to barometric pressure and provides occur. Application of force may cause
coded altitude information (Mode C) to the IFF internal gear disengagement and
transponder via the altitude encoder. The CODE result in excessive altitude errors. If
OFF f lag monitors only the encoder function of the locking occurs, rotate the knob a full
altimeter. It does not indicate transponder condi- turn in the opposite direction and
tion. The AIMS altitude reporting function may be approach the setting again slowly.
inoperative without the AAU-21/A CODE OFF f lag
showing, in case of transponder failure or improper

Figure 1-21.

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ACCELEROMETER fully clockwise the indicator remains caged until the


knob is rotated counter-clockwise and released.
The accelerometer (Figure 1-2, 8) indicates the posi-
tive and negative acceleration forces being exerted Approximately 3 minutes are required to erect to
on the aircraf t. One indicating needle records the true vertical af ter power is applied to the system.
positive G forces, one the negative G forces, and the The indicator should be uncaged and set af ter
other continuously indicates existing G loads. A applying electrical power, and lef t uncaged for the
push-to-reset knob on the lower lef t portion of the remainder of the f light. When power is interrupted
instrument resets the needles to the one G position. or the indicator is caged, the OFF warning f lag
appears on the face of the indicator. The indicator
ARU-44/A ATTITUDE INDICATOR will provide a minimum of 9 minutes of useful
The ARU-44/A attitude indicator (Figure 1-7, 8) attitude information (accurate to within ±6 degrees)
receives its power from the 115-volt, three-phase after power failure. Power is supplied by the DC
AC bus. It is a self-contained attitude indicator that bus and protection is provided by a circuit breaker
displays precise attitude information through 360 located on the right instrument circuit breaker
degrees of bank and ±85 degrees of pitch. panel (Figure 1-13) next to the J-2 compass circuit
breaker.
Clockwise rotation of the caging knob, when fully
extended, locks the gyro. Rotation of the caging
knob, when retracted, adjusts the position of the WARNING
miniature aircraf t to a minimum of f ive degrees in
climb and dive. The indicator may precess following
The erection system works automatically, but errors sustained acceleration or deceleration
of greater than 10 degrees must be eliminated by periods and may tumble during
caging the indicator. maneuvering f light near the vertical.

CAUTION CAUTION
. To avoid damage to the gyro system, To avoid damage to the gyro system,
ensure the gyro is caged and locked ensure the gyro is caged and locked
(knob pulled out and rotated fully (knob pulled out and rotated fully
clockwise) prior to applying power and clockwise) prior to applying power and
prior to turning off AC power during prior to turning off electrical power
engine shutdown. Avoid snap-releas- during engine shutdown. Avoid snap-
ing the pitch/trim knob af ter uncaging releasing the pitch/trim knob af ter
to prevent damage to the indicator and uncaging to prevent damage to the
. gyro.
Do not f ly with the attitude indicator
indicator.
caged, as damage to the gyro mecha-
nism may occur. J-2 HEADING INDICATOR SYSTEM
The J-2 heading indicator system consists of the J-2
The gyro wheel speed and the unique nature of the and RMI heading indicators and the course indica-
erection system combine to provide a minimum of 9 tor heading pointer (Figure 1-7, 6, 28, 30). The
minutes of attitude information with total loss of system receives inputs from a directional gyro that
power. This attitude information will be accurate is automatically kept on the magnetic heading of
within ±5 degrees in pitch and bank. The OFF f lag the aircraf t by a f lux valve located in the right wing
being in view during these conditions does not tip. Electrical power for the heading indicator sys-
invalidate attitude information. tem is supplied by the DC bus and the 115V AC,
three-phase bus.
ARU-42A ATTITUDE INDICATOR
NOTE
The ARU-42A attitude indicator (Figure 1-13) is Should either the DC or AC power
self-contained and provides a visual indication of supply fail, the system is automati-
the bank and pitch of the aircraf t. The pitch limits cally disconnected from all electrical
are 92 degrees in climb and 78 degrees in dive. The power.
roll capability is a full 360 degrees.
The instrument has a pitch/trim knob to adjust the The gyro is energized when the heading indicator
miniature aircraf t and cage the indicator. Rotating circuit breaker is in, the inverter switch is in the
the knob adjusts the miniature aircraf t. Pulling the MAIN or SPARE position, and the DC bus is ener-
knob out to the fully extended position cages the gized. For the f irst two or three minutes of opera-
indicator. With the knob fully extended and rotated tion, the gyro is on a fast slaving cycle, during which

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it reaches operating speed and aligns with the mag- placed in OUT to avoid inducing a
netic heading of the aircraf t. Then the gyro begins a heading error. The 3-minute cycle is
slow slaving cycle. computed from the time of original
activation. Returning the switch to IN
NOTE will f inish out the remaining time
After the gyro reaches operating which includes the period the switch
was in OUT.
.
speed, compare the indication with
that of the magnetic compass. If you If using OUT to make turns af ter the
note a difference of more than 5 heading error has been corrected,
degrees by the time you complete the heading information remains accurate,
LINEUP check, the heading system is provided small bank angles (standard
not operating properly and should be rate turns or less) are used. To mini-
checked for malfunction. mize the effect of gyro drif t, return the
switch to IN when the turn is
complete.
A compass card set knob on the lower lef t side of the
heading indicator permits the compass card to be
. Since there is no means of resetting
rotated to a preselected heading. the heading to correct for gyro preces-
sion the heading indicator should not
be used for heading information when
Heading Indicator Cut-out and Fast Slave Switch the cut-out and fast slave switch is in
OUT.
The switch (Figure 1-7, 7) has three positions: OUT,
IN, and FAST. When the switch is IN, electrical
power is supplied to the transmitter and the system
operates as a slaved gyro heading indicator. Except
MAGNETIC COMPASS
for special circumstances, the switch should always
be IN. With the switch in FAST, it provides a means
of stabilizing the gyro af ter it has been upset by The magnetic compass (Figure 1-2, 6) can be used in
overbanking or acrobatics. Momentarily holding the the event of malfunctions of the heading indicator
switch in FAST interrupts DC power to the ampli- system. It requires no outside power source except
fier. When the switch is released, it will return to for lighting of the instrument. A compass correction
IN, power will be restored, and the fast slaving cycle card (Figure 1-2, 7) indicates deviation in the sys-
is initiated to permit faster gyro recovery to the tem. Refer to AFM 11-217, Vol 1 for additional
corrected heading. The fast slaving cycle continues information.
for approximately 3 minutes, regardless of the
amount of error to be corrected. Airspeed and head-
ing should be held constant while the gyro mecha- CLOCK
nism is in the 3-minute cycle, even if the heading is
corrected before the 3-minute cycle is complete. The clock (Figure 1-7, 13) contains an elapsed-time
mechanism which uses a sweep-second hand and a
With the switch in OUT, the magnetic function of minute totalizer. The elapsed-time mechanism is
the heading indicator is discontinued by shutting started, stopped, and reset by pushing in on the
off the power supply to the slaving torque motor. control knob located at the upper right-hand corner
OUT is designed to navigate in polar areas where of the clock face.
the dip of the earth’s magnetic f ield causes indica-
tions to become inaccurate.
TURN AND SLIP INDICATOR

CAUTION The turn and slip indicators (Figure 1-7, 32 and


Figure 1-13) receive their power from the DC bus.
To avoid damage to the slaving torque They operate whenever DC power is supplied to the
motor, the switch should not be posi- aircraft.
tioned to FAST too frequently. Allow
10 minutes between actuations, and
hold switch no longer than 2 seconds. PITOT STATIC INSTRUMENTS

Five f light instruments operate from the pitot static


.
NOTE systems. They include two airspeed indicators (Fig-
If a turn is required before the end of ure 1-7, 3 and Figure 1-13); two altimeters (Figure
the 3-minute fast slave cycle, the head- 1-7, 31 and Figure 1-13 and a vertical velocity
ing-indicator cut-out switch should be indicator (Figure 1-7, 29).

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Figure 1-22.

Engine Fire and Overheat or Fire Detect Warning


EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT Lights
ENGINE FIRE AND OVERHEAT DETECT SYSTEM
The warning lights are mounted in the fuel shutoff
The engine f ire and overheat detect system (Figure T-handles. A steady illumination of the red warning
1-22) shows: a f ire condition in either engine nacelle light indicates a f ire condition forward of the f ire
forward of the f ire seal or an overheat or f ire seal, while a f lashing red light indicates an over-
condition in either engine nacelle af t of the f ire heat or f ire condition af t of the f ire seal in the
seal. The f ire detect system forward of the f ire seal corresponding engine nacelle compartments. Opera-
and overheat detect system af t of the f ire seal are tion of the system and lights can be checked by the
separate circuits. A heat-sensitive detector cable is system test switches. The lights use DC power.
installed in each nacelle compartment and is elec-
trically connected to the warning lights in the
cockpit. NOTE
With an electrical failure, the system
will be inoperative. Monitor the EGT.

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Engine Fire and Overheat Detect Switches between crew members and outside agencies. It is a
master control for all the communication/navigation
The engine f ire detect test switch (Figure 1-7, 14), radios, as all incoming signals pass through it.
when pressed, energizes the engine f ire detect cir-
cuit and a steady red light in both fuel shutoff T-
handles should come on. The engine overheat detect The system normally used power from the DC bus,
switch (Figure 1-7, 18), when pressed, energizes the but can operate on battery power alone. There is no
entire overheat circuit and a f lashing red light in on-off switch; the system is on any time DC power is
both fuel shutoff T-handles should come on. The available and the circuit breaker is pushed in.
switches receive their power from the DC bus.
NOTE The control panels (Figure 1-23) are located on the
side panels (Figure 1-3, 2, 23). The components are:
Pressing to test the light in the fuel
shutoff T-handle only checks the bulb
and does not check the f ire or overheat 1 - Toggle switches. When placed outboard you
circuit. can monitor the appropriate incoming sig-
nal. The center toggle switch is not used.

COMMUNICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED 2 - Normal-auxiliary listen switch. This is usu-


ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS ally safetywired to NORMAL. In AUX-LIS-
TEN you will be able to monitor only one
INTERPHONE SYSTEM AN/A1C-10 incoming signal, the one controlled by the
first toggle switch from the lef t that is out-
The interphone system (intercom) controls commu- board. For example, to monitor VOR, all
nication from one crew member to the other and four of the other switches must be inboard.

COMMUNICATIONS AND ASSOCIATED ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

LOCATION
DESIGNATION TYPE USE OPERATOR RANGE OF CONTROLS

Interphone AN/AIC-10 Crew Pilot and Cockpit Pilot’s lef t side


Intercommunication Instructor cockpit instructor’s
right side cockpit

UHF Command AN/ARC-164 Aircraft-to-aircraft Pilot or Line-of- Stationary


Radio Aircraft-to-ground instructor sight instrument panel
Communication

Identification AN/APX-72 Automatic and Pilot or Line-of- Stationary


Transponder selective instructor sight instrument panel
identification

DME Receiver AVQ-75 AN/ Navigation Pilot or Line-of- Stationary


ARN-154(V) instructor sight instrument panel

VOR/ILS AN/ARN-127 Navigation Pilot or Line-of- Stationary


Receiver instructor sight instrument panel

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Figure 1-23.

3 - Rotary selector switch: 2. Monitoring switches ON.


COMM-INTER. Allows one crew member to 3. Normal-auxiliary listen switch
talk to the other without pressing the NORMAL.
microphone button. Pressing the microphone
button allows radio transmissions. 4. Volume control knob Adjust as
desired.
COMM. Restricts communication to the UHF
radio only, and the microphone button must UHF COMMAND-RADIO AN/ARC-164
be pressed.
NOTE
INTER. Restricts communication to intercom
only. Microphone button must be pressed. No transmission will be made on
emergency (distress) frequency
CALL. Immediately contacts other crew channels except for emergency
member, regardless of how the panels are set purposes.
up. Used for urgent contact.
VHF NAV and DME. Permit monitoring of The AN/ARC-164 UHF Command Radio set (Figure
VOR/ILS and DME identif ication signals. 1-24) provides line-of-sight voice and tone
transmission and reception on 7,000 frequencies
4 - Volume. Controls volume of all incoming within the 225.0 to 399.975 megahertz range. The
signals selected by the toggle switches. control panel is located on the stationary
instrument panel.
A radio interrupt switch on the instructor’s stick
grip cuts out all incoming signals, to allow Function Control Switch (Figure 1-24, 1)
unhampered cockpit communication and cockpit MAIN: permits normal operation on the
transmission. selected frequency.
Interphone Operation BOTH: permits normal operation on the
selected frequency and simultaneous
1. Rotary selector switch COMM-INTER. reception on guard channel.

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ADF: inoperative. Squelch Switch (Figure 1-24, 9).


Mode Control Switch (Figure 1-24, 2)
ON: allows normal reception without
MANUAL: permits operation on the background static.
frequency selected by manual frequency
selector knobs (Figure 1-24, 3).
OFF: disables squelch, allowing back-
PRESET: permits operation on any of the ground noise in absence of a signal.
20 preset channels as selected by the
channel selector knob (Figure 1-24, 4). The 20 preset frequencies are normally
GUARD: permits operation on the standardized and set by communications
emergency frequency (243.0). personnel. The set is powered by the DC
bus. It can operate on as little as 18 volts
Tone button (Figure 1-24, 5)
and will operate on battery power if both
Provides a continuous wave for homing generators fail.
operations.
Volume (Figure 1-24, 6) Operation of UHF Command Radio
Self explanatory. 1. Select PRESET position with the mode control
Preset Button (Figure 1-24, 7) switch.
Permits any frequency to be set into a 2. Rotate function control switch to BOTH.
given channel. Place the function control
switch in MAIN or BOTH; place the mode 3. Select the desired channel. Set is now ready
control switch in PRESET; select the for use.
desired channel with the channel selector 4. Adjust volume control.
knob; set the desired frequency with the
manual frequency selector knobs; press the 5. For manual selection of a frequency that is not
preset button. included in the preset channels, set mode control
switch to MANUAL. Turn the four manual fre-
Channel Frequency Card (Figure 1-24, 8) quency selector knobs until the numerals indicating
Provides a list of frequencies corresponding the desired frequency appear in the windows. (The
to channels. function control switch must be in MAIN or BOTH.)

Figure 1-24.

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NOTE VOR/MKR TEST BUTTON


If a stuck mike button is suspected,
proceed as follows: Position the rotary The VOR/MKR test button tests system display
selection switch to INTER. If you can functions. Depressing the test button will cause the
transmit over the interphone without Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) to def lect and the
depressing the mike button, you have marker beacon to illuminate, if a valid VOR/ILS
a stuck mike button. If operation of frequency is received.
the interphone or UHF radio is neces-
sary from the affected crew position, VOR/ILS TEST
set the interphone control panel to
AUX LISTEN. To receive, place AUX 1. Turn volume control knob out of OFF.
LISTEN switch to AUX LISTEN and 2. Select localizer frequency and check for no
rotary selector switch to INTER. OFF f lags, absence of TO/FROM indication and
Ensure all toggle switches, except proper needle def lection in relation to aircraf t posi-
COMM, are placed inboard. To trans- tion. The RMI bearing pointer should park at the 4
mit, turn the rotary selection switch to o’clock position. Pressing the VOR/MKR test button
COMM-INTER and then back to will illuminate the marker beacon light.
INTER when transmission is com-
plete. Operation of the UHF radio is 3. Select VOR frequency and check for TO/
normal for the other crew member as FROM indication. The RMI bearing pointer should
long as the rotary selection switch is indicate approximate direction to VOR station. Set
set on INTER at the affected position. 315 degrees in the course selector window and press
the VOR/MKR test button. The RMI bearing pointer
will indicate 315 degrees and the CDI will center
6. To transmit and receive on guard frequency, within ±2 degrees.
move mode control switch to GUARD.
7. To turn off receiver-transmitter, move func- NOTE
tion control switch to OFF.
Checks of f light and navigation instru-
ments should be performed in accor-
VOR/ILS RECEIVER - AN/ARN 127 dance with procedures described in
AFM 11-217. However, aircrews may
The VOR/ILS Receiver (AN/ARN-127) consists of a use the VOR/ILS self-test as a substi-
remotely installed VOR, Localizer (LOC), Glide tute for the AFM 11-217 check.
Slope (GS) and Marker Beacon (MB) Receiver. It
provides outputs for visual display of course and
glide path deviation and marker beacon passage as
well as audio outputs for station identif ication and VOR/ILS OPERATION
voice reception. The presentation is displayed on 1. Turn volume control knob out of OFF.
the Course Indicator (Figure 1-28) and the Radio
Magnetic Indicator (Figure 1-29). 2. Select desired frequency.

The system is capable of receiving all VOR stations NOTE


and all compatible ILS localizer and glide slope If the RMI needle(s) start to spin rap-
transmitter combinations between 108.0 and 117.95 idly, turn off the VOR until the spin-
MHz in 0.05 MHz increments. With an ILS fre- ning stops, then return to ON. Repeat
quency selected, the glide slope receiver is automat- if necessary.
ically tuned to a matching frequency for ILS opera-
tion. The system is powered by the DC bus and the
115V AC, three-phase bus. Loss of AC electrical 3. Refer to AFM 11-217 for VOR/ILS operational
power will cause failure of the RMI (compass card procedures.
and bearing pointer) and the heading pointer in the
4. To turn equipment off, turn volume control
Course Indicator. The VOR/ILS receiver and all
knob to OFF.
other components of the Course Indicator operate
on DC power.
NOTE
NAV/DME CONTROL PANEL The RMI bearing pointer will park at
the 4 o’clock position when the equip-
Controls for the VOR/ILS receiver are located on the ment is tuned to a localizer frequency,
left side of the NAV/DME control panel (Figure 1- an unreliable VOR frequency or when
25). The panel also shares the controls for the DME 25.5V DC is lost.
which are located on the right side.

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Figure 1-25.

DME NAVIGATION SYSTEM - AVQ-75 the DME can be used to establish actual ground
speed.
The DME navigation system consists of an interro-
Controls for the DME system are located on the
gator, a distance indicator, a shared NAV/DME
NAV/DME control panel (Figure 1-25). The DME
control panel, and an antenna. It continuously mea-
mode control selector (Figure 1-25, 5), marked OFF,
sures the slant-range distance between an aircraf t
STBY, DME, and TEST, controls operation of the
in f light and a TACAN station, and displays this
DME. In DME the system is operative. STBY is
information to the pilot in the form of nautical miles
used to warm up the DME system. Holding the
on the DME indicator. The digital readout will
switch in TEST causes the DME to momentarily go
continuously change as the aircraf t moves closer to
into search, concluding with a display of approxi-
or farther from the ground station.
mately 196.0 nautical miles on the DME indicator
(Figure 1-26). Releasing the switch places the sys-
The maximum operating range is 196 nautical tem in DME. The DME channel selector control
miles and is limited to line-of-sight. An altitude of knobs (Figure 1-25, 7, 8) are used to select the
17,000 feet or more over f lat terrain is normally ground station’s channel number. If a TACAN chan-
necessary to achieve the full range. The system uses nel number below 17 is selected, the control panel
DC power, through a circuit breaker located in the will automatically select TACAN channel number
right hand nose section. 17. If a TACAN channel number above 126 is
selected, the control panel will automatically select
The DME operates on the TACAN channel numbers TACAN channel number 120.
17 thru 59 and 70 thru 126. When the aircraf t is
directly above the ground station, slant range and The DME indicator (Figure 1-7, 10), located on the
aircraft altitude become equal, and the DME then left instrument panel, displays distance in nautical
gives an indication of altitude in nautical miles. miles. A red f lag alarm covers the display whenever
Plotting the DME reading on an aeronautical chart the reading is not valid, but is def lected from sight
will indicate the aircraf t’s ground position on the when the indicator reading is usable. When the
radial from the TACAN station on which the air- mode selector (Figure 1-25, 5) is in DME, and a
craft is f lying. For reporting ETA, the readings of suitable TACAN channel is received, the indicator

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numerals will quickly rotate behind the f lag alarm The DME automatically goes into standby if no
until the correct distance is displayed. When the usable signal is returned from the ground station.
correct distance is indicated, the DME locks on or This feature makes it possible for the pilot to preset
ends the search, and the f lag alarm def lects from the DME before f lying into range of one of the
view, exposing the distance reading. The numerals ground stations without having the DME search
then begin to rotate slowly or track, ref lecting the needlessly until a usable signal is detected.
aircraft’s continuously changing distance from the
ground station. If the interrogator fails to track, there could be
several reasons, each of which should be investi-
gated before it is assumed that the DME has failed.
CAUTION
The proper channel may not have been selected or
the ground station selected may be out of range; the
DME should remain in STBY for one aircraft may be f lying too low for proper reception
minute prior to operating or perform- or the ground station may be malfunctioning, in
ing checks. which case, other ground stations within range
should be interrogated.

The ground station is identif ied by its Morse code OPERATION OF DME SYSTEM - AVQ-75
signal which is transmitted approximately every 30
seconds. To receive the code, the DME monitor 1. DME mode control selector STBY.
switch on the interphone control panel is positioned
to ON or the rotary selector switch is positioned to Allow one minute for the set to warm up.
DME.
2. DME channel selector SET.
When locked onto a signal, the DME stays lock on,
even if the signal is momentarily interrupted. If the
3. DME mode control selector DME.
signal is lost, the DME continues to display the last
known distance from the ground station. This dis-
play continues for the duration of the memory 4. To identify ground station signal
(about 10 seconds). Thus, tracking can continue Position DME monitor switch on the
uninterrupted if the signal is regained. interphone control panel to ON or
position the rotary selector knob on the
If the signal is lost for more than 10 seconds, the interphone control panel to DME.
f lag alarm is reset and the DME goes into search if
usable signals are present or into standby if no 5. To turn equipment off Set DME mode
usable signals are present. control selector OFF.

Figure 1-26.

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DME NAVIGATION SET - AN/ARM-154(V) (TCTO 1T- ground station channel number. If a TACAN chan-
37B-586) nel number below 17 is selected, the control panel
will automatically select TACAN channel 17. If a
TACAN channel number above 126 is selected, the
The AN/ARN-154(V) Distance Measuring Equip- control panel will automatically select TACAN
ment (DME) Navigation System consists of an RT- channel 120.
1634 Radio Receiver-Transmitter, MT-6723 Mount-
ing Base Electrical Equipment, ID-2472 Navigation
Set Indicator, and an antenna. The DME system is The indicator, located on the lef t instrument panel,
controlled by the right side of the NAV/DME Con- displays distance in nautical miles. The display
trol Panel. The DME system constantly measures shows dashes whenever the reading is not valid or
the slant-range distance between the aircraf t in the DME is not tuned to a TACAN, VORTAC or
f light and a TACAN, VORTAC or DME station. DME station in line-of-sight (Figure 1-27, View C).
Slant range information is displayed to the pilot in When the DME mode selector (Figure 1-25, 5) is in
0.1 nautical mile (nm) increments from 0.1 to 99.9 the DME position, and a suitable DME or VORTAC
nm and in 1 nm increments from 100 to 399 nm. channel is received, the indicator will show the
The digital readout will change as the aircraf t correct distance to the station in the upper lef t of
moves closer or farther from the ground station. the display (Figure 1-27, View D). The distance
displayed changes slowly or tracks, ref lecting the
The maximum operating range is 399 nm and is changing distance of the aircraf t from the ground
limited to line-of-sight. For example, an altitude of station. The ground speed display needs at least 2
35,000 feet over f lat terrain will provide a line-of- minutes to stabilize on the actual ground speed of
sight range of 230 nm. The system receives power the aircraf t in the lower right of the display (Figure
from the DC bus through the DME circuit breaker 1-27, View D). Pushing the PAGE button will
(CB1) located in the right hand nose section. change the ground speed display to minutes to the
station (Figure 1-27, View E). When tracking a
The DME system operates on TACAN X mode chan- TACAN or VORTAC station the indicator will show
nels 17 through 59 and 70 through 126. When the the DME bearing to the station in 1 degree incre-
aircraft is directly above the ground station, slant ments in the lower lef t of the display (Figure 1-27,
range and aircraf t altitude become equal. The DME View E).
then gives an indication of altitude in nautical miles
minus the terrain height where the station is
located. Plotting the DME reading will show the The ground station is identif ied by its Morse code
ground position of the aircraf t on the radial from signal which is transmitted about every 30 seconds.
the TACAN or VORTAC station. For reporting ETA, The station three letter identif ier is shown in the
the DME display provides a ground speed in knots. upper right of the display (Figure 1-27, View E). To
Pushing the PAGE button will change the display receive the audio code, the DME monitor switch on
from ground speed to time in minutes to the ground the interphone control panel is placed to ON or the
station. If the DME is tuned to a TACAN or rotary selector switch is placed to DME.
VORTAC station, the indicator will display bearing
to the station in 1 degree increments. This bearing
information may be used for situational awareness Once the DME locks onto a signal, it remains locked
and/or cross tuning purposes. on even if the signal is brief ly interrupted. If the
signal is lost, the DME continues to calculate the
range at the last known speed of the aircraf t to the
Controls for the DME system are located on the ground station for 10 to 12 seconds. If the signal is
NAV/DME control panel (Figure 1-25). The DME then regained, tracking will continue. If the signal
mode control (Figure 1-25, 2) labeled OFF, STBY, is lost for more than 10 to 12 seconds, the indicator
DME, and TEST, controls operation of the DME will display a series of dashes.
system. In the OFF position, the DME system is
turned off. The STBY position is not used. The DME
position will turn on the DME system. Momentarily The DIM potentiometer on the indicator controls
holding the switch in the TEST position will cause the brightness of the indicator displays. Adjust
the DME system to perform a self test. A self test clockwise to increase brightness. Adjust counter-
will conclude with either a display of SELF TEST clockwise to decrease brightness.
PASS (Figure 1-27, View A) or SELF TEST FAIL
XX (Figure 1-27, View B). The error code displayed
with SELF TEST FAIL will help the maintenance If the DME fails to track, do not immediately
personnel to fault isolate the DME system. assume the DME has failed. Things to check
include: proper channel selected, ground station out
On the NAV/DME control panel, the DME selector of range, aircraf t f lying too low to proper reception
controls (Figure 1-25, 4, 8) are used to select the or ground station malfunctioning.

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Figure 1-27.

OPERATION OF DME NAVIGATION SET AN/ARN- 4. Indicator, PAGE pushbutton After


154(V) DME signal lockon, use PAGE
pushbutton to toggle between ground
1. NAV/DME control panel, DME channel speed in knots and time to station in
selector switches Set to proper DME minutes.
channel number.
5. Interphone control panel To identify
2. NAV/DME control panel, DME mode ground station signal, position DME
control selector Place in DME monitor switch to ON or position the
position. rotary selector knob to DME.

3. Indicator, DIM potentiometer Controls 6. NAV/DME control panel, DME mode


brightness of displays. Adjust to proper control selector Place in OFF position
brightness. to power down the DME navigation set.

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COURSE INDICATOR purposes of the transponder system are to provide


momentary identif ication of position upon request
Refer to AFM 11-217 for the indications, operations, and to transmit a specially coded response to indi-
and pref light checks of the course indicator (Figure cate an emergency. In addition, the signals
1-28). returned from the transponder can be used at the
interrogating station to determine range and azi-
muth information.
WARNING
Power to the transponder system is provided by the
With reliable station identif ication, DC bus and the 115V AC single-phase bus. The
the Course Deviation Indicator (CDI) transponder system is protected by circuit breakers
or the Glide Slope Indicator (GSI) may and a fuse.
stick in any position with no warning
f lag visible. Use caution and monitor The AN/APX-72 is transistorized for lighter weight
control and performance instruments and less current drain. Warmup time does not
when f lying instrument approaches. exceed 1 minute under standard conditions or 2
minutes under extreme conditions. If properly
warmed up, there will be no delay in response to
RADIO MAGNETIC INDICATOR interrogations.
Refer to AFM 11-217 for indications and operations
of the radio magnetic indicator (Figure 1-29). In the The antenna system is comprised of two antennas
T-37B, the number 1 bearing pointer has been and a switching circuit. The system is controlled by
removed. The number 2 bearing pointer indicates a switch located on the lef t instrument panel (Fig-
VOR magnetic bearing. ure 1-7, 34). This switch has three positions:
UPPER, AUTO, and LOWER.
IDENTIFICATION TRANSPONDER - AN/APX-72
With the switch in AUTO, the switching circuit
The AN/APX-72 identif ication transponder system determines which antenna is receiving the stronger
(Figure 1-30) provides automatic radar identif ica- interrogation and routes the response signal
tion and altitude reporting information. The through the same antenna. The manual switching
responses will also identify the aircraf t as friendly feature can be enabled by selecting either UPPER
within a group of specif ic aircraf t. Supplementary or LOWER with the antenna select switch.

Figure 1-28.

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Tests have shown that the lower antenna will give The Mode 4 audio-light switch (Figure 1-30, 14) is
the best radar return when the aircraf t is f lying inoperative.
away from the ground radar antenna. The upper
antenna will give the best return when inbound, The Mode 4 code switch (Figure 1-30, 1) is
during a VOR penetration and holding. Normally inoperative.
AUTO will select the proper antenna and should be
used unless a malfunction is suspected. Either The RAD TEST and MON switch (Figure 1-30, 6) is
UPPER or LOWER may be used in the event of an a three-position, toggle-type switch marked RAD
AUTO malfunction. TEST, OUT and MON. The switch is spring-loaded
from RAD TEST to OUT. In RAD TEST, the output
The transponder system is capable of using f ive power of the individual modes can be tested. Other
operational modes (Modes 1, 2, 3/A, C, and 4) and functions of this switch are classif ied. In MON, the
can superimpose four special signals on the mode receiver sensitivity can be checked. The green TEST
replies. Modes of operation are selected on the iden- light (Figure 1-30, 3) will illuminate when the func-
tification transponder control panel (Figure 1-30); tion being checked is acceptable.
however, only modes 3/A and C are used in the T-
37. The identif ication switch (Figure 1-30, 8), marked
IDENT, OUT and MIC, is spring-loaded from
IDENTIFICATION TRANSPONDER CONTROL PANEL IDENT to OUT. IDENT, when momentarily actu-
The identif ication transponder control panel (Fig- ated, initiates Identif ication of Position (I/P) replay
ure 1-30) is located on the lower right portion of the code operation for approximately 20 seconds. In
instrument panel. The panel provides cockpit con- MIC, with the microphone button depressed,
trol of all modes of operation. approximately 20 seconds of I/P reply code will be
transmitted. OUT disables IDENT reply from the
The MASTER control switch (Figure 1-30, 4) is a transponder system.
five-position rotary switch. The switch turns the
transponder system on and off, selects the desired The TEST light (Figure 1-30, 3) illuminates when
receiver sensitivity, and provides for emergency the transponder properly responds to a Mode 1, 2, 3/
operation. In OFF, the transponder system is inop- A or C test.
erative. In STBY, the transponder is placed in a
warm-up condition. In LOW, power is applied to the Modes of Operation:
transponder, but operation sensitivity is reduced
1. For Mode 1 operation, select NORM or LOW
and replies are transmitted only in the presence of
on the master control switch and set the Mode 1
strong interrogation. In NORM, power is applied to
select switch to ON. Depending on the selection of
the transponder for operation at normal receiver
the Mode 1 code select switches, a total of 32 differ-
sensitivity. In EMER (the knob must be pulled out
ent reply code combinations are available.
before it can be turned to EMER), the transponder
automatically transmits emergency reply signals. 2. For Mode 2 operation, select NORM or LOW
on the master control switch and set the Mode 2
The Modes 1, 2, 3/A and C select switches (Figure 1-
select switch to ON. Mode 2 can be preset to select
30, 5, 7, 11, 12), are marked ON, OUT, and TEST.
any one of 4096 possible reply code combinations for
In ON, the transponder replies to the selected mode
discrete identif ication of the aircraf t.
interrogations. OUT disables the transponder
replies to these interrogations. In TEST, the tran- 3. For Mode 3/A operation, select NORM or LOW
sponder may be locally interrogated while also on the master control switch and set the Mode 3/A
replying. When the replay is satisfactory, the green select switch to ON. Depending on the selection of
TEST light (Figure 1-30, 3) will illuminate. the Mode 3/A code select switches, a total of 4096
reply code combinations are available. Mode 3/A
The Mode 1 code select switches (Figure 1-30, 10)
operation provides Air Traffic Control (ATC) corre-
select and indicate the Mode 1 two-digit replay code
lation of aircraf t radar targets with their individu-
number.
ally f iled f light plans.
The Mode 3/A code select switches (Figure 1-30, 9)
4. For Mode C operation, select NORM or LOW
select and indicate the Mode 3/A four-digit replay
on the master control switch and set the Mode C
code number.
select switch to ON. The altitude digitizer selects
The Mode C select switch controls the altitude one of 2048 reply code combinations to be transmit-
reporting function of the identif ication transponder. ted.

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Figure 1-29.

Special Signal Mode of Operation: TEST on the mode being tested. If the particular
mode in question is operational, the test light (Fig-
1. A special I/P reply code can be selected by the ure 1-30, 3) will illuminate.
pilot for transmission to permit the ground control-
ler to distinguish between two aircraf t displaying
identical coding or to establish the position of any LIGHTING EQUIPMENT
given aircraf t. The reply code is transmitted for
approximately 20 seconds each time the identif ica- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
tion switch is placed in IDENT. In MIC, with the Exterior lighting for inf light and ground operation
microphone button depressed, approximately 20 is provided by position lights, landing lights, a taxi
seconds of I/P reply code will be transmitted. For I/ light, anticollision beacons, a passing light and wing
P operation, the MASTER control switch must be in tip strobe lights.
NORM or LOW and the Mode 1, 2 or 3/A select
switches in ON. The position lights are controlled by a switch (Fig-
ure 1-8, 3) located on the cockpit switch panel. One
2. A special emergency code may be selected for white position light is located on the upper center-
transmission when an aircraf t is in distress. line of the fuselage af t of the canopy and the other
Placing the master control switch in EMER causes is located on the lower centerline of the fuselage.
automatic transmission of emergency reply signals One position light is located on each wing tip; a
that enable the interrogating radar to single out the green light on the right and a red light on the lef t. A
aircraft in an emergency condition from within a single white tail position light is located on the
group of aircraf t. tailcone stinger.

Self Test Feature of AN/APX-72 The landing and taxi lights are controlled by a
switch (Figure 1-7, 33), located on the lef t instru-
There are three operational tests that may be com- ment panel. One landing light is f lush mounted on
pleted on the AN/APX-72; they are tests for opera- the underside of each wing, af t of the landing gear.
tion, output power, and receiver sensitivity of the The taxi light is mounted in the nose section.
four modes. All tests are performed with aircraf t
power available and the master control switch (Fig- The anticollision beacons and passing light are con-
ure 1-30, 4) in NORM. trolled by a switch (Figure 1-8, 4), located on the
cockpit switch panel. One red anticollision beacon
Operational test of modes. Place all mode switches is located on the upper surface of the fuselage, af t of
in the modes not being tested in OUT. Then select the canopy and the other is located on the lower

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surface of the fuselage. When operating, the Landing and Taxi Lights Switch
anticollision beacons display a red rotating light.
The landing and taxi lights switch (Figure 1-7, 33)
The red passing light, located in the nose section,
has three positions: LANDING, OFF, and TAXI.
indicates the position of the landing gear and also
The f lush-mounted landing light in each wing is
operates as a frontal anticollision beacon when the
extended and turned on when the switch is in
landing gear obscures vision of the lower anticolli-
LANDING. In OFF, the landing lights are
sion beacon. If the landing gear is down and locked,
retracted f lush with the wings and are automati-
the passing light will be f lashing. If the landing
cally turned off. In TAXI, the taxi light in the nose
gear is not down and locked, the passing light will
section is turned on. The landing and taxi lights
be steadily illuminated.
receive their power from the DC bus and are pro-
tected by a circuit breaker.
Position Lights Switch
INTERIOR LIGHTING
The position lights switch (Figure 1-8, 3) has three Interior lighting equipment includes two utility
positions: STROBE and POS LT, OFF and POS LT lights, f ive secondary instrument lights, individual
ONLY. In STROBE and POS LT, the strobe lights instrument lights and edge lighting for the switch
are controlled by a f lasher and will f lash intermit- panel, radio control panels, oxygen regulators, por-
tently. The lights receive their power from the DC tions of the lef t instrument panel, lower portion of
bus and are protected by a circuit breaker. the stationary instrument panel, and the inter-
phone control panels located on either side of the
Anticollision Beacon Lights Switch cockpit. Intensity for all lighting equipment except
the two utility lights is controlled by four rheostats.
The anticollision beacon lights switch (Figure 1-8,
4), controls the operation of the two red anticollision
beacons and the red passing light. The lights
receive their power from the DC bus and are pro-
tected by a circuit breaker.

Figure 1-30.

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Primary Flight Instrument Lights Rheostat Warning Lights Dimming Switch

The primary f light instrument lights rheostat (Fig- The warning lights dimming switch (Figure 1-8, 2),
ure 1-6, 13), controls the intensity of the compass, has three positions: BRIGHT, DIM, and NEUTRAL.
clock and all of the f light instruments including the It is spring-loaded to NEUTRAL. The switch con-
trols the intensity of all the warning lights, elevator
course indicator on aircraf t 2 . The rheostat trim tab light, landing gear indicator lights, gravity
receives its power from the 5V AC, single-phase fuel indicator light, and fuel boost pump warning
bus. light. The circuit receives its power from the DC
Flight Instrument (AC) Lights Rheostat (TCTO 1T- bus, and on aircraf t 1 , is protected by the same
37B-587) circuit breaker that protects the primary f light
instrument lights circuit, and on aircraf t 2 , is
The f light instrument (AC) lights rheostat, adjacent protected by an individual circuit breaker.
to the switch panel, controls the lighting to the
standby compass, DME display, both altimeters and
.
NOTE
both attitude indicators. Linked to the rheostat is a
switch which provides electrical power for the warn- The f ire and overheat warning, can-
ing light dimming circuit and the indicator lights opy-not-locked, engine ice, gear posi-
dimming circuit, whenever the rheostat is turned tion indicator, and boost pump lights
on. The rheostat receives 6V AC from a step down will illuminate bright when pressed-to-
transformer. test. The fuel low level, elevator trim,
gravity feed, and gear handle warning
Primary Instrument Lights Rheostat light will illuminate dim when
pressed-to-test.
The primary instrument lights rheostat (Figure 1-6,
14), controls the intensity for the edge lighting of
. The primary f light instrument light
rheostat must be on before the dim-
the switch panel and parts of the lef t instrument ming circuit will function. An interrup-
panel and lower portion of the stationary instru- tion in DC power (such as turning the
ment panel on aircraf t 2 , course indicator on battery and generator switches OFF)
aircraft 1 , f lap position indicator, both oxygen will return the warning lights to
regulators, accelerometer, and all the engine and bright.
pressure instruments. Power comes from the DC
bus. UTILITY LIGHT
Flight and Engine Instruments (DC) Lights Rheostat Two utility lights (Figure 1-3, 4, 14) provide a
(TCTO 1T-37B-587) portable light source for each pilot. They can be
used as either a source of white or red light, and are
The f light and engine instruments (DC) lights rheo- adjustable as either a spot or a f loodlight.
stat, located af t of the f light instrument (AC) lights
Rheostat, controls the lighting to all edge lighted CANOPY
panels to include both oxygen control panels, all
cockpit engine, f light and pressure instrumenta- A clear plastic canopy covers the entire cockpit area.
tion, except for those listed in the paragraph above. During taxiing operation, the canopy may be lef t
The rheostat receives power from the DC bus. open but must be down and locked prior to takeoff.
The canopy can be jettisoned in f light or while the
Secondary Instrument Lights Rheostat aircraft is on the ground.

The secondary instrument lights rheostat (Figure 1-


6, 15) controls the intensity of the f ive lights under CAUTION
the glare shield that illuminate the instrument
panel. Power comes from the DC bus.
The canopy must be down and locked
before takeoff and during f light. To
Radio Lights Rheostat
prevent damage or accidental jettison-
The radio lights rheostat (Figure 1-2, 9) controls the ing, the canopy must not be opened
intensity of the edge lighting for the UHF command after landing until the aircraf t has
radio control panel, NAV/DME control panel and slowed below 40 KIAS.
the interphone control panels located on either side
of the cockpit. Power is supplied by the DC bus and The canopy is opened or closed electrically by an
the circuit is protected by the same circuit breaker internal canopy control switch (Figure 1-6, 16) or by
that protects the primary instrument lights circuit. an external canopy switch (Figure 1-31, 6).

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During canopy jettisoning, gas pressure automati- the ground. The switch receives power directly from
cally unlocks the down locks. To jettison the canopy, the battery when the battery switch is off. The
pull the external canopy jettison T-handle (Figure switch receives power from the DC bus through the
1-31, 2) located on the lef t wall, af t of the pilot’s battery when the battery switch is on and the DC
oxygen regulator. The canopy is also jettisoned dur- bus is energized by the generators.
ing the ejection sequence.
NOTE
WARNING The microswitch on the right main
landing gear affects the operation of
the canopy only when the external can-
If the canopy is jettisoned by use of the opy circuit switch is in the internal
hand grips and triggers, the seat will position.
eject approximately 1/3 of a second
after the canopy.

EMERGENCY CANOPY CONTROL SWITCH


NOTE
The emergency canopy control switch (Figure 1-6,
The thruster quick-disconnects must 17), is located on the center control quadrant. The
be properly mated or the canopy may switch has two positions, OFF (down-cover closed)
fail to jettison due to a loss of gas and ON (up-cover open). A guard, marked EMER-
pressure. GENCY CANOPY, covers the switch. The guard is
safety wired in the closed position. The switch
receives power from the battery.

EXTERNAL CANOPY CIRCUIT SWITCH Emergency canopy opening is accomplished by


releasing the canopy downlock handles and placing
The external canopy circuit switch (Figure 1-31, 5) the emergency canopy control switch ON. The can-
has two positions: EXTERNAL and INTERNAL. opy will then electrically open regardless of the
EXTERNAL disconnects the internal canopy switch position of any other switch in the canopy control
from the circuit and allows normal operation of the system.
external canopy switch. INTERNAL allows canopy
operation through the internal canopy control
.
NOTE
switches. In this position, the canopy will move to
the full open position if the canopy is unlocked and The emergency canopy control switch
battery power, APU power or aircraf t power is may also be used to open the canopy if
available. This switch must be in INTERNAL for all normal canopy opening procedures are
ineffective.
.
normal operations.
The emergency canopy control switch
and the internal canopy switch are
INTERNAL CANOPY CIRCUIT SWITCH
protected by the same circuit breaker
which is not accessible from the cock-
The internal canopy control switch (Figure 1-6, 16) pit. Therefore, if the canopy does not
has two positions: OPEN and CLOSED, and is open when the downlock handle is
spring-loaded to OPEN. With the canopy closed and placed af t, the emergency canopy
locked, moving either canopy downlock handle fully switch may also be inoperative.
aft will automatically open the canopy. To close and
lock the canopy, this switch must be held in
CLOSED until the canopy downlock handle is for-
ward and locks the canopy. CANOPY DOWNLOCK HANDLES

Travel limit switches within the canopy actuator The canopy downlock handles (Figure 1-3, 1, 15) are
automatically disengages the actuator motor when interconnected to permit manually locking and
travel to the full open or closed position is reached. unlocking the canopy from either the pilot’s or
The switch is deactivated by a microswitch on the instructor’s seat. Moving either handle fully for-
canopy downlock handles whenever they are moved ward locks the canopy. Before the canopy can be
from the full af t position, and by a microswitch on opened or closed normally, the canopy downlock
the right main landing gear whenever the gear is off handles must be moved fully af t.

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CANOPY-NOT-LOCKED WARNING LIGHT not available or when electrical opening or jettison-


ing is not desired. Use the canopy declutch T-handle
The red, canopy-not-locked warning light (Figure 1- in the following manner:
7, 9) illuminates when the DC bus is energized and
the canopy downlock handles are not fully forward.
CAUTION
CAUTION
If time and condition permit, install
seat and canopy jettison T-handle
The light will go out whether or not the safety pins before opening the canopy
canopy is down and locked as long as with the declutch system. This will
the handles are fully forward. prevent inadvertently actuating the
canopy jettison T-handle or the ejec-
tion seat hand grips during declutch
EXTERNAL CANOPY SWITCHES
operations.
A single three-position toggle switch (Figure 1-31,
6) adjacent to the external canopy circuit switch
(Figure 1-31, 5), is used to open and close the 1. Open the manual canopy release door.
canopy. The toggle switch is spring-loaded to the
2. Position the external canopy circuit switch to
center (OFF) position and must be held in OPEN or
EXTERNAL.
CLOSE until the canopy has traveled to the desired
position. If the external circuit switch (Figure 1-31, 3. Place downlock handles fully af t.
5) is in INTERNAL, the external canopy control
switch is inoperative. The switch uses DC power
from the battery. CAUTION

CANOPY JETTISON T-HANDLE


Do not confuse the canopy
The canopy jettison T-handle (Figure 1-31, 2 and DECLUTCH T-handle with the canopy
Figure 1-3, 5) permits the pilot to jettison the can- JETTISON T-handle.
opy from the cockpit when seat ejection is not con-
templated or for a ground crew to jettison the can-
opy for emergency entrance to the cockpit. The 4. Pull and hold declutch T-handle located just
canopy jettison T-handle will function regardless of inside the canopy manual release door and lif t
the position of the canopy or downlock handles. canopy open.

AUXILIARY POWER UNIT (APU) CANOPY SWITCH 5. Release the declutch T-handle to hold canopy
open.
The APU canopy switch in the lef t nose compart-
ment of the aircraf t allows the canopy to be opened
or closed using an auxiliary power unit. WARNING
NOTE
Due to the weight of the canopy, two
This system is normally a mainte- crew members are normally required
nance function. to open and close the canopy manually.

CANOPY DECLUTCH T-HANDLE


6. To close the canopy manually, hold canopy
The canopy declutch T-handle (Figure 1-31, 4 and and pull the declutch T-handle gently, lowering
Figure 1-3, 3) is provided for use when DC power is canopy until closed.

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Figure 1-31.

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decision to select 100 percent oxygen


COCKPIT AIR CONDITIONING, VENTI- and VENT.
LATING, AND DEFROSTING SYSTEM
NOTE COCKPIT AIR CONDITIONING CONTROLS
The defrosting system should be oper- Cockpit Air Temperature Control Switch
ated at the highest temperature possi-
ble (consistent with the pilot’s comfort) Temperature of the air admitted to the cockpit is
during high altitude f light in order to controlled by a four-position cockpit air temperature
provide sufficient preheating of the control switch (Figure 1-33, 5).
windshield and canopy surfaces to pre-
clude the formation of frost or fog dur- AUTOMATIC: temperature is controlled
ing descent. with the rheostat.
OFF: modulating valve is f ixed; temper-
ature cannot be changed.
The air conditioning system (Figure 1-32) uses
bleed air from the engine compressors for heating or HOT: increases temperature.
cooling the cockpit. Bleed air from each engine
compressor passes through check valves and a man- COLD: decreases temperature.
ually operated shutoff valve to a modulating valve.
The modulating valve diverts a selected amount of The switch is spring-loaded to OFF from HOT or
air through a heat exchanger and then a refrigera- COLD. The switch receives power through the dc
tion unit. Bleed air and refrigerated air are then bus.
mixed in the mixing muff and pass through a water
separator where moisture is condensed from the air.
The air enters the cockpit at a preselected tempera- CAUTION
ture through air outlets on the glare shield. These
air outlets are located in the area just forward of the Do not store articles behind the ejec-
feet along each side of the cockpit and on each side tion seats of aircraf t with tail numbers
of the instructor’s quadrant. The air conditioning 56-3492 to 58-1918. These aircraf t
system is powered by the dc bus and the 115 Vac have bleed air ducting behind the ejec-
single-phase bus. tion seats that may damage or burn
articles stored there.

NOTE
WARNING
If ac power is lost, the automatic tem-
. The refrigeration turbine bearing may
perature control system will be inoper-
ative, and the manual HOT or COLD
fail in f light. This is usually recog- position must be selected to maintain a
nized by noise, vibrations, and smoke desired cockpit temperature.
in the cockpit. Selecting VENT will
alleviate the condition.
. In the event of refrigeration turbine
Cockpit Air Temperature Control Rheostat
bearing failure, undetectable toxic The rheostat (Figure 1-33, 4) controls cockpit air
fumes may be present which could only when the cockpit air temperature switch is in
incapacitate the pilot. Do not delay the AUTOMATIC and ac power is available.

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Cockpit Air Lever NOTE


With the lever in AIR COND, bleed air enters the The cockpit air lever should be in AIR
air conditioning system. If air condition is not COND during f lights in rainy weather
desired, position the cockpit air lever (Figure 1-33, and while the aircraf t is not in use to
3) to VENT. This shuts off the bleed air to the air prevent the collection of water in the
conditioning system and opens the ram air system. ram air valve.
Ram air and conditioned air cannot be selected at
the same time. Air Control Knob
A manually operated air control knob (Figure 1-33,
WARNING 2), is labeled PUSH-BODY and PULL-FOOT. When
either knob is pulled out, it directs conditioned air
or ram air to the area just forward of the feet. With
Always place the cockpit air lever to
the knob pushed in, air is directed to the piccolo
VENT during engine starting to pre-
tubes. Either knob may be placed in any intermedi-
vent harmful fumes and/or smoke from
ate position to permit distribution of air from both
entering the cockpit.
outlets at the same time.

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Figure 1-32. (Sheet 2 of 2)

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Figure 1-33.

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AIR OUTLETS air conditioning ducting located under


the instrument panel; causing an
The swivel-type outlets (Figure 1-2, 1) can be explosive sound with considerable heat
adjusted to direct air in any direction. Each duct in the cockpit. If this occurs, place the
can be regulated or shut off completely by a valve cockpit air lever in VENT.
located in each air outlet.
OXYGEN SYSTEM
DEFROSTING SYSTEM
The oxygen system has two supply cylinders with
Part of the bleed air from the engines is used for an original charge pressure of 425 (±25) psi (full).
windshield and canopy defrosting (Figure 1-32). The They are located in the forward part of the tailcone.
bleed air enters the defrosting system through a Two type MD-1 demand regulators are located on
manually controlled defrost shutoff valve. Cockpit the lower outboard edges of the instrument panel.
air is then mixed with the hot air, and released from These regulators automatically control pressure
outlets along the bottom and center of either side of and quantity to the pilot’s face masks according to
the windshield and on the forward edge of the cockpit altitude requirements. a pressure gage and
canopy. f low indicator are included as part of the regulator
assemblies. A f iller valve located on the upper lef t
side of the tailcone af t of the wing is used to
Windshield and Canopy Defrost Knob replenish the supply. Refer to servicing diagram,
Figure 1-10. Approximate duration of the oxygen
The windshield and canopy defrost knob (Figure 1- supply is shown in Figure 1-34.
33, 1), controls the amount of defrosting air entering

.
the cockpit. Pulling the knob out increases defrost- NOTE
ing. Heat for defrosting will not be available unless As the aircraf t ascends to high
the cockpit air lever is in AIR COND. altitudes where the temperature is
normally quite low, the oxygen
NORMAL OPERATION OF COCKPIT cylinders become chilled. This may
result in a rapid decrease in pressure.
AIRCONDITIONING SYSTEM A rapid fall in oxygen pressure while
the aircraf t is in level f light or while it
1. Cockpit air lever AIR COND. is descending, is not ordinarily due to
falling temperature, of course. When
2. Cockpit air temperature control switch this happens, leakage or loss of oxygen
AUTOMATIC. must be suspected.

3. Cockpit air temperature control rheostat


. The variance in duration with altitude,
with the diluter lever at 100%
DESIRED TEMPERATURE.
OXYGEN, is a function of the amount
of oxygen it takes to f ill the lungs; i.e.,
4. Air control knob DESIRED at 25,000 feet it takes approximately
POSITION. one-half as much oxygen to f ill the
lungs as at sea level. With the diluter
lever in NORMAL, the duration is a
WARNING function of both the amount of oxygen
required to f ill the lungs and the
If cockpit temperature cannot be amount of mixing with ambient air
controlled and the cockpit becomes accomplished by the regulator.
excessively hot, place the cockpit air
lever to VENT. If this action does not
maintain the temperature within
tolerable limits, it may be necessary to
jettison the canopy.

CAUTION

Placing the cockpit air lever in AIR


COND while the engines are at a high
RPM, may cause a separation of the

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Figure 1-34.

OXYGEN REGULATORS OFF. This closes the ambient air port


and oxygen supply outlet valve port of
The demand oxygen regulators (Figure 1-35) mix the regulator helping to keep it clean.
air with oxygen in varying amounts according to
cockpit altitude and deliver a quantity of mixture . For extended solo f light above FL 200,
each time the users inhale. The regulators supply the right oxygen supply lever must be
positive pressure breathing above approximately off.
28,000 feet. This pressure automatically changes
with altitude. Emergency Lever
NOTE The emergency lever (Figure 1-35, 1) is marked
Pressure breathing may occur below EMERGENCY, NORMAL, and TEST MASK. The
28, 000 feet MSL. Enter this condition lever is spring-loaded from TEST MASK only. In
in Form 781. TEST MASK, the positive pressure will be delivered
to the mask. The lever will automatically return to
NORMAL when released. Positioning the lever to
OXYGEN SYSTEM REGULATOR LEVERS EMERGENCY causes continuous positive pressure
Diluter Lever to be delivered to the mask. Moving the lever to
NORMAL will return the system to normal
Each oxygen regulator panel incorporates a diluter operation.
lever. The lever (Figure 1-35, 3) is located on the
lower portion of the regulator. This lever is used to NOTE
select NORMAL OXYGEN or 100% OXYGEN. The oxygen masks can be tested at any
NORMAL allows the normal f low of air and oxygen altitude by placing the emergency
to the mask at all altitudes. When the lever is in lever to EMERGENCY.
100% OXYGEN, cockpit air is shut off and only
100% oxygen enters the mask.
Prism

.
NOTE A prism (Figure 1-35, 6) is installed to present the
Whenever an oxygen regulator is not pilot and instructor the f low indicator at eye level.
used, the diluter lever shall be in 100% This enables the pilots to see the f low indicator
and the supply lever positioned to without lowering their heads.

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Supply Lever 2) are separate. As oxygen f lows from the regulator,


the f low indicator blinks.
The supply lever (Figure 1-35, 5) has two positions,
ON and OFF. When the lever is ON, oxygen may
enter the regulator; in OFF, the oxygen supply is OXYGEN HOSE HOOK UP
cut off.
The lef t seat oxygen regulator has a metal guard Proper attachment of the oxygen mask connector is
installed above the ON-OFF supply lever. This extremely important to ensure that:
guard prevents inadvertent shutoffs of the lever
when moving the landing gear lever down. 1. The oxygen hose does not become accidentally
disconnected during f light resulting in loss of oxy-
NOTE gen supply to a crew member.
If the supply lever is turned OFF with 2. The oxygen hose does not prevent quick sepa-
the diluter lever in 100% OXYGEN, ration from the seat during ejection.
the f low of both aircraf t oxygen and 3. The oxygen hose does not fail during ejection
ambient air is cut off. On aircraf t causing injury to the crew member.
modified with the CRU-73A regulator,
there is an interlock between the sup-
ply lever and the diluter lever. If the WARNING
supply lever is inadvertently turned
OFF, the diluter lever is automatically
positioned to 100% OXYGEN. The oxygen hose should be routed
under the right shoulder harness. This
helps to keep the shoulder harness
OXYGEN SYSTEM REGULATOR INDICATORS clear of the connector and prevents the
harness from being snagged between
Pressure Gage and Flow Indicator the connector and its mounting plate
during seat separation.
With MD-1 regulators, the oxygen pressure gage
(Figure 1-35, 4) and the f low indicator (Figure 1-35,

Figure 1-35.

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OXYGEN SYSTEM PREFLIGHT CHECK valve is obstructed, defective or improperly


seated and should be corrected or replaced.
Refer to Figure 1-36 for the correct method of oxy- With the diluter lever in 100% oxygen, place
gen hose attachment. Both crew members should the supply lever to OFF. Attempt to draw air
complete the following pref light check: through the oxygen mask. The ability to draw
air indicates a defective diluter valve, oxygen
P - PRESSURE - The pressure gage should read 425 hose or faulty connections or mask and should
(±25) psi (System Full) and should agree approx- be corrected or replaced before f light. Next,
imately with the other regulator pressure gage. place the supply lever to ON and the diluter
lever to NORMAL.

NOTE
Oxygen quantity requirements will be I - INDICATOR - With the diluter lever in 100%
established by the using command. OXYGEN, check blinker for normal operation.

C - CONNECTIONS - Check connection secure at


R - REGULATOR - Check Regulator ON and the the seat. Check regulator hose for kinks, cuts or
diluter lever in 100% OXYGEN. Hook up your cover fraying. Check that the quick-disconnect
mask and perform a pressure check. Place the is not warped and the rubber gasket is in place.
emergency lever to EMERGENCY, take a deep A 12- to 20-pound pull should be required to
breath and hold it. If mask leakage occurs, separate the two parts. Check mask hose prop-
readjust mask and reaccomplish the check. The erly installed to connector.
oxygen should stop f lowing. If the mask
appears to be properly f itted but the oxygen
continues f lowing, the regulator, hose or valve E - EMERGENCY - Check emergency oxygen cylin-
is not holding pressure and the cause of the der (if used) properly connected and a minimum
leak should be corrected. Return the emergency pressure of 1800 psi. (Pressure gage must be
lever to NORMAL. If you cannot exhale, the checked during parachute pref light.)

Figure 1-36.

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EJECTION SEATS
. Before lowering seat, check area for
objects that would prevent the hand-
grips from lowering with seat, result-
Ejection seats (Figure 1-37) are installed in the ing in arming of the seat.
aircraft. The ejection seats will catapult the occu-
pants clear of the aircraf t at any speed, altitude or . After the handgrips have been raised,
attitude. Each seat accommodates a back-type para- purposely or otherwise, no attempt
chute, and is provided with an inertial reel-type should be made to place the handgrips
shoulder harness, an automatic opening safety belt, back down. The handgrips are held in
and a seat-man separator. Each seat is manually the up position by means of a mechani-
adjusted up or down by actuating a seat adjustment cal lock. In the event of damaged f iring
lever (Figure 1-37, 6). Each seat has an emergency devices, any movement of the hand-
disconnect unit on the lower right side, containing a grips or trigger might jettison the seat
communication lead and the oxygen hose and a or cause injury.
quick disconnect plate on the lef t side containing
the canopy initiator hose. both automatically dis-
connect at the time of seat ejection. All seats have a EJECTION SEAT HANDGRIPS
canopy piercer on top of the seat to break the
canopy for through-the-canopy ejection capability. When the handgrips (Figure 1-37, 3) are raised to
the full up position, they lock there exposing the
seat ejection triggers and locking the shoulder har-
ness. Both handgrips are interconnected and will
WARNING raise together.

. Safety pins are inserted above the SEAT EJECTION TRIGGER


right handgrip of each seat and in the
canopy jettison T-handle on the lef t The seat ejection triggers (Figure 1-37, 8) are
side of the cockpit when the aircraf t is located within both ejection seat handgrips on each
on the ground. During extensive main- seat and are accessible only when the handgrips are
tenance, ground crews also install in the full up position. Squeezing either trigger
safety pins for seat and canopy initia- initiates canopy jettisoning and seat ejection. The
tors under the seat, the safety belt/ seat will eject approximately one-third of a second
man-seat separator initiator behind after the trigger(s) are squeezed. Should the canopy
the seat and the canopy remover at the fail to jettison, no injury should result because of a
top of the canopy activator mechanism. through-the-canopy ejection provided the visor is
If any of the pins with the exception of down.
the safety belt/man-seat separator are
left in place, canopy jettisoning and/or
seat ejection are prevented. WARNING
. The handgrip safety pins do not safety
Both triggers should be squeezed
the canopy jettison system if the can-
opy jettison T-handle is pulled. simultaneously when possible. If only

. You must check that the seat catches


one trigger is squeezed, the f ingers of
the opposite hand must not be between
have engaged af ter a seat has been the handgrip and the trigger since this
adjusted up or down. If the catches are may cause the seat to fail to f ire.
not engaged, the seat may not eject
from the aircraf t during ejection or
may inadvertently move during f light. SHOULDER HARNESS LOCKING LEVER
. Do not use any additional seat cush- The locking lever (Figure 1-37, 2) provides for man-
ions except those which are furnished ual control of the shoulder harness locking feature.
with the aircraf t. If additional seat When the shoulder harness is UNLOCKED, an
cushions are used, serious spinal inju- inertia reel will automatically lock it when a sudden
ries can result when the ejection force deceleration force of approximately two to three Gs
compresses the cushions, enabling the is applied. If the locking lever is placed in LOCKED
seat to gain considerable momentum while the occupant is leaning forward, the inertia
before exerting a direct force on the reel will automatically retract slack harness with
pilot or instructor. Chance of injury each af t movement of the occupant until the fully
during forced landing is also increased. retracted position has been reached.

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Figure 1-37.

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SEAT-MAN SEPARATOR unless the parachute arming knob is


pulled.
A seat-man separator (Figure 1-37, 9) on each seat
provides automatic and positive separation of the
HBU-12/B AUTOMATIC LAP BELT
seat and occupant af ter ejection from the aircraf t.
The separator is actuated by a 1-second delay initia- The HBU-12/B automatic lap belt consists of two
tor (Figure 1-37, 12), mounted on the seat back. halves. The lef t half contains the manual release
After ejection, the separator winds up the strap assembly. The right half contains the automatic-
attached to the separator and seat bottom, separat- disconnect link assembly which is used to couple the
ing the seat and occupant. A guide (Figure 1-37, 10), shoulder harness straps and gold/silver key to the
ensures proper alignment of the strap to prevent lap belt. The HBU-12/B safety belt has a PUSH-
jamming of the separator. PULL release mechanism that can be actuated by
the f ingers or palm of either hand. To open the
AUTOMATIC OPENING SAFETY BELTS buckle, push the lock-out lever to expose the tongue
unlocking lever which is then pulled in the opposite
AND AUTOMATIC OPENING direction, releasing the tongue of the buckle.
PARACHUTES The HBU-12/B requires the use of a new parachute
arming lanyard (Silver Key).
AUTOMATIC OPENING SAFETY BELTS

In order to provide a quick separation from the seat CAUTION


after ejection, an automatic safety belt release
mechanism is incorporated in each ejection seat.
The system consists of a trigger, a safety belt The gold/silver key, with its metal
release initiator, ballistics tubing, and an automatic tabs, can easily become entangled with
opening safety belt. The safety belt initiator is trig- various parts of the aircraf t and could
gered by the seat as it leaves the aircraf t; af ter a 1- result in accidentally deploying the
second delay, the initiator f ires and the expanding parachute. When entering and exiting
gas operates the safety belt automatic opening the aircraf t, ensure the gold/silver key
mechanism. Upon automatic opening of the belt, is secured to the parachute strap.
only the shoulder harness will be released; the
parachute arming lanyard will be securely attached Automatic Operation
to the safety belt and to the seat, leaving the occu-
pant free to separate from the seat. The automatic Automatic operation of the lap belt is accomplished
opening feature of the parachute is activated by the by gas pressure supplied at ejection from an auto-
occupant’s separation from the seat. If the safety matically controlled initiator to disconnect the belt
belt is opened manually, the parachute arming lan- link tongue from the right half of the seat belt. The
yard anchor will not be retained to pull the para- belt link torque remains engaged with the manual
chute arming lanyard. release assembly (lef t half of belt) as it separates
from the right half of the belt. The shoulder harness
loops slip off the link end of the belt link tongue and
the gold/silver key remains locked in the manual
WARNING
release assembly to initiate automatic parachute
. Do not open the automatic safety belt
opening via the parachute arming lanyard.

Manual Operation
prior to ejection, regardless of altitude.
Manually opening the safety belt prior
Manual operation is accomplished by pushing the
to ejection creates a hazardous condi-
lock-out lever, then pulling the tongue unlocking
tion since immediate seat-man separa-
lever. This action will disengage the belt link
tion would occur thus exposing the
tongue.
body to excessive decelerative forces.
This could result in the parachute pack
being blown open and injuries caused
by a high opening shock of the para- WARNING
chute. The seat-man mass will deceler-
ate at a more acceptable rate. Manual Manual operation of the automatic lap
separation also negates automatic fea- belt during ejection will override the
tures of the parachute.
. If the automatic opening safety belt is
automatic opening feature upon seat
separation.
opened manually, the automatic para-
chute release will not be actuated Refer to Figure 1-38 for detailed illustration.

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Figure 1-38.

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TO LOCK THE SAFETY BELT, PROCEED AS device is set according to instructions contained in
FOLLOWS: applicable technical publications and as aircraf t
f light areas dictate.
1. Insert the belt link tongue successively
through the right and lef t shoulder harness loops The chain of events in the release mechanism is
and the slot in the gold/silver key above the f lange. activated by the parachute arming lanyard which is
attached to the automatic opening safety belt by a
metal parachute arming lanyard anchor for auto-
WARNING matic operation. An orange knob is attached to the
parachute arming lanyard for manual operation.
Upon separation from the seat, the parachute arm-
The parachute arming lanyard must ing lanyard remains attached to the safety belt,
be routed outside the parachute har- activating the release mechanism. When activated
ness and not fouled in any equipment above the preset altitude, the parachute will remain
to permit clean separation from the closed until the preset altitude is reached then
seat. open. When the release mechanism is activated
below the preset altitude, the parachute will open
NOTE after the number of seconds delay set on the timer.
The parachute is equipped with a parachute ripcord
The gold/silver key must be slipped handle for opening the parachute manually.
over the belt link tongue last and
pressed into the manual release
assembly base in order to lock the WARNING
latch.
For automatic parachute deployment:
2. While holding the tongue unlocking lever 1. The automatic safety belt initiator pin
open, insert the belt link tongue fully into the must be removed.
buckle; release the tongue unlocking lever and the
lock-out lever to lock the belt halves together. 2. The parachute arming lanyard
anchor must be fastened to the safety
3. Manual Release Assembly - Locked and belt.
checked.
3. The safety belt must open
TO MANUALLY UNLOCK SAFETY BELT, PRO- automatically.
CEED AS FOLLOWS:
If any one of the above conditions are
1. Push open the lock-out lever, then pull open not met, the parachute arming knob
the tongue unlocking lever to release the belt link must be pulled for automatic para-
tongue. chute deployment.
2. Gold key and shoulder harness loops slip off
.
NOTE
the belt link tongue.
The automatic opening parachute can
be opened manually at any time by
pulling the parachute ripcord handle.
WARNING
. Either the parachute ripcord handle or
the parachute arming knob must be
If belt is released manually during pulled to open the parachute. Use the
ejection, automatic parachute opening ripcord handle below 14,000 feet and
will not occur upon seat separation. the parachute arming knob above
14, 000 feet.
AUTOMATIC OPENING PARACHUTES
ONE AND ZERO SYSTEM
The ejection seats are designed to utilize a back-
type automatic opening parachute. Automatic In order to provide an improved low altitude escape
release from the seat following ejection and auto- capability, a system incorporating a 1-second safety
matic opening of the parachute results in quicker belt delay and a 0-second parachute delay (ONE
deployment of the parachute. In order to accomplish AND ZERO system) is provided for ejection seat
automatic opening, the parachute is equipped with escape. This system (Figure 1-39) makes use of a
an automatic ripcord release mechanism. An ane- detachable zero delay lanyard attached to the para-
roid device and timer are incorporated in the chute arming knob. When the hook on the other end
release mechanism to pull the ripcord when the of the zero delay lanyard is attached to the para-
preset altitude is reached. The parachute timer is chute ripcord handle, the automatic timer is
preset for the number of seconds delay. The aneroid bypassed and upon separation from the seat af ter

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ejection, the parachute ripcord handle is pulled 3. Disconnect af ter passing through 10,000 feet
immediately without any delay. A stowage ring is pressure altitude when this altitude will be
provided to stow the hook when it is not attached to exceeded for prolonged periods.
the parachute ripcord handle.
4. Connect prior to initial approach f ix for pene-
tration descent or prior to 10,000 feet pressure
WARNING altitude during enroute descent.
NOTE
The emergency minimum ejection alti- If operating above terrain over 8,000
tudes specif ied for 1-second safety belt feet high, the 0-delay lanyard should
and 0-second parachute setting apply be connected any time the aircraf t is
when the zero delay lanyard is within 2,000 feet of the terrain.
attached to the parachute ripcord han-
dle and the parachute arming lanyard
anchor is attached to the automatic EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT SURVIVAL
opening safety belt. KIT
In some aircraf t, a survival kit is used in lieu of the
seat cushion. The kit contains such items as f lares,
Refer to section III for additional information and radio, f irst aid kit, whistle, insect repellent, and
seat ejection procedures. space blanket.

ZERO-DELAY LANYARD CONNECTION MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT


REQUIREMENTS
MAP CASE
The 0-delay parachute lanyard will be connected A map case (Figure 1-3, 9), is located between the
and disconnected as follows: ejection seats just af t of the instructor’s quadrant.
An additional compartment is provided on the right
1. Connect prior to takeoff.
side of the cockpit. Safety pin storage compartments
2. Leave connected at all times below 10,000 feet are located on both sides of the cockpit as part of the
pressure altitude including f lights in which 10,000 upholstery. A box in the right-hand nose section is
feet may be temporarily exceeded. also provided for safety pin storage.

Figure 1-39.

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REAR-VISION MIRROR such as when the canopy fails to jettison. To remove


the knife, f irst pull the pin at the end of the knife
Adjustable rear-vision mirrors are mounted on the handle.
inner surface of the canopy just af t of the canopy
bow. Mirrors are provided for both the pilot’s and
instructor’s side of the canopy. PARACHUTE SUPPORT BLOCKS

CANOPY BREAKER Parachute support blocks are provided to support


the parachute when the pilot or instructor is seated
A canopy breaker knife (Figure 1-40) is mounted in in the ejection seat. Any number of parachute sup-
a bracket on the canopy bow. This knife is used for port blocks may be used in a seat to adjust the
breaking through the canopy during an emergency, parachute height to the seat occupant’s comfort.

Figure 1-40.

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SECTION II
NORMAL PROCEDURES

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Pref light Check Before Exterior Operations Check ............................................... 2-13


Inspection ............................................................ 2-1 Cruise.................................................................. 2-14
Exterior Inspection .............................................. 2-2 Descent................................................................ 2-14
Interior Inspection (All Flights).......................... 2-5 Before Landing ................................................... 2-14
Starting Engines .................................................. 2-8 Landing ............................................................... 2-14
Before Taxiing .................................................... 2-10
After Landing..................................................... 2-18
Taxiing ................................................................ 2-11
Before Takeoff .................................................... 2-11 Engines Shutdown ............................................. 2-18
Lineup ................................................................. 2-12 Before Leaving Aircraf t..................................... 2-19
Takeoff ................................................................ 2-12 Strange Field Procedures .................................. 2-19
After Takeoff ...................................................... 2-13 Checklist ............................................................. 2-20

NOTE e. Seat cushions SECURE.


Checklist items preceded by an aster-
isk (*) are challenge/response items. f. Safety belt and shoulder harness
CHECK for cuts or frayed edges.

PREFLIGHT CHECK BEFORE g. Canopy ground safety pin


REMOVED.
EXTERIOR INSPECTION
h. Upper and lower breakaway
The exterior inspection will be inf luenced to some couplings CHECK secure and
extent by the type of operation encountered, i.e., safetied together on the lef t side of
cold weather, hot weather, etc. Refer to Section VII both seats.
for additional weather information. During normal
operation, proceed as follows:
WARNING
1. Canopy downlock handle
FORWARD (locked).
If any discrepancies are noted during
inspections of the system, do not enter
2. Canopy Jettison and seat ejection
the aircraf t until the system is
system CHECK before entering
checked by a maintenance technician.
aircraft.

a. Canopy Jettison T-handle safety


pin INSTALLED. 3. Form 781 CHECK.
(See Figure 1-3, 5)
Check for status, exceptional release, fuel,
oxygen, oil and remarks pertaining to the
b. Seat handgrip safety pins
condition of the aircraf t.
INSTALLED.

c. Seat ground safety pins (2) 4. Oxygen quantity CHECK supply


REMOVED. lever on right cockpit regulator is
safetied ON. Check line connection
secure.
d. Seat-man separator CHECK for
cuts, frays and security of strap
guide. 5. Flight controls UNLOCK.

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6. Landing gear handle CHECK. c. Tire CONDITION. (No cord


visible on tire)
If the landing gear handle appears DOWN,
physically check the handle DOWN against Check tire for proper inf lation, excessive
the down stops. wear, cuts and blisters.

d. Strut EXTENSION (minimum


CAUTION 0.6 to 1.7 inches).

. If the gear handle is in the UP position


CAUTION
or clearly not down, leave it alone and
call maintenance.
. Only a small amount of landing gear
A nose strut extension of less than the
minimum may result in failure of the
handle movement is required to
nose gear to extend af ter retraction.
actuate the landing gear selector valve
to the Up position which will cause the
landing gear to retract when an engine
is started. e. Torque link CONDITION.
Check that torque link pin is properly
installed.
NOTE
Landing gear handles must be fully f. Gear safety pin REMOVE.
down in order to allow the solenoid pin
to retract from the landing gear g. Access door CLOSED and
handle. LOCKED.

3. Fuselage Forward Right Side.


7. Canopy declutch T-handle access
zipper CLOSED. a. Nose compartment door
SECURE. (Set documentary
recorder data if applicable.)
8. External canopy circuit switch
INTERNAL.
b. Right seat CHECK (for solo
f light).
EXTERIOR INSPECTION If solo f light is anticipated, check right
seat for the following:
Perform the following checks in accordance with
Figure 2-1. (1) Equipment SECURE.

1. Fuselage Forward Lef t Side. (a) Seat belt.

a. Nose compartment doors (b) Shoulder harness.


SECURE.
(c) Seat cushion.
b. Air conditioning inlets CHECK
FOR OBSTRUCTIONS. (d) Oxygen hose.

2. Nose Section. (e) Radio cord.

a. Pitot tube CHECK. (2) Oxygen regulator.


Remove pitot tube cover, check that tube
is not bent and is free of obstructions. (a) Oxygen diluter lever
100% OXYGEN.
b. Wheel well CONDITION.
(b) For extended f light above
Inspect for general condition and f luid FL200: Oxygen supply lever
leaks. OFF.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

Figure 2-1.

4. Right Engine Nacelle (Intake However, if the cap is removed, be


Section). extremely careful. Ensure that skin
contact is made with the aircraf t
a. Oil f iller door SECURE. before attempting to remove the fuel
b. Air inlet duct CHECK. cap. This will remove any static
electricity present in the aircrews’
Check that duct is free of foreign objects. clothing. Thermally expanded fuel
If oil is present, check with maintenance vapor may cause the caps to blow off
personnel prior to f light. with considerable force.
c. Engine access panels SECURE.
5. Right Main Landing Gear.
.
NOTE
a. Wheel well CONDITION. Check that probe moves up when cap
is removed. If probe is stuck down, the
b. Strut EXTENSION (1.2 to 3.2
outboard fuel cells may not have been
inches).
filled, yet the wing tank may show a
c. Gear doors CONDITION. visual indication of full.
d. Tire CONDITION. (No red cord . Install the cap so that the handle folds
visible on tire) rearward. If the handle is folded
forward, the slipstream may lif t it and
e. Gear safety pin REMOVE. loosen the cap, causing fuel siphoning
6. Right Wing. and loss of the cap.

a. Fuel tank CHECK CAP


SECURE.
b. Wing tip CONDITION.

WARNING c. Fuel vents CLEAR OF


OBSTRUCTIONS.
Removal of the fuel caps is not
required for a normal pref light. d. Trailing edge CONDITION.

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e. Flap CONDITION. 9. Empennage.

a. Vertical and horizontal stabilizers


CAUTION
CONDITION.
Do not apply any force to f lap or use
for hand-hold or step, as damage to the b. Rudder and elevator
f lap synchronizer valve may occur. CONDITION.
Check for alignment and security of
attachments. Check rudder for vertical
7. Right Engine Tailpipe play and trim tabs for security.
CONDITION.
Check the general condition of the tailpipe, CAUTION
thermocouples (if any of the thermocouples
are missing, check with maintenance prior When checking condition of elevator
to f light) and the thrust attenuator. There and rudder hinges, avoid manhandling
should be no large accumulation of oil or control surface trailing edges and
excessive amount of fuel in the tailpipe. In elevator horn. At no time should the
unmodified engines a small accumulation rudder be checked for vertical play
of oil is acceptable. However, if you have while def lected full lef t or right nor
any doubts concerning the presence of oil, should excessive force be used.
check with a qualif ied maintenance
technician before accepting the aircraf t.

10. Fuselage Lef t Side.


CAUTION

No oil leakage is acceptable on engines a. Fuel vent CLEAR OF


modified by T.O. 2J-J69-550 until OBSTRUCTIONS.
cleared by a qualif ied maintenance
technician. Modif ied engines are b. Static port CLEAR OF
identifiable in AFTO Form 781K, OBSTRUCTIONS.
Block B, Engine Data; modif ied engine
serial numbers end with the letter
alpha. They may also be identif ied by c. Oxygen f iller door SECURE.
the absence of a 1-inch hole in the af t
center of the tailpipe cone.
WARNING

Avoid contact in area around oxygen


NOTE
filler door with greasy or oily
A small amount of fuel accumulation materials (i.e., gloves, rags, etc.) as f ire
in the tailpipe is normal and does not or explosion may result when oxygen
indicate a defective fuel system. under pressure comes in contact with
oil or grease.

8. Fuselage Right Side.


11. Left Engine Tailpipe CONDITION.
a. DME dust plug CHECK Check the general condition of the tailpipe,
REMOVED. thermocouples (if any of the thermocouples
are missing, check with maintenance prior
b. Hydraulic Filler Door CHECK to f light) and the thrust attenuator. There
SECURE. should be no large accumulation of oil or
excessive amount of fuel in the tailpipe. In
unmodified engines a small accumulation
c. Static port CLEAR OF of oil is acceptable. However, if you have
OBSTRUCTIONS. any doubts concerning the presence of oil,

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check with a qualif ied maintenance 3. Survival Kit Attached and Adjusted
technician before accepting the aircraf t. (if applicable).

CAUTION WARNING

No oil leakage is acceptable on engines Survival kit must be connected to


modified by T.O. 2J-J69-550 until parachute harness prior to fastening
cleared by a qualif ied maintenance lap belt. Adjust the survival kit straps
technician. Modif ied engines are to achieve a snug f it between the
identifiable in AFTO Form 781K, crewmember and the kit. The survival
Block B, Engine Data; modif ied engine kit may fail to deploy if attaching
serial numbers end with the letter straps are not snug. Additionally,
alpha. They may also be identif ied by failure to properly tighten these straps
the absence of a 1-inch hole in the af t could result in injury or seat-man-
center of the tailpipe cone. chute entanglement during ejection
sequence. Ensure survival kit straps
12. Left Wing. are routed under and not over or
through lap belt.
a. Flap CONDITION.
b. Trailing edge CONDITION. *4. Leg and chest straps, safety belt,
shoulder harness, parachute arming
c. Fuel vents CLEAR OF lanyard anchor, emergency oxygen
OBSTRUCTIONS. cylinder, zero delay lanyard, intercom
d. Wing tip CONDITION. cord, oxygen hose, zippers and helmet
chin strap CHECK.
e. Fuel tank CHECK CAP
SECURE.
WARNING
13. Left Main Landing Gear.
a. Wheel well CONDITION. . Improper routing of personal leads
may cause inadvertent opening of the
b. Strut EXTENSION (1.2 to 3.2
safety belt latch during ejection.
inches).
c. Gear doors CONDITION.
. To permit clean separation from the
seat during ejection, the parachute
arming lanyard must be outside the
d. Tire CONDITION. (No red cord
parachute harness and not fouled on
visible on tire)
equipment.
e. Gear safety pin REMOVE.
14. Left Engine Nacelle (Intake Section). 5. Seat ADJUST.
a. Air inlet duct CHECK.
b. Oil f iller door SECURE. WARNING

c. Engine access panels


SECURE.
CHECK . Check handgrips safety pin installed
and area under seat clear of foreign
objects before adjusting seat to prevent
INTERIOR INSPECTION (ALL FLIGHTS) inadvertently raising the handgrips.

NOTE
. After adjusting seat to proper height,
ensure engagement of the seat catches
The outer edges of the canopy bow may by simultaneously pressing forward on
be very sharp. Use caution when the seat adjustment lever and jiggling
entering and exiting the aircraf t. the seat vertically until the catches are
fully engaged.
1. Control lock STOWED.
2. Required publications ON BOARD. 6. Rudder pedals ADJUST.

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7. Flight controls CHECK for free and 24. ARU-42A CAGED and LOCKED.
correct movement.
25. Fuel boost pump switch OFF.
8. Speed brake switch IN.
26. Inverter switch OFF.
27. Generator switches ON.
CAUTION
28. Pitot heat switch OFF.

The speed brake switch must be IN


during engine ground operation to WARNING
prevent damage to the thrust
attenuators and af t engine nacelle
areas. Failure to accomplish this step can
result in severe burns to ground crew
9. IP switch SOLO. members.

10. Air vents AS DESIRED. 29. Throttles CUT-OFF.


11. Landing and taxi light switch OFF. *30. Oxygen system PRICE, refer to
12. IFF antenna select switch AUTO. section I.

13. Heading indicator slaving switch 31. Interphone control panel switches
IN. SET (as desired).

14. ARU-44A CAGED and LOCKED. 32. Auxiliary power CONNECTED (if
required).
15. Vertical velocity READS ZERO.
33. Battery ON (if auxiliary power is
16. Clock SET. not used).
17. Fuel shutoff T-handles PUSH-ON.
18. Fuel system switch EMERGENCY. CAUTION

The battery switch must be turned


CAUTION OFF when auxiliary power is being
used to start the engines or damage to
If the fuel system switch is placed in the battery will result.
NORMAL and the f loat switch located
in the fuselage fuel tank is stuck, the 34. Pitot heat ON, then ___ OFF.
fuel proportioner pump will operate
(The pitot heat will be checked in
continuously when electrical power is
coordination with the ground crewchief.)
applied. If the engines are not
running, the fuel proportioner pump 35. Inverter switch SPARE, then
can supply enough pressure to damage MAIN.
the fuselage fuel tank and cause fuel to
be dumped overboard through the NOTE
fuselage vent tube. During ground operations, do not leave
the inverter switch in SPARE for more
19. Defrost knob AS REQUIRED. than 10 seconds. Prolonged use of the
20. Accelerometer RESET. spare inverter may cause the circuit
breaker to pop.
21. IFF, UHF, VOR/ILS and DME
OFF. 36. Interior lights AS REQUIRED.
22. Air conditioner SET. 37. Emergency canopy control switch
COVER CLOSED.
a. Cockpit air lever VENT.
38. Exterior lights AS REQUIRED.
b. Cockpit air temperature control
switch AUTOMATIC. a. Position lights POS LT ONLY.
c. Cockpit air temperature control b. Anticollision beacons OFF.
rheostat AS DESIRED.
39. Landing gear handle CHECK
23. Circuit breakers IN. DOWN.

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40. Landing gear warning lights and horn 50. Fuel low level warning light
CHECK OPERATION. PRESS-TO-TEST.
Press warning light test switch - lights 51. Gravity fuel light CHECK ON.
should come on in both handles. With the
warning light switch depressed, place each 52. Fuel quantity CHECK WING AND
throttle in idle, one at a time. The horn TOTAL fuel.
should sound.
NOTE
41. Landing gear position indicator lights
CHECK ON. To determine the correct amount of
fuel in the right- and lef t-wing tanks,
42. Fuel boost pump warning light place the fuel gaging selector switch in
CHECK ON. the RIGHT and LEFT position until
43. Elevator trim CHECK the fuel quantity needle stabilizes.
OPERATION AND NEUTRAL (green
light on). 53. Attitude indicators UNCAGE AND
ADJUST.
44. Aileron trim CHECK OPERATION
AND NEUTRAL (check visually). Uncage by pulling out and rotating caging
knob counterclockwise and releasing
45. Canopy-not-locked warning light gently. Adjust miniature aircraf t to
CHECK ON. coincide with horizon bar.
46. Canopy CHECK OPERATION.
NOTE
47. Engine ice warning light PRESS-
TO-TEST. The indicator should be energized for
approximately 60 seconds prior to
48. Engine f ire detect circuit TEST. uncaging.
49. Engine overheat detect circuit
TEST. *54. Loose items STOWED.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

engine starts, as this may result in


STARTING ENGINES engine damage. Should you
NOTE inadvertently select AIR while starting
engines, interrupt all DC power to the
When starting engines in cold weather aircraft. Make an appropriate entry in
(temperature 40oF or less), heated air the AFTO Form 781.

.
directed into the intake prior to the
attempted start may facilitate a Do not leave starter switch in the GND
successful engine start. position for more than 20 seconds if
there is no indication of combustion
1. Danger Areas (Figure 2-2) CLEAR (EGT Rise). Before attempting
(Fore, Af t, Sides). another start, wait one minute to allow
excess fuel to drain from engines.
2. Fuel boost pump ON.
Check with ground personnel to
3. Fuel boost pump warning light confirm there is no accumulated fuel.
OFF.
. If the engine will not start af ter three
NOTE attempts, wait ten minutes before
If the fuel boost pump warning light initiating any further starts.
fails to go out, do not start engines and
note in Form 781. . If inadvertent release of the starter
switch occurs, abort the start. Do not
reengage the starter switch until the
4. Left engine start:
RPM reaches zero. Engaging the
a. Left starter and ignition GND starter switch with other than zero
ON and hold. RPM could result in damage to the
starter/generator unit. Before
attempting another start, check with
CAUTION ground personnel to conf irm there is

. Use caution to avoid placing the


no accumulated fuel or engine f ire.

starter switch to AIR during ground

Figure 2-2.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

b. Left throttle IDLE at 8% RPM. . Pilots will not reset the voltage
regulator reset button following engine
start on either engine. If reset button
CAUTION is popped, a malfunction exists in the

. If a battery start is attempted and a


electrical system.

minimum of 8% RPM cannot be


obtained; shutdown the engine and 5. Left engine instruments CHECK.
have the battery charged, obtain a
spare battery or abort the aircraf t. Do 6. Hydraulic pressure CHECK for
not use an APU to start the engine due 1250 to 1550 PSI.
to possibility of battery damage.
. If a battery start is attempted and the
7. APU DISCONNECT (if applicable).
RPM reaches 8%, but remains less 8. Battery ON (check for loadmeter
than 10%, an APU start may be jump indicating that battery is
performed. connected to the DC bus).

CAUTION
NOTE
Use instructor’s throttle for starting so
that cut-off feature is available if After engine starter switch is released
shutdown is necessary. and checked OFF, advance throttle
until generator cuts in at
approximately 38% to 42% RPM and
check loadmeter for rise. If loadmeter
c. Left ignition RELEASE at rapid shows no rise, increase RPM up to
EGT rise. 60%. If still no loadmeter indication,
shut down both engines and write-up
d. Left starter RELEASE at 25% in Form 781.
RPM.

9. Loadmeter CHECK.
CAUTION

. Ensure that starter and ignition


10. RPM ADVANCE to 60%.

switches return to the off position 11. Right engine start:


when released. Failure of these
switches in their respective ground a. Right starter and ignition GND
and on positions will result in engine ON and hold.
damage and possible seizure.
. Because of possible RPM hang-up, a NOTE
very high EGT peak may occur if the The lef t loadmeter will normally
starter is released at 20% to 22% RPM. indicate a full scale def lection during
Holding the starter in the GND the right engine start.
position until 25% RPM will help
prevent RPM hang-up and result in a
cooler more stabilized start. b. Right throttle IDLE at 8% RPM.
. During the start, EGT peaks at
c. Right ignition RELEASE at
approximately the same time idle RPM
rapid EGT rise.
is attained. If RPM is slow to increase
during start, a high EGT peak should
d. Right starter RELEASE at 25%
be anticipated.
. If EGT rapidly approaches 780oC
RPM.

during start, shutdown engine, obtain 12. Left engine Reduce to IDLE.
APU and attempt second start. If EGT
exceeds 780oC during any start, shut 13. Right engine instruments CHECK.
engine down immediately and abort
the aircraf t. Note in Form 781. 14. Right loadmeter CHECK.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

BEFORE TAXIING (Figure 2-3)


. The AN/ARN-l27 VOR/ILS receiver is
solid state and requires no warm-up
time.
WARNING
6. DME SELF TEST (optional).
Carbon monoxide contamination is
possible during ground operations. NOTE
This contamination may be caused by
your own or other aircraf t engine
exhaust.
. (AVQ-75 only)
The DME should remain in STBY for
one minute prior to operating or
performing checks.
1. Anticollision beacons ON. . Checks of f light and navigation
instruments should be performed in
2. Fuel system NORMAL. accordance with procedures described
in AFMAN 11-217. Aircrews may use
3. IFF STANDBY. the VOR/ILS and DME self-test
features outlined in section I, but only
4. UHF ON. the VOR/ILS self-test may be
substituted for the AFMAN 11-217
5. VOR/ILS ON/CHECK (optional). check. The DME should be checked in
accordance with AFMAN 11-217
procedures.
.
NOTE
If the RMI needle(s) start to spin
rapidly, turn off the VOR until the 7. Cockpit air AIR CONDITION.
spinning stops, then return to ON.
Repeat if necessary. 8. Speed brake CHECK OPERATION.

Figure 2-3.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

9. Flaps FULL DOWN, FULL UP, 14. IFF SELF TEST


50%.
15. UHF Radio CHECK OPERATION.

.
NOTE
16. Chocks REMOVED.
Verify operation of spoilers, f laps,
speed brake, and thrust attenuators
with the ground crew. TAXIING
. RPM may have to be increased above Observe the following precautions for taxiing.
idle to ensure a positive loadmeter
indication for operation of the VOR/
ILS and DME systems. CAUTION

10. Flight instruments


. Nosewheel steering should be used
with care to prevent overcontrolling
a. Altimeters SET and CHECK. while taxiing. Attempts to use a
combination of nosewheel steering and
brakes to maintain direction may
WARNING result in overcontrolling and damage
to the nose gear assembly. Release
nosewheel steering if braking during a
When setting the barometric scale, turn is required. Use the brakes
ensure that the 10,000-foot pointer is sparingly to prevent excessive wear
reading correctly. The low symbol and overheating. Avoid taxiing over
should be visible below 10,000 feet. foreign objects, holes, and ruts.

b. Airspeed indicators CHECK.


. To prevent inadvertent jettisoning or
damage to the canopy, do not unlock or
c. Heading indicators CHECK. open canopy above 40 KIAS.
d. Magnetic compass CHECK.
1. Turn and slip indicator CHECK.
Determine that bowl is full of f luid.
During turns, check that turn needle
e. Attitude indicators CHECK. indicates the proper direction and ball is
*11. Ejection seat and canopy jettison free in the glass tube.
T-handle safety pins REMOVE, 2. Heading indicators CORRECT
DISPLAY, and STOW. MOVEMENT AND HEADING.

WARNING
BEFORE TAKEOFF

.
1. Flight controls CHECK FOR
When removing the seat safety pin, UNRESTRICTED MOVEMENT.
use lef t hand to guard the handgrips
until the streamer has cleared the NOTE
seat. Disengage nosewheel steering prior to
. During ground operation, if seat
checking the rudder.
adjustments become necessary, install
the seat safety pin before moving the *2. Zero delay and parachute arming
seat adjustment lever. lanyards CONNECTED.
. If seat adjustment is necessary in *3. Helmet visors AS REQUIRED.
f light, check that no obstruction is
below either handgrip to ensure the 4. Takeoff data REVIEW.
handgrips will not move as the seat is
lowered. Make no attempt to hold 5. Position lights STROBE & POS LT.
down the handgrips while adjusting 6. Landing/Taxi lights AS
the seat. REQUIRED.

*12. Brakes CHECK pedal pressure. 7. Defroster and cockpit temperature


AS REQUIRED.
13. Landing/Taxi Light AS
REQUIRED. 8. Pitot Heat ON.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

9. VOR/ILS and DME CHECKED. long as 10 minutes af ter takeoff.


Loadmeter reading will gradually
NOTE decrease as the battery becomes
Ensure all applicable checks of f light charged unless some electrical
and navigation instruments have been malfunction is present.
completed. Refer to AFM 11-217 for
instrument cockpit check procedures 7. Warning lights CHECK OFF.
and parameters.
TAKEOFF
10. Canopy CLOSE-LOCK (check light
out).
Before closing canopy, check that canopy WARNING
sill is free of obstructions and notify other
crew member. Wait for conf irmation that it Avoid wake turbulence. The T-37 is
is clear. particularly susceptible to wake
turbulence. The vortex-produced
rolling moment can exceed the aileron
WARNING authority of the aircraf t. Allow a
minimum of 2 minutes before takeoff
Wing tank fuel quantity should be behind any larger type aircraf t or
checked for a decrease as soon as helicopter. Attempt to remain above
practical to determine if both tanks are and upwind of the preceding aircraf t’s
feeding. For this reason, a fuel balance f light path. Wake turbulence will be
check should be made between 1720 to most pronounced during conditions of
1820 pounds of fuel regardless of calm or near calm surface winds.
whether the aircraf t is on the ground
or is airborne. Thereaf ter, the fuel
balance and fuselage tank quantity CAUTION
should be checked at approximately
15-minute intervals.
If the nosewheel is driven through
significant accumulations of water
NOTE (e.g., puddles or standing water)
Unless canopy is locked af ter closing, during takeoff, the possibility exists
it will automatically return to the full that water spray may enter the
open position. intake(s) and subsequently f lameout
the engine(s).

LINEUP
NOTE
1. IFF AS REQUIRED. At high RPM settings under humid
2. Attitude indicators CHECK. atmospheric conditions, it is normal to
observe vapor coming out of the air
3. Throttles MILITARY. scoop on the nose section.
4. Engine instruments CHECK.
NORMAL TAKEOFF
5. Heading indicators CHECK within
5 degrees of runway heading. Refer to Appendix A for takeoff charts showing
6. Loadmeters CHECK. distances required at varying gross weights, tem-
peratures, f ield elevations, wind and runway condi-
NOTE tions. Af ter completion of the lineup check, release
brakes and establish a straight takeoff roll.
Nickel cadmium batteries may be
charged at a much greater rate Directional control should be maintained by use of
without damage than can the nosewheel steering until rudder becomes effective
conventional lead-acid batteries. at approximately 65 KIAS. Do not overcontro1
Engine start using battery power will when using nosewheel steering. As the elevators
normally be followed by extremely become effective at approximately 65 KIAS, raise
high loadmeter readings. High the nose smoothly to takeoff attitude and allow the
loadmeter readings may persist for as aircraft to f ly off the ground.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

CROSSWIND TAKEOFF landing from an icy runway or a run-


way with standing water is 10 knots.

WARNING

The maximum recommended cross- Release brakes and maintain directional control by
wind component during takeoff and the use of nosewheel steering, ailerons, and rudder.

Change 1 2-12.1/(2-12.2 blank)


T.O. 1T-37B-1

Release nosewheel steering at the computed mini- NOTE


mum nosewheel lif t-off speed (refer to crosswind A slight amount of yaw (i.e., improper
chart in Appendix I) and raise nose to the normal rudder trim) may cause or aggravate a
takeoff attitude. Continue to use rudder and aile- fuel imbalance when operating the fuel
rons for maintaining directional control. Af ter system in normal or emergency. A
becoming airborne, correct for drif t by turning into small amount of rudder trim into the
the wind. Observing the minimum nosewheel lif t- heavy wing may alleviate this
off speed will ensure sufficient rudder control to condition.
maintain runway heading prior to becoming
airborne.

*2. Zero delay lanyard AS REQUIRED.


AFTER TAKEOFF
Disconnect and stow af ter passing 10,000
feet MSL when this altitude will be
When safely airborne, proceed as follows: exceeded for prolonged periods.

1. Gear UP at 100 KIAS (minimum).


NOTE
2. Landing lights OFF/TAXI. If operating above terrain over 8,000
feet high, the zero delay lanyard
should remain connected until the
3. Flaps UP at 110 KIAS (minimum). aircraft is at least 2,000 feet above
terrain.
4. Engine instruments CHECK.

OPERATIONS CHECK *3. Oxygen system CHECK.

Accomplish an OPS check when passing 10,000 feet CAUTION


MSL, reaching your f inal cruise altitude and
approximately every 15 minutes thereaf ter.
Additionally, if accomplishing multiple VFR When checking the oxygen system
patterns or instrument approaches, periodically from the lef t seat, be careful not to
accomplish an OPS check. inadvertently actuate the canopy
jettison T-handle.

1. Fuel quantity CHECK.


Check total fuel quantity, wing tank
balance, fuselage tank quantity and NOTE
monitor for excessive fuel consumption. When checking the oxygen system
inf light, check the supply lever - on,
diluter lever - normal oxygen, pressure
WARNING gauge - quantity, f low indicator -
blinking and oxygen mask - pressure
Wing tank fuel quantity should be check. The pressure check should be
checked for a decrease as soon as performed similar to the price check
practicable to determine if both tanks under R - regulator. The only
are feeding. For this reason a fuel difference is that the airborne
balance check should be made between pressure check is accomplished with
1720 to 1820 pounds of fuel regardless the diluter lever in normal.
of whether the aircraf t is on the
ground or is airborne. If airborne,
check fuel level only when aircraf t is
in coordinated f light. Both engines 4. Instruments CHECK.
may f lameout due to fuel starvation if
Instruments (engine, hydraulic and
the fuel transfer system has
loadmeters) should be checked routinely
malfunctioned.
throughout your sortie to ensure
compliance with section V limitations.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

used on f inal approach, because of the slow


CRUISE acceleration of the engines.
Refer to section I for fuel system management and
Appendix I for cruise data. 1. Speed brake AS REQUIRED.
*2. Gear D0WN below 150 KIAS.
NOTE Check landing gear position
The defrosting system should be indications (indicator lights, warning
operated at the highest temperature light and audible signal).
possible (consistent with pilot comfort)
*3. Flaps AS REQUIRED below 135
during high altitude f light. This will
preheat the windshield and canopy to KIAS.
preclude the formation of frost or fog 4. Landing lights AS REQUIRED
during descent. below 135 KIAS.

DESCENT
WARNING
Refer to Appendix I for data concerning descents
from various altitudes. Any speed brake and power
settings may be used may be used during descent,
. Avoid wake turbulence. The T-37 is
providing the airspeed limitations in section V are particularly susceptible to wake
not exceeded. turbulence. The vortex-produced
rolling moment can exceed the aileron
1. Heading and attitude system authority of the aircraf t. Allow a
ADJUST AS REQUIRED. minimum of two minutes before
landing behind any larger type
2. Defroster and cockpit temperature
aircraft or helicopter and a minimum
AS REQUIRED.
of three minutes behind any aircraf t
Rapid descents may cause fogging inside designated as HEAVY in Flip General
the canopy. Therefore, it is necessary that Planning. Attempt to remain above
the canopy and windshield be kept as warm and upwind of the preceding aircraf t’s
as possible to maintain proper visibility. f light path. Wake turbulence will be
most pronounced during conditions of
3. Fuel quantity CHECK. calm or near calm surface winds.
When checking the fuel quantity, check the
total fuel, wing tank balance and fuselage
. Do not exceed 45 degrees angle of bank
in the f inal turn. Abrupt control inputs
tank quantity. and/or bank angles exceeding 45
4. Hydraulic pressure CHECK. degrees during the f inal turn may
result in an instantaneous departure
*5. Zero delay lanyard CONNECT prior from control f light with little or no
to initial approach f ix for penetration stall warning. Altitude may be
descent or prior to 10,000 feet insufficient for recovery from this
pressure altitude during enroute situation prior to ground impact.
descent.

NOTE LANDING
If operating above terrain over 8,000
feet, the zero delay lanyard should be
connected prior to the aircraf t CAUTION
reaching 2,000 feet above the terrain.
If nosewheel shimmy is encountered
*6. Altimeter RESET AS REQUIRED. during the landing roll, continue to
*7. Helmet visor(s) AS REQUIRED. apply forward stick pressure to place
more weight on the nose gear.
BEFORE LANDING
NORMAL LANDING
Refer to Figure 2-4 for typical overhead landing
pattern and recommended procedure. Refer to The typical overhead landing pattern is depicted in
Appendix I for recommended approach and Figure 2-4. If crosswinds are not signif icant, main-
touchdown speeds for varying gross weights, wind tain the landing attitude af ter touchdown. This
conditions and conf igurations. The pattern should will require increasing back stick pressure as air-
be planned so that a minimum of 50% RPM will be speed dissipates. Leave f laps down and speed

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

brake and thrust attenuators extended to take the nosewheel steering until sufficient
advantage of increased drag and reduced thrust. weight is placed on the nose gear. Also,
Lower the nosewheel to the runway prior to mini- avoid abrupt use of nosewheel steering
mum nosewheel touchdown speed and retract the during the high speed portion of the
speed brake if not needed to help stop the aircraf t landing roll.
on the remaining length of runway.
If gusty wind conditions are encountered, use half NOTE
f laps in the pattern and increase f inal approach To avoid excessive swerve, neutralize
airspeed to 110 KIAS. The speed brake should be the rudder prior to engaging
used to improve airspeed and glide path control and nosewheel steering.
should be extended in the same sequence as for a
normal overhead pattern.
BRAKING PROCEDURE
NO FLAP LANDING
Wheel brake effectiveness increases as forward
The procedures for landing with no f laps are simi- speed decreases. Use wheel brakes only as required
lar to those for landing with 100% f laps, except that to decelerate the aircraf t to normal taxi speed on
a longer f inal approach (3/4 to 1 mile) should be the remaining runway. If maximum braking is
planned. Maintain 110 KIAS in the f inal turn and required, lower the nosewheel to the runway, check
on f inal. If above 1400 pounds total fuel, f ly 120 speed brake extended and raise the f laps. This will
KIAS in the f inal turn. If gusty wind conditions are decrease lif t and put more weight on the main
encountered, maintain 120 KIAS in the f inal turn wheels for increased friction. Use a single smooth
and on f inal. Expect an extended f lare and longer application of brakes with constantly increasing
landing roll. pedal pressure. Braking action decreases if a wheel
is locked and the tire is in an excessive skid. If a
CROSSWIND LANDING skid results, brake pressure must be released and
NOTE then reapplied to achieve normal braking action.
Braking effectiveness can be increased by pulling
Refer to Appendix page A2-5 for the back on the stick just short of raising the
maximum allowable crosswind compo- nosewheel.
nent during takeoff and landing.

If crosswinds require the use of 50% f laps, extend WARNING


the speed brake in the normal sequence and main-
tain 110 KIAS in the f inal turn and on f inal. If zero
f laps are required, extend the speed brake and If maximum braking is used, the air-
maintain 120 KIAS in the f inal turn and on f inal. craft should not be taxied into a con-
Prior to touchdown, establish a wing low attitude gested area. Peak temperatures occur
and apply appropriate rudder to maintain runway in the wheel and brake assembly f ive
alignment. Start the roundout by smoothly estab- to f ifteen minutes af ter maximum
lishing the landing attitude. Maintain the wing-low braking. This could result in brake
attitude and rudder application throughout the failure, explosion or f ire. Ensure that
roundout. all personnel remain clear of the main
wheels until they have cooled.
Plan to touch down in a nose high attitude above
the recommended nose gear touchdown speed (refer
to Appendix I). Smoothly lower the nose gear to the STRAIGHT-IN APPROACH
runway prior to minimum nosewheel touchdown
speed. Avoid lowering the nosewheel abruptly. Use NOTE
rudder, brakes, and nosewheel steering, if neces- Airspeeds and conf igurations for land-
sary, to maintain directional control. Continue to ing in gusty wind conditions or with a
maintain ailerons def lected into the wind during crosswind are identical to those for
the landing roll and retract the speed brake. 105 overhead patterns.
KIAS is recommended for main gear touchdown
with zero f laps. If it is necessary to land from a straight-in
approach, plan to arrive at a point and altitude on
extended runway centerline (normally 3-5 miles)
CAUTION
from which a transition to full f lap, half f lap or no
f lap approach can be made using the f inal approach
Damage to the nose gear assembly airspeeds listed above. Continue the approach
may occur if the strut is side loaded planning to use a minimum of 50% RPM until
when fully extended. Avoid engaging landing is assured.

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Figure 2-4.

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LANDING ON SLIPPERY RUNWAYS counteract each bounce with opposite stick move-
ment; the combined reaction time of pilot and air-
Use recommended pattern and touchdown speeds craft is such that this control movement will aggra-
since excessive landing speeds will result in a vate the porpoising action. Repositioning and
longer stopping distance. Touchdowns should be holding the controls (restricting movement) will
planned close to the approach end of the runway. dampen out the oscillation.
Maintain the landing attitude as much as practical
and leave the speed brake extended. Af ter lowering The addition of power will increase control effective-
nose to the runway, use brakes lightly, applying ness by increasing airspeed and permit the aircraf t
pedal pressure evenly and slowly. If brakes are to become safely airborne.
applied hard and suddenly, a skid will result. Main-
tain directional control primarily with nosewheel
steering. Differential braking may be used to aid in WARNING
directional control unless it results in skidding. If
skidding occurs, reduce or release brake pedal pres-
sure and use nosewheel steering for directional If a go-around is initiated af ter
control. Landing roll distances will be considerably porpoising, do not raise the landing
increased. gear. Structural damage can occur
during porpoising and may prevent the
NOTE landing gear from being lowered on the
following landing attempt.
Hydroplaning of the T-37 main landing
gear tires occurs at approximately 92
Knots. To minimize the effects of
hydroplaning, aircrews should con- CAUTION
sider factors such as tire condition,
touchdown speeds, and runway condi-
tion when operating on a wet runway. If attempting a single engine landing
and porpoising occurs upon touch-
down, do not increase power on good
PORPOISING engine; the unequal thrust will make
directional control difficult. Position
and hold controls to establish normal
CAUTION landing attitude. Do not attempt to
counteract each bounce with opposite
Avoid landing on the nosewheel f irst stick movement.
as porpoising and subsequent struc-
tural damage to the landing gear and NOTE
airframe may occur.
Directional control may be difficult to
Porpoising is a condition encountered during land- maintain if uneven engine acceleration
ing, wherein the aircraf t bounces back and forth occurs when throttles are advanced or
between the nosewheel and the main gear. This when a crosswind exists.
condition is caused by a landing attitude at touch-
down which brings the nose-wheel in contact with GO-AROUND/MISSED APPROACH
the runway before the main gear touchdown. It
most likely will occur when landing is attempted Make the decision to go-around or execute a missed
with an incorrect landing attitude and at an exces- approach in a timely manner. If touchdown is
sive airspeed. unavoidable, do not try to hold the aircraf t off the
runway; continue to f ly the aircraf t to touchdown.
If immediate corrective action is not initiated, the If a touchdown is made, lower the nose slightly and
porpoise will progress to a violent, unstable pitch accelerate to takeoff airspeed, then establish take-
oscillation. The repeated heavy impacts of the off attitude and allow the aircraf t to f ly off the
aircraft on the runway ultimately will result in runway.
structural damage to the landing gear and air-
frame. Therefore, a proper landing attitude imme- 1. Throttles MILITARY.
diately prior to touchdown is imperative to preclude
the occurrence of a porpoise. 2. Speed brake IN.

If you begin to porpoise, immediately position the 3. Gear UP at 100 KIAS (minimum)
controls to establish a nose high attitude sufficient when def initely airborne.
to prevent the nose wheel from contacting the run- 4. Landing lights OFF/TAXI.
way. Maintain this attitude and simultaneously
advance throttles to MILITARY. Do not attempt to 5. Flaps UP at 110 KIAS (minimum).

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6. Engine instruments CHECK. reducing braking action and increasing


brake life. When an engine is shut
TOUCH AND GO LANDINGS down, check the hydraulic pressure for
proper operation of the hydraulic
To make a touch-and-go landing, perform the pump. If hydraulic pressure is lost,
desired approach and landing, then perform normal stop aircraf t on taxiway or ramp, shut
go-around procedures. the other engine down, and have gear
safety pins installed before aircraf t is
towed to the parking area.
WARNING

Touch-and-go landings encompass all ENGINES SHUTDOWN


aspects of the landing and takeoff pro-
Before stopping the engines, allow exhaust gas
cedures in a relative short time span.
temperature to stabilize and note any signs of
Be constantly alert for possible air-
engine roughness. Be sure chocks are in place
craft malfunctions during these two
before releasing brakes.
critical phases of f light.
1. Fuel system EMERGENCY.
NOTE 2. Throttles CUT-OFF.
Directional control will be more diffi-
cult if uneven engine acceleration 3. Engine ice warning light CHECK
occurs when the throttles are ON.
advanced or when a crosswind exists.
NOTE
The engine ice warning light should
AFTER LANDING illuminate af ter placing the lef t
throttle to CUT-OFF and before the
*1. Cockpit loose items CHECK left RPM reaches zero. Should the
SECURED (before opening canopy). light fail to illuminate, note this on the
AFTO Form 781.
*2. Seat and canopy jettison T-handle
safety pins INSTALL (optional).
4. Canopy downlock handle
FORWARD (locked).
WARNING 5. Trim NEUTRAL.

Do not move the canopy jettison T- 6. UHF radio OFF.


handle or the seat handgrips in an
effort to insert the pins. 7. Interior and exterior lights OFF.

8. Attitude indicators CAGE AND


3. Speed brake CHECK IN. LOCK.

4. IFF, VOR/ILS and DME OFF. 9. Fuel boost pump OFF.

5. Pitot heat OFF. 10. Inverter OFF.

6. Landing/Taxi lights AS *11. Seat and canopy jettison T-handle


REQUIRED. safety pins CHECK INSTALLED.

7. Anticollision beacons AS *12. Oxygen regulator: Diluter 100%,


REQUIRED. supply off

8. Position lights POS LT ONLY. 13. Wheels CHOCKED.

9. Flaps UP. 14. Gold/Silver key Secure to parachute


harness.
NOTE
15. Battery OFF.
It is permissible to shut one engine
down to reduce taxi speed, thereby 16. Flight controls LOCK.

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a. Ensure transient alert/


BEFORE LEAVING AIRCRAFT maintenance personnel are familiar
1. Postf light Exterior Inspection with canopy operation.
ACCOMPLISH.
3. Oil requirements.
Look for any abnormalities such as missing
panels, damaged tires, leaking f luids, a. Check oil immediately af ter engine
scrapes, dents or evidence of bird strikes shutdown. If oil level is at or
and notify maintenance personnel. below the twelfth ring below the
filler neck, oil should be added as
2. Gear safety pins, grounding wire, and required to raise the quantity to
pitot head cover CHECK between the fourth and sixth ring.
INSTALLED.
NOTE
If engine has been shutdown more
WARNING than ten minutes, run engine at 70%
RPM for no less than f ive minutes to
Stand clear of tailpipes af ter engine obtain true oil level reading; then shut
shutdown and at all times when down engine and recheck oil level.
vapors exit from tailpipes. Danger to
personnel exists because of explosive b. Type:
qualities of fuel vapors.
MIL-L-7808 or NATO 0-148.
MIL-L-23699
CAUTION 4. Fuel Requirements.
. At some installations, it may be a. Primary:
necessary for the aircrew to connect
grounding wires. To prevent a JP-8 (MIL-T-83133 or NATO F-34).
dangerous shock, connect the b. Alternate:
grounding wire to the ground rod
before making the connection to the JP-8 +100 (MIL-T-83133 or NATO
aircraft. Reverse the order when F-37).
removing grounding wire.
. Make appropriate entries in Form 781
JP-4 (MIL-T-5624 or NATO F-40.
JP-5 (MIL-T-5624 or NATO F-44).
covering any limits in the Flight
Manual that have been exceeded JET A.
during the f light. Entries must also be
JET A-1 (NATO F-35).
made when in the pilot’s judgement,
the aircraf t has been exposed to JET B.
unusual or excessive operations such
as hard landings, excessive braking c. Emergency:
action during aborted takeoffs, long Aviation gasoline (NATO F-12, F-18,
taxi runs at high speeds, etc. F-22)
5. Hydraulic f luid requirements:
STRANGE FIELD PROCEDURES
a. Type:
The following checklist provides guidance for MIL-H-5606 or NATO H-515.
operation at f ields that do not normally support the
aircraft. MIL-H-83282 or NATO H-537.

Refer to section VII for canopy positions and the use b. Accumulator pressure:
of dust shields for various climatic conditions.
600 (±25) PSI.
AFTER ENGINE SHUT DOWN (BEFORE LEAVING 6. Oxygen requirements.
AIRCRAFT)
a. Low pressure system: 425 (±25)
1. Install DME dust plug. PSI.
2. Canopy. b. Type: MIL-O-27210.

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BEFORE STARTING ENGINES


1. Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) requirements: CHECKLIST
a. Power output: 28.5 (±0.5)V DC 300 The normal abbreviated checklist is contained in
amps (minimum). T.O. 1T-37B-1CL-1.
b. APU types authorized: Check IFR TAKEOFF AND LANDING DATA CARD
Supplement for APU types meeting the above
requirements. The takeoff and landing data card is included in the
Flight Crew Checklist. The takeoff and landing
MINOR MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS information for the planned mission should be
entered on the data card and used as a ready
1. Landing gear.
reference for review prior to takeoff and landing. A
a. Emergency gear air bottle: Service with complete sample problem of a mission, to familiar-
nitrogen (N2) or air. Pressure: 2000 (±250) PSI. ize the pilot with the use of the charts and proce-
dures to f ill out the take-off and landing data card
2. Tires. is shown at the end of Appendix I, Part VIII, Plan-
a. Main tire pressure: 110 (±5) PSI. ning the Mission.
b. Nose tire pressure: 50 (±5) PSI.
NOTE
All maintenance work, to include
aircraft towing, should be coordinated
with qualif ied maintenance personnel.

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SECTION III
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

INTRODUCTION................................................. 3-1 NOSE COMPARTMENT DOOR


Critical Action................................................... 3-1 OPENING IN FLIGHT (HIGH
Noncritical action ............................................. 3-2 AIRSPEED)....................................................... 3-12
GROUND OPERATION NOSE COMPARTMENT DOOR
EMERGENCIES................................................. 3-2 OPENING ON TAKEOFF ............................... 3-13
Canopy Unlocked During Flight ................... 3-13
Engine Fire or Overheat During
Ground Operations.......................................... 3-2 Loss of Canopy in Flight................................ 3-13
Runaway Trim ................................................ 3-13
Emergency Ground Egress .............................. 3-2
Erratic Trim Tab Fluctuation........................ 3-14
Departing a Prepared Surface......................... 3-2 EJECTION ......................................................... 3-14
Use of Canopy Breaker Tool............................ 3-2 Low Altitude Ejection..................................... 3-14
TAKEOFF EMERGENCIES ............................... 3-2 Bailout if Seat Fails to Eject ......................... 3-16
ABORT .............................................................. 3-2 EJECTION PROCEDURE ................................ 3-16
Barrier Engagement......................................... 3-3 Before Ejection if Time and Condi-
Landing Gear Emergency Retraction ............. 3-4 tions Permit ................................................... 3-16
Two Engine Failure (Low Altitude) ................ 3-4 After Ejection.................................................. 3-16
Flight Characteristics Under Partial LANDING EMERGENCIES ............................. 3-20
Power Conditions ............................................ 3-5 Landing with One Engine
One Engine Failure, Fire or Overheat Inoperative..................................................... 3-20
During Takeoff ................................................ 3-5 Single Engine Go-Around .............................. 3-20
INFLIGHT EMERGENCIES .............................. 3-6 Hydraulic Supply System Failure................. 3-20
Engine Failure .................................................. 3-6 Failure of Gear to Extend.............................. 3-21
One Engine Failure/Shutdown During Landing Gear Emergency Extension ............ 3-21
Flight................................................................ 3-6 Landing with a Gear Malfunction................. 3-21
Two Engine Failure During Flight ................. 3-6 Unsymmetrical Flap Condition ..................... 3-23
Engine Fire and Overheat ............................... 3-7 Landing with a Flat Tire ............................... 3-23
Engine Fire or Overheat Warning Wheel Brake Failure ...................................... 3-23
During Flight (Affected Engine) .................... 3-7 MISCELLANEOUS EMERGENCIES .............. 3-23
Float Switch Malfunction or Fuel
Electrical Fire ................................................... 3-8
Boost Pump Warning During Flight............ 3-23
Smoke and Fume Elimination......................... 3-8 High Fuel Flow ............................................... 3-24
Throttle Cable Failure ..................................... 3-8 Fuel Imbalance ............................................... 3-24
Engine Restart During Flight ......................... 3-9 Complete Electrical Failure........................... 3-25
EMERGENCY AIRSTART .................................. 3-9 Generator Failure........................................... 3-25
Ejection vs Forced Landing ............................. 3-9 Inverter Failure .............................................. 3-25
Airstart Attempts During Flameout High Loadmeter Reading............................... 3-25
Landing Pattern ............................................ 3-10 Zero/Negative Loadmeter Reading................ 3-26
Forced Landing (No Power) ........................... 3-10 Oil System Malfunction ................................. 3-26
Controllability Check (Structural Oxygen System Emergency
Damage) ......................................................... 3-12 Operation ....................................................... 3-27

INTRODUCTION B O L D F A C E capital letters are considered critical


action. Procedures appearing in small letters are
This section includes procedures to be followed to considered noncritical action. Each is def ined as
correct an emergency condition. The procedures, if follows:
followed, will ensure safety of the pilots and aircraf t
until a safe landing is made or other appropriate
action is accomplished. Multiple emergencies, CRITICAL ACTION
adverse weather and other peculiar conditions may
require modif ication of these procedures. There- Those actions which must be performed immedi-
fore, it is essential that pilots determine the correct ately if the emergency is not to be aggravated, and
course of action by use of common sense and sound injury or damage are to be avoided. These critical
judgement. Procedures appearing in steps will be committed to memory.

3-1
T.O. 1T-37B-1

NONCRITICAL ACTION accomplished with the parachute and


survival kit on.
Those actions which contribute to an orderly
sequence of events, improve the chances for the
emergency action to be successful and serve as
CLEAN-UP items. DEPARTING A PREPARED SURFACE
To assist the pilot when an emergency occurs, three
Any time the aircraf t departs a prepared surface,
basic rules are established which apply to most
immediate engine shutdown is advisable. The possi-
emergencies occurring while airborne.
bility of engine foreign object damage is greater
1. Maintain aircraf t control. than the possibility of gear collapse.
2. Analyze the situation and take proper action.
Refer to EMERGENCY GROUND EGRESS to
3. Land as soon as conditions permit. abandon the aircraf t.

GROUND OPERATION EMERGENCIES USE OF CANOPY BREAKER TOOL


ENGINE FIRE OR OVERHEAT DURING GROUND OPER-
To break the canopy, grasp the canopy breaker tool
ATIONS (STEADY OR FLASHING LIGHT) with both hands and with an arm-swinging thrust
If a f ire or overheat detect warning light illumi- using full body force, strike the canopy perpendicu-
nates during an engine start or if there are visual lar to the surface. The blade alignment will deter-
indications of f ire or overheat existing in the engine mine the direction of the cracks. No set pattern of
nacelles, proceed as follows: blows is necessary; normally, three or four blows
will open an adequate escape hole.
1. Throttles CUT-OFF.
2. Fuel Shutoff T-handles PULL-OFF. WARNING
3. Battery/APU OFF.
The canopy breaker knife can cause
EMERGENCY GROUND EGRESS injury if the curved edge of the blade
faces forward resulting in a glancing
1. Throttles CUT-OFF.
rearward blow.
2. Fuel Shutoff T-handles PULL-OFF.
3. Battery OFF.
4. Ejection seat safety pin INSTALL TAKEOFF EMERGENCIES
(optional).
ABORT
5. Canopy OPEN.
If an abort is necessary for any reason, accomplish
WARNING the following:

. To afford protection against explosion, 1. THROTTLES IDLE.


heat or f ire, the canopy should be
retained. The pilot may clear the WARNING
aircraft by use of electrical canopy
opening, canopy declutch, canopy
breaker tool or canopy jettison T- In case of f ire or overheat indications,
handle. the malfunctioning engine should be
. Consider using canopy declutch or
shut down by cutting off the throttle
and pulling off the fuel shutoff T-
breaker tool if strong fuel fumes are handle.
present.

6. Safety belt, shoulder harness, oxygen NOTE


hose, and radio cord DISCONNECT.
Cut off both engines if stopping
NOTE distance is marginal.
When equipped with the survival kit,
the fastest ground egress is 2. WHEEL BRAKES AS REQUIRED.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

Figure 3-1.

BARRIER ENGAGEMENT. attempt canopy jettison. Consider use


of the canopy breaker tool if egress is
Barrier engagement may be necessary either during required.
an aborted takeoff or af ter landing with an aircraf t
malfunction affecting stopping distance or
capabilities. Approach the barrier perpendicularly,
in three-point attitude, and if possible, in the center NOTE
of the barrier/net. The BAK-15 is a web-type barrier In the event of imminent contact with
with successful engagements by f ighter type an obstruction or raised barrier during
aircraft up to 200 Knots. Successful engagement is landing or takeoff roll or other ground
completely independent of aircraf t conf iguration. operations, the aircraf t is capable of
Pilots should be aware of the actual barrier position extremely short radius turns even at
before arrival or departure. The barrier is activated fairly high speeds with nosewheel
by the tower and takes approximately 5 to 7 seconds steering and differential braking.
to be fully raised/operational. However, nosewheel steering is not
available with both engines
inoperative.
WARNING

1. Shoulder harness LOCK.


Avoid contacting raised barriers. In
extreme situations, the BAK-15 (rabbit 2. Brakes RELEASE (Prior to engagement).
catcher) barrier may safely be 3. Engage barrier in three-point attitude,
engaged. The barrier webbing can perpendicular to, and preferably in the center of the
entangle the canopy, possibly causing barrier/net
pilot injury if the canopy is open or
jamming the canopy if closed. Do not 4. Brakes REAPPLY

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LANDING GEAR EMERGENCY RETRACTION TWO ENGINE FAILURE (LOW ALTITUDE)

If it is necessary to retract the landing gear while If both engines fail at low altitude or immediately
the aircraf t is on the ground, depress and hold the after becoming airborne and altitude precludes
override switch, then raise the gear handle (Figure aborting, air starting or ejecting, land straight
3-2). ahead, turning only as necessary to avoid
obstructions.

CAUTION 1. GLIDE 100 Knots MINIMUM.

Do not use the override switch to 2. GEAR DOWN.


retract fully extended gear in f light.
3. THROTTLES CUT-OFF.
If the landing gear does not indicate down and
locked and time and conditions permit,
NOTE consider using the landing gear emergency
The landing gear will retract only if extension system.
hydraulic pressure and electrical
power are available.
WARNING

If the nose gear torque link is broken, the gear


. Do not sacrif ice aircraf t control
attempting to extend the landing gear
handle will not raise normally. Subsequent use of with the emergency system.
the override switch to effect retraction may cause
the nosewheel to bind in the wheel well if the . To afford protection against explosion,
nosewheel is cocked. The pilot should attempt to heat or f ire, the canopy should be
determine the condition of the nosewheel prior to retained.
landing.

Figure 3-2.

3-4
T.O. 1T-37B-1

FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS UNDER PARTIAL POWER OVERHEAT DURING TAKEOFF


CONDITIONS (AFTER AIRBORNE).
Single engine operation in this aircraf t introduces

.
yaw and out-of-trim effect; however, f light controls NOTE
provide adequate directional control during single Retracting the landing gear will
engine operation. Rudder trim may not be adequate increase the rate-of-climb
to relieve all rudder force required to maintain approximately 150 feet per minute.
wings-level constant-heading f light.
. Single engine climb speed for best
angle of climb - 125 Knots.
WARNING . Single engine climb speed for best
rate-of-climb is 160 Knots at sea level.
. The aircraf t will not accelerate or
(Minus 1 Knot per 1000 feet.)
climb during single engine operation
until the f laps are retracted to 50% or ONE ENGINE FAILURE, FIRE OR OVERHEAT DURING
less and the speed brake is retracted TAKEOFF (AFTER AIRBORNE)
(Figure 3-3).
. Flaps may be raised to 50% at any
If an engine fails immediately af ter takeoff, the
decision to continue depends upon airspeed, alti-
f lying airspeed with very little loss of tude, and length of runway remaining. If the deci-
lift and a large reduction in drag. Any sion is made to abort, check landing gear down, land
time a single engine situation is the aircraf t, and follow ABORT procedures.
encountered (engine failure on takeoff)
or anticipated (engine f ire or overheat Adequate performance and controllability exists to
on takeoff) with full f laps extended, accelerate during single-engine operation between
f laps should be raised to 50% 90 and 100 Knots. If the decision is made to
immediately. If the speedbrake is continue, raise the gear and f laps as soon as possi-
extended, it must be immediately ble af ter reaching a safe altitude and airspeed.
retracted. Rate-of-climb with one engine inoperative will be
. Flaps should not be lowered to 50%
slower, depending on such conditions as air density,
gross weight, and conf iguration.
once f lying airspeed has been attained.
Lowering 50% f laps decreases stall
speed, but a signif icant increase in
thrust is required (Figure 3-3). WARNING
. It is possible for the thrust attenuators
When operating at high gross weights
to fail in the extended position
and/or high density altitudes, contin-
whether or not hydraulic and/or
ued takeoff on one engine may be
electrical power is available. Initially,
impossible.
this malfunction may be difficult to
detect. However, you will notice a
significant lack of aircraf t acceleration If takeoff, continued:
as power is applied, especially during 1. FLAPS 50%.
traffic pattern operations. You can
expect to lose approximately 39% to 2. GEAR UP.
44% thrust under standard day
conditions. This loss is less severe 3. FLAPS UP (100 Knots MINIMUM).
than that experienced during single Maintain a climb and accelerate to 125 Knots.
engine failure and is well within the If an engine f ire or overheat exists, proceed
safe f light capability of the aircraf t. If with Fire or Overheat Procedures.
you suspect thrust attenuator failure
and it is too late to abort, ensure the 4. Attempt airstart at safe altitude if
throttles are at MILITARY, the speed warranted.
brake is IN and continue to take off If an airstart attempt is unwarranted:
using the procedures for ONE
ENGINE FAILURE, FIRE OR 5. Throttle (Affected Engine) CUT-OFF.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

Figure 3-3.

4. Cockpit Air Lever AS REQUIRED.


INFLIGHT EMERGENCIES
ENGINE FAILURE
CAUTION
Engine failure can be detected by a sudden decrease
in engine exhaust gas temperature accompanied by
a loss of thrust. Fluctuating RPM, fuel f low and With high outside air temperature an
exhaust gas temperature indicate erratic fuel f low engine overtemperature can occur, if
to the engine which of ten precedes engine failure. air conditioning is used when one
When time and altitude permit, airstarts can be engine is f lamed out and the other
successfully accomplished providing fuel supply to engine is at military power.
the engines is sufficient for normal operation and
no mechanical defects exist which make normal
operation hazardous. TWO ENGINE FAILURE DURING FLIGHT

CAUTION WARNING

Unusual engine vibrations or rough- If double engine failure is experienced


ness noticed in f light that persist, indi- at or below 2000 feet AGL, immediate
cate some sort of internal structural ejection is advisable if within ejection
failure. Engine shutdown may be envelope.
required.

NOTE NOTE
A compressor whine may occur at any If double engine failure occurs at low
altitude when the throttles are altitude, the aircraf t should be zoomed
advanced rapidly. (if airspeed permits) to better position
the aircraf t for ejection.
ONE ENGINE FAILURE/SHUTDOWN DURING FLIGHT
If an engine fails in f light, try to determine cause of 1. Glide 125 Knots.
failure before attempting to restart the engine and
continue as follows: 2. Throttles CUT-OFF.
1. Throttle (Affected Engine) CUT-OFF. 3. Speed brake, gear, and f laps UP.
2. Speed brake, gear and f laps UP.
4. Airstart ATTEMPT (if warranted).
3. Airstart ATTEMPT (if warranted). If
airstart attempt is unsuccessful or If an airstart is unwarranted, refer to ejection or
inadvisable, refer to Appendix I for boldface procedures for two engine failure (low
single engine performance data. altitude).

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

ENGINE FIRE AND OVERHEAT . Should the steady red light go out, the
engine should normally be shut down
A steady red light in the center of either fuel shutoff in accordance with boldface unless
T-handle indicates a f ire condition forward of the unusual circumstances and the
fireseal in the corresponding engine. A f lashing red absence of f ire indications dictate the
light in the center of either fuel shutoff T-handle engine be kept running.
indicates an overheat or f ire condition af t of the
fireseal in the corresponding engine.
2. Fuel Shutoff T-Handle PULL-OFF.

.
NOTE
Fire or overheat is usually accompa-
nied by one or more of the following WARNING
indications: Fluctuating fuel f low,
excessive exhaust gas temperature,
visual indications such as smoke in the After the fuel shutoff T-handle is
cockpit or smoke trailing behind the pulled, an immediate drop in fuel f low
aircraft, erratic engine operation or to 100 pph (minimum reading) is an
roughness. If the aircraf t is being indication the fuel shutoff valve has
f lown solo, the mirror on the right side operated. Failure to get indications
can be used as an aid in detecting that the fuel shutoff valve has closed
smoke from the right engine. Any time could indicate a continuing source of
the warning lights illuminate, attempt fuel to feed a f ire even af ter the engine
to verify the condition by other indica- is shut down with the throttle.
tions before abandoning the aircraf t.
. Internal structural failure of the
3. Throttle CUT-OFF.
engine may produce noise and heavy
vibrations in addition to f ire and over-
heat indications.
WARNING

ENGINE FIRE OR OVERHEAT WARNING DURING


FLIGHT (AFFECTED ENGINE) . If the warning light goes out and no
evidence of f ire exists, proceed to the
If a f ire or overheat detect warning light illumi- nearest base and land as soon as
nates during f light, proceed as follows: conditions permit. Do not attempt a
restart. Af ter engine shutdown,
1. Throttle RETARD. attempt to verify the presence of f ire
by checking for other indications such
as smoke in cockpit, nacelle smoke or
smoke trailing behind the aircraf t or
WARNING
verification from ground to another
. Should smoke be accompanied by a
aircraft. If corrective action has not
extinguished the f ire, EJECT.
f lashing or steady red light,
f luctuating fuel f low, excessive . If the fuel shutoff valve has remained
exhaust gas temperature, erratic open, check the fuel shutoff circuit
engine operation or engine roughness; breaker in and reset if necessary.
or
. Should a steady red light in either fuel
4. Fire and overheat circuit TEST.
shutoff T-handle remain on; or
. Should a f lashing red light in either
NOTE
fuel shutoff T-handle continue,
indicating possible f ire rather than If the warning light goes out af ter
overheat; continue with boldface.
.
remedial action, actuate the test
Should a f lashing red light go out and circuit to determine if the circuit is
accompanying indications cease still functional. If the circuit fails to
indicating an overheat condition has illuminate the light, continue to
been alleviated, land as soon as investigate for actual f ire.
conditions permit.

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5. Cockpit air lever AS REQUIRED. located during this process, turn defective unit OFF
unless it is critical for f light. Land as soon as
possible.
CAUTION
SMOKE AND FUME ELIMINATION
With high outside air temperature an
engine overtemperature can occur if
air conditioning is used when one WARNING
engine is f lamed out and the other
engine is at military power. . All odors not identif iable by f light
crew shall be considered toxic.
ELECTRICAL FIRE Immediately initiate SMOKE AND
FUME ELIMINATION procedures
1. BATTERY AND GENERATORS OFF and land as soon as conditions permit.
Do not take off when unidentif ied
If conditions warrant isolating faulty odors are detected.
equipment:
. If you do not feel positive pressure or if
you suspect the aircraf t’s oxygen
WARNING system is contaminated, consider
using the emergency oxygen cylinder.
If you suspect the aircraf t’s oxygen
If f light must be continued with system is contaminated, you should
battery and generators off, avoid less disconnect the aircraf t oxygen hose
than 1 G f light as the fuel boost pump after activating the emergency
will be inoperative and engine cylinder. One possible source of oxygen
f lameout may occur due to cavitation contamination is a cockpit
of the engine driven fuel pump. Under compartment bleed air leak that can
these conditions, engine restart will be burn a hole in the aircraf t’s low-
impossible. pressure, f lexible oxygen hoses
positioned next to and behind the
pilot’s seat. The heated up hose will
CAUTION produce a burning plastic smell which

.
contaminates the air supply to the
If recovering with complete electrical pilot. To prevent possible exposure of
failure, use the landing gear pure oxygen to a heated bleed air
emergency extension system to ensure source, position the oxygen supply
the gear is down. lever to OFF.
. Consider recovering electric-out in
VFR conditions.
CAUTION

.
NOTE
Smoke may be encountered in the
The interruption and reapplication of cockpit af ter negative G f lights due to
dc power will start the J-2 heading oil loss from the engines. A landing
system fast slave cycle. Use caution should be made as soon as conditions
when applying this procedure, permit in order to check the oil level
particularly in actual weather and identify the source of the smoke.
conditions.
. If battery and generators must be lef t In the event smoke or fumes enter the cockpit
off and instrument f lying must be during f light, proceed as follows:
continued, switch to spare inverter.
. Consider recovering electric-out in
1. Oxygen 100 percent.
2. Cockpit air lever VENT.
VFR conditions.
3. Check for f ire.
2. All dc accessories OFF.
If smoke and/or fumes continue, proceed as follows:
3. Monitor loadmeters while turning battery and
generators ON. Turn only essential dc electrical 4. Canopy jettison T-handle PULL (if
accessories ON, one at a time. If the faulty system is necessary).

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It may be necessary to jettison the canopy if the be controlled with the speed brake or by shutting
smoke and fumes are severe and extended f light is down the affected engine. Shutting down the engine
required. can be accomplished by using the FUEL SHUTOFF
T-HANDLE.
THROTTLE CABLE FAILURE
With a throttle cable failure, the engine power
(RPM) cannot be reduced or advanced. Airspeed can

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

ENGINE RESTART DURING FLIGHT 13. Engine instruments CHECK.

All airstart attempts should be made at a altitude of


20,000 feet or below. CAUTION

CAUTION If an engine has f lamed out when the


throttle was reduced to IDLE or if you
suspect a throttle linkage problem,
Prior to attempting an airstart, avoid retarding the throttle to IDLE
observe tachometer for engine during subsequent power adjustments
windmilling. If there is no indication of of the affected engine.
windmilling, the engine may have
seized and no attempt should be made
to restart until a windmilling indica- If starting attempt was unsuccessful:
tion is noted.
14. Electrical load REDUCE.
1. Throttle (Affected Engine) CUT-OFF.
15. Attempt another start if warranted.
NOTE
Use instructor’s throttles when EMERGENCY AIRSTART
attempting a restart in order to have
cut-off feature available. If time and/or conditions do not permit the use of
procedures described in ENGINE RESTART
DURING FLIGHT, proceed as follows:
2. Fuel shutoff T-handle PUSH-ON.
1. STARTER AIR.
3. Fuel system EMERGENCY.
2. FUEL SYSTEM EMERGENCY.
4. Fuel boost pump ON.
Leave fuel system in emergency for remainder
5. Inverter MAIN or SPARE. of f light.
6. Battery ON. If RPM drops below 16%,
7. Circuit breakers CHECK IN. 3. STARTER AND IGNITION GND-ON AND
HOLD UNTIL 30% RPM.
8. Cockpit air lever VENT.

9. Throttle (Affected Engine) IDLE.


WARNING

.
NOTE
Throttle(s) must be out of cutoff to
If f lame out resulted from throttle
accomplish an airstart.
linkage slip, it may be necessary to
advance the throttle beyond idle to
effect a restart.
. A start may not occur immediately.
EJECTION VS FORCED LANDING
RPM may drop as low as 12% before Normally, ejection is the best course of action if both
signs of a start are observed. engines f lameout (windmilling or frozen) or positive
control of the aircraf t cannot be maintained.
10. Starter and ignition GND-ON and Because of the many variables encountered, the
hold simultaneously. If RPM is above final decision to attempt a f lameout landing or to
30%, allow the engine to windmill below eject must remain with the pilot. It is impossible to
30% before attempting restart. establish a predetermined set of rules and instruc-
tions which would provide a ready-made decision
11. Exhaust gas temperature MONITOR. applicable to all emergencies of this nature. The
The f irst indication of a start is a rise in basic conditions listed below, combined with the
the exhaust gas temperature. pilot’s analysis of the condition of the aircraf t type
of emergency and his prof iciency, are of prime
12. Starter and ignition Release at 30% importance in determining whether to attempt a
RPM. f lameout landing or to eject.

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These variables make a quick and accurate decision


difficult. If the decision is made to eject, attempt to e. Flameout landings should only be
turn the aircraf t toward area where injury or dam- attempted when either a satisfactory HIGH KEY or
age to persons or property on the ground or water is LOW KEY position can be achieved.
least likely to occur. Before a decision is made to
attempt a f lameout landing, the following basic f. If at any time during the f lameout
conditions should exist: approach conditions do not appear ideal for success-
ful completion of the landing, eject. EJECT no lower
a. Flameout landing should only be than 2,000 feet above the terrain.
attempted by pilots who have satisfactorily com-
pleted simulated f lameout approaches in the AIRSTART ATTEMPTS DURING FLAMEOUT LANDING
aircraft.
PATTERN
b. Flameout landing should only be
attempted on a prepared or designated suitable In the event of a double engine f lameout:
surface.
a. Attempt to complete all airstart efforts
c. Approaches to the runway should be clear before high key is reached so that full attention may
and should not present a problem during f lameout be devoted to accomplishing a successful f lameout
approach. landing.
b. If circumstances preclude airstart
NOTE
attempts prior to high key, further airstarts may be
No attempt should be made to land a attempted but primary attention should be devoted
f lamed out aircraf t at any f ield where to proper execution of the f lameout landing.
approaches are over heavily populated
areas.
FORCED LANDING (NO POWER)
d. Weather and terrain conditions must be If both engines f lameout during f light and airstarts
favorable. Cloud cover, visibility, turbulence, sur- are unsuccessful or inadvisable and the pilot does
face winds, etc., must not impede a proper f lameout not elect to eject, the following should be accom-
landing pattern. plished. See Figure 3-4, Maximum Glide Distances
and Figure 3-5, Typical Forced Landing Pattern.
NOTE
1. Establish glide 125 Knots
Do not attempt night f lameout land-
ings or f lameout landings under poor The landing gear, wing f laps, and speed
lighting conditions, such as at dusk or brake may be raised; if necessary, to increase maxi-
dawn. mum glide distance.

Figure 3-4.

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Figure 3-5.

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2. Gear DOWN CONTROLLABILITY CHECK (STRUCTURAL DAMAGE)


The landing gear should be lowered over If structural damage occurs in f light, the pilot must
the f ield or at high key. Airspeed 120 Knots af ter decide whether to leave the aircraf t or attempt a
landing gear is down. landing. If aircraf t is controllable, proceed as
follows:

.
NOTE
Emergency landings shall be made
with any landing gear extended. This WARNING

.
also applies to overshooting or under-
shooting prepared runways when In no case allow airspeed to decrease
touchdowns cannot be avoided.
. below 90 Knots.
For a simulated forced landing, lower
speed brake and adjust throttles to
. Do not reset wing f laps if signif icant
structural damage is located in the
65% RPM. When landing gear is low- wings.
ered, readjust throttles to 55% RPM.
1. Notify appropriate ground agency of
3. Throttles CUT-OFF intentions.
4. Fuel Shutoff T-handles PULL-OFF 2. Climb to 10,000 feet above terrain (if practi-
cal) at a controllable airspeed.
5. Zero delay lanyard CONNECTED
3. Simulate a landing approach and determine
6. Helmet visor(s) DOWN
airspeed at which aircraf t becomes difficult to con-
7. Shoulder harness LOCK trol (minimum controllable airspeed).
8. Battery and generators OFF NOTE
If aircraf t becomes difficult to control
or approaches a stall, lower the nose
WARNING and increase power for recovery.

To afford protection against explosion, 4. If aircraf t becomes difficult to control above


heat or f ire, the canopy should be 105 Knots (full f lap), f ly a no-f lap landing
retained. approach. Abandon the aircraf t if it becomes diffi-
cult to control above 130 Knots (no f laps).
5. Maintain 20 Knots above minimum controlla-
.
NOTE
ble airspeed or 110 Knots whichever is higher,
Directional control must be main- during descent and landing approach.
tained by use of wheel brakes as
nosewheel steering will not be avail- 6. Fly a f lat power-on, straight-in approach
able with both engines inoperative. requiring minimum f lare and plan to touchdown at
. The forced landing pattern should be
no less than minimum controllable airspeed. Do not
begin to reduce f inal approach speed until the air-
planned as a no-f lap pattern, as craft has crossed the runway threshold and is very
hydraulic pressure may not be avail- close to the runway. Maximum recommended air-
able to lower f laps. To prevent landing speed for touchdown is 105 Knots (full f laps), 130
long, if the engines are not seized, Knots (no f laps).
f laps may be lowered by motoring an
engine with the starter switch and
increasing hydraulic pressure.
NOSE COMPARTMENT DOOR
. An airspeed of 120 Knots during the
OPENING IN FLIGHT (HIGH
AIRSPEED)
forced landing pattern provides the
optimum maneuvering glide speed for
The opening of an unlatched or improperly adjusted
that conf iguration.
. The base key position can be adjusted
nose compartment door is related to the angle of
attack of the aircraf t. Nose compartment door open-
to compensate for excess altitude in ings have occurred at high angles of attack with
the pattern. If additional altitude must both low and high airspeeds. Openings have also
be lost, a slip is recommended. Full occurred during takeoffs, approaches, and landings.
rudder def lection may be used. If a nose compartment door comes open at high
airspeed:

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1. Immediately slow to and maintain an air- 3. Make a straight-in approach (maintain


speed at which the door will remain closed. 100 Knots) using shallow turns. Avoid
f lying over populated areas.

CAUTION
CAUTION
If nose compartment door opens at
high airspeed, severe buffeting and Do not touch canopy downlock handle
structural damage may occur. The air- until landing roll is complete.
craft speed should be reduced as rap-
idly as possible without pulling Gs as
an increased angle of attack will cause NOTE
the door to open wider.
During f light, the internal canopy
control switch is inoperative. Af ter
2. Avoid any abrupt change in pitch attitude. landing is complete, the external
3. Fly a straight-in, full-f lap approach maintain- canopy circuit switch must be
ing 20 to 30 Knots above normal f inal approach positioned to INTERNAL to open the
speed. canopy by normal means.

Experience indicates that the door will probably


begin to open at 120 to 130 Knots as airspeed is LOSS OF CANOPY IN FLIGHT
decreased and will be fully open at 90 Knots.
Make a straight-in approach maintaining a mini-
Fly the aircraf t down very close to the runway. Do mum of 110 Knots on f inal approach.
not attempt to spike the aircraf t on the runway and
do not allow the aircraf t to balloon. Plan to touch- RUNAWAY TRIM
down at no more than 105 Knots.
The design of the aircraf t is such that nose down
NOSE COMPARTMENT DOOR stick forces may increase as airspeed increases at
nose down trim settings. These nose down forces
OPENING ON TAKEOFF may become extreme at high airspeeds and the only
way to bring these forces under control is by reduc-
If the nose compartment door opens on takeoff, ing airspeed or retrimming. Runaway trim can be
abort if sufficient runway remains. If takeoff is the result of a malfunction or inadvertent applica-
continued, maintain an airspeed that will keep the tion by a crew member. When experiencing any
door closed and land as soon as conditions permit abnormal control stick forces, assume runaway trim
using procedures described above. and proceed as follows:
CANOPY UNLOCKED DURING FLIGHT 1. Airspeed 110 to 150 Knots
If the canopy-not-locked warning light illuminates 2. With the aircraf t under control, attempt
or it is obvious the canopy is not properly locked to trim the aircraf t by using both trim
during f light, proceed as follows: buttons in turn.
1. Slow to 100 Knots while avoiding abrupt
pitch changes.
WARNING

CAUTION At speeds above 275 Knots, full nose


down trim results in extremely heavy
Speed brake should not be lowered to stick forces. Immediate reduction of
reduce airspeed. Retard throttles airspeed is required to ensure aircraf t
slowly to reduce airspeed without control.
making abrupt pitch changes.

NOTE
2. External canopy circuit switch
EXTERNAL If the nose has pitched up to a steep
attitude, add power and roll the
Access to this switch in f light is through the aircraft into a banked attitude to bring
zippered opening for the canopy declutch T- the aircraf t back to level f light.
handle.

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3. If trim continues to runaway af ter At high altitudes, set up a speed and conf iguration
retrimming, pull both trim circuit to obtain maximum glide distance.
breakers when near neutral.

NOTE WARNING

.
If the aircraf t cannot be trimmed back
to neutral (trim tab remains at the
Minimum ejection altitudes are depen-
front or back stop) pull both trim
dent upon dive angle, airspeed, and
circuit breakers to prevent potential
bank angle. Recommended minimums
trim tab f luctuation.
are 10,000 feet AGL if out of control
and 2,000 feet AGL in straight and
4. Land as soon as conditions permit using level controlled f light.
a straight-in approach.
. Attempt to slow the aircraf t as much
ERRATIC TRIM TAB FLUCTUATION as practical prior to ejecting by trading
airspeed for altitude. If the aircraf t is
If the trim tab f luctuates from stop to stop, accom- not controllable, ejection must be
plish the procedure for runaway trim and attempt accomplished at whatever airspeed
to turn off battery and generator switches at a exists.
position as near neutral trim as possible. Af ter the
aircraft is under control, pull the trim circuit break- . Do not delay ejection below 2,000 feet
ers and turn battery and generator switches back above the terrain in futile attempts to
on. Land as soon as conditions permit using a start the engine or for other reasons
straight-in approach. that may commit you to an unsafe
ejection. Accident statistics clearly
show a progressive decrease in suc-
EJECTION cessful ejections as altitude decreases
below 2,000 feet above the terrain.
.
The ejection seat escape system is designed to pro-
vide escape during level f light from 100 feet to The automatic safety belt must not be
maximum f light altitude and from 120 to 425 opened manually before ejection,
Knots. However, many variables can reduce your regardless of altitude. If the safety belt
chances for survival and most are cumulative. They is opened manually, the automatic
include altitude, airspeed, pitch and dive angles, opening feature of the parachute is
sink rate, G loads, human reaction time, etc. (See eliminated and seat separation may be
Figure 3-6). too rapid at high speeds.
In most situations, ejection at higher altitudes
(approximately 10,000 feet AGL) at reduced air- LOW ALTITUDE EJECTION
speeds compensates for these variables and allows During any low altitude ejection, the chances for
more time for ejection difficulties. successful ejection can be greatly increased by
Your chances for survival are better if you eject zooming the aircraf t (if airspeed permits) to estab-
above 2,000 feet AGL while f lying straight and level lish a positive ejection vector. Eject while the air-
at a low airspeed. When the aircraf t is controllable craft is in a wings level climb. This will result in a
at higher altitudes, trade excess airspeed and more nearly vertical trajectory for the seat and crew
excess altitude for time to accomplish before ejec- member thus providing more altitude and time for
tion procedures. seat separation and parachute deployment.

Under level f light conditions, eject at least 2,000 Emergency Minimum Ejection Altitudes
feet AGL whenever possible. The following is based on straight and level f light at
If you anticipate ejection at more than 2,000 feet 120 Knots or above.
AGL in a controlled condition, disconnect the zero-
delay lanyard to reduce chances of seat-chute-man
involvement. Once the decision is made to eject, do WARNING
not attempt to connect the zero-delay lanyard. The
time lost in connecting is greater than any advan-
A minimum airspeed of 120 Knots is
tages which may be gained.
extremely critical during emergency
Under uncontrollable conditions, eject at least low-altitude ejections to ensure rapid
10,000 feet AGL whenever possible. If the aircraf t parachute opening.
becomes uncontrollable below 10,000 feet AGL,
eject immediately, since any delay reduces your 1. With F-1B timer (1-second parachute)
chances for successful ejection. 200 feet

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Figure 3-6.

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2. With zero delay lanyard connected to 5. Turn aircraf t toward uninhabited area.
parachute ripcord handle (0-second
6. Actuate emergency oxygen cylinder (high alti-
parachute) 100 feet
tude if installed).
7. Attain proper airspeed, altitude, and attitude.
WARNING
NOTE
The emergency minimum ejection If zooming the aircraf t, apply trim to
altitudes are given only to show that prevent pitch down when the control
low altitude ejection can be stick is released for ejection.
accomplished in case of an emergency
which would require immediate
8. Disconnect oxygen hose and radio cord.
ejection. It must not be used as a basis
for delaying ejection when above 2,000
feet. EJECTION

1. HANDGRIPS RAISE
BAILOUT IF SEAT FAILS TO EJECT
If seat fails to eject when the triggers are squeezed,
a manual bailout will be required. Proceed as WARNING
follows:
1. Reduce airspeed as much as practical. Sit erect, head f irmly against
headrest, feet back.
2. Release safety belt, shoulder harness, radio,
and oxygen connections.
3. Jettison canopy. 2. TRIGGERS SQUEEZE

4. If aircraf t is controllable, trim full nose down


and apply back pressure to attain a nose-high WARNING
attitude.
5. Abruptly release stick and push free. Both triggers should be squeezed
6. If aircraf t is not controllable, bailout by diving simultaneously when possible. If only
over the trailing edge of the wing. one trigger is squeezed, the f ingers of
the opposite hand must not be between
a. If above 14,000 feet, pull the parachute the handgrip and the trigger as the
arming lanyard knob. seat may not f ire.
b. If below 14,000 feet, pull parachute rip
cord.
AFTER EJECTION
EJECTION PROCEDURE
1. Safety belt Attempt to open manually.
BEFORE EJECTION IF TIME AND CONDITIONS PER-
MIT (FIGURE 3-7) 2. Separate from seat.

1. Turn IFF to EMERGENCY A determined effort must be made to separate


from seat to obtain full parachute deployment
2. Notify appropriate ground agency of ejection at maximum terrain clearance. This is
(include type of aircraf t, number of occupants, loca- extremely important for low altitude ejections.
tion, and altitude).
3. Stow all loose equipment. 3. If safety belt is opened manually
Immediately pull parachute arming
4. Disconnect 0-delay lanyard, lower helmet lanyard (arming ball) if above 14,000
visor(s) and tighten oxygen mask and chin strap feet or the ripcord handle if below 14,000
securely. feet.

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Figure 3-7. (Sheet 1 of 3)

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Figure 3-7. (Sheet 2 of 3)

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Figure 3-7. (Sheet 3 of 3)

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if an early decision is made to go-


LANDING EMERGENCIES around.

LANDING WITH ONE ENGINE INOPERATIVE


. High gross weight coupled with high
density altitude may make a single
Single engine landings can be made using proce- engine go-around impossible.
dures similar to those used for two engine opera-
tion. Try to make the f irst attempt successful, since
recovery from an aborted landing with single engine 1. THROTTLE MILITARY.
power requires more time and distance. Turns
should be more shallow than normal. Fly the nor- 2. SPEED BRAKE IN.
mal overhead pattern but use 50% f laps. The speed
brake should not be used until on f inal approach
and landing is assured. Fly the f inal approach at WARNING
110 Knots. Full f laps may be used once landing is
assured to prevent landing long.
The speed brake must be retracted.
If gusty wind conditions are encountered, follow
normal single engine procedures, except, maintain 3. FLAPS 50%.
120 Knots in the f inal turn and on f inal. If cross-
winds require using no f laps, maintain 120 Knots
in the f inal turn and on f inal. Refer to section II for
crosswind landing touchdown procedures. WARNING

Go-around with full f laps is not


WARNING possible.

When landing with one engine inoper-


4. GEAR UP.
ative, the time for actuating of hydrau-
lic components will be noticeably Raise the landing gear only af ter you
longer. ascertain that touchdown will not occur.

5. FLAPS UP (100 Knots MINIMUM).

CAUTION HYDRAULIC SUPPLY SYSTEM FAILURE

If porpoising occurs upon touchdown, Hydraulic system failure will be indicated by a loss
do not increase power on good engine; of pressure on the hydraulic pressure indicator. If
the unequal thrust will make direc- you detect hydraulic system failure during f light,
tional control difficult. Position and land as soon as conditions permit.
hold controls to establish normal land-
ing attitude. Do not attempt to NOTE
counteract each bounce with opposite
The following systems will be lost:
stick movement.
Flaps, thrust attenuators, nose wheel
steering, normal gear extension, spoil-
ers, and speed brake.
SINGLE ENGINE GO-AROUND
1. Plan to land no-f lap from a straight-in
approach.
WARNING
2. Lower landing gear using landing gear emer-
. The chances for a successful single
gency extension procedures.
engine go-around are greatly increased 3. Stop straight ahead on the runway.

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FAILURE OF GEAR TO EXTEND LANDING GEAR EMERGENCY EXTENSION


The landing gear can be lowered with the emer-
.
NOTE
gency system as follows:
An unsafe gear indication may be an
actual gear malfunction or a system 1. Airspeed 150 Knots or below.
indicating problem. If you notice an 2. Landing gear handle DOWN.
unsafe condition and time and condi-
tions permit, check hydraulic pressure NOTE
and test the appropriate gear position
indicator light to aid in determining If the landing gear handle will not
the extent of the problem. Also, con- lower, attain sufficient altitude and
sider having another aircraf t or tower/ lower both handles simultaneously
runway supervisory unit visually while maintaining slight negative Gs.
check external gear condition.
. If any type of landing gear malfunction
3. Landing gear emergency T-handle
TURN, PULL and HOLD until all gear
occurs and the landing gear is subse- indicate DOWN and LOCKED.
quently lowered by either normal or
emergency methods, leave the landing Turn handle in direction shown by arrow (See
gear extended and land as soon as Figure 3-8).
conditions permit.
CAUTION
A malfunction of one of the main gear door sequenc-
ing switches can cause the main gear door to remain
open and the landing gear to remain retracted or
. Do not pull the emergency landing
gear T-handle unless the landing gear
partially extended. The affected landing gear may handle is down as damage to the
be extended by pulling the gear retract circuit aircraft may result.
breaker. Check the gear position indicators for a
down and locked indication.
. The T-handle must be turned
clockwise approximately 90 degrees
Normal Hydraulic Pressure Available and pulled straight out with a smooth
steady motion. Side force on the
If any gear fails to extend or if you observe an handle may jam the mechanism.
unsafe indication when landing gear handle is Applying extreme force to rotate the
placed DOWN, attempt to recycle the landing gear. handle beyond its physical limit or to
break the safety wire may render the

.
NOTE system inoperable.
You may recycle the gear as many
times as necessary. Your decision to
. Do not attempt to return the T-handle
to the ORIGINAL position af ter
either continue or abandon recycling actuating the emergency system. This
will be based on fuel remaining, will cause the air pressure to bleed off
weather conditions, etc.
. If the landing gear handle will not .
from the down side of the gear.
Do not recycle the landing gear af ter
raise when you attempt to recycle the actuating the emergency system since
gear, you may need to use the landing rupture of the hydraulic reservoir and
gear emergency override switch. in-f light f ire could result.

If one or both main landing gear fail to fully extend LANDING WITH A GEAR MALFUNCTION
after recycling, raise all gear and plan to land gear
up in the center of the runway. Refer to procedures If one or more landing gear remains up or unlocked,
for LANDING WITH A GEAR MALFUNCTION. if the nosewheel torque link fails or if all three gears
are retracted, plan on making a straight-in
No Hydraulic Pressure Available approach and proceed as follows:

If you determine that an unsafe gear indication is 1. Reduce fuel load.


the result of the loss of hydraulic pressure, do not 2. Shoulder harness LOCK.
recycle the landing gear. Refer to procedures for
LANDING GEAR EMERGENCY EXTENSION; 3. Helmet visor(s) DOWN.
and, if necessary, LANDING WITH A GEAR MAL- 4. Flaps DOWN.
FUNCTION. Plan on landing with whatever gear
can be extended or partially extended. 5. Speed brake OUT.

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After contact with the ground: corresponding to the extended gear.


Hold retracted or unlocked gear off as
6. Throttles CUT-OFF. long as possible. Use the brake on the
lowered gear to maintain directional
7. Fuel shutoff T-handles PULL OFF. control.

8. Battery OFF (Af ter aircraf t stops). . When landing with any gear
malfunction, anticipate the possibility
of departing the runway.
WARNING
. Torque link failure may cause the nose
gear to rotate 90 degrees lef t/right. It
To afford protection against explosion,
is unlikely that the nose gear can be
heat or f ire, the canopy should be
returned to center by yawing the
retained.
aircraft or other methods.

. Successful landings have been made


.
NOTE with torque link failure and the nose
If a nose gear malfunction occurs, gear rotated 90 degrees (full lef t/right).
holding it off the runway can be aided The ability to successfully land in this
by trimming the elevator full nose configuration depends on pilot skill,
down. Do not use brakes until the differential braking, groundspeed at
nosewheel is on the runway and then nosewheel contact, runway condition
only as necessary to maintain reading, and crosswinds.

.
directional control.
If nose gear torque link failure occurs,
. If the nosewheel cannot be centered,
the likelihood of maintaining
severe nosewheel shimmy is possible.
directional control may be increased if
Hold the nosewheel off the runway as
the aircraf t is landed gear up. If the
long as practical. When the nose gear
decision to land gear up is made, use
is lowered onto the runway, nose gear
the landing gear override switch to
damage will be minimized by applying
raise the landing gear. Multiple
forward stick pressure to place more
attempts at raising the landing gear
weight on the nose gear.
. If a main gear malfunction occurs,
may be necessary.

land on the side of the runway

Figure 3-8.

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UNSYMMETRICAL FLAP CONDITION may be used for short radius turns on to taxi ways
or other suitable areas if runway is too short. As a
Attempt to correct an unsymmetrical f lap condition last resort, in the event of imminent contact with
by reversing the wing f lap lever. If it is not possible obstructions, use the emergency gear retraction
to eliminate an unsymmetrical f lap condition, use procedure.
rudder and ailerons as necessary to maintain air-
craft control. Land from a straight-in approach
maintaining a minimum of 110 Knots on f inal. WARNING

Avoid contacting raised barriers. In


WARNING extreme situations the BAK-15 (rabbit
catcher) barrier may be safely
Large fuel imbalances (greater than engaged.
160 pounds) may aggravate an unsym-
metrical f lap condition to the point
where aileron control becomes margi-
nal at f inal approach airspeed. MISCELLANEOUS EMERGENCIES

FLOAT SWITCH MALFUNCTION OR FUEL BOOST


LANDING WITH A FLAT TIRE PUMP WARNING DURING FLIGHT

If a f lat tire or tread separation occurs on takeoff


If the f loat switch assembly has malfunctioned, the
with insufficient runway to abort, continue the
first indication of impending double-engine f lame-
takeoff, leave landing gear extended, and land. If
out due to fuel starvation will be a slow increase of
the nose tire is f lat, hold it off the runway until just
indicated fuel on the fuel quantity indicator. The
prior to losing elevator control. Af ter touchdown,
amount of increase will vary with the distribution of
trim full nose down to assist holding nose tire off
fuel on board and the aircraf t attitude. This will be
runway. Use nosewheel steering and brakes for
followed by illumination of the fuel boost pump
directional control. With one main tire f lat, land on
warning light and subsequent fuel f low f luctua-
the side of the runway corresponding to the good
tions. Double-engine f lameout will occur within a
tire. Use brakes and nosewheel steering for direc-
few seconds of boost pump light illumination.
tional control.

If main tire tread separation occurs, the brake line WARNING


may be damaged. Land in the center of the runway
because of the possibility of tire and/or brake failure
after touchdown. Consider reducing your fuel load If the fuel boost pump light has illumi-
before attempting to land. nated due to a fuel starvation in the
fuselage tank, continued engine opera-
tion is questionable regardless of how
WHEEL BRAKE FAILURE rapidly corrective action is taken.
Depending on altitude, consideration
When making a landing with a wheel brake inoper- should be given to immediate initia-
ative, land on the side of the runway corresponding tion of EMERGENCY AIRSTART
to the inoperative brake. Consider reducing your procedure.
fuel load before attempting to land.

NOTE
If the fuel boost pump warning light illuminates
Each brake master cylinder is inde- during normal f light or fuselage tank fuel depletion
pendent. In case of wheel brake fail- is suspected, accomplish the following:
ure (during dual f light) check both sets
of brake pedals.
1. Fuel system EMERGENCY.

2. Thrust REDUCE TO MINIMUM


After touchdown, use nosewheel steering and the
PRACTICAL.
good brake to maintain directional control and stop
the aircraf t. If both wheel brakes fail, use maxi-
mum aerodynamic braking. Nosewheel steering 3. Fuselage tank CHECK QUANTITY.

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4. Do not perform inverted or less than one


G f light. CAUTION

WARNING Fuel leaks could occur elsewhere in the


system with less than 200 pph fuel
. Do not reset a popped fuel boost pump
f low differential and which would not
be detectable by turning off the boost
circuit breaker. A short circuit and pump. If a fuel f low difference is
accompanying arcing in an enclosed observed and is accompanied by fuel
fuel cell could result in an explosion.
.
fumes, fuel f low f luctuations, engines
If boost pump is inoperative, the surges or other abnormal indications,
engines will f lame out during less it may be indicative of a fuel leak. In
than one G f light conditions, and an this instance the high fuel f low
airstart will be prevented by an procedure should be applied.
airlock. If boost pump is inoperative,
land as soon as practical.
If a signif icant drop occurs (fuel f low reading on
high engine becomes approximately equal to the
NOTE opposite engine):
The fuel boost pump warning light
may f licker momentarily near 0 G 2. Fuel shutoff T-handle (affected engine)
conditions due to a momentary lack of PULL-OFF.
fuel at the pressure switch located in
the fuel line. 3. Throttle (affected engine) CUT-OFF.
After engine RPM begins to decrease.

HIGH FUEL FLOW 4. Fuel boost pump switch ON.

A signif icant fuel leak between the fuel f low trans- CAUTION
mitter and engine driven fuel pumps may be
observed by indications on the fuel f low indicators.
If an abnormally high f low rate (200 pounds differ- A signif icant drop indicates a leak in
ence between gages and/or above the normally the fuel supply line between the fuel
expected f low for pressure altitude and power set- f low transmitter and engine driven
ting) is observed on one of the fuel f low indicators, fuel pumps.
accomplish the following:

1. Fuel boost pump switch OFF. If no


drop or only a slight drop in fuel f low FUEL IMBALANCE
occurs, suspect a fuel f low indicator 1. If imbalance exceeds 160 pounds, place the
malfunction and turn on the boost pump fuel system switch in EMERGENCY.
switch.
2. Make checks at frequent intervals to ascertain
if the imbalance condition has been alleviated or is
WARNING decreasing.
a. If the imbalance condition has been
If a fuel leak is suspected during alleviated, return the fuel system switch to
ground operations, immediately NORMAL.
shutdown both engines and accomplish b. If the imbalance condition has not been
an emergency ground egress. alleviated or becomes more pronounced, abort the
mission.

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3. If the condition reoccurs, place the fuel system . Neither the lights nor any of the radios will
in EMERGENCY and abort the mission. operate.
. Speed brake, spoilers, thrust attenuators, and
nosewheel steering cannot be operated.
WARNING
. Normal gear sequencing will not be available.
. Under normal conditions, full control
Placing the gear handle down will extend the
gear and gear doors simultaneously.
of the aircraf t can be maintained
under any imbalance condition. Antici-
pate a wing heavy condition at traffic CAUTION
pattern airspeeds. However, a fuel
imbalance accompanied by a full
unsymmetric f lap condition may result Should you experience complete elec-
in insufficient aileron control at f inal trical failure, use the landing gear
approach airspeeds. When landing emergency extension system to ensure
with a fuel imbalance greater than 160 the gear is down.

.
pounds, f ly a straight-in approach. If
f laps are used, lowering them in incre- Fuel system will automatically be on emergency
ments of 20 to 30 percent will reduce gravity feed system and the fuel boost pump will
the effects of an unsymmetrical f lap be inoperative.
condition, should it occur.
. If the fuel quantity in either wing tank
does not decrease, fuel may be trapped WARNING
in the wing cells. Note the amount of
fuel in that tank and subtract it from
the total fuel on board to determine If f light must be continued with bat-
usable fuel remaining. tery and generators off, avoid less than
1 G f light as the fuel boost pump will
be inoperative and engine f lameout
may occur due to cavitation of the
NOTE
engine driven fuel pump. Under these
A slight amount of yaw (i,e., improper conditions, engine restart will be
rudder trim) may cause or aggravate a impossible.
fuel imbalance when operating the fuel
system in normal or emergency. A
small amount of rudder trim into the . Trim tabs will remain as set prior to electrical
heavy wing may alleviate this failure. Land as soon as conditions permit.
condition.

WARNING
COMPLETE ELECTRICAL FAILURE

Complete electrical failure is evidenced by a zero Instrument f lying is impossible,


reading from both loadmeters and failure of all because all radio communication
electrically operated equipment. This condition pri- equipment and essential f light instru-
marily arises because of failure of the generators. If ments will be inoperative.
failure of the generators is not detected, the battery
will not support the heavy load required for normal
f light. A frequent check of the loadmeter readings, GENERATOR FAILURE
especially during night f lights, is recommended.

If complete electrical failure occurs: If both generators fail and battery power is still
. All electrical indicators and warning systems
available, turn off all nonessential electrical equip-
ment to conserve battery and land as soon as condi-
will be inoperative. tions permit.

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INVERTER FAILURE 2. Loadmeters CHECK.

Inverter failure can be detected by observing the If loadmeters return to normal, battery is
instruments receiving ac power (see Figure 1-12). If faulty. Leave battery switch OFF and land as
the attitude indicator, heading indicator, fuel quan- soon as conditions permit.
tity gage or fuel f lowmeters cease to function, place If loadmeters remain high:
the inverter switch to SPARE.
3. Generators OFF.

WARNING
WARNING
On aircraf t equipped with the MXU-
553 Flight History Recorder System, If f light must be continued with
the load must be reduced prior to battery and generators off, avoid less
switching to SPARE inverter. This can than 1 G f light as the fuel boost pump
be accomplished by pulling the utility will be inoperative and engine
lights circuit breaker which will deac- f lameout may occur due to cavitation
tivate both the utility lights and the of the engine driven fuel pump. Under
recorder. The circuit breaker is located these conditions, engine restart will be
on the right instrument circuit breaker impossible.
panel (Figure 1-11).

.
NOTE
HIGH LOADMETER READING The interruption and reapplication of
dc power will start the J-2 heading
Continued operation at idle or battery engine starts system fast slave cycle. Use caution
may result in loadmeter reading above 0.5. If one or when applying this procedure,
both loadmeters show a reading above 0.8 during particularly in actual weather
conditions.
.
first 10 minutes of f light or 0.5 thereaf ter, proceed
as follows: If battery and generators must be lef t
off and instrument f lying must be
continued, switch to spare inverter.
CAUTION
4. All dc accessories OFF.
Any electrical accessory malfunction
indicates a need to check the loadme- 5. Monitor loadmeters while turning
ters. Abnormal readings are usually battery and generators ON. Turn only
caused by a faulty voltage regulator or essential dc electrical accessories ON,
a faulty battery. Continued operation one at a time. If the faulty system is
with a high loadmeter may result in located during this process, turn
battery failure, burning or explosion defective unit OFF unless it is critical
and extensive damage to other electri- for f light. Land as soon as conditions
cal components. Immediate checklist permit.
compliance may prevent further dam-
age which could result in complete ZERO/NEGATIVE LOADMETER READING
electrical failure/electrical f ire. If a loadmeter indicates a zero reading, proceed as
follows:
If only one loadmeter is high: 1. Corresponding generator OFF.
1. Generator (high loadmeter) OFF. 2. Land as soon as conditions permit.

2. Opposite loadmeter CHECK. OIL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION


If loadmeter is below 0.8, land as soon as If an oil system malfunction (as evidenced by high
conditions permit. If loadmeter reads 0.8 or or low oil pressure) has caused prolonged oil starva-
above, turn both generators on and continue tion of engine bearings, the result will be a progres-
with procedures for two high loadmeters. sive bearing failure and subsequent engine seizure.
This progression of bearing failure starts slowly and
If both loadmeters are high: will normally continue at a slow rate up to a certain
point at which the progression accelerates rapidly
1. Battery OFF. to complete bearing failure.

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The time interval from the moment of oil starvation 2. Diluter lever 100 PERCENT
to complete failure depends on such factors as: OXYGEN.
condition of the bearings prior to oil starvation,
operating temperature of bearings, and bearing 3. Emergency lever EMERGENCY.
loads. If a complete loss of lubricating oil is exper-
ienced, a possibility exists for several minutes of
engine operation at power settings near idle. At 4. Connections CHECK SECURITY.
power settings above idle, a bearing failure will
probably occur within 1 to 3 minutes af ter complete
loss of oil. WARNING

Bearing failure due to oil starvation is generally


If you do not feel positive pressure or if
characterized by a rapidly increasing vibration.
you suspect the aircraf t’s oxygen
When the vibration becomes moderate to heavy,
system is contaminated, consider
complete failure is only seconds away and in most
using the emergency oxygen cylinder.
instances the pilot will increase the chances of a
If you suspect the aircraf t’s oxygen
successful ejection or single engine landing by shut-
system is contaminated, you should
ting down the affected engine. Since the end result
disconnect the aircraf t oxygen hose
of oil starvation is engine seizure, the following
after activating the emergency oxygen
procedures should be observed in an attempt to
cylinder. One possible source of oxygen
forestall seizure as long as possible. At the f irst
contamination is a cockpit
sustained indication of oil system malfunction.
compartment bleed air leak that can
1. Throttle (affected engine) RETARD burn a hole in the aircraf t’s low-
(Maintain oil pressure within 3 to 65 pressure f lexible oxygen hoses
psi.) positioned next to and behind the
pilot’s seat. The heated hose will
2. Throttle (affected engine) CUT-OFF produce a burning plastic smell which
(Oil pressure cannot be maintained contaminates the air supply to the
within 3 to 65 psi.) pilot. To prevent possible exposure of
pure oxygen to a hot bleed air source,
3. G forces MINIMIZE. Avoid all abrupt position the oxygen supply lever to
maneuvers causing high G forces. OFF.

NOTE
Unmodified J69-T-25 only. 5. Breathe at a rate and depth slightly less
than normal until symptoms disappear.
Engine oil pressure above 45 psi will
result in oil loss through the rear
bearing steel and smoke may be 6. Descend below 10,000 feet and land as
evident in the exhaust. At pressures soon as conditions permit.
above 65 psi, oil loss becomes excessive
and depletion may shortly result. NOTE
Oxygen supply is rapidly reduced
when either or both crew members
OXYGEN SYSTEM EMERGENCY OPERATION
demand 100 percent oxygen or when
In the event either pilot detects the symptoms of the emergency lever is in the
hypoxia or hyperventilation, proceed as follows: EMERGENCY position or held in the
TEST MASK position.
1. Supply lever ON.

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SECTION IV
CREW DUTIES
Crew duties are not applicable in this aircraf t.

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SECTION V
OPERATING LIMITATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Operating Limitations ......................................... 5-1 Prohibited Maneuvers.......................................... 5-4


Minimum Crew Requirements............................ 5-1 Center of Gravity Limitations............................. 5-4
Engine Limitations .............................................. 5-1 Weight Limitations .............................................. 5-4

OPERATING LIMITATIONS to 101.5% RPM or below and abort. Make an appro-


priate entry in the Form 781, indicating highest
This section includes aircraf t and engine limita- RPM, exhaust gas temperature and duration (in
tions which must be observed during normal opera- seconds) of overspeed above 103% RPM.
tion. These limitations are derived from extensive
wind tunnel and f light testing to ensure your safety NOTE
and to help obtain maximum utility from the equip-
ment. The instrument dials are marked as shown in A 3% decrease in maximum obtainable
Figure 5-1 as a constant reminder of airspeed and engine RPM is acceptable above 20,000
engine limitations; however, additional limitations feet.
on operational procedures, aerobatics, and aircraf t
loading are given in the following paragraphs.

EXCESSIVE ENGINE EXHAUST GAS TEMPERATURE


MINIMUM CREW REQUIREMENTS
The minimum crew requirement for this aircraf t is If temperature limits are exceeded, adjust the throt-
one pilot in the lef t seat. tles immediately to maintain the limits and make
an entry in the Form 781, indicating the highest
RPM, exhaust gas temperature, and duration (in
ENGINE LIMITATIONS seconds) of the overtemperature. If 780 degrees is
exceeded, the mission should be aborted.
Engine limitations are shown in Figure 5-1 and are
based on Standard Day sea level conditions.
NOTE
ENGINE RPM LIMITATIONS If the EGT indicates less than 600oC
(with throttles at MILITARY) during
Normal ground idle operations is 36% to 40% RPM. the lineup check, the engine requires
The engine RPM gauges should read within 2% of minor adjustment and an appropriate
each other with throttles at idle. 98.5% to 101.5% entry should be made in the Form 781
RPM - limits for full throttle operation. If RPM upon completion of the f light.
during the lineup check is above 101.5% RPM or
below 98.5% RPM, abort and make an entry in the
Form 781. 103% RPM is over the speed limit.
OIL PRESSURE
Flight conditions during climbs and dives may
result in temporary RPM increases, (as high as
103% RPM), which are characteristic of the engine Normal oil pressure for continuous operation is 10
fuel control and are permissible. When these condi- to 45 psi. Oil pressure as low as 3 psi is acceptable
tions occur; however, adjust throttles to maintain with engine RPM at idle. Due to the slow warm-up
engine speeds at or below 101.5% RPM. of engine oil temperature at the low RPM settings
associated with ground operations, oil pressure as
If RPM reaches between 101.5% and 103% during high as 65 psi is acceptable for initial takeoff. Af ter
level f light, adjust throttles to maintain engine five minutes of f light, oil pressure should be within
speeds at below 101.5%. Make an entry in the Form normal limits. A total of 10 (±5) psi f luctuation is
781 at the completion of the mission. allowable if the mean pressure is in the continuous
operating range. If oil pressure limits are exceeded,
RPM in excess of 103% constitutes an engine over- abort the mission and refer to Section III, Oil Sys-
speed. When this condition occurs, adjust throttles tem Malfunction.

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Figure 5-1. (Sheet 1 of 2)

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Figure 5-1. (Sheet 2 of 2)

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LOADMETER LIMITATIONS 5. Maneuvers performed by trim alone.


. The loadmeters should be checked immediately 6. Trimming in a dive at a speed within 20 Knots
of the limiting structural airspeed, unless essential
after takeoff and every 15 minutes thereaf ter.
After 10 minutes of f light, loadmeter reading to relieve excessive stick forces.
should be 0.5 or below. Maximum loadmeter for 7. Practice maneuvers with one engine
takeoff is 0.8.
. The difference in loadmeter readings should not
inoperative.
8. Negative G f light for more than 30 seconds.
exceed 0.2. If the difference exceeds 0.2, an
appropriate entry shall be made in the Form 781
upon completion of the mission indicating NOTE
loadmeter readings and duration of f light when Any maneuver resulting in prolonged
the unequal reading was noted. negative acceleration will result in
engine f lameout. There is no means of
FUEL FLOW FLUCTUATION LIMITATIONS ensuring a continuous f low of fuel for
more than 30 seconds in this attitude.
Fuel f low f luctuations not accompanied by EGT,
RPM f luctuations or actual engine surges are
acceptable. Suspect a faulty gaging system and
monitor the engine instruments for any other
abnormal indications.
CENTER OF GRAVITY LIMITATIONS
Fuel f low f luctuations accompanied by EGT or The aircraf t is always loaded so that any expendi-
RPM f luctuations or actual engine surges are not ture of load or shif t in crew members will result in a
acceptable. Reduce engine RPM to idle, and abort. center of gravity within satisfactory limits.

PROHIBITED MANEUVERS WEIGHT LIMITATIONS


The following maneuvers are prohibited:
The maximum gross weight should not exceed 7200
1. Vertical (whip) stalls. pounds. Above this weight, structural failure may
2. Snap rolls. result if a load factor in excess of 6.67 Gs is
obtained. See Figure 5-2.
3. Spins, with a fuel imbalance in excess of 70
pounds indicated and/or a total fuel load of more
Hard landings at high gross weights may result in
than 1400 pounds.
structural damage. If you experience a hard land-
4. Intentional f ishtail-type maneuver by ing, record it in the Form 781. Include the acceler-
repeated rudder reversal. ometer indication in the entry.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

Figure 5-2.

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SECTION VI
FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Flight Characteristics .......................................... 6-1 Longitudinal Stability.......................................... 6-6


Stalls ..................................................................... 6-1
Abrupt Control Stick Movements
Spins...................................................................... 6-2
(Elevator)............................................................. 6-7
Flight Controls ..................................................... 6-6
Diving.................................................................... 6-6 Speed Brake and Thrust Attenuators ................ 6-7

FLIGHT CHARACTERISTICS cause pitch oscillations. A rapid forward movement


on the control stick will cause the aircraf t to pitch
This aircraf t is designed for stability, safety, and forward rapidly resulting in immediate stall recov-
good f light characteristics throughout its opera- ery. As the stall progresses, control effectiveness is
tional speed range. The f light controls are effective lost in the following order: aileron, elevator, and
through all permissible maneuvers. rudder. During stall recovery, control effectiveness
is regained in the reverse order: rudder, elevator,
and aileron. Lowering f laps will decrease stall
speed but will also signif icantly increase thrust
WARNING
required to maintain level f light. Aileron and eleva-
tor control remains good in f lap-down stalls and
Ensure that the fuel boost pump is recovery is easily obtained. Stalls with the gear and
operating before doing any inverted f laps extended usually result in a roll and yaw to
f lying or other maneuvers resulting in the lef t or right which is easily controlled by appli-
prolonged negative G force (5 seconds cation of proper aileron and rudder except under
or more). This is in addition to the fuel severe stall conditions. Anytime the speed brake is
boost pump check required during used, aircraf t buffet will occur but this buffet
ground operation prior to take-off. If should not be construed as stall warning.
boost pump is inoperative, the engines
will f lame out during inverted f lying FLAPS LESS THAN 25%
or less than one G f light conditions,
and an airstart will be prevented by an Stalls will be preceded by heavy buffeting approxi-
air lock. If boost pump is inoperative, mately 4 Knots above the stall speed. During accel-
land as soon as practical. erated stall entries, stall warning occurs approxi-
mately 8 Knots above stall speeds.
NOTE FLAPS 25% OR GREATER
The right seat occupant should use
caution when gripping the throttles Spoilers Extended
during negative G maneuvers as it is
possible to inadvertently lif t the throt- The airspeed at which the spoilers extend varies
tles over the idle detent. with aircraf t maneuvers. It may be as low as 72
KIAS in straight and level 1 G unaccelerated f light
to as high as 90 KIAS during turns or accelerated
STALLS f light. Artif icial stall warning will occur between 4
and 10 Knots above stall speed. Aileron and eleva-
The T-37B exhibits natural stall waring in all con- tor control remains good and recovery is easily
figurations until the f laps are extended up to 25%. obtained. See Figure 6-1.
At higher f lap settings, natural stall warning is
absent; therefore, a spoiler system has been incor- Spoilers Not Extended
porated to provide artif icial stall warning in this
situation. Lateral control throughout the stall is Stall warning will be absent with the spoilers not
good and no uncontrollable rolling tendencies occur; extended. However, an unaccelerated stall is gentle
however, rapid or large aileron inputs will aggra- with a slight, easy to control rolling tendency and is
vate the stall and could lead to an inadvertent spin. characterized by a rapid onset of airframe buffet
Elevator control throughout the stall is very good; which occurs simultaneously with a stagnation of
however, holding the control stick full back will nose movement.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

Figure 6-1.

ERECT NORMAL SPINS


WARNING The T-37 will spin in either direction from a 1G stall
or accelerated entry by applying full back stick and
Do not exceed 45 degrees angle of bank full rudder in the direction of the desired spin.
in the f inal turn. Abrupt control inputs
and/ or bank angles exceeding 45
.
NOTE
degrees during the f inal turn may
The T-37 will spin with neutral rudder
result in an instantaneous departure if held for a prolonged time in a full af t
from controlled f light with little or no stick stall. The stall preceding the spin
stall warning. Altitude may be insuffi- will be characterized by heavy buffet.
cient for recovery from this situation
prior to ground impact. . Spin development is slower from an
accelerated stall, and the buffet pre-
ceding the spin will be more intense.
Application of spin prevention proce-
dures prior to spin development (in the
incipient phase) will normally recover
SPINS the aircraf t immediately.

SPIN CHARACTERISTICS Spin entry is not violent, but will vary depending on
gross weight and type of entry. Low gross weight,
low pitch attitude, lef t spins, and accelerated
The T-37 has four spin modes: erect normal (decel- entries will make entries faster and more oscilla-
erated), erect accelerated, inverted decelerated, and tory. The more oscillatory entries take longer to
inverted accelerated. develop and stabilize.

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T.O. 1T-37B-1

If the stick is held full af t and the rudder is held at SPIN PREVENTION
full def lection, the f irst turn of the spin is more like
a roll with the nose dropping below the horizon in When an inadvertent spin is suspected, initiate the
the f irst half and rising above the horizon in the spin prevention. Simultaneously use stick forces as
last half. Succeeding turns will cause the oscilla- necessary to break the stall, apply rudder as neces-
tions to progressively damp out and the nose will sary to eliminate the yaw, and check the throttles in
tend to remain below the horizon. At very low fuel idle. Use ailerons to stop the roll only af ter the stall
remaining, the spin tends to be initially f lat and the is broken and then return the aircraf t to level
nose may remain above the horizon for as many as f light. If full prevention controls (rudder and eleva-
three turns. tor) have been applied and if the nose remains
below the horizon and the rotation stabilizes at an
When all oscillations are damped, the nose will increased rate, the spin has accelerated too much
stabilize at -40 to -45 degrees pitch attitude. The for spin prevention procedures to be effective. Con-
altitude loss is approximately 550 feet per turn, sequently, a spin recovery will be necessary.
completing a turn in about three seconds. The
aircraft will spin at different rates depending on
NOTE
the amount of fuel on board. The heavier the
aircraft, the slower the spin rate and vice versa. To avoid inadvertent engine shutdown
during either an intentional or unin-
ERECT ACCELERATED SPINS tentional spin prevent, the pilot should
remove his/her hand from the throttles
The accelerated spin is caused by spinning with the after the power has been checked in
elevator control in some position other then full idle. The pilot may resume control of
back stick. The highest stabilized rotation rate the throttles af ter the spinning stops
occurs with the stick full forward and with full and the dive recovery has been
rudder opposite to the direction of rotation. When initiated.
starting from an erect normal spin, this condition is
difficult to attain, as the controls must be moved
abnormally slowly, requiring a minimum of four The degree of control def lection necessary to pre-
seconds to move the controls from stop to stop. If vent the spin depends on how far the spin has
controls are moved too rapidly, the aircraf t will developed and how much it has accelerated. In
recover. some cases, full control def lection may be required.
Do not use abrupt control movements, but do use
The accelerated spin is characterized by lowering of the controls positively. As the controls are applied,
the nose and increasing rate of rotation. As the spin the rate of rotation may increase until the controls
progresses from normal to the accelerated condi- become effective. Applying stick forces as necessary
tion, lateral accelerations will be felt and the air- to eliminate all stall indications is imperative since
craft will whip as the rate of rotation increases. A any degree of stall will reduce the possibility of a
new stabilized rotation rate is reached shortly af ter successful spin prevention.
the accelerated control position is established.

INVERTED DECELERATED SPINS


WARNING
The inverted spin can be entered only from a nega-
tive G stall. One way this can occur is by transition-
Control pressures necessary to prevent
ing from an erect spin due to improper recovery
an inadvertent spin may differ from
technique.
those normally experienced during
practice spin preventions due to
INVERTED ACCELERATED SPINS
increased acceleration, the position of
The inverted spin can be accelerated by allowing aircraft trim or aircraf t conf iguration.
the controls to free f loat or by placing the elevator
in some position other then full forward stick. As
with the erect accelerated spin, the nose drops and Spin prevention procedures are most effective when
rotation rate increases until a new stabilized rate is employed at the early stages of spin development.
reached. Stall and yaw conditions can be easily controlled,
rotation will slow and the recovery is almost instan-
LANDING CONFIGURATION SPINS taneous. Aircraf t response to spin prevention con-
trol inputs becomes slower as the spin nears full
Landing conf iguration spins are normally charac- development. Increased time will be necessary for
terized by a near SNAP into the f irst turn of the the controls to become effective, the rotation rate
spin. The pitch attitude in a stabilized landing will be more pronounced, and the nose may lower to
configuration spin is approximately 20 degrees the vertical attitude. At this point, a successful
lower than the normal erect spin. recovery is usually imminent.

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SPIN RECOVERIES

Spin Recovery WARNING

The following procedure will recover aircraf t from


any spin: . Both intentional and inadvertent spins
can be disorienting. Therefore, it is
1. THROTTLES IDLE. imperative that you determine the
correct direction of rotation before
NOTE continuing the recovery procedure.
To avoid inadvertent engine shutdown
during either an intentional or
. If rudder in the direction of rotation is
unintentional spin, the pilot should used during an attempted recovery,
remove his/her hand from the throttles the nose will pitch down when the
after the power has been checked in stick is moved forward, the rotation
idle. The pilot may resume control of rate will increase; more than normal
the throttles af ter the spinning stops stick forces may be required to move
and the dive recovery has been and hold the stick forward. Under
initiated. most conditions, recovery will not
occur if these control positions are
held.
2. RUDDER AND AILERONS
NEUTRAL.

3. STICK ABRUPTLY FULL AFT AND


HOLD.
NOTE
a. If spin is inverted, a rapid and At lower gross weights, opposite
positive recovery will normally occur rudder may stop the spin prior to one
within one turn. turn. If this occurs, recover from the
erect stall by easing the stick forward
and neutralize the rudder, then
WARNING recover from the ensuing dive.

If the spin is inverted and has


accelerated excessively or if the stick is
moved fully af t slowly instead of 5. STICK ABRUPTLY FULL FORWARD
abruptly, the aircraf t may continue to ONE TURN AFTER APPLYING
spin inverted. In either case the RUDDER.
missed attempt is due to acceleration
of the spin. If this occurs, full forward
stick should be abruptly applied and a. As the nose pitches down near the
held as long as necessary to decelerate vertical, neutralize the elevator while
the spin followed by abruptly moving continuing to hold rudder until
the stick full af t. For all recovery rotation has stopped. Do not allow
attempts, ensure that you comply with the stick to move af t of neutral until
the f irst three steps of the spin recovery is affected.
recovery procedure.

b. If the spinning stops, neutralize


controls and recover from the ensuing b. If the stick is held forward af ter the
dive. nose pitches down near the vertical,
the aircraf t attitude can be past the
c. If spinning continues, use the turn vertical upon recovery. In this
needle and outside references to position, the aircraf t will transition
determine the direction of rotation into an inverted spin unless controls
and proceed with the following steps. are neutralized immediately.

4. RUDDER ABRUPTLY APPLY FULL


RUDDER OPPOSITE SPIN c. Recovery should occur within one and
DIRECTION (OPPOSITE TURN three-fourths turns from the point at
NEEDLE) AND HOLD. which recovery rudder was applied.

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d. If forward stick is applied before Erect Normal Spins


rudder effectiveness is obtained, the
From an initial condition of stick af t and rudder in
spin will momentarily speed up and
the direction of spin, the nose will lower slightly
recovery may take slightly longer.
when the rudder is neutralized and initially the
rotation rate will increase slightly. As the neutral
rudder becomes effective the rotation rate will
WARNING decrease slightly and remain constant. When rud-

. Use extreme caution when performing


der opposite to the direction of rotation is applied,
the nose drops slightly and the apparent rotation
rate will increase slightly. Af ter approximately
maneuvers with two hands on the
stick to preclude inadvertent trim one-half turn, the apparent rotation rate will be
actuation. constant or decreasing slightly; aircraf t buffet may
. If controls are properly applied and
be apparent. Full rudder effectiveness under all
conditions will be developed by one turn. As for-
held, the aircraf t will always recover ward stick is applied, the nose drops sharply and
using the Spin Recovery procedure. rotation will stop within one-fourth to three-fourths
Recovery attempts usually fail because of a turn.
of misapplication of controls. If
recovery controls are not held long Erect Accelerated Spins
enough, a recovery may not be
From any control position, neutralize the rudder
effected. If a second attempt is
and abruptly move the stick full af t and hold. As
necessary, make it deliberate and
the stick is moved full af t, the nose raises and the
ensure that full rudder (verify opposite
rotation rate will start to decrease. The decrease in
to turn needle) is held until the
rotation rate may not be immediately apparent, but
spinning has stopped and that full
the aircraf t immediately transitions to a normal
forward stick is maintained until the
condition for recovery; i.e., a normal spin recovery
nose pitches down near the vertical.
(opposite rudder for one turn and forward stick) can
Multiple attempts should be avoided
then be made without further delay.
since altitude loss will be excessive
and unnecessary acceleration may Inverted Decelerated Spins
result.
With the aircraf t spinning inverted, neutralize rud-
der and abruptly move the stick full af t. A rapid
and positive recovery will occur within one turn.
6. CONTROLS NEUTRAL AFTER The aircraf t rolls rapidly into a nose-low erect stall
SPINNING STOPS AND RECOVER condition, similar to the nose-down vertical attitude
FROM DIVE. seen in the erect spin recovery and rotation stops
within one turn. When the rotation has def initely
NOTE stopped, ease forward on the stick and break the
stall. The aircraf t can be held in the stalled condi-
After the spinning stops and the dive
tion for prolonged periods of time; however, if it is
recovery has been initiated, the pilot
held in the stall long enough, it will eventually
may resume control of the throttles.
progress into a normal spin. Although the recovery
This should lessen the likelihood of the
is very abrupt, it is not excessively violent and is
right seat occupant inadvertently
well within the structural limits of the aircraf t.
lifting the throttles over the idle
detent when gripping the throttles
during negative ″G″ conditions
associated with the spin recovery.

SPIN RECOVERY CHARACTERISTICS

Recovery characteristics using the Spin Recovery


are as follows:

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Inverted Accelerated Spins brake are controllable throughout the operating


speed range. Refer to section III for runaway trim
With the aircraf t spinning inverted, neutralize rud- procedures.
der and abruptly move the stick full af t. Recovery
will be similar to the inverted decelerated spin,
although response to control inputs will be more
sluggish. WARNING

To preclude inadvertent trim actua-


WARNING tion, aircrews should use extreme cau-
tion when performing maneuvers with
two hands on the stick.
If the spin is inverted and has acceler-
ated excessively or if the stick is moved
fully af t slowly instead of abruptly, the DIVING
aircraft may continue to spin inverted.
In either case the missed attempt is The aircraf t performs well in high-speed dives and
due to acceleration of the spin. If this let-downs. A slight decrease in directional stability
occurs, full forward stick should be may occur at high speeds and high altitudes in
abruptly applied and held as long as dives with the speed brake extended and will be
necessary to decelerate the spin fol- noticeable to the pilot by a HUNTING motion of the
lowed by abruptly moving the stick full nose.
aft. For all recovery attempts, ensure
The limit Mach number is .70 at low load factors
that you comply with the f irst three
and it decreases as Gs are pulled. Above this Mach
steps of the spin recovery procedure.
number, the aircraf t tends to tuck under, the dive
angle increases and considerable back pressure is
Landing Configuration Spins required to prevent the dive angle from increasing.
If a landing conf iguration spin is entered, immedi- Because forward speed must decrease before recov-
ately apply spin prevention procedures. If spin pre- ery from this type of dive can be accomplished, a
vention is unsuccessful, execute the spin recovery. large loss in altitude results (See Figure 6-2). The
The aircraf t may not appear to react initially to aircraft will also experience heavy buffeting at high
control inputs. However, if the spin recovery proce- speeds above the critical Mach number. For a
dures are used, the number of turns to recover detailed breakdown on the effect of normal accelera-
should be identical to the clean conf iguration. Gear tion on limiting Mach number, see Figure 5-2.
and f laps should be retracted as soon as possible
NOTE
after rotation stops to prevent excessive structural
loads. A maximum allowable airspeed of 275
KIAS shall be observed. The aircraf t
FLIGHT CONTROLS will not be f lown above this airspeed
due to longitudinal instability and/or
PRIMARY CONTROLS rudder f lutter.
The primary f light controls (ailerons, elevators and
rudder) are very effective. The ailerons will remain LONGITUDINAL STABILITY
effective throughout the speed range from limiting
speed to stall speed. The elevators provide ade- Some aircraf t exhibit longitudinal instability at
quate pitch control to maneuver to the limiting load speeds above 250 KIAS. Positive longitudinal sta-
condition in the useful speed range. Caution should bility is def ined as the tendency for the aircraf t to
be exercised with regard to overcontrol during return to its trimmed condition when maneuvered
maneuvers because of sensitivity of the elevators. to other than trimmed condition. For example:
Directional control (rudder and ailerons combined) Positive stability is exhibited when nose-up stick
is ample to hold an on-course heading down to stall forces tend to increase as airspeed increases. The
with only one engine operating. instability exhibited by some T-37s causes nose-
down stick forces to increase as airspeed is
CONTROL TRIM TABS
increased for some trim settings. Introduction of
The control surface trim tabs will effectively reduce excessive elevator trim either inadvertently or due
the control forces to zero for the useful f light range to system malfunction during maneuvers can result
and operating extremes of the aircraf t. Caution in extreme stick forces during recovery. Recovery
should be exercised in trimming the aircraf t in from maneuvers/conditions where extremely high
high-dive speeds. (Refer to Section V, Operating stick forces are encountered may be facilitated by
Limitations.) Out-of-trim stick forces caused by using elevator trim. Continuous application of trim
operation of the f laps, landing gear, and speed should not be used as an overstress condition could

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occur. Short intermittent use of trim is the recom-


mended technique of changing trim.
Use care not to dive at steep angles for prolonged
periods without monitoring airspeed. Execute pull-
out if maximum allowable airspeed is approached.
WARNING

At speeds above 275 KIAS full nose ABRUPT CONTROL STICK


down trim results in extremely heavy MOVEMENTS (ELEVATOR)
stick forces. Immediate reduction of
airspeed is required to ensure aircraf t Abrupt control stick movements (stop to stop in less
control. than 0.5 seconds) during unsymmetric maneuvers
can cause failure of the horizontal stabilizer when
f lying above 210 KIAS. There may be no indication
of excessive Gs on the cockpit accelerometer. As
CAUTION airspeed increases above 210 KIAS, the rate of
control stick movement required to structurally
The maximum allowable airspeed can damage the horizontal stabilizer becomes
be exceeded when the aircraf t is delib- proportionally less.
erately dived at very steep angles.
Never allow the aircraf t to exceed the The limits depicted in the Operating Flight
maximum allowable airspeed. Strength Chart (Figure 5-2), which are applicable to
nonabrupt control stick movements remain valid.
If limiting structural speed is exceeded, it can be
detected by: SPEED BRAKE AND THRUST
1. A rapid change in trim which requires ATTENUATORS
considerable back pressure to keep the
dive angle from increasing. The speed brake is used to increase the aircraf t
drag for recovery from a high-speed dive, to improve
2. Buffeting of the aircraf t and controls. descent rate from altitude, and to increase the
approach angle during landing. The speed brake is
The recovery procedure is as follows: designed to give a minimum pitching moment
change and one a small amount of nose UP trim is
3. Maintain stick force to keep aircraf t necessary on speed brake extension. Extension of
from increasing dive angle. the speed brake causes a noticeable buffet which
decreases in intensity as airspeed is reduced.
4. Throttles IDLE.
The thrust attenuators are designed to reduce the
5. Speed Brake OUT.
effective thrust of the engine and serve the same
As altitude is lost and speed decreases below purpose as the speed brake. Extension of the
maximum allowable, a normal pull-out may be attenuators causes no noticeable pitch change. They
executed. enable the pilot to maintain a higher engine RPM
on landing so that faster accelerations will be
available for go-around situations without
f lattening the approach angle. Both the speed
WARNING brake and the attenuators may be safely extended
at any speed within the useful range of operation.
If you are lower than 10,000 feet above Since the speed brake and the thrust attenuators
the terrain before buffeting stops and are intended to supplement each other, actuation is
pull-out begins - EJECT. simultaneous by the same control switch.

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SECTION VII
ALL-WEATHER OPERATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Instrument Flight Procedures............................. 7-1 Night Flying ......................................................... 7-8


Ice and Rain ......................................................... 7-7 Cold Weather Procedures .................................... 7-9
Turbulence and Thunderstorms.......................... 7-8 Desert and Hot Weather Procedures................ 7-10

NOTE heading indicator so as to align it with the top


Except for some repetition necessary index. Adjust attitude indicator to superimpose the
for emphasis, clarity or continuity of miniature aircraf t and the horizon bar. Use
thoughts, this section contains only nosewheel steering for directional control until nose
those procedures that differ or are in wheel lif t off (approximately 64 KIAS), increase
addition to the normal operating pitch attitude by two bar widths on the J-8 attitude
instructions covered in section I and indicator or 5 degrees on the MM-3/ARU-44A/ARU-
section II. Any discussion relative to 42A. By maintaining this attitude, the aircraf t will
system operations is covered in section normally become airborne at approximately 90
I. KIAS.

When the altimeter and vertical velocity indicator


indicate a positive climb, retract the landing gear at
INSTRUMENT FLIGHT PROCEDURES a minimum of 100 KIAS. Retract the f laps at a
minimum of 110 KIAS and maintain a positive rate-
of-climb until tech order climb speed has been
INTRODUCTION attained.

This aircraf t has the same stability and f light han-


INSTRUMENT CLIMB
dling characteristics during instrument f light con-
ditions as when f lown under VFR conditions.
Instrument f light through thunderstorms, icing, Refer to Appendix I for the best climb data. Turns
conditions or reliance upon radar control for instru- after takeoff should be made at a safe altitude and
ment approaches in heavy or severe weather condi- limited to 30 degrees of bank.
tions is not recommended. Depending on radio and
navigation equipment installed in the aircraf t - the
pilot may make the following types of approaches: INSTRUMENT CRUISING FLIGHT
VOR, VORTAC, VOR/DME, radar and ILS. If the
aircraft is not equipped with IFF or if the IFF is Instrument cruise procedures do not differ from
inoperative, consider performing a non-radar normal f light procedures. For ease and precision of
instrument approach (VOR, LOC, ILS), due to the f light, the angle of bank should be limited to 30
poor radar return when IFF capability is lost. Pay degrees during all turns.
special attention to pref light fuel planning, since
certain phases of instrument f lying may require
unexpected delays such as departure delays, hold- HOLDING
ing, and the additional time required for approach
procedures. Consult Appendix I for f light planning
information and use particular care in planning an Recommended holding pattern airspeed is 160
alternate destination. The following techniques are KIAS. To descend when holding, reduce power and
recommended under instrument or night f lying maintain holding pattern airspeed, using speed
conditions. brake as desired.

INSTRUMENTS TAKEOFF RADIO AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT

Complete the normal TAXI and BEFORE TAKE- Refer to section I for radio and navigation equip-
OFF check as prescribed in section II and rotate the ment installed in the aircraf t.

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INSTRUMENT APPROACHES (approximately 10% of the vertical velocity), slowly


raise the nose of the aircraf t to level off at the
desired altitude. Adjust power as necessary to
WARNING maintain desired airspeed, (120 KIAS minimum)
until conf iguring for the approach. Before reaching
the Final Approach Fix (FAF), establish the f inal
With aircraf t equipped with the AN/ approach conf iguration and airspeed.
ARN-127 navigation receiver, when a
usable signal is lost, do not confuse the An alternate method of f lying a penetration from
bearing pointer parking at the 4 o’clock the initial penetrating altitude is to reduce power to
position for station passage on a VOR idle and lower the pitch atitude to maintain 200 to
or VOR/DME approach, where the 250 KIAS. The remainder of the penetration will be
FAF or IAF is located at the VOR f lown as stated above.
station. When a usable signal is not
present, the CDI OFF f lag will be in If a single engine penetration is f lown, use 75%
view. power when initiating the penetration. Use of the
speed brake is optional. At approximately 1000 feet
above the level off altitude, retract the speed brake
(if used) and slow to desired airspeed, (120 KIAS
.
NOTE
minimum). Establish the f inal approach conf igura-
The aircraf t is Category B for instru- tion at the FAF.
ment approach purposes.
. Various conditions associated with NONPRECISION FINAL APPROACH (VOR/DME/
VORTAC, LOCALIZER, ASR
some instrument approaches such as
steep descent gradients, high pressure
altitudes, etc., may necessitate the Several nonprecision instrument approach options
need for changes in conf iguration and/ are available using course guidance from VOR,
or airspeed from those normally rec- localizer, and ground radar (Figure 7-3). Maneuver-
ommended in this section. ing prior to the actual approach will normally be at
. Rapid descents can result in the wind-
160 KIAS. However, other airspeeds may be used if
necessary for traffic sequencing or expediency. For
screen fogging; therefore, preheat the the approach, maintain a minimum of 120 KIAS
canopy and wind screen for approxi- until establishing the f inal approach conf iguration.
mately 10 minutes before a descent is
made. Prior to the FAF/descent point, lower the landing
. Aerobatics may induce gross preces-
gear, landing lights, 50% f laps, and speed brake (as
desired). Maintain 110 KIAS on f inal.
sion errors in the heading and altitude
systems.
.
NOTE
Airspeeds and f lap settings when
landing in gusty winds or with a cross-
PENETRATION AND ENROUTE/RADAR DESCENTS
wind are specif ied in section II.
Enroute descents (including radar letdowns) to ini- . Major commands may authorize alter-
tial penetration altitude (Figure 7-1) or to the f inal nate airspeeds and conf igurations.
approach segment of a radar approach (Figure 7-2)
may be made at the airspeeds and power settings
listed in part 6 of the appendix. By proper control When f lying a single-engine nonprecision approach,
techniques for the letdown and turn onto f inal, maintain a minimum of 120 KIAS prior to conf igur-
maximum economy of fuel and time can be realized. ing. Approaching the FAF/descent point, extend the
If the aircraf t is not equipped with an operating landing lights. Passing the FAF/descent point,
IFF, attempt a radar-controlled letdown only if a lower the landing gear and maintain 110 KIAS.
VOR penetration is not available. Lower f laps to 50% when f ield is in sight and a
descent to the runway is initiated. Speed brake may
For a normal jet penetration (Figure 7-1), from be extended and f laps may be lowered to 100%
initial penetration altitude reduce power to 65 per- when landing is ensured, to prevent landing long.
cent and lower the pitch altitude approximately 10
degrees. Once the airspeed reaches 200 KIAS, NOTE
extend the speed brake (if desired). At approxi- Airspeeds and f lap settings when
mately 1000 feet above level off altitude, raise the landing in gusty winds or with a cross-
speed brake (if used) and decrease the pitch atitude wind are specif ied in section II.
by one-half. When reaching the normal lead point

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Figure 7-1.

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Figure 7-2.

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Figure 7-3.

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Figure 7-4.

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PRECISION FINAL APPROACH (ILS, PAR) with gear and f laps. Prior to the FAF/descent point,
extend the landing lights. On base or f inal, lower
An ILS or PAR approach may be f lown as depicted the landing gear and f laps to 50 percent and main-
in Figure 7-4. Maneuvering prior to the actual tain 110 KIAS. Speed brake may be extended and
approach will normally be at 160 KIAS. However, f laps lowered to 100 percent when landing is
other airspeeds may be used if necessary for traffic ensured to prevent landing long.
sequencing or expediency. For the approach, main-
tain a minimum of 120 KIAS until establishing the
final approach conf iguration (approximately 7 to 8 NOTE
miles from touchdown). Prior to glide path intercep- Airspeeds and f lap settings when
tion, lower the landing gear, landing lights, and 50 landing in gusty winds or with a cross-
percent f laps. Maintain 110 KIAS on f inal. Speed wind are specif ied in section III.
brake may be used on the glide path if desired.

.
NOTE
Airspeeds and f lap settings when
landing in gusty winds or with a cross-
ICE AND RAIN
wind are specif ied in section II.
. Major commands may authorize alter-
WARNING
nate airspeeds and conf igurations.

When f lying a single-engine precision approach,


. There is no deicing equipment
installed on this aircraf t. Ice accumu-
maintain a minimum of 120 KIAS prior to conf igur- lation on the air intake area may cause
ing with gear and f laps. Approaching the glide both engines to f lame out by ice inges-
path, extend the landing lights. Upon intercepting tion. Cruising in icing conditions will
the glide path, lower the landing gear, extend the be avoided. If engine f lameout occurs
f laps 50 percent, and maintain 110 KIAS. Speed due to ice ingestion, immediate restart
brake may be extended and f laps may be lowered to is possible without engine damage.
.
100 percent when landing is ensured to prevent
landing long. Ice on or in the air intake may restrict
required airf low to the engine. For this
NOTE reason, avoid rapid throttle movement
Airspeeds and f lap settings when when operating in areas of known or
landing in gusty winds or with a cross- suspected icing conditions.
wind are specif ied in section III.

Icing of the air intake area may occur when the


CIRCLING APPROACH
ambient temperature is at or slightly above freezing
and either the humidity is high or visible moisture
When f lying a circling approach, maintain a mini-
is present. An engine ice warning light, located on
mum of 120 KIAS prior to conf iguring. Prior to the
the instrument panel, will illuminate when ice
FAF/descent point, extend landing lights, lower
forms over the ice detect probe located in the lef t
landing gear, and f laps to 50 percent. Maintain 110
engine air inlet duct. This may be the only noticea-
KIAS. Extend the speed brake on base or f inal as
ble indication of ice formations until ice ingestion
required.
occurs.

.
NOTE
Cruising in areas of known or suspected icing condi-
Airspeeds and f laps settings when
tions is not recommended. Ice will normally adhere
landing in gusty winds or with a cross-
to the windshield, wing leading edges, empennage,
wind are specif ied in section II.
. Major commands may authorize the
and air inlet areas. Altitude should be changed
immediately upon the f irst sign of ice accumulation.
use of alternate f inal approach con- Ice accumulation on the empennage will cause the
figurations and airspeeds. elevators to freeze to the horizontal stabilizer. The
windshield defroster is not effective in preventing
the formation of ice or removing ice from the wind-
When f lying a single-engine circling approach, shield. The resultant drag associated with aircraf t
maintain a minimum of 120 KIAS until conf iguring icing acts to reduce the airspeed and to increase the

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power requirements with a consequent reduction of night, use white lighting to minimize blinding effect
range. of lightning.

NOTE
WARNING
Make every effort to avoid looking up
. When f lying in icing conditions, be
from the instrument panel at lightning
f lashes. The blinding effect of light-
constantly alert for the elevators freez- ning can be reduced by lowering the
ing to the horizontal stabilizer. Consid- seat.
erable force is required to break the
elevators loose. Leave the area of icing
as soon as possible. 2. Airspeed - A penetration airspeed of 180
. Ice accumulations will greatly increase
KIAS should be established. Trim the aircraf t for
level f light at this speed. Severe turbulence may
the stalling speed; therefore, extreme
cause large and rapid variations in indicated air-
caution must be exercised when land-
ing under such conditions. speed. Do not chase the airspeed.
3. Attitude - The key to proper f light technique
through turbulence is attitude. Both pitch and bank
NOTE should be controlled by reference to the attitude
Ice breaking loose from the nose area indicator. Do not change trim af ter the proper
will strike the tail; the impact will be attitude has been established. Extreme gusts will
alarming, but normally will cause no cause large attitude changes. Use smooth and mod-
damage. erate aileron and elevator control inputs to reestab-
lish the desired attitude. To avoid overstressing the
aircraft, do not make large or abrupt attitude
If icing conditions are encountered, change altitude changes.
as soon as possible by climbing or descending.
4. Thrust - Establish and maintain the thrust
RAIN setting consistent with the desired penetration air-
speed and altitude.
Flight in heavy to severe rain showers need not be a
voided except to maintain radar contact. Prior to 5. Altitude - Severe vertical gusts may cause
entering an area of precipitation, close the outside appreciable altitude deviations. Allow altitude to
air ventilating ducts and turn pitot heat on. vary . Sacrif ice altitude to maintain desired atti-
tude. Do not chase the altimeter.
TURBULENCE AND THUNDERSTORMS
NIGHT FLYING
WARNING During normal VFR f light, unf iltered lights should
be used sparingly. Ref lections in the canopy may be
Flights through thunderstorms or reduced by lowering the intensity of all cockpit
other areas of extreme turbulence lights.
should be avoided due to possibility of
engine f lameout, structural failure or NOTE
damage due to hail, lightning, and vio-
lent up/down draf ts. Maximum use of . During night/intermittent IMC, ref lec-
weather forecast facilities and ground tions from the anticollision lights or
radar to avoid thunderstorms or other strobe lights on clouds or precipitation
areas of extreme turbulence is essen- may create a distraction to the pilot
tial. Avoid f lying in instrument mete- and induce spatial disorientation. If so,
orological conditions in areas where the anticollision lights or strobe lights
thunderstorms are known to be should be turned off until clear of the
present. area of reduced visibility.

Should f light through an area of thunderstorm


. When making VFR takeoffs in areas of
limited horizon references, referral to
activity become necessary, the following recom- the f light instruments is recom-
mended procedures should be followed: mended to avoid f lying back into the
1. Preparation - Turn pitot heat, tighten seat ground af ter takeoff.
belt, lock shoulder harness, and stow loose items. At

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COLD WEATHER PROCEDURES STARTING ENGINES

NOTE
The success of low temperature operation depends
primarily upon the preparations made during the When starting engines in cold weather
post f light inspection, in anticipation of the require- (temperature 40 degrees Farenheit or
ments for operation on the following day. In order to less), heated air directed into the
expedite pref light inspection and ensure satisfac- intake prior to the attempted start
tory operation for the next f light, normal operating may facilitate a successful engine
procedures outlined in section II should be adhered start.
to with the following additions and exceptions.
Start the engines using the normal starting proce-
BEFORE ENTERING THE AIRCRAFT dure outlined in section II. Using an APU for start,
will prevent a large battery discharge. Oil pressure
may be high af ter starting cold engines. This is not
Remove all protective covers and dust plugs and dangerous unless the pressure remains high. Do not
check that the entire aircraf t is free from frost, takeoff with oil pressure above 65 psi.
snow, and ice. Depending upon the weight of snow
and ice accumulated, takeoff distances and climb WARM-UP AND GROUND CHECK
out performance can be seriously affected. The
roughness and distribution of the ice and snow
Turn on cabin heat and windshield defrosting sys-
could vary stall speeds and characteristics to an
tem, as required, immediately af ter starting
extremely dangerous degree. In view of the unpre-
engines. Check the speed brake thrust attentuators,
dictable and unsafe effects of such a practice, the ice
and trim tabs for proper operation. Check the wing
and snow must be removed before f light is
f laps and f lap indicator for operation. If questiona-
attempted. Brush off all light snow and frost.
ble readings result, recycle the f laps three to four
Remove ice by a direct f low of air from a portable
times as a check on the indicator action.
ground heater.

WARNING
WARNING

. Ensure water from melted ice is


Make sure all instruments have
warmed up sufficiently to ensure nor-
sponged so it will not drain to some
mal operation. Electric gyro instru-
critical area and refreeze.
. Ensure water is drained from the fuel
ments require approximately two min-
utes for warm-up.
tanks before cold weather operations.

CAUTION
If during operation of the canopy, it is found that
the raising or lowering puts undue strain on the Because of low ambient temperatures,
canopy motor or hinges, heat should be applied to the thrust of all engine speeds is
ensure normal operation. Be sure that the fuel tank noticeably greater than normal. This
vents, fuel f ilter, and drain cocks are free from ice should be remembered during all
and drain condensate. Check that the static air, ground operations, and f irmly
pitot tube, and transducer vane are free of ice. If ice anchored wheel chocks used for all
within the engine is suspected, check the engine for engine runups.
freedom of rotation. If engines are not free, external
heat must be applied to forward engine section to
melt the ice. Check shock struts and actuating TAXIING INSTRUCTIONS
cylinders for dirt and ice.
Avoid taxiing in deep snow. Use only essential
ON ENTERING THE AIRCRAFT electrical equipment to preserve battery life while
taxiing at low engine speeds. Increase space
between aircraf t while taxiing to provide safe stop-
Check f light controls for proper operation and ping distance and to prevent icing of aircraf t sur-
ensure that canopy can be closed and locked. To faces by melted snow and ice in the jet blast of
conserve the battery, use external power to operate preceding aircraf t. Taxi speed should be reduced
all electrical and radio equipment. when taxiing on slippery surfaces to avoid skidding.

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BEFORE LEAVING THE AIRCRAFT


WARNING Release brakes af ter wheels are chocked and leave
canopy partly open to allow circulation within the
Make sure all instruments have been cockpit to prevent canopy cracking from contraction
sufficiently warmed up to ensure nor- and to reduce windshield and canopy frosting.
mal operation. Check for sluggish Whenever possible, leave the aircraf t parked with
instruments during taxiing. full fuel tanks. Every effort should be made during
servicing to prevent moisture from entering the fuel
system. Check that protective covers and dust plugs
TAKEOFF are installed, and that the battery is removed when
aircraft is outside in temperatures below -29oC
Make f inal instrument check during the f irst part
(-20oF), for more than 4 hours.
of the takeoff as the brakes will not hold the air-
craft on snow-covered or icy runways at full throt-
tle. Advance throttles smoothly or swerving may DESERT AND HOT WEATHER
result.
PROCEDURES
NOTE
Nosewheel steering is essential for Hot weather and desert operation is identical with
takeoff from an icy runway. normal operation with few exceptions. Takeoff and
landing rolls are longer due to lower air density.
Added precautions should be taken to protect the
AFTER TAKEOFF rubber or plastic parts of the aircraf t from damage
by excessive heat.
If takeoff from a snow- or slush-covered f ield is
made, the brakes should be operated several times
to expel wet snow or slush, and the landing gear BEFORE ENTERING THE AIRCRAFT
and wing f laps operated through several cycles to
prevent their freezing in the retracted position. Inspect intake ducts for sand or other foreign
objects. If excessive sand is found, do not start the
engine. Inspect tires for blisters, deterioration, and
CAUTION proper inf lation. Check for hydraulic system leaks
as heat and moisture may cause packing and valves
Do not exceed the landing gear and to swell.
wing f lap down limit airspeed during
this operation. TAXIING INSTRUCTIONS

Taxi with minimum power to minimize the blowing


DESCENT of dust and sand onto other aircraf t. Keep adequate
distance from any other aircraf t taxiing ahead of
Rapid descents generally cause a fogging condition
you, and use brakes as little as possible to prevent
to exist inside the canopy and windshield. There-
overheating.
fore, it is necessary that the pilot preheat the can-
opy and windshield approximately 10 minutes
before a descent is made. A slight discomfort to the TAKEOFF
pilot may be encountered, but preheating aids in
preventing canopy and windshield fog. During takeoff, the aircraf t will accelerate slowly
and ground run will be longer because the air is less
dense in hot weather. Ground speed will be
increased for the same IAS.
WARNING
AFTER TAKEOFF
The collection of snow, frost, and ice on
the aircraf t constitutes one of the Follow the normal f light procedures, being particu-
major f light hazards in low tempera- larly careful to maintain throttle settings that will
ture operation and will result in the keep the exhaust gas temperature within the pre-
loss of lif t and in treacherous stalling scribed engine limitations.
characteristics.
DESCENT
APPROACH TO PATTERN
Turn on defroster prior to descent since warm
Make normal pattern and landing as outlined in humid air is likely to cause canopy frosting in hot
section II. weather descents.

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APPENDIX A
The appendix is divided into eight parts. These parts are presented in proper sequence for pref light
planning. Discussions and sample problems are given in each part.

PERFORMANCE DATA
Part 1 - Introduction .............................................. A1-1
Part 2 - Takeoff ...................................................... A2-1
Part 3 - Climb ......................................................... A3-1
Part 4 - Range ........................................................ A4-1
Part 5 - Endurance................................................. A5-1
Part 6 - Descent...................................................... A6-1
Part 7 - Landing ..................................................... A7-1
Part 8 - Mission Planning...................................... A8-1

PART 1 INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Introduction ........................................................ A1-1 Equivalent Airspeed........................................... A1-1


Altitude Correction ............................................ A1-1 True Airspeed ..................................................... A1-2
Airspeed Correction ........................................... A1-1
Indicated Airspeed ............................................. A1-1 Speed Conversion Chart .................................... A1-2
Calibrated Airspeed ........................................... A1-1 Symbols and Def initions ................................... A1-2

INTRODUCTION CALIBRATED AIRSPEED (CAS)


The f light performance charts provide the pilot CAS is indicated airspeed corrected for both error in
with sufficient data for pref light and in-f light plan- the airspeed sensing system and in the airspeed
ning. All charts are based on International Civil indicator. The error in the indicator is usually very
Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standard Day condi- small and not available to the pilot and is, there-
tions. The Standard Atmospheric Table located in fore, normally ignored for routine f lying. Calibrated
Figure A1-1 is based on ICAO Technical Report No. airspeed as used in this manual shall then be indi-
3182. When necessary, temperature corrections for cated airspeed corrected for airspeed sensing sys-
nonstandard atmosphere have been included on the tem (installation) error only by the values given in
charts. Charts for climb, cruise, endurance, and Figure A1-2.
descent performance are presented in drag index
form; however, since the aircraf t has only one exter-
nal loading conf iguration (no external stores), a EQUIVALENT AIRSPEED (EAS)
drag conf iguration index of 0 is used throughout.
EAS is calibrated airspeed corrected for the effects
ALTITUDE CORRECTION of compressibility. Although this correction is negli-
gible at low speed and low altitude, it may be as
The error in indicated altitude is negligible and is, much as 7 or 8 Knots at higher speeds and alti-
therefore, ignored throughout the appendix. tudes. The corrections shown in the compressibility
correction charts (Figure A1-3) are subtracted from
AIRSPEED CORRECTION the calibrated airspeed to obtain equivalent
airspeed.
Charts are provided to obtain Calibrated Airspeed
(CAS), Equivalent Airspeed (EAS), and True Air-
speed (TAS). Ground Speed (GS) is TAS corrected TRUE AIRSPEED
for wind.
TAS is equivalent airspeed corrected for atmos-
INDICATED AIRSPEED (IAS) phere density. The type CPU-26P dead-reckoning
computer or Figure A1-4 may be used for this
IAS is read directly from the airspeed indicator. correction.

A1-1
SYMBOLS DEFINITIONS
SPEED CONVERSION CHART TAS True airspeed, equivalent airspeed
The speed conversion chart (Figure A1-3) is used to corrected for atmosphere density:
convert CAS directly to TAS. The compressibility TAS = EAS x
effect has been included in this chart.
OAT Outside air temperature.
SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS GS Ground speed, true airspeed
SYMBOLS DEFINITIONS corrected for the wind component
IAS Indicated airspeed, airspeed velocity: GS = TAS + Vw.
indicator uncorrected. Where this
hd Density altitude, that value
symbol (IAS) is used on the
obtained from the density altitude
performance charts, mechanical
chart, Figure A1-5, at which air
error in the instrument is assumed
density at the observed pressure
to be zero.
altitude equals air density as
Vi Airspeed position error correction. defined by the International Civil
Aviation Organization.
CAS Calibrated airspeed, indicated
airspeed corrected for position σ Sigma-ratio of ambient air density
error: CAS = IAS + Vi. to standard day sea level air
density.
VC Airspeed compressibility correction.
Vw Wind velocity
EAS Equivalent airspeed, calibrated
airspeed for compressibility: EAS =
CAS - VC.

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STANDARD ATMOSPHERIC TABLE

This table is based on ICAO Technical Report No. 3182

Standard Sea Level Air:


T = 15oC W = 0.7651 lb/cu f t Po = 0.002377 slugs/cu f t
P = 29.921 inch of Hg 1 inch of Hg = 70.732 lb/sq f t = 0.4912 lb/sq in
ao = 1116 f t/sec

Speed of
Altitude Density Temperature Sound Pressure
Feet Ratio P/Po Deg C Deg F Ratio a/ao In of Hg Ratio P/Po

0 1.0000 1.0000 15.000 59.000 1.0000 29.92 1.0000


1000 0.9710 1.0148 13.019 55.434 0.997 28.86 0.9644
2000 0.9428 1.0299 11.038 51.868 0.993 27.82 0.9298
3000 0.9151 1.0454 9.056 48.301 0.990 26.81 0.8962
4000 0.8881 1.0611 7.075 44.735 0.986 25.84 0.8636
5000 0.8616 1.0773 5.094 41.169 0.983 24.89 0.8320

6000 0.8358 1.0938 3.113 37.603 0.979 23.98 0.8013


7000 0.8106 1.1107 1.132 34.037 0.976 23.09 0.7716
8000 0.7859 1.1280 -0.850 30.471 0.972 22.22 0.7427
9000 0.7619 1.1456 -2.831 26.904 0.968 21.38 0.7147
10000 0.7384 1.1637 -4.812 23.338 0.965 20.58 0.6876

11000 0.7154 1.1822 -6.793 19.772 0.962 19.79 0.6614


12000 0.6931 1.2012 -8.774 16.206 0.958 19.03 0.6359
13000 0.6712 1.2206 -10.756 12.640 0.954 18.29 0.6112
14000 0.6499 1.2404 -12.737 9.074 0.950 17.57 0.5873
15000 0.6291 1.2608 -14.718 5.507 0.947 16.88 0.5642

16000 0.6088 1.2816 -16.699 1.941 0.943 16.21 0.5418


17000 0.5891 1.3029 -18.680 -1.625 0.940 15.56 0.5202
18000 0.5698 1.3247 -20.662 -5.191 0.936 14.94 0.4992
19000 0.5509 1.3473 -22.643 -8.757 0.932 14.33 0.4790
20000 0.5327 1.3701 -24.624 -12.323 0.929 13.75 0.4594

21000 0.5148 1.3937 -26.605 -15.890 0.925 13.18 0.4405


22000 0.4974 1.4179 -28.586 -19.456 0.922 12.63 0.4222
23000 0.4805 1.4426 -30.568 -23.022 0.917 12.10 0.4045
24000 0.4640 1.4681 -32.549 -26.588 0.914 11.59 0.3874
25000 0.4480 1.4940 -34.530 ]-30.154 0.910 11.10 0.3709

Figure A1-1.

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Figure A1-2.

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Figure A1-3.

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Figure A1-4.

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PART 2 TAKEOFF
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Takeoff and Landing Crosswind Chart ............ A2-1 Critical Field Length ......................................... A2-2
Takeoff Speeds ................................................... A2-1 Refusal Speeds ................................................... A2-2
Normal Takeoff Distance................................... A2-2 Velocity During Takeoff Ground Run .............. A2-3

nosewheel life-off and nosewheel touch-


TAKEOFF AND LANDING CROSSWIND down speed, and recommended landing
CHART f lap setting. Use reported steady wind
velocity for determining headwind
The takeoff and landing crosswind chart (Figure component.
A2-1) is used to resolve the prevailing wind into
headwind and crosswind components and to deter- 3. Proceed downward and read crosswind compo-
mine nosewheel lif t-off and nosewheel touchdown nent = 16 Knots (C).
speed and f lap setting for the crosswind component.
The speed obtained from the chart is the lowest 4. Proceed upward along crosswind component
speed that a heading and course along the runway line to intersect guide line (D).
can be maintained with full rudder and ailerons 5. Proceed right and read minimum nosewheel
def lected, when the nosewheel is off the runway. A life-off and nosewheel touchdown speed = 90 KIAS
maximum speed of 100 KIAS is recommended for (E), and recommended f lap setting = 50%.
nosewheel life-off or nosewheel touchdown. 105
KIAS is recommended for main gear touchdown NOTE
with zero f laps.
Since the minimum nosewheel touch-
At any time the crosswind component exceeds 13 down speed with 100% f laps is 85 KIAS
Knots, the intersection of the guide line and the or less, landing must be made with no
crosswind component must be used to determine more than 50% f laps.
recommended airspeed for takeoff and airspeed and
configuration for touchdown. Maximum recom- 6. Re-enter chart at wind angle = 30o and
mended 90 degree crosswind components for dry, reported steady wind velocity = 20 Knots (F).
wet, and icy runways and those containing standing
7. Proceed lef t and read headwind component =
water (SW) of 17.5, 13, and 10 Knots respectively
17 Knots (G).
are depicted.
EXAMPLE: NOTE
If crosswind component falls to the lef t of
Conditions:
the guide line, use 65 KIAS for minimum
Wind Direction 40o lift-off speed.
Steady Wind Velocity 20 Knots
Maximum Gust Velocity 32 Knots TAKEOFF SPEEDS
Active Runway Runway 01
The takeoff speed chart (Figure A2-2) gives the
Find: Headwind component, crosswind component, indicated airspeeds for stall and initial stall warn-
minimum nose wheel lif t-off and nosewheel touch- ing as a function of gross weight. The normal take-
down speed, recommended f lap setting. off speed for all gross weights below 6700 pounds is
90 KIAS unless crosswind conditions require a
SOLUTION: (Figure A2-1)
higher speed. Single engine recommended takeoff
1. Compute wind direction from the runway: 40o speed is 100 KIAS. The chart also includes takeoff
- 10o = 30o and climb speeds for minimum distance to clear an
obstacle.
2. Enter chart at 30o angle between wind and
runway (A) and follow the 30o radial line to maxi- EXAMPLE:
mum gust velocity = 32 Knots (B).
Conditions:
NOTE Gross Weight 6300 pounds
Use maximum reported gust velocity for Find: Stall speed, initial stall warning speed.
determining tail wind component, cross-
wind component, and minimum SOLUTION: (Figure A2-2)

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1. Enter the chart at gross weight = 6300 pounds 3. Continue upward to pressure altitude = 2000
(A). feet, (D), then right to gross weight = 6500 pounds,
(E).
2. Proceed upward to intersect the stall guide
line, then lef t to read stall speed = 73 KIAS (B). 4. Drop down to wind base line (F), then parallel
to headwind guide lines to wind = 15 Knots (G).
3. Return to gross weight = 6300 pounds and
continue upward to the initial stall warning guide 5. Drop down to slope base line (H), then parallel
line, then lef t to read initial stall warning speed = to uphill guide lines to slope = 1% grade (I), then
79 KIAS (C). drop down to read ground run = 1760 feet (J).
6. Compute ground run with 98% RPM: 1760
feet x 1.15 = 2024 feet
NORMAL TAKEOFF DISTANCE
7. From point J drop down to obstacle height =
The normal takeoff distance chart (Figure A2-3) is 50 feet (K), then proceed lef t to read total distance
used to determine the ground run and total distance over obstacle = 2700 feet (L).
required to clear obstacles up to 200 feet high. The 8. Compute total distance over obstacle with
ground run is def ined as the distances along the 98% RPM: 2700 feet x 1.15 = 3105 feet
runway from the start of the takeoff run to the point
where the aircraf t leaves the ground. The total CRITICAL FIELD LENGTH
distance to clear an obstacle is the distance along
the runway from the start of the takeoff run to the The critical f ield length chart (Figure A2-4) gives
point where the obstacle height is reached. the length of runway required to accelerate to the
critical engine failure speed on two engines with
military power and then, in case of engine failure,
Distance may be determined for various conditions
either continue the takeoff single engine or abort
of atmosphere, gross weight, wind, runway slope,
the takeoff and stop. Critical engine failure speed is
and obstacle height. The distances are based on
defined as the speed at which engine failure per-
50% f laps, military power, the takeoff speed shown
mits acceleration to takeoff speed on the remaining
in Figure A2-2, and 105 KIAS over the obstacle with
engine in the same distance that the aircraf t may
gear up and 50% f laps. The distance required when
be decelerated to a stop.
using 98% RPM may be found by adding 15% to the
distance obtained from the chart. The chart assumes a 3-second delay for reaction
time and the use of normal braking with idle RPM.
If crosswind conditions require a higher takeoff If 98% RPM is to be used for takeoff, the critical
speed, instructions for computing takeoff distance field length is increased by 10%.
are covered under velocity during takeoff ground EXAMPLE:
run, Figure A2-7.
Conditions: Same as NORMAL TAKEOFF
EXAMPLE: DISTANCE example.
Conditions: Find: Critical f ield length
Power Setting 98% RPM SOLUTION: (Figure A2-4)
Temperature 27oC
1. Enter chart at temperature = 27oC (A) and
Pressure Altitude 2000 feet proceed upward to pressure altitude = 2000 feet (B),
Gross Weight 6500 pounds then right to gross weight - 6500 pounds (C).
Headwind Component 15 Knots
Active runway: 2. Drop vertically to dry runway guide line (D).
Slope 1% uphill 3. Proceed to the right to wind base line (E), then
Length 5000 feet parallel to headwind guide lines to wind = 15 Knots
Surface condition Dry (F), and then continue right to read critical f ield
length = 3400 feet (G).
Find: Takeoff ground run distance and total dis- 4. Compute critical f ield length with 98% RPM:
tance to clear a 50-foot obstacle. 3400 feet x 1.10 = 3740 feet
SOLUTION: (Figure A2-2)
1. Enter chart at temperature = 27oC (A) and
proceed right to intersect the temperature conver-
sion guide line (B).
2. Proceed upward and read temperature = 81oF
(C).

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3. Proceed lef t to read corrected refusal speed =


REFUSAL SPEEDS 65 KIAS (C).
The highest indicated airspeed to which an aircraf t
can accelerate and then be stopped in the available The critical engine failure speed may also be deter-
runway remaining is called the refusal speed. This mined from the refusal speed chart. Since at this
speed is determined from the refusal speed chart speed either the aircraf t may be stopped or the
(Figure A2-5) for existing takeoff conditions and takeoff executed on single engine in the same dis-
runway length. The chart is based on a military tance, the critical engine failure speed may be
power acceleration to the refusal speed, and then determined by considering the critical f ield length
normal braking at idle RPM to a complete stop. A (from Figure A2-4) as the actual runway length.
three-second delay for reaction time is included.
The stopping distance for Figure A2-5 is based on a
CATEGORY I. Runway Length Greater than Criti-
dry, hard surface runway. For wet or icy conditions,
cal Field Length. (Refusal speed exceeds critical
the stopping distance increases and the corrected
engine failure speed.)
refusal speed is obtained from Figure A2-6. If 98%
RPM is used for takeoff, reduce the effective run-
way length by 10%. 1. If engine failure occurs below critical
engine failure speed:
EXAMPLE I:
Aircraft should be stopped, as runway length
Conditions: Same as NORMAL TAKEOFF will be sufficient for stopping. Takeoff
DISTANCE example. distance increases as engine failure speed
decreases and may exceed the runway length
Find: Refusal speed. under certain conditions.
SOLUTION: (Figure A2-5)
2. If engine failure occurs between critical
1. Enter the chart in the upper right hand corner engine failure speed and refusal speed:
at actual runway length - 5000 feet (A).
Takeoff should normally be aborted. Although
2. Proceed right to headwind = 15 Knots (B) and sufficient runway remains for takeoff or
drop down to read effective runway length = 7000 abort, the nature of the emergency combined
feet (C) with T-37 single-engine performance dictates
3. Compute effective runway length with 98% an abort since the aircraf t can be stopped in
RPM. 7000 feet x 0.90 = 6300 feet the remaining runway with normal braking.
4. Enter the main chart at gross weight = 6500
3. If engine failure occurs above refusal
pounds (D) and proceed right to pressure altitude =
speed:
2000 feet (E).
Aircraft should normally continue takeoff as
5. Proceed downward to temperature = 27oC (F).
it may over-run the runway in stopping.
6. Proceed right to effective runway length =
6300 feet (G), then down to read refusal speed = 85 CATEGORY II. Runway Length same as Critical
KIAS (H). Field Length. Refusal speed and critical engine
EXAMPLE II: failure speed coincide; therefore, aircraf t must be
stopped if below critical engine failure speed and
Conditions: Same as NORMAL TAKEOFF should continue takeoff if above the coincidence
DISTANCE example, except runway condi- speed. Runway will be adequate for either
tion is wet (RCR 12). condition.
Find: Corrected refusal speed.
CATEGORY III. Runway Length Less than Critical
SOLUTION: (Figure A2-6) Field Length. (Refusal speed is less than critical
engine failure speed.) This is the most critical
1. Dry runway refusal speed = 85 KIAS was
category. If engine failure occurs between refusal
obtained from Example I.
speed and minimum single engine takeoff speed
2. Enter chart at dry runway (RCR 23) refusal (100 Knots), the takeoff should be aborted, even
speed = 85 KIAS (A) and proceed upward to wet though stopping distance will exceed available
runway condition line (B). runway if normal braking is used.

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If crosswind conditions require an increase in take-


VELOCITY DURING TAKEOFF off speed, compute the takeoff distance using the
GROUND RUN velocity during takeoff ground run chart (Figure
A2-7). Enter the chart with the normal takeoff
The velocity during takeoff ground run chart
distance.
(Figure A2-7) is used to monitor the aircraf t speed
at f ixed points along the runway during the takeoff
ground run. The normal speed at any point along
Proceed horizontally to intersect the normal takeoff
the runway may be determined by f irst determining
speed. Proceed along the guidelines to the required
the distance required to attain the normal takeoff
takeoff speed, then horizontally lef t to read the
speed (Figure A2-2) for the prevailing conditions
takeoff distance.
and following the guide lines to the f ixed point
distance. EXAMPLE II:
EXAMPLE I: From example I normal takeoff distance is
1600 feet at a normal takeoff speed of 90
The normal takeoff ground run has been
KIAS. Assume that the required takeoff
determined from Figure A2-3 to be 1600
speed is 100 KIAS.
feet, and the takeoff speed to be 90 KIAS
from Figure A2-2.
Find: Speed af ter 1000 feet of ground run. Find: Takeoff ground run distance.
SOLUTION: (Figure A2-7) SOLUTION: (Figure A2-7)
1. Enter the chart at normal takeoff ground run 1. Enter the chart at normal takeoff ground run
distance = 1600 feet (A) and proceed right to takeoff distance = 1600 feet (A) and proceed right to normal
speed = 90 KIAS (B). takeoff speed = 90 KIAS (B).
2. Construct BC parallel to the guide lines. 2. Construct BG parallel to the guide lines.
3. Re-enter chart at distance = 1000 feet (D) and 3. Re-enter the chart at speed = 100 KIAS (H)
proceed right to intersect BC. and proceed upward to intersect BG.
4. At intersection (E) drop down to read speed = 4. At intersection (I) proceed lef t to read dis-
67 KIAS (F). tance = 1950 feet (J).

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Figure A2-2.

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Figure A2-3.

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Figure A2-4.

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Figure A2-5.

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Figure A2-6.

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PART 3 CLIMB
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Climb Performance ............................................ A3-1 Rate of Climb Charts ......................................... A3-2


Climb Gradient Charts ...................................... A3-2 Acceleration Charts............................................ A3-2

Drop vertically to guide line (C)


CLIMB PERFORMANCE Move horizontally to base line (D)
The climb performance charts (Figures A3-1 Move parallel to HOTTER guidelines
through A3-3) two engine and (Figures A3-8 to Temp = +10oC (E)
through A3-10) single engine are used to determine Move horizontally to the fuel used scale
the fuel consumed, time elapsed, and horizontal air and read fuel used = 370 lbs (F)
distance traveled during an ON COURSE climb.
The charts assume adherence to the climb speed 2. Enter Figure A3-3:
schedules shown in Figure A3-1 (two engines) and At initial gross weight = 6400 lbs (G)
Figure A3-8 (single engine) and full throttle at all Move horizontally to altitude = 25,000 f t
altitudes. At altitudes above 15,000 feet, full throt- (H)
tle may be slightly less than 100% rpm. This condi- Drop vertically to time guide line (I)
tion is normal and has been accounted for in the Move horizontally to base line (J)
charts.
Move parallel to HOTTER guide lines
to Temp = +10oC (K)
USE Move horizontally to the time scale and
read time = 14.8 min (L)
For a climb from sea level the charts are entered
Drop vertically from (I) to distance guide
with initial gross weight, f inal altitude. and temper-
line (M)
ature deviation from standard day, and the fuel
used, time to climb, and horizontal distance trav- Move horizontally to base line (N)
eled are read directly. To climb from an initial Move parallel to HOTTER guide lines
altitude other than sea level the fuel used, time and to Temp = +10oC (O)
distance are the difference between those quanti- Move horizontally to the distance scale and
ties for a climb from sea level to the f inal altitude, read distance = 51.0 NM (P)
and a climb from sea level to the actual initial
altitude. 3. Re-enter Figures A3-2 and A3-3 and repeat
steps (A) and (P) using: Altitude
The Charts are used for computing performance = 2500 f t and Temp = +10oC hotter.
after the technical order climb airspeed has been Read:
attained. This will be approximately 500 feet above Fuel used = 30 lbs
the terrain and two minutes af ter brake release. Time = 1 minute
Fuel for start, taxi, takeoff and acceleration to tech- Distance = 3 miles
nical order climb airspeed is approximately 145
pounds.
4. Determine fuel used from 2500 to 25,000 f t
EXAMPLE: Fuel used from sea level to 25,000
ft 370 lbs
Conditions:
Fuel used from sea level to 2500 f t 30 lbs
Initial altitude 2500 f t Fuel used: 370 - 30 = 340 lbs
Initial gross weight 6400 lbs
Final altitude 25,000 f t 5. Determine time to climb from 3500 to
Temperature deviation +10oC 25,000 f t
Time from sea level to 25,000 f t
Find: Fuel used, time to climb, horizontal distance 14.8 minutes
traveled. Time from sea level to 2500 f t 1 minute
SOLUTION: (See Figures A3-2 and A3-3 Time to climb: 14.8-1 to 13.8 minutes
1. Enter Figure A3-2:
At initial gross weight = 6400 lbs (A)
Move horizontally to altitude = 25,000 f t
(B)

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6. Determine horizontal distance traveled in the correct chart and enter the chart by selecting an
climb from 2500 to 25,000 f t airspeed (KIAS) on the vertical scale on the upper
Distance to climb from sea level to right side. Proceed lef t to the gross weight (1000
25,000 f t = 51.0 NM lbs), and drop a vertical line from this intersection.
Distance to climb from sea level to 2500 f t
Enter the chart again with current temperature
= 3 NM
(oC) on the vertical scale on the upper lef t side.
Horizontal distance traveled in climb: 51.0 Proceed horizontally to the pressure altitude (1000
- 3 = 48.0 NM ft) and drop vertically to the aircraf t gross weight
The climb speed schedule to be followed is taken (1000 lbs). From this intersection, move right to the
from Figure A3-1. vertical baseline. Follow the contour of the curves
until reaching the vertical line from above. Read
CLIMB GRADIENT CHARTS across to the rate of climb (f t/min).
There are two charts for climb gradient, one for two EXAMPLE:
engines at military power and one for single engine
at military power (dead engine windmilling). Select Given:
the correct chart and enter at the lef t with current Two engines operating at military power
temperature (oC). Proceed horizontally to the pres- Pressure altitude = 2000 f t
sure altitutde (1000 f t) and drop vertically to the Aircraft gross weight = 5500 lbs
aircraft gross weight (1000 lbs). Follow horizontally Temperature = 11oC
to the climb gradient (f t/NM) on the lef t edge. Selected airspeed = 90 KIAS
EXAMPLE: Determine the climb rate

Given: Solution:
Two engines operating at military power Select the correct chart (Figures A3-6 and A3-7).
Pressure altitude = 2000 f t Enter the chart on the right with the selected air-
Aircraft gross weight = 5500 lbs speed of 90 KIAS. Proceed lef t to the line represent-
Temperature = 11oC ing 5500 lbs. Draw a vertical line through this
Determine the climb gradient intersection. Enter again with the temperature of
11oC and proceed right to the line representing
Solution: pressure altitude of 2000 f t. Drop down to the line
Select the correct chart (Figures A3-4 and A3-5) and representing 5500 lbs and proceed right to the base-
enter the chart with 11oC. Follow across to the line line. Follow the contour lines until reaching the
representing 2000 f t PA, and drop down to the line vertical line from before. From this intersection,
representing 5500 lbs. Finally, move across to read read across to 1820 f t/min.
the climb gradient of 1180 f t/NM.
ACCELERATION CHARTS
RATE OF CLIMB CHARTS
The acceleration charts provide the distance
There are two charts for rate of climb, one for two required to accelerate from 100 to 125 KTAS, when
engines at military power and one for single engine the climb gradient chart becomes applicable for
at military power (dead engine windmilling). Select single engine climb.

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Figure A3-3.

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Figure A3-4.

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Figure A3-5.

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DISTANCE (NM) FOR LEVEL ACCELERATION FROM 100 TO 125 KIAS


SINGLE-ENGINE, CLEAN CONFIGURATION
MODEL: T-37B ENGINES: (2) J69-T-25
DATE: 1 AUGUST 1999 FUEL GRADE: JP-8
DATA BASIS: ESTIMATED DATA FUEL DENSITY: 6.8 LB/US GAL
GROSS WEIGHT = 4500 LB
TEMPERATURE
PA 0oC 5oC 10oC 15oC 20oC 25oC 30oC 35oC 40oC
ft 32oF 41oF 50oF 59oF 68oF 77oF 86oF 95oF 104oF
0 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4
500 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5
1000 0.3 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5
1500 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5
2000 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5
2500 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6
3000 0.4 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6
3500 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6
4000 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7
4500 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7
5000 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8
5500 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8
6000 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9
6500 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9
7000 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0
7500 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1
8000 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2

GROSS WEIGHT = 5500 LB


TEMPERATURE
o o o o
PA 0C 5C 10 C 15 C 20oC 25oC 30oC 35oC 40oC
ft 32oF 41oF 50oF 59oF 68oF 77oF 86oF 95oF 104oF
0 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6
500 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7
1000 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7
1500 0.5 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8
2000 0.5 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8
2500 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9
3000 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0
3500 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.0
4000 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1
4500 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2
5000 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3
5500 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.5
6000 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6
6500 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.8
7000 1.0 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.0
7500 1.1 1.2 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.2
8000 1.2 1.3 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.5

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SINGLE-ENGINE, CLEAN CONFIGURATION
MODEL: T-37B ENGINES: (2) J69-T-25
DATE: 1 AUGUST 1999 FUEL GRADE: JP-8
DATA BASIS: ESTIMATED DATA FUEL DENSITY: 6.8 LB/US GAL
GROSS WEIGHT = 6500 LB
TEMPERATURE
PA 0oC 5oC 10oC 15oC 20oC 25oC 30oC 35oC 40oC
ft 32oF 41oF 50oF 59oF 68oF 77oF 86oF 95oF 104oF
0 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1
500 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.2
1000 0.7 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.3
1500 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.4
2000 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5
2500 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.7
3000 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.9
3500 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.2
4000 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.1 2.5
4500 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.4 2.9
5000 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.3 2.7 3.5
5500 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.6 3.2 4.4
6000 1.5 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.6 3.1 3.9 ---
6500 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.5 3.0 3.7 5.1 ---
7000 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.5 2.9 3.5 4.6 --- ---
7500 2.0 2.3 2.5 2.9 3.5 4.3 6.1 --- ---
8000 2.3 2.6 2.9 3.4 4.2 --- --- --- ---

GROSS WEIGHT = 7000 LB


TEMPERATURE
o o o o
PA 0C 5C 10 C 15 C 20oC 25oC 30oC 35oC 40oC
ft 32oF 41oF 50oF 59oF 68oF 77oF 86oF 95oF 104oF
0 0.7 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.3 1.5
500 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.3 1.4 1.7
1000 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.9
1500 0.9 1.0 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.8 2.2
2000 1.0 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.7 2.0 2.5
2500 1.1 1.1 1.2 1.4 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.3 3.0
3000 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.7 3.6
3500 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.2 2.6 3.2 4.8
4000 1.4 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.5 3.0 4.0 ---
4500 1.5 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.4 2.9 3.7 --- ---
5000 1.7 1.9 2.1 2.4 2.8 3.5 4.8 --- ---
5500 1.9 2.1 2.4 2.8 3.4 4.4 --- --- ---
6000 2.1 2.4 2.8 3.3 4.2 --- --- --- ---
6500 2.4 2.8 3.3 4.1 5.5 --- --- --- ---
7000 2.8 3.3 4.0 5.3 --- --- --- --- ---
7500 3.3 3.9 5.1 --- --- --- --- --- ---
8000 4.0 5.0 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

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SINGLE-ENGINE, CLEAN CONFIGURATION
MODEL: T-37B ENGINES: (2) J69-T-25
DATE: 1 AUGUST 1999 FUEL GRADE: JP-8
DATA BASIS: ESTIMATED DATA FUEL DENSITY: 6.8 LB/US GAL
GROSS WEIGHT = 7200 LB
TEMPERATURE
PA 0oC 5oC 10oC 15oC 20oC 25oC 30oC 35oC 40oC
ft 32oF 41oF 50oF 59oF 68oF 77oF 86oF 95oF 104oF
0 0.8 0.8 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.5 1.8
500 0.9 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.7 2.0
1000 0.9 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.9 2.3
1500 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.2 2.7
2000 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.8 2.1 2.5 3.4
2500 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.7 2.0 2.4 3.0 4.3
3000 1.3 1.4 1.6 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.8 3.7 ---
3500 1.4 1.6 1.7 2.0 2.2 2.7 3.4 --- ---
4000 1.6 1.7 2.0 2.3 2.6 3.2 4.3 --- ---
4500 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.6 3.1 4.0 --- --- ---
5000 2.0 2.2 2.5 3.1 3.8 --- --- --- ---
5500 2.2 2.5 3.0 3.7 4.9 --- --- --- ---
6000 2.6 3.0 3.6 4.7 --- --- --- --- ---
6500 3.0 3.5 4.5 --- --- --- --- --- ---
7000 3.6 4.4 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
7500 4.4 5.9 --- --- --- --- --- --- ---
8000 --- --- --- --- --- --- --- --- ---

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PART 4 RANGE
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page

Mach Number-Calibrated Airspeed Constant Altitude Cruise (95% RPM) .............. A4-3
Conversion......................................................... A4-1 Air Nautical Miles Per Pound of Fuel .............. A4-3
Constant Altitude Cruise (99% Maxi-
mum Range)...................................................... A4-1

Cruise temperature: -20oC


MACH NUMBER - CALIBRATED AIR- Cruise fuel: 600 lb
SPEED CONVERSION Wind: Average 20 Knot tailwind
Using the mach number - calibrated airspeed con- Find: Cruise speed, ground distance, time elapsed.
version chart (Figure A4-1) the pilot may obtain
calibrated airspeed from mach number or Mach SOLUTION: (Figure A4-2)
number from calibrated airspeed at any desired 1. Determine average gross weight:
altitude. Compressibility has been accounted for in Initial gross 5800 lb
the chart and no further correction is necessary. weight:
Cruise fuel: 600 lb
EXAMPLE:
Final gross 5800-600 = 5200 lb
Enter chart (Figure A4-1): weight:
At altitude = 15,000 feet (A) Average gross 5800+5200 = 5500 lb
Move up to Mach number = .40 (B) weight: 2
Move horizontally to the lef t to calibrated 2. Enter chart for time and ground speed:
airspeed scale and read calibrated airspeed At average gross weight - 5500 lb (A)
= 200 Knots (C) Move horizontally to altitude
= 20,000 f t (BB)
CONSTANT ALTITUDE CRUISE (99% Drop vertically go guide line (CC), then
MAXIMUM RANGE) move to the lef t to mach number
= 0.434 (DD) (Read cruise speed
The 99% maximum range charts (Figures A4-2 and = 197 KCAS from Figure A4-1)
A4-3) are used to obtain near maximum range for a Move to the right from (CC) to base line
given quantity of fuel while maintaining speeds (EE)
higher than those required for peak maximum Follow guide lines to temperature
range. From these charts the pilot can determine = -20oC (FF)
cruise performance at a particular pressure alti- Move horizontally to the 20 Knot tailwind
tude, temperature, wind velocity, and average gross guide line (GG)
weight. The charts provide data for air and ground Drop vertically to ground speed
speeds, time, nautical miles per pound of fuel, fuel = 289 Knots (HH) TAS
f low, and fuel required. = GS-VW (wind velocity)
= 289 - 20 = 269 Knots
USE
Construct vertical line (GGHH)
To f ind cruise distance and time elapsed, the charts
are entered with known values of fuel available for 3. Enter chart for fuel f low and fuel required:
cruise, cruise altitude, and winds. To f ind fuel At average gross weight = 5500 lb (K)
required for a desired distance or time, an esti- Move horizontally to altitude
mated quantity of fuel is used to compute tentative = 20,000 f t (LL)
distance and time, which are in turn used to com- Drop vertically to guide line (MM), then
pute a fuel quantity. This process is repeated; if move to the right to nautical air miles
necessary, using computed fuel for the next esti- per pound = 0.314 NM/lb (NN)
mate, until the estimated and computed values Move horizontally to true airspeed
approximate each other. = 269 Knots (OO)
EXAMPLE: Construct vertical line (OOPP)
Enter fuel required scale at 600 lb (QQ)
Conditions: Construct horizontal line (QQRR)
Initial gross weight: 5800 lb
Cruise altitude: 20,000 feet

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Read at intersection of constructed lines Drop vertically go guide line (M), then
(OOPP) and (QQRR) move horizontally to nautical air miles
Time = 42 minutes (SS) and fuel f low per pound = 0.362 NM/lb (N)
= 856 lb/hr (TT). Continue to move right to true airspeed
= 273 Knots (O)
4. Re-enter chart for time and airspeed: Move vertically to fuel f low scale, read fuel
At time = 42 minutes (QQ) f low = 754 lb/hr (P)
Construct horizontal line (QQRR) Continue up to time = 77 minutes (Q)
Read at intersection of constructed lines Move to the lef t to fuel required scale and
(GGHH) and (QQRR) read fuel required = 968 lb (R)
Distance = 200 NM
5. The estimated and computed fuel quanti-
EXAMPLE: ties closely approximate each other; there-
Conditions: fore, the computation is not repeated.
Initial gross weight: 5950 lb
Cruise altitude: 25,000 f t CONSTANT ALTITUDE CRUISE 95%
Cruise temperature: -35oC
Cruise distance: 300 NM RPM)
Wind: Average 40 Knot tailwind
The 95% RPM cruise charts (Figures A4-4 and A4-
Find: Fuel used, cruise speed, time elapsed. 5) represent the maximum cruise speed that can be
used with any given set of conditions and should be
SOLUTION: (Figure A4-3)
restricted to f lights where time is an important
1. Estimate fuel used: 900 lb factor. From these charts the pilot can determine
2. Determine average gross weight: cruise performance at a particular pressure alti-
Initial gross 5950 lb tude, temperature, wind velocity, and average gross
weight: weight. The charts provide data for air and ground
Estimated 900 lb speeds, time, nautical miles per pound of fuel, fuel
fuel used: f low, and fuel required.
Estimated 5950-900 = 5050 lb
final weight: USE
Average gross 5950+5050 = 5500 lb
weight: 2 The 95% RPM cruise charts are used in the same
3. Enter chart for time and groundspeed: manner as the 99% maximum range charts. For
At average gross weight = 5500 lb (A) sample problems, refer to CONSTANT ALTITUDE
Move horizontally to altitude CRUISE (99% MAXIMUM RANGE).
= 25,000 f t (B)
Drop vertically to guide line (C), then move AIR NAUTICAL MILES PER POUND OF
to the lef t to mach number scale and
read mach number = 0.456 (D) FUEL
(Read cruise speed = 185 KCAS from
Figure A4-1) These charts (Figures A4-6 and A4-7) provide cruise
Move to the right to temperature base control data for various speeds and gross weights
line (E) from sea level to 25,000 feet altitude, as well as
Follow the guide lines to temperature recommended cruise speeds for obtaining maximum
= -35oC (F) range with headwind, for 99% maximum range and
Move horizontally to wind velocity for maximum endurance. Also included are data for
= 40 Knot headwind (G) cruise at 95% RPM, and for reading true airspeed
and fuel f low for any conditions of gross weight,
Drop vertically to ground speed
altitude, mach number, and ambient temperature.
= 233 Knots (H)
Charts for both two-engine and single-engine opera-
True airspeed = GS - VW(wind velocity) tion are included.
= 233 - (-40) = 273 Knots
Move up to distance = 300 NM (I) The air nautical miles per pound of fuel charts are
Move to the lef t to time = 77 minutes (J) included to provide the pilot with a means of plan-
ning f lights whenever the standard constant alti-
4. Enter chart for fuel f low and fuel required: tude cruise charts (Figures A4-2 through A4-5) can-
At average gross weight = 5500 lb (K) not be used. This would be if it is desired to cruise at
Move horizontally to altitude speeds other than those given in the constant alti-
= 25,000 f t (L) tude cruise charts.

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It should be emphasized that the air miles per Move horizontally to transfer scale and
pound of fuel will remain constant at the mach read transfer scale = 15.10 (E)
number and calibrated airspeed shown in the Enter chart:
charts, regardless of the prevailing temperature, At transfer scale = 15.10 (E)
although the percent RPM required, true airspeed,
and fuel f low will vary with atmospheric conditions. Move to altitude = 15,000 f t (F)
It is then recommended that, when planning a Drop vertically to NM/lb scale and read
mission with the air nautical miles per pound of fuel NM/lb = 0.265 (G)
charts, calibrated airspeed be used as the cruise Construct vertical line (GH)
control for obtaining the desired range. Return to chart
Drop vertically from (D) to mach number
USE scale and read mach number -0.440 (I)
(Read cruise speed = 220 KCAS from
Air nautical miles per pound of fuel, true airspeed, Figure A4-1)
and fuel f low are found directly by entering the Continue down to temperature = -20oC (J)
charts with average gross weight, cruise altitude,
Move horizontally to true airspeed scale
the desired type of cruise control and temperature.
and read true airspeed = 270 Knots (K)
To f ind fuel required to cruise a given distance or
length of time, an estimated average gross weight Enter chart:
for the cruise segment is used, and fuel required At true airspeed = 270 Knots (K)
determined from the resulting fuel f low and elapsed Construct horizontal line (KL)
time. If this value of fuel required results in an At the intersection of constructed lines
average gross weight appreciably different from the (GH) and (KL) read fuel f low
estimated weight, the computation is then reworked 1020 lb/hr (M)
using the new gross weight. 4. Compute ground speed:
It should be noted that the line labeled MAXIMUM Ground speed = TAS - Headwind and
RANGE is also the base line for the family of guide tailwind component
lines in this portion of the chart. This base line is = 270 - 60 = 210 Knots
always intercepted f irst before proceeding parallel Compute time to f ly 200 NM
to the guide lines to the desired cruise mach num- time = distance - ground speed = 0.952
ber. (See example, steps 3.A through 3.D) Compute fuel used in cruise:
Fuel used = Fuel f low x time
EXAMPLE: = 1020 lb/hr x 0.952 hr = 971 lb
Conditions: 5. Revise estimated average gross weight:
Initial gross weight: 6100 lb Initial gross 6100 lb
Cruise altitude: 15,000 f t weight:
Cruise temperature: -20oC Computed 971 lb
Wind: Average 60 Knot tailwind fuel used:
Final gross 6100-971 = 5129 lb
Find: Cruise speed for maximum range and fuel weight:
required to f ly 200 NM Average gross 6100+5729 = 5615 lb
weight: 2
SOLUTION: (Figure A4-7)
1. Estimate fuel used: 1200 lb 6. Entering the chart at 5616 pounds cross
2. Determine estimated average gross weight: weight, it is evident that this would result
Initial gross 6100 lb in essentially the same solutions as above;
weight: therefore, the problem is not reworked.
Cruise fuel: 1200 lb
Final gross 6100-1200 = 4900 lb DIVERSION RANGE SUMMARY
weight: TABLES
Average gross 6100+4900 = 5500 lb
The two-engine and single-engine diversion range
weight: 2 summary tables, Figure A4-8, shows the range
3. Enter chart: available and time required for a return to base or
At gross weight = 5500 lb (A) diversion to an alternate with a given quantity of
Move up to cruise altitude = 15,000 f t (B) fuel remaining.
Move across horizontally to base line (C) Two return prof iles are presented: (1) continue
Move parallel to guide lines to 60 Knots cruise at the initial altitude until the over the
Headwind (D) (Use linear interpolation destination f ield with penetration descent to sea
between base line and recommended level, or (2) climb to the optimum altitude and
cruise -100 Knots headwind line) cruise until over the f ield, with a penetration

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descent to sea level. The optimum altitude is the Fuel remaining: 750 lb
cruise altitude which gives the best range for the
profile selected. Range performance for 500, 750, Find: Optimum cruise altitude, range available,
and 1000 pounds remaining fuel are presented. time required, speed, fuel f low.
These fuel quantities include a 250-pound allow- SOLUTION: (Figure A4-9)
ance at sea level for approach and landing at the
destination, but no other reserves or allowances. 1. Enter the table at 750 lb fuel.
The tables also include recommended cruise speed 2. Select column for 15,000 f t initial altitude.
and fuel f low; fuel, time, and distance for an on- 3. Read optimum altitude = 25,000 f t.
course maximum range descent from cruise 4. On line for optimum altitude cruise prof ile
altitude. read NM = 139 and minutes
EXAMPLE: = 38.6
5. In cruise section of table for the optimum
Conditions: altitude of 25,000 f t read KCAS = 185,
Two engines 15,000 f t KTAS = 273, and fuel f low = 750 lb per
Initial altitude: 15,000 f t hour.

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DIVERSION RANGE SUMMARY TABLE


STANDARD DAY TWO ENGINES ZERO WIND
FUEL, RANGE, AND TIME REMAINING
WITH 250 LBS FUEL AT SL PROCEDURE
FUEL 1000 SL 5 10 15 20 25 Initial altitude
FT

NM 42 46 50 54 59 67 Cruise at initial alt to base;


MIN 10.4 13.0 15.8 17.7 19.7 21.7 descent over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

500 LB 1000 SL 5 10 15 20 25 Optimum altitude (remain at


FT present alt)

NM Climb to opt alt and cruise to


MIN base; descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

NM 85 96 109 121 137 158 Cruise at initial alt to base;


MIN 20.7 26.0 29.7 33.0 37.5 41.8 descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

750 LB 1000 25 25 25 25 25 25 Optimum altitude


FT

NM 98 111 127 139 150 158 Climb to opt alt and cruise to
MIN 30.4 33.5 36.2 38.6 40.4 41.8 base; descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

NM 122 146 168 188 216 248 Cruise at initial alt to base;
MIN 29.5 37.0 43.4 48.8 55.2 61.5 descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

1000 LB 1000 25 25 25 25 25 25 Optimum altitude


FT

NM 186 200 215 228 239 248 Climb to opt alt and cruise to
MIN 52.0 52.4 55.2 53.1 60.0 61.5 base; descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

CRUISE KCAS 247 231 218 206 195 185 NOTE


KTAS
F/F
247 250 253 258 264 273
. Fuel and time included for
(lb/hr) 1460 1300 1100 960 840 750 climb at technical order A/S
to opt alt and penetration
descent.
ON NM 7 14 22 29 37 . On course descent - clean
configuration, idle RPM,
COURSE TIME 2.0 4.0 6.0 7.8 9.5 200 KCAS; values given
apply only for the descent.
DESCENT FUEL 19 34 48 58 68

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STANDARD DAY SINGLE ENGINE ZERO WIND
FUEL, RANGE, AND TIME REMAINING
WITH 250 LBS FUEL AT SL PROCEDURE
FUEL 1000 SL 5 10 15 20 25 Initial altitude
FT

NM 60 59 60 61 62 Cruise at initial alt to base;


MIN 19 22 25 27 30 descent over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

500 LB 1000 SL 5 10 15 20 Optimum altitude (remain at


FT present alt)

NM Climb to opt alt and cruise to


MIN base; descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

NM 118 125 134 144 150 Cruise at initial alt to base;


MIN 37 42 47 52 55 descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

750 LB 1000 SL 5 10 15 20 Optimum altitude


FT

NM Climb to opt alt and cruise to


MIN base; descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

NM 176 190 208 223 236 Cruise at initial alt to base;


MIN 55 61 69 75 80 descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

1000 LB 1000 10 10 15 15 20 Optimum altitude


FT

NM 182 199 210 223 236 Climb to opt alt and cruise to
MIN 64 68 81 75 80 base; descend over base; normal
penetration conf iguration

CRUISE KCAS 190 181 171 161 151 NOTE


KTAS
F/F
190 195 198 202 205
. Fuel and time included for
(lb/hr) 804 733 664 613 572 climb at technical order A/S
to opt alt and penetration
descent.
ON NM 7 14 21 28 36
. On course descent - clean
COURSE TIME 1.9 3.8 5.6 7.3 8.9 configuration, idle RPM,
200 KCAS; values given
DESCENT FUEL 9 17 22 28 32 apply only for the descent.

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PART 5 ENDURANCE
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Maximum Endurance ........................................ A5-1

Move up to guide line (E)


MAXIMUM ENDURANCE Construct horizontal line (EF)
The maximum endurance charts (Figures A5-1 and
A5-2) enable the pilot to determine loiter time avail- 4. At the intersection of constructed lines
able for a given fuel quantity or fuel required for a (BC) and (EF) read time = 2 hours (G)
specified loiter time, at maximum endurance speed, EXAMPLE:
for any given conditions of altitude and gross
weight. Charts for both two engine and single Conditions:
engine operation are included. Recommended maxi- Initial gross weight: 5450 lb
mum endurance speed is 125 KCAS for all altitudes Loiter altitude: 5000 feet
and gross weights.
Find: Fuel used to loiter for 1 hour.
USE
SOLUTION:
Loiter time available for a given quantity of fuel is 1. Estimate fuel used: 900 lb
read from the chart at the intersection of a line
2. Determine estimated average gross weight:
representing average gross weight and loiter alti-
tude, and a line representing loiter fuel. To f ind fuel Initial gross 5450 lb
used during a specif ied loiter time, the chart is weight:
entered with an estimated average gross weight, Estimated fuel 900 lb
required altitude and time. If the required fuel used:
indicated results in an average gross weight which Estimated f inal 5450-900 = 4550 lb
is appreciably different from the estimated weight, weight:
the computation is then reworked using the new Estimated 5450+4550 = 5000 lb
gross weight. average
gross weight: 2
EXAMPLE:
3. Enter chart:
Conditions: At average gross weight = 5000 lb (H)
Initial gross weight: 5600 lb Move horizontally to altitude = 5000 f t (I)
Loiter altitude: 20,000 feet Drop vertically to time = 1 hr (J)
Find: Loiter time available with 1200 lb fuel. Move horizontally to guide line (K)
Drop to fuel used scale and read fuel used
SOLUTION: (Figure A5-1)
= 720 lb (L)
1. Determine average gross weight:
Initial gross 5600 lb 4. Revise estimated average gross weight:
weight: Initial gross 5450 lb
Loiter fuel: 1200 lb weight:
Final gross 5600-1200 = 4400 lb Computed 720 lb
weight: fuel used:
Average gross 5600+4400 = 5000 lb Final gross 5450-720 = 4730 lb
weight: 2 weight:
Average gross 5450+4730 = 5090 lb
2. Enter chart: weight: 2
At average gross weight = 5000 lb (A)
Move horizontally to altitude = 20,000 f t 5. Entering the chart at 5090 pounds average
(B) gross weight, it is evident the solution
Construct vertical line (BC) would be essentially the same as shown
above; therefore, the problem is not re-
3. Re-enter chart at fuel used = 1200 lb (D) worked.

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PART 6 DESCENT
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Descent.......................................... A6-1
Find: Speed, rate of descent, time to descend, fuel
DESCENT used, and horizontal distance traveled.
Three types of descent are shown in the descent
charts (Figures A6-1 through A6-3). SOLUTION: (Figure A6-2)
1. The maximum range descent is made with 1. Enter chart at 20,000 feet (A) and proceed
idle RPM, speed break retracted, and 200 KCAS. right to read 293 KCAS (B). Continue right to rate
of descent guide line (C) and drop down to read rate
2. The rapid descent is made with idle RPM, of descent = 22,000 feet per minute (D).
speed brake extended, and limit CAS and should be
used only when it is necessary to descent in the 2. At the intersection of line ac and the conf igur-
minimum possible time. ation drag index guide line (E) drop down to time to
descent guide line (F) and proceed lef t to read time
3. The penetration descent is made with 65% to descent = 43 seconds (G).
RPM and 200 KCAS. The speed brake may be either
extended or retracted. 3. From F, proceed right to the fuel used guide
line (H) and drop down to read fuel used = 5 pounds
EXAMPLE I: (I).
A maximum range descent from 20,000 feet to sea 4. Return to point F and drop down to read
level is planned. horizontal distance traveled = 3.2 NM (J).

Find: Rate of descent, time to descend, fuel used, EXAMPLE III:


and horizontal distance traveled.
A penetration descent with speed brake extended
SOLUTION: (Figure A6-1) from 20,000 feet to sea level is planned.
1. Enter chart at 20,000 feet (A), proceed to the
right to rate of descent guide line (B) and drop down Find: Time to descend, fuel used, and horizontal
to read rate of descent = 3000 feet per minute (C). distance traveled.
2. At the intersection of line AB and the conf ig-
SOLUTION: (Figure A6-3)
uration drag index guide line (D) drop down to the
time to descend guide line (E) and proceed lef t to 1. Enter chart at 20,000 feet (A) and proceed
read time to descent = 7.8 minutes (F). right to drag index guide line for speed brake out
(B).
3. From E, proceed right to the fuel used guide
line (G) then drop down to read fuel used = 58 2. Drop down to time to descend guide line for
pounds (H). speed brake out (C) and proceed lef t to read time to
descent = 6 minutes (D).
4. Return to point E and drop down to read
horizontal distance traveled = 29 NM (I). 3. From C, proceed right to fuel used guide line
for speed brake out (E) and drop down to read fuel
EXAMPLE II: used = 64 pounds (F).
A rapid descent from 20,000 feet to sea level is to be 4. Return to point C and drop down to read
made. horizontal distance traveled =23 NM (G).

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PART 7 LANDING
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Landing Speeds .................................................. A7-1 Correction to Landing Ground Roll for


Normal Landing Distance ................................. A7-1 Runway Condition Reading ............................. A7-1

LANDING SPEEDS 5. Continue down to total distance guide


line (I), then lef t to read total distance to
The Landing Speed Chart (Figure A7-1) gives the clear 50 foot obstacle = 3150 feet (J).
stall, initial stall warning, and minimum approach
speeds with l00% f lap def lection, as a function of CORRECTION TO LANDING GROUND
gross weight. The recommended normal approach
speed for all gross weights is 100 KIAS with 100% ROLL FOR RUNWAY CONDITION
f laps and 110 KIAS with zero f laps. READING
When other than dry conditions exist on active
NORMAL LANDING DISTANCE runways, base operation officers are responsible for
The Normal Landing Distance Chart (Figure A7-2) determining and relaying to the base weather
is used to determine the distance required to clear a station the type of runway covering and the relative
50-foot obstacle, touchdown and come to a complete slickness of the runway, as determined by the
stop. The chart assumes a normal approach speed James brake decelerometer. This information will
of 100 KIAS, 100% f laps, speed brake extended, idle be transmitted as part of the teletype weather
RPM below 50 feet and normal braking during the sequence. The relative slickness of the runway is
ground roll. The distance required for f laps up determined as outlined in T.O. 33-1-23. This
landings may be found by adding 20% to the dis- number will either be a one or a two digit number
tance with 100% f laps. and is referred to as the runway condition reading.
This number will be followed by the letter ″P″ if the
The normal landing distance may be reduced by runway is patchy. A report of SLR14P would
30% by approaching with the minimum approach indicate slush on the runway, RCR of 14, and
speed (see Figure A7-1); however, this is only rec- patchy conditions. Explanation of terms is as
ommended when the available runway length will follows:
not permit the use of 100 KIAS approach speed.
RCR -- Runway condition reading
EXAMPLE: P -- Patchy
WR -- Wet runway
Conditions: SLR -- Slush on runway
Temperature 27oC LSR -- Loose snow on runway
Pressure altitude 2000 feet PSR -- Packed snow on runway
Gross weight 6000 pounds IR -- Ice on runway
Headwind component 10 Knots
Runway condition dry The ground roll distances given in f igure A7-2 are
for an RCR of 23, which represents a normal dry
Find: Landing ground roll distance and total hard surface runway. The corrected ground roll for
distance to clear a 50 foot obstacle. an RCR less than 23 may be found from f igure A7-3
using the dry runway distance and the latest
SOLUTION: (Figure A7-2) reported RCR for the destination runway. To deter-
1. Enter chart at temperature = 27oC (A) mine the corrected total distance over a 50-foot
and proceed right to intercept the obstacle, f irst subtract the dry runway ground roll
temperature conversion guide line (B). from the total distance shown in f igure A7-2 to f ind
the air distance, then add the corrected ground roll.
2. Proceed upward and read temperature = If the reported RCR is equal to or greater than 23,
81oF (C). use the distances shown directly in the Normal
3. Continue upward to pressure altitude =
2000 feet (D), then right to gross weight
= 6000 pounds (E).
4. Drop down to wind base line (F), proceed
parallel to headwind guide lines to wind
= 10 Knots (G), then drop down to read
ground roll = 1800 feet (H).

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Landing Distance chart without any further Find: Ground roll and total distance if the latest
corrections. reported RCR = 12.

CAUTION SOLUTION: (Figure A7-3)

RCR values provide an approximation 1. Enter chart at dry runway ground roll =
of the required stopping distance. If 1800 feet (A).
hydroplaning occurs, it is not possible
to predict the actual stopping distance.
2. Proceed upward to RCR = 12 (B), then
NOTE left to read corrected ground roll = 3100
feet (C).
If no RCR is available, use 12 for wet
runways and 5 for icy runways.
3. Compute air distance: 3150 feet - 1800
EXAMPLE: feet = 1350 feet.
From the previous example, the dry runway ground
roll was 1800 feet and the total distance was 3150 4. Compute corrected total distance: 1350
feet. feet + 3100 feet = 4450 feet.

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PART 8 MISSION PLANNING


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Takeoff and Landing Data Card....................... A8-1 Summary ............................................................ A8-3


Sample Problems................................................ A8-1

TAKEOFF AND LANDING DATA CARD REFUSAL SPEED

The takeoff and landing data card is included in the The refusal speed (KIAS) is the maximum speed at
f light crew checklist. The takeoff and landing infor- which the aircraf t can be stopped in the remaining
mation for the planned mission should be entered runway length.
on the data card and used as a ready reference for
ONE ENGINE FOR BEST ANGLE OR CLIMB
review prior to takeoff and landing. A complete
sample problem of a mission, to familiarize the pilot The speed that will result in the maximum angle of
with use of the charts and procedures to f ill out the climb for single engine conditions is 125 KIAS
takeoff and landing data card, is shown at the end (clean).
of this section. The takeoff and landing data card
definitions are as follows: LANDING DATA
CONDITIONS GROSS WEIGHT

GROSS WEIGHT Gross weight of the aircraf t at end of mission in


pounds.
Gross weight of the aircraf t at start of mission in
pounds. MINIMUM NOSEWHEEL TOUCHDOWN SPEED
The speed at which the nosewheel should be low-
RUNWAY AIR TEMPERATURE ered to the runway.
Runway air temperature in degrees centigrade.
LANDING ROLL
FIELD PRESSURE ALTITUDE The distance required to decelerate from the touch-
down speed to full stop.
Altimeter reading in feet for dial set at 29.92 inches
of mercury.
SAMPLE PROBLEMS
EFFECTIVE WIND This mission planning problem is included as an
Reported wind conditions. additional aid in the application of the data
presented in Appendix I. A typical navigation mis-
RUNWAY LENGTH sion will be planned in the succeeding paragraphs
and each of the charts will be used in the progress of
Usable length of runway in feet. the f light. For this mission, the following conditions
are assumed:
CRITICAL FIELD LENGTH
1. This mission is to be a navigational f light to a
The distance required to accelerate to critical check point 200 NM due west of the home f ield and
engine failure speed and either stop or continue to then to destination located 175 NM due north of the
takeoff on single engine. check point. Constant altitude cruise at 99% maxi-
mum range will be used to the check point and
constant altitude cruise at 95% RPM will be used
TAKEOFF DATA from the check point to destination. A maximum
range descent will be planned to arrive over desti-
TAKEOFF RUN nation at 2000 feet. The air NM per pound of fuel
The distance required to accelerate to take-off chart (Figure A4-6) will be used; however, similar
speed. results can be attained using the constant altitude
cruise charts (Figures A4-2 through A4-5). For plan-
TAKEOFF SPEED ning purposes, an average gross weight of 5500
pounds will be used. Normal deviations from this
The speed at which the aircraf t will leave the weight will result in insignif icant changes in per-
ground. (Normal takeoff speed is 90 KIAS.) formance values.

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2. The weather report over the intended route LANDING IMMEDIATELY AFTER TAKEOFF
includes a wind of 25 Knots from 360 degrees and
the temperature at 20,000 feet is -10 degrees 1. Landing roll (from
Celcius. Temperature deviation during climb is -10 Figures A7-2 and A7-3) ..................... 2970 f t
degrees Celcius hotter than standard. Winds for LANDING DATA (DESTINATION)
climb and descent are light and variable.
In order to determine the landing gross weight,
3. The home f ield conditions are: elevation 500 complete the airborne portion of the mission as this
feet, pressure altitude 600 feet, runway air temper- point and add landing data as the last step.
ature 30 degrees Celius, wind 265 degrees magnetic
at 22 Knots, active runway 22 which is 4000 feet 1. Gross weight..................................... 4990 lbs
long, surface wet, and RCR = 12.
2. Minimum nosewheel
4. The destination f ield conditions are: elevation touchdown speed (from
1000 feet, pressure altitude 1200 feet, runway air Figure A2-1) ..................................... 70 KIAS
temperature 25oC, wind 290o magnetic at 12 Knots,
active runway is 26 which is 5000 feet long, and 3. Landing roll (from
RCR = 8. Figures A7-2 and A7-3....................... 2900 f t
The airborne portion of the mission is planned as
PLANNING THE MISSION
follows:
The f irst step is to f ill out the takeoff and landing WESTBOUND LEG
data card contained in T.O. 1T-37B-1CL-1.
The westbound leg consists of a climb from 500 feet
above f ield elevation to cruise altitude and then
CONDITIONS cruise at speeds for 99% maximum range to the
turning point. Air NM per pound of fuel chart will
1. Gross weight
be used for cruise data.
(Full fuel and crew of two) .............. 6576 lbs
1. Climb from 1000 to 20,000 feet
2. Runway air temperature
(Weather data) ....................................... 30oC a. Gross weight at start
of climb (allow 145
3. Field pressure altitude ........................ 600 f t lbs for ground operation
and takeoff). Engine
4. Effective wind headwind start gross weight
component (from Figure - ground allowance
A2-1)................................................. 15 Knots (6575-145)................................... 6430 lb
Crosswind component (from
Figure A2-1) .................................... 15 Knots b. Fuel used (Figure A3-2
(275-13)......................................... 262 lb
5. Runway slope ............................................ 0%
c. Time required (Figure
A3-3) (10-1/2) ......................... 9 1/2 min
TAKEOFF DATA
1. Critical f ield length d. Horizontal distance ....................36 NM
(from Figure A2-4) ............................. 3510 f t covered (Figure A3-3)
(34-1)
2. Takeoff run
(from Figure A2-3) ............................. 1450 f t 2. Cruise at 20,000 feet

3. Takeoff speed a. Average gross weight ................ 5500 lb


(from Figure A2-2) ........................... 90 KIAS
b. Distance (f irst leg-........................... 164
4. Refusal speed (from climb distance = 200-36
Figures A2-5 and A2-6) ................... 67 KIAS NM

5. One engine out, best c. Recommended mach


rate-of-climb speed no/TAS (Figure A4-6) ...... 43/272 Knots
(from Figure A3-4) ........................ 159 KCAS
d. Calibrated airspeed
6. One engine speed for (Figure A4-1)......................... 195 Knots
best angle-of-climb (clean)............. 125 KIAS

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e. Fuel f low ................................. 860 lb/hr


(Figure A4-6) 3. Total fuel used (Ground
allowance + climb + outbound
f. ETE to turning point cruise + return cruise +
(Climb + cruise = descent = 145+262+530+53).............. 1570 lb
9 1/2 + 36) ............................ 45 1/2 min
4. Fuel reserve (Initial
g. Fuel required to fuel - total fuel used =
turning point (STTO + 2000 - 1570) .......................................... 430 lb
climb + cruise = 145 +
262 + 530) .................................... 937 lb 5. Landing gross weight
(Engine start gross weight -
RETURN LEG total fuel used = 6576-1570).............. 5005 lb

The leg from turning point to destination consists of


The landing data for 4990 lb gross weight may now
cruise at speeds for 95% RPM and then a maximum
be entered on the takeoff and landing data card.
range descent to 2000 feet.
1. Cruise at 20,000 feet
T37B TAKEOFF AND LANDING DATA CARD
a. Average gross weight .............. 5500 lbs
CONDITIONS
b. Distance required to................26.5 NM
descent at end of cruise Takeoff Landing
(Figure A6-1)
Gross weight 6575 lbs 5005 lbs
c. Cruise distance (To...................149 NM Runway air tempera- 30oC 25oC
destination - descent ture
distance = 175-26)
Field pressure altitude 600 f t 1200 f t
d. Recommended mach ................... 53/335 Wind (dir & vel) 265o/ 290o/
no/TAS (Figure A4-6) Knots 22 kn 12 kn
Runway condition 12 8
e. Calibrated airspeed reading (RCR)
(Figure A4-1)......................... 242 Knots Runway length 4000 f t 5000 f t
f. Fuel f low
(Figure A4-6)......................... 1200 lb/hr TAKEOFF
Takeoff run ................................................ 1450 f t
g. Ground speed (335-25) ......... 310 Knots Takeoff speed..................................................... 90
Knots
h. Time required - Minimum nosewheel lif t-off speed................... 83
Turning point Knots
to descent ....................................29 min Refusal speed..................................................... 67
Knots
i. Fuel required - Turning Critical f ield length................................... 3510 f t
point to descent ........................... 580 lb One engine speed for best
angle-of-climb (clear) ................................... 125
2. Descent KIAS
a. Fuel used (Figure A6-1) ............... 53 lb
LANDING
b. Time required
Immediately
(Figure A6-1).................................7 min
After Final
AT DESTINATION Takeoff Landing
1. ETE af ter turn point
(Cruise = descent = 29 + 7) ................36 min Gross weight 6430 lbs 5005 lbs
Minimum 83 Knots 70 Knots
2. Total mission time .................................. 1 hr nosewheel touch-
(0 + 46 + 0 + 36) 21 1/2 down speed
min Landing roll 2970 f t 2900 f t

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Deviation from recommended climb schedule.


SUMMARY
Check your f light plan during the actual f light to
determine whatever deviations exist. These devia- Deviation from recommended cruise control.
tions may be applied to the reserve expected at the
destination. The most important factors to consider
are: Variation in engine performance.

Fuel used during start, taxi, and takeoff (exam-


ple was based on 145 pounds for this phase). Navigational errors, formation f light.

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INDEX

Paragraph, Figure, Paragraph, Figure,


Subject Table Number Subject Table Number

A A (Cont)

Abort .......................................................................3-2 Automatic Opening Safety Belts ............. 1-63, 1-65,


Accelerated Spins, Erect .......................................6-5 1-67, 1-68
Inverted...............................................................6-6 Automatic Opening Parachutes..........................1-65
Accelerometer.......................................................1-35 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Cano-
AC Electrical Power Distribution .......................1-22 py Switch ..........................................................1-52
AC Fuses ..............................................................1-23
After Landing ......................................................2-18 B
After Takeoff........................................................2-12
Aileron and Elevator Trim Tab Barrier Engagement ..............................................3-3
Switch................................................................1-31 Battery Switch ........................................... 1-22, 1-51
Aims ......................................................................1-33 Bailout if Seat Fails to Eject...............................3-16
Airconditioning, Ventilating and Before Exterior Inspection ....................................2-1
Defrosting System, Cockpit ...................1-32*,1-55 Before Leaving Aircraf t ......................................2-19
Airconditioning Controls, Cockpit ..................1-55 Before Takeoff......................................................2-11
Knob, Air Control .........................................1-55 Before Taxiing......................................................2-10
Lever, Cockpit Air ........................................1-55 Belt, Automatic Lap (T.O.
Rheostat, Cockpit Air Temper- 1T-37B-661) Type HBU-12 .................. 1-38*, 1-65
ature Control .............................................1-55 Boost Pump Switch, Fuel ....................................1-12
Switch, Cockpit Air Tempera- Boost Pump Warning Light, Fuel ......................1-12
ture Control ...............................................1-55 Brake System .......................................................1-30
Defrosting System ............................................1-59 Braking Procedure ...............................................2-15
Knob, Windshield and Canopy Breaker, Canopy ...................................... 1-40*, 1-69
Defrost .......................................................1-59 Use of Canopy Breaker Tool..............................3-2
Normal Operation of Cockpit Air
Conditioning System ....................................1-59 C
Air Outlets............................................................1-59
Aircraft, The ..........................................................1-1 Canopy ..................................................................1-51
Dimensions .........................................................1-1 Breaker ................................................. 1-40*, 1-69
Fuel System ......................................................1-9* Defrost Knob.....................................................1-58
General Arrangement ......................................1-1* Emergency Canopy Control
Gross Weight ......................................................1-1 Switch ............................................................1-51
Airstart ...................................................................3-9 Emergency Jettison..........................................3-1*
Attempts During Flameout Land- External Canopy Circuit Switch .....................1-51
ing Pattern ....................................................3-10 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU)
Canopy Switch...........................................1-52
Emergency ................................................ 3-9, 3-23
Canopy Declutch T-Handle..........................1-52
Altitude Loss in Dive Recovery ..........................6-2*
Canopy Jettison T-Handle ...........................1-52
Anticollision Beacon Lights Switch ....................1-50 External Canopy Switches...........................1-52
Approaches, Instrument........................................7-2 Internal Canopy Control Switch .....................1-51
Non-Precision Final ................................. 7-2, 7-3* Canopy Downlock Handles ..........................1-52
Precision Final.......................................... 7-7, 7-4* Canopy-Not-Locked Warning
Radar.................................................................7-2* Light...........................................................1-52
Penetration and Enroute/Radar Loss of, In-Flight ..............................................3-13
Descents ..........................................................7-2 Unlocked During Flight...................................3-13
Circling................................................................7-7 Center of Gravity Limitations ..............................5-4
VOR/DME/VORTAC.........................................7-1* Charts, Airspeed Position Correc-
Attitude Indicator ARU-42A (T.O. tion Inf light ................................................... A1-2*
1T-37B-561) ......................................................1-36 Air Nautical Miles Per Pound of
ARU-44/A ..........................................................1-35 Fuel (Single Engine).................................. A4-8*
Automatic Lap Belt (T.O. Air Nautical Miles Per Pound of
1T-37B-661) Type HBU-12 ....................1-38*,1-65 Fuel (Two Engines) ................................... A4-7*

* Denotes Illustration
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C (Cont) C (Cont)

Best Climb Speed and Velocity During Takeoff Ground


Rate-of-Climb (Single Engine) .................. A3-4* Run ............................................................. A2-7*
Best Climb Speed and Checklist.......................................................... ii, 2-20
Rate-of-Climb (Two Engines).................... A3-1* Clock .....................................................................1-37
Compressibility Correction Chart ............... A1-3* Cockpit Forward View.........................................1-2*
Constant Altitude Cruise (99% Left Side ...........................................................1-3*
Maximum Range) Time and Right Side .........................................................1-3*
Ground Speed ............................................ A4-2* Cockpit Air Conditioning Controls .....................1-54
Constant Altitude Cruise (95% Knob, Air Control .............................................1-58
RPM) Time and Ground Speed................. A4-4* Lever, Cockpit Air ............................................1-48
Constant Altitude Cruise (99% Rheostat, Cockpit Air Tempera-
Maximum Range) Fuel Flow ture Control...................................................1-58
and Fuel Required ..................................... A4-3* Switch, Cockpit Air Temperature
Constant Altitude Cruise (95% Control...........................................................1-54
RPM) Fuel Flow and Fuel Re- Cockpit Air Conditioning System,
quired.......................................................... A4-6* Normal Operation ............................................1-58
Correction to Landing Ground Cold Weather Procedures......................................7-9
Roll for Runway Condition After Takeoff ....................................................7-10
Reading (RCR) ........................................... A7-3* Approach to Pattern.........................................7-10
Correction to Refusal Speed or Before Entering the Aircraf t.............................7-9
Critical Engine Failure for Before Leaving the Aircraf t ............................7-10
Runway Condition ..................................... A2-6* Descent..............................................................7-10
Critical Field Length .................................... A2-4* On Entering the Aircraf t...................................7-9
Density Altitude Chart ................................. A1-5* Starting Engines ................................................7-9
Fuel Used to Climb (Single En- Takeoff ................................................................7-9
gine) ............................................................ A3-5* Taxiing Instructions...........................................7-9
Fuel Used to Climb (Two En- Warmup and Ground Check .............................7-9
gines) .......................................................... A3-2* Communication and Associated
Electronic Systems ...........................................1-38
Landing Speeds ............................................. A7-1*
Communication and Associated
Mach Number - Calibrated Air-
Electronic Equipment Table ........................1-39
speed Chart ................................................ A4-1*
Command Radio UHF-AN/ARC-164
Maximum Endurance (Single En-
Control Panel........................................ 1-24*, 1-40
gine) ............................................................ A5-2*
Operation of UHF Command Ra-
Maximum Endurance (Two En- dio ..................................................................1-40
gines) .......................................................... A5-1* Course Indicator.................................. 1-28*, 1-41,
Maximum Range Descent............................. A6-1* 1-46
Refusal Speeds or Critical Engine DME Navigation System .................................1-43
Failure Speed, Military Power ................. A2-5* Control Panel NAV/DME ...........................1-25*
Normal Landing Distances........................... A7-2* DME Indicator Displays.............................1-27*
Normal Takeoff Distance.............................. A2-3* DME, System - AVQ-75 Opera-
Penetration Descent...................................... A6-3* tion of .........................................................1-44
Rapid Descent................................................ A6-2* Interphone System AN/AIC-10 .......................1-38
Speed Conversion Chart ............................... A1-4* Interphone Control Panel ............... 1-23*, 1-41,
Standard Atmospheric Table........................ A1-1* 1-43, 1-44,
Takeoff and Landing Crosswind 1-45, 1-46,
Chart........................................................... A2-1* 1-50
Takeoff Speed ................................................ A2-2* Interphone Operation...................................1-40
Time to Climb and Horizontal Radio Magnetic Indicator .................... 1-29*, 1-46
Distance Traveled (Single En- Communication and Associated
gine) ............................................................ A3-6* Electronic Equipment ......................................1-39
Time to Climb and Horizontal Complete Electrical Failure ................................3-25
Distance Traveled (Two En- Control System, Flight ........................................1-31
gines) .......................................................... A3-3* Control Lock ............................................. 1-20*, 1-32

* Denotes Illustration
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C (Cont) E (Cont)

Control Quadrants ...............................................1-6* Ejection ...................................................3-2, 3-6, 3-7,


Control Stick MOVEMENTS (Ele- 3-14, 3-16,
vator), Abrupt .....................................................6-7 3-26
Control Stick Grip .................................. 1-17*, 1-29, After ..................................................................3-16
1-31 Before, If Time and Conditions
Controllability Check (Structural Permit............................................................3-16
Damage) ............................................................3-12 Capabilities.......................................................3-7*
Crosswind Takeoff ...............................................2-12 Forced Landing...................................................3-9
Cruise....................................................................2-14 Injury Risk........................................................3-6*
Low Altitude .....................................................3-12
D Minimum Ejection Altitudes ...........................3-16
Emergency Minimum Altitude........................3-15
Procedures ........................................................3-7*
Danger Areas .......................................................2-2*
Sequence ...........................................................3-7*
Data Card, Takeoff and Landing .......................2-20 Ejection Seats........................................... 1-37*, 1-63
DC Circuit Breakers .................................. 1-22, 1-23 Handgrips .........................................................1-63
DC Electrical Power Distribution.......................1-18 Shoulder Harness Locking Lever....................1-63
Declutch T-Handle, Canopy ................................1-52 Trigger..................................................... 1-65, 1-63
Defrosting System................................................1-54 Electrically Operated Equipment .......................1-18
Knob, Windshield and Canopy Electrical Power Supply System............. 1-12*, 1-18
Defrost ...........................................................1-58 AC Electrical Power Distribution ..................1-22
Departing, Prepared Surface ................................3-2 AC Fuses...........................................................1-23
Descent .................................................................2-14 Battery Switch........................................ 1-22, 1-51
Cold Weather Procedures ..................................7-9 DC Circuit Breakers ........................................1-22
Desert and Hot Weather Proce- DC Electrical Power Distribution ..................1-18
dures ..............................................................7-10 Electrically Operated Equipment ..................1-18
Desert and Hot Weather Proce- External Power Receptacle..............................1-22
dures..................................................................7-10 Generator Switches ..........................................1-22
After Takeoff ....................................................7-10 Inverter Switch.................................................1-22
Before Entering the Aircraf t...........................7-10 Loadmeters .......................................................1-22
Descent..............................................................7-10 Electrical Power ............................................. 3-4, 3-5
Takeoff ..............................................................7-10 Complete Electrical Failure.............................3-25
Taxiing Instructions.........................................7-10 Generator Failure ............................................3-25
Diluter Lever, Oxygen Regulator .......................1-59 High Loadmeter Reading ................................3-25
Dimensions, Aircraf t .............................................1-1 Inverter Failure................................................3-25
Dive Recovery, Altitude Loss in .........................6-2* Zero/Negative Loadmeter Read-
Diving .....................................................................6-6 ing ..................................................................3-26
DME Indicator Displays....................................1-27* Emergency Airstart ..................................... 3-9, 3-23
DME Navigation Set - AN/ Emergency Canopy Jettison................................3-1*
ARN-154(V).......................................................1-44 Emergency Entrance ...........................................3-7*
DME Navigation System.......................... 1-43, 1-44, Emergency Equipment ........................................1-37
1-46 Engine Fire and Overheat Detect
Control Panel NAV/DME...............................1-25* System ............................................... 1-22*, 1-38
Engine Fire and Overheat Detect
DME Indicator Displays ................................1-27*
Switches ........................................................1-38
DME Operation ................................................1-44
Engine Fire and Overheat or Fire
Downlock Handles, Canopy ................................1-52 Detect Warning Lights.................................1-38
Downlock Safety Pins, Landing Survival Kit ......................................................1-68
Gear.................................................................1-16* Emergency Extension, Landing
Duration Chart, Oxygen System ......................1-34* Gear.................................................. 3-8, 3-21, 3-25
Emergency Lever, Oxygen Regula-
E tor ......................................................................1-59
Emergency Override Switch, Land-
Egress, Emergency Ground...................................3-2 ing Gear ............................................................1-28

* Denotes Illustration
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Emergency Procedures Critical Ac- Throttles..............................................................1-8


tion ......................................................................3-1 Throttle Friction Knob.......................................1-9
Introduction ........................................................3-1 Engine Limitations ............................................5-1
Noncritical Action ..............................................3-1 Exhaust Gas Temperature, Ex-
Emergency Retraction, Landing cessive Engine .............................................5-1
Gear.....................................................................3-4 RPM .................................................................5-1
Emergency T-Handle, Landing Exterior Inspection........................... 2-1*, 2-1, 2-2,
Gear...................................................................3-8* 2-19
Engines ......................................................... 1-4*, 1-1 Exterior Lighting..............................................1-49
After Engine Shutdown (Before Anticollision Beacon Lights
Leaving Aircraf t) ..........................................2-19 Switch ........................................................1-49
Before Starting .................................................2-20 Landing and Taxi Lights
Engine Instruments .........................................1-12 Switch ........................................................1-49
Accelerometer................................................5-1* External Canopy Controls .............................1-31*
Airspeed.........................................................5-1* Canopy Declutch T-Handle..........................1-52
Exhaust Gas Temperature In- External Canopy Switches...........................1-52
dicators ............................................ 1-12, 5-1* External Power Receptacle..............................1-22
Fuel Flow Indicators ....................................1-12
Hydraulic Pressure.......................................5-1*
F
Loadmeter .....................................................5-1*
Oil Pressure Indicators ...................... 1-12, 5-1*
Tachometers........................................ 1-12, 5-1* Failure, Engine ......................................................3-6
Failure......................................................... 3-5, 3-7 During Takeoff One Engine
During Takeoff One Engine (After Airborne) ..............................................3-5
(After Airborne) ..........................................3-5 During Takeoff Two Engines
During Takeoff Two Engines (After Airborne, Low Altitude) ......................3-4
(After Airborne Low Alti- Flight Characteristics Under
tude) .............................................................3-4 Partial Power Conditions ...............................3-5
Engine .............................................................3-6 One Engine, During Flight................................3-6
One Engine, During Flight ............................3-6 Two Engines, During Flight...................... 3-4, 3-6
Two Engines, During Flight ..........................3-6 Fire
Flight Characteristics Under Electrical .............................................................3-8
Partial Power Conditions ...............................3-5 Engine Fire and Overheat.................................3-7
Minimum Single Engine Speed ..................3-3* Engine Fire or Overheat Warn-
Fire and Overheat............................... 3-2, 3-5, 3-7 ing During Flight............................................3-7
Engine .............................................................3-7 Engine Fire or Overheat During
Fire or Overheat During Start ......................3-2 Ground Operations .........................................3-2
Fire or Overheat During Take- Engine Fire or Overheat During
off, One Engine ...........................................3-5 Takeoff, One....................................................3-5
Overheat Warning During Overheat Warning During Flight ....................3-7
Flight............................................................3-7 Fire and Overheat Detect System
Fuel Control System ................................ 1-5*, 1-1 Engines ................................................. 1-22*, 1-38
Engine-Driven Fuel Pumps ...........................1-8 Fire and Overheat Detect Switches,
Fuel Control ....................................................1-8 Engines .............................................................1-38
Quadrants, Control.......................................1-6* Fire and Overheat Detect Warning
Quantity, Data ............................................1-11* Lights, Engines ................................................1-38
Ice Warning System...........................................1-9 Flap System, Wing ..............................................1-31
Ignition System ..................................................1-9 Flat Tire, Landing With a...................................3-23
Ignition Switches ............................................1-9 Flight Characteristics............................................6-1
Restart During Flight ........................................3-9 Flight Characteristics Under Par-
Shutdown ......................................... 2-9, 2-18, 2-19 tial Power Conditions ........................................3-5
Starting ....................................................... 2-8, 2-9 Flight Control System .........................................1-31
Starting System..................................................1-9 Aileron and Elevator Trim Tab
Starter Switches .............................................1-9 Switch .................................................. 1-31, 1-32

* Denotes Illustration
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F (Cont) G (Cont)

Control Lock ......................................... 1-20*, 1-32 Go-Around/Missed Approach .................... 2-17, 2-18
Control Stick Grip ............................... 1-17*, 1-29, Single Engine ...................................................3-20
1-31 Gravity Feed Light ................................... 1-13, 1-17,
Control Trim Tabs..............................................6-6 1-18
Flight Controls ...................................................6-6 Ground Clearance, Minimum Turn-
Primary Controls................................................6-6 ing Radius and .................................................2-3*
Rudder Pedals ........................................ 1-29, 1-31 Gross Weight..........................................................1-1
Rudder Trim Tab Switch .................................1-32
Flight Strength, Operating .................................5-2* H
Float Switch Malfunction or Fuel
Boost Pump Warning During Handgrips, Ejection Seat ..................................1-37*
Flight.................................................................3-23 Handle, Canopy Jettison T- ..................... 1-51, 1-52,
Forced Landing, Ejection vs..................................3-9 1-63
Forced Landing, Typical ..................................3-5* Handles, Wing Flap.............................................1-31
Forward View, Cockpit........................................1-2* Heading Indicator, J-2.........................................1-36
Fuel Supply System................................... 1-9*, 1-12 Heat, Pitot Switch ...............................................1-32
Boost Pump.......................................................1-12 High Fuel Flow ....................................................3-24
Boost Pump Switch ..........................................1-12 Holding ...................................................................7-1
Boost Pump Warning Light.............................1-12 Hose Hookup, Oxygen System................ 1-36*, 1-61
Boost Pump Warning During Hydraulic Power Supply System ........... 1-14*, 1-23,
Flight or Float Switch Mal- 1-29
function..........................................................3-23 Hydraulic System Pressure Indi-
Control System ......................................... 1-5*, 1-1 cator ...............................................................1-23
Engine-Driven Fuel Pumps ................... 1-1, 1-8 Hydraulic Supply System Failure ......................3-20
Fuel Control ....................................................1-8
Flow Fluctuation Limitations ...........................5-4 I
Flow Indicators.................................................1-12
Gaging Selector Switch....................................1-13
Ice and Rain ...........................................................7-7
Gravity Feed Light...........................................1-13
Ice Warning System, Engine ................................1-9
High Fuel Flow.................................................3-24
Ignition System......................................................1-9
Imbalance..........................................................3-24
Ignition Switches................................................1-9
Low Level Warning Light................................1-13
Illuminated Fuel Boost Pump
Management .....................................................1-13 Warning Light During Flight..........................3-23
Quantity Data ................................................1-11* ILS, Precision Final Approach..............................7-7
Quantity Indicator ...........................................1-13 Imbalance, Fuel ...................................................1-13
Quantity Indicator, Test Switch .....................1-13 Injury Risk, Ejection............................................3-6*
Shutoff T-Handles................................. 1-13, 1-38, Instruments............................................... 1-23, 1-33,
1-12 1-37, 1-46,
Servicing Chart ..............................................1-10* 1-50
Switch................................................................1-13 Aims ........................................................ 1-33, 1-35
Fuels .....................................................................1-69 Accelerometer ......................................... 1-35, 1-50
Alternate ...........................................................1-70 Altimeter.............................................. 1-21*, 1-35,
Emergency ........................................................1-70 1-37, 1-50
Primary .............................................................1-69 Operating Characteristics............................1-34
Fuses, AC .............................................................1-23 Operation.......................................................1-35
Pre-Flight Check...........................................1-35
G Attitude Indicator
ARU-42A (T.O. 1T-37B-561) ........................1-36
Gaging Selector Switch, Fuel..............................1-13 ARU-44A .......................................................1-35
General Arrangement, Aircraf t ..........................1-1* J-2 ..................................................................1-36
Generator Failure ................................................3-25 Clock..................................................................1-37
Generator Switches .............................................1-22 Course Indicator.................................. 1-28*, 1-46,
Glide Distance, Maximum...................................3-4* 1-50

* Denotes Illustration
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I (Cont) I (Cont)

Engine Instruments .............................. 1-12, 1-33, Interphone ................................................. 1-38, 1-39,


1-50 1-40, 1-43,
Exhaust Gas Temperature In- 1-44, 1-45,
dicators ......................................................1-12 1-50
Fuel Flow Indicators ....................................1-12 Operation ..........................................................1-40
Oil Pressure Indicators ...................... 1-12, 1-18 Inverted Spins
Tachometers..................................................1-12 Accelerated.................................................. 6-3, 6-6
Fuel Flow Indicators ........................................1-12 Decelerated ................................................. 6-3, 6-5
Fuel Quantity Indicator......................... 1-13, 1-18 Inverter Failure ...................................................3-25
Hydraulic System Pressure Indi- Inverter Switch .......................................... 1-22, 1-36
cator ...............................................................1-23
Indicator, J-2 Heading .....................................1-36 J
Landing Gear Position Indicator
Lights.............................................................1-29 Jettison T-Handle, Canopy ...................... 1-51, 1-52,
Magnetic Compass ...........................................1-37 1-63
Pitot Static........................................................1-37 J-2 Heading Indicator..........................................1-36
Radio Magnetic Indicator .................... 1-29*, 1-46 Cut-Out and Fast Slave Switch ......................1-37
Turn and Slip Indicator...................................1-37
Instrument, Circuit Breaker and K
AC Fuse Panel................................................1-13*
Instrument Flight Procedures ..............................7-1 Knob, Air Control ................................................1-58
Holding................................................................7-1 Throttle Friction.................................................1-9
Instrument Approaches .....................................7-2 Windshield and Canopy Defrost ........... 1-54, 1-58
Instrument Climb...............................................7-1
Instrument Cruising Flight...............................7-1 L
Instrument Takeoff ............................................7-1
Introduction ........................................................7-1 Landing.................................................................2-14
Nonprecision Final Approach............................7-2 After Landing...................................................2-18
Penetration and Enroute/Radar Before Landing .................................................2-14
Descents ..........................................................7-2 Braking Procedure ...........................................2-15
Precision Final Approach ..................................7-7 Configuration Spins................................... 6-3, 6-6
Spin Characteristics .......................................6-2
Radar Letdowns .................................................7-2
Crosswind .........................................................2-15
Radar Approach................................................7-2*
Ejection vs Forced ..............................................3-8
Radio and Navigation Equipment ....................7-1 Forced................................................................3-5*
Radar Pattern...................................................7-2* Go-Around/Missed Approach...........................2-17
VOR/DME/VORTAC.........................................7-1* No Flap .............................................................2-15
Instrument Markings ..........................................5-1* Normal ..............................................................2-14
Instrument Panel, Lef t .......................................1-7* On Slippery Runways ......................................2-17
Interior Inspection (All Flights)............................2-5 One Engine Inoperative...................................3-20
Interior Lighting ..................................................1-50 Overhead...........................................................2-4*
Primary Flight Instrument Porpoising .........................................................2-17
Lights Rheostat.............................................1-50 Straight-in Approach .......................................2-15
Primary Instrument Lights Rhe- Touch and Go Landings...................................2-18
ostat ...............................................................1-50 Landing Emergencies ..........................................3-20
Radio Lights Rheostat .....................................1-50 Flat Tire, Landing With a ...............................3-23
Secondary Instrument Lights Forced Landing (No Power).................... 3-5* 3-10
Rheostat ........................................................1-50 Landing With a Gear Malfunc-
Warning Lights Dimming Switch ....... 1-17, 1-29, tion.................................................................3-22
1-38, 1-50, Wheel Brake Failure........................................3-23
1-51 Landing Gear System..........................................1-23
Interphone Control Panel..................................1-23* Downlock Safety Pins ....................................1-16*

* Denotes Illustration
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Emergency Extension ........................... 1-28, 1-29, Parachute Support Blocks ...............................1-69


3-21 Rear-Vision Mirror ...........................................1-69
Emergency Override Switch.................. 1-28, 3-2* Missed Approach, Go Around .............................2-17
Emergency Retraction........................................3-4
Emergency T-Handle .......................................3-8* N
Failure to Extend .............................................3-21
Handles .............................................................1-28 NAV/DME Control Panel ......................... 1-41, 1-43,
Minimum Single Engine Speed.......................3-3* 1-44, 1-46,
Position Indicator Lights .................................1-29 1-50
Warning Light and Audible Sys- Night Flying ...........................................................7-8
tem .................................................................1-29 Normal Landing...................................................2-14
Lever, Cockpit Air................................................1-58 Normal Operation, Cockpit Air
Lever, Shoulder Harness Locking ......................1-63 Condition...........................................................1-54
Lighting Equipment ............................................1-49 Normal Spins, Erect ...................................... 6-2, 6-5
Exterior Lighting..............................................1-49 Normal Takeoff ....................................................2-12
Anticollision Beacon Lights Nose Compartment Door Opening
Switch .............................................. 1-49, 1-50 In-Flight (High Airspeed) ................................3-12
Landing and Taxi Lights On Takeoff ........................................................3-13
Switch .............................................. 1-49, 1-50 Nosewheel Steering System...................... 1-22, 1-29
Interior Lighting ..............................................1-50 Steering Switch ................................................1-29
Primary Flight Instrument
Lights Rheostat .........................................1-50
O
Secondary Instrument Lights
Rheostat.....................................................1-50
Oil Pressure............................................................5-1
Radio Lights Rheostat..................................1-50
Oil Supply System ...............................................1-12
Warning Lights Dimming
Pressure Indicators ................................ 1-12, 1-18
Switch .............................................. 1-50, 1-51
Servicing Chart ..............................................1-10*
Lights, Utility............................................. 1-50, 1-51
Oil System Malfunction.......................................3-26
Limitations Center of Gravity ..............................5-4
One and Zero System, Ejection .............. 1-39*, 1-67
Engines, RPM.....................................................5-1
One Engine Inoperative, Landing ......................3-20
Exhaust Gas Temperature, Ex-
Operating Limitations ...........................................5-1
cessive Engine.................................................5-1
Operation of DME Navigation Set
Lineup...................................................................2-12
AN/ARN-154(V) ..................................... 1-39, 1-44,
Loadmeters...........................................................1-22
1-46
Loadmeter Reading High ....................................3-25
Operations Check.................................................2-13
Zero/Negative....................................................3-26 Overhead Landing Pattern ...................................2-4
Longitudinal Stability ...........................................6-6 Overheat Warning During Flight.........................3-7
Low Level Warning Light, Fuel ............... 1-13, 1-17 Overheat Warning During Takeoff,
(After Airborne) One Engine.............................3-5
M Oxygen System ....................................................1-58
Duration Chart...............................................1-34*
Maintenance Requirements, Minor ....................2-20 Emergency Lever..............................................1-60
Malfunction, Oil System......................................3-26 Operation.......................................................3-27
Maneuvers, Prohibited ..........................................5-4 Hose Hookup ........................................ 1-36*, 1-61
Map Case..............................................................1-68 Pref light Check ................................................1-61
Maximum Glide Distances ..................................3-4* Regulators............................................. 1-35*, 1-61
Minimum Crew Requirements..............................5-1 Prisms............................................................1-60
Minimum Single Engine Speed.......................3-3* Regulator Indicators ........................................1-61
Minimum Turning Radius and Pressure Gage and Flow Indi-
Ground Clearance ............................................2-3* cator ...........................................................1-61
Miscellaneous Equipment ...................................1-68 Regulator Levers ..............................................1-59
Canopy Breaker................................................1-69 Diluter ...........................................................1-59
Map Case ..........................................................1-68 Emergency.....................................................1-60

* Denotes Illustration
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Supply............................................................1-60 Seat Fails to Eject, Bailout if..............................3-16


Seat-Man Separator.............................................1-65
P Secondary Instrument Lights Rheo-
stat ....................................................................1-50
Panel, Right Instrument, Circuit Servicing Chart ..................................................1-10*
Breaker and AC Fuse ....................................1-13* Shoulder Harness Locking Lever .......................1-63
Panel, Switch .......................................................1-8* Shutdown, Engines .................................... 2-18, 2-19
Parachute Support Blocks...................................1-69 Smoke and Fume Elimination ..............................3-8
Pattern, Landing..................................................2-4* Speed Brake and Thrust Attenu-
Pitot and Stall Warning Transduc- ator System............................................... 1-30, 6-7
er Vane Heat ....................................................1-32 Speed Brake......................................................1-30
Pitot Static Instruments .....................................1-37 Speed Brake Switch .........................................1-30
Porpoising.............................................................2-17 Thrust Attenuators .............................. 1-18*, 1-30
Position Indicator Lights, Landing Spin Prevention .....................................................6-3
Gear...................................................................1-29 Spin Recoveries ......................................................6-4
Position Lights Switch ........................................1-50 Spin Recovery Characteristics ..............................6-5
Pref light Check......................................................2-1 Erect Accelerated ...............................................6-5
Pref light Check, Oxygen System .......................1-61 Inverted Accelerated ..........................................6-6
Prepared Surface, Departing ................................3-2 Inverted Decelerated..........................................6-5
Primary Controls ...................................................6-6 Landing Conf iguration ......................................6-6
Primary Flight Instrument Lights Erect Normal ......................................................6-5
Rheostat ............................................................1-50 Spins .......................................................................6-2
Primary Instrument Lights Rheo- Erect Accelerated ...............................................6-3
stat ....................................................................1-50 Characteristics....................................................6-2
Inverted Accelerated ..........................................6-3
Prohibited Maneuvers ...........................................5-4
Inverted Decelerated..........................................6-3
Landing Conf iguration ......................................6-3
R Erect Normal ......................................................6-2
Spoiler System ......................................... 1-19*, 1-31
Radar Descents, Penetration and Stability, Longitudinal ..........................................6-6
Enroute ...............................................................7-2 Stalls .......................................................................6-1
Radar Pattern, Precision or Stall Speed Chart ................................................6-1*
Non-Precision ..........................................7-2*, 7-3* Standard Atmospheric Table ........................... A1-1*
Radio and Navigation Equipment ........................7-1 Starting Engines ....................................................2-8
Radio Lights Rheostat .........................................1-50 Cold Weather Procedures ..................................7-9
Radio Magnetic Indicator........................ 1-29*, 1-46 Starting System .....................................................1-9
Rain.........................................................................7-8 Starter Switches.................................................1-9
Rain, Ice and ..........................................................7-7 Strange Field Procedures ....................................2-19
Rear-Vision Mirror ..............................................1-69 Support Blocks, Parachute..................................1-69
Regulators, Oxygen.................................. 1-35*, 1-61 Supply Lever, Oxygen .........................................1-60
Regulator Indicators, Oxygen Sys- Surface, Departing Prepared ................................3-2
tem.....................................................................1-58 Survival Kit, Emergency .....................................1-68
Pressure Gage and Flow Indica- Switches Aileron and Elevator
tor...................................................................1-61 Trim Tab ...........................................................1-31
Regulator Levers, Oxygen System .....................1-59 Anticollision Beacon Lights .............................1-50
Diluter...............................................................1-59 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Can-
Emergency ........................................................1-60 opy..................................................................1-52
Supply ...............................................................1-60 Battery ..............................................................1-51
Restart During Flight, Engine..............................3-9 Cockpit Air Temperature Control ..................1-54
Rheostat, Cockpit Air Temperature Engine Fire and Overheat Detec-
Control ..............................................................1-54 tion.................................................................1-38
Rudder Pedals ........................................... 1-29, 1-30, External Canopy Circuit..................................1-51
1-31 Emergency Canopy Control.............................1-51
Rudder Trim Tab Switch.....................................1-32 Fuel Boost Pump ..............................................1-12

* Denotes Illustration
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T.O. 1T-37B-1

INDEX - Continued

Paragraph, Figure, Paragraph, Figure,


Subject Table Number Subject Table Number

S (Cont) T (Cont)

Fuel Gaging Selector........................................1-13 Trigger, Seat Ejection................................ 1-63, 1-65


Fuel Quantity Indicator Test ..........................1-13 Trim, Runaway ....................................................3-13
Fuel System ......................................................1-13 Trim Tabs, Control ................................................6-6
Generator ..........................................................1-22 Erratic Fluctuation ..........................................3-14
Heading Indicator Cut-Out and Turbulence and Thunderstorms ...........................7-8
Fast Slave......................................................1-37 Turn and Slip Indicator ......................................1-37
Ignition................................................................1-9
Internal Canopy Control..................................1-51
Inverter ................................................... 1-22, 1-36 U
Landing and Taxi Lights ....................... 1-49, 1-50
UHF Command Radio AN/ARC-164 ...... 1-24*, 1-39
Landing Gear Emergency Over-
ride....................................................... 1-28, 3-2* Operation ..........................................................1-40
Nosewheel Steering..........................................1-29 Unsymmetrica1 Flap Condition..........................3-22
Pitot Heat .........................................................1-32 Utility Light ............................................... 1-50, 1-51
Rudder Trim Tab .............................................1-32
Speed Brake......................................................1-30 V
Starter.................................................................1-9
Warning Lights Dimming................................1-50 Ventilating System .................................. 1-32*, 1-54
Switch Panel ........................................................1-8* VOR/DME/VORTAC ............................................7-1*
VOR/ILS Operation ................................... 1-18, 1-42
T Receiver-AN/ARN-127............................ 1-39, 1-41
Test....................................................................1-42
Tachometers .........................................................1-12 VOR/MKR Test Button ....................................1-42
Takeoff..................................................................2-12
After ..................................................................2-13
Before ................................................................2-11 W
Cold Weather Procedures ..................................7-9
Warmup and Ground Check .................................7-9
Crosswind .........................................................2-12
Warning Light and Audible Sys-
Desert and Hot Weather Proce- tem, Landing Gear ...........................................1-29
dures ................................................................7-9
Warning Light,
Normal ..............................................................2-12 Canopy-Not-Locked ..........................................1-52
With Partial Power Conditions .........................3-5 Warning Lights Dimming Switch.......................1-50
Taxiing..................................................................2-11 Weight Limitations...................................... 5-2*, 5-4
Cold Weather Procedures ..................................7-9 Wheel Brake Failure ...........................................3-23
Desert and Hot Weather Proce- Windshield and Canopy Defrost
dures ..............................................................7-10 Knob ........................................................ 1-54, 1-58
Temperature Controls .......................................1-33* Wing Flap System ...............................................1-31
Touch and Go Landings ......................................2-18 Handles .............................................................1-31
Thrust Attenuators................................. 1-18*, 1-30, Position Indicator .............................................1-31
1-31
Transponder, AN/APX-72......................... 1-39, 1-46,
1-49 Z
Control Panel........................................ 1-30*, 1-47
Modes of Operation ................................ 1-47, 1-48 Zero Delay Lanyard .............................................1-67
Special Signal ......................................... 1-47, 1-48 Connection Requirements................................1-68

* Denotes Illustration
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