Instrument Flying

Instrument Takeoff | Helicopter Attitude Instrument Flying

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

The procedures and techniques described here should be modified as necessary to conform to those set forth in the operating instructions for the particular helicopter being flown. During training, instrument takeoffs should not be attempted except when receiving instruction from an appropriately certificated, proficient flight instructor pilot. Adjust the miniature aircraft in the attitude indicator, […]

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Unusual Attitudes and Emergencies | Helicopter Attitude Instrument Flying

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

Unusual Attitudes Any maneuver not required for normal helicopter instrument flight is an unusual attitude and may be caused by any one or combination of factors, such as turbulence, disorientation, instrument failure, confusion, preoccupation with flight deck duties, carelessness in cross-checking, errors in instrument interpretation, or lack of proficiency in aircraft control. Due to the

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Helicopter Straight Climbs and Straight Descents (Constant Airspeed and Constant Rate)

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

Straight Climbs (Constant Airspeed and Constant Rate) For any power setting and load condition, there is only one airspeed that gives the most efficient rate of climb. To determine this, consult the climb data for the type of helicopter being flown. The technique varies according to the airspeed on entry and whether a constant airspeed

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Straight and Level Flight | Helicopter Attitude Instrument Flying

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

Straight-and-level unaccelerated flight consists of maintaining the desired altitude, heading, airspeed, and pedal trim. Pitch Control The pitch attitude of a helicopter is the angular relation of its longitudinal axis to the natural horizon. If available, the attitude indicator is used to establish the desired pitch attitude. In level flight, pitch attitude varies with airspeed

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Instrument Flight | Helicopter Attitude Instrument Flying

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

To achieve smooth, positive control of the helicopter during instrument flight, three fundamental skills must be developed. They are instrument cross-check, instrument interpretation, and aircraft control. Instrument Cross-Check Cross-checking, sometimes referred to as scanning, is the continuous and logical observation of instruments for attitude and performance information. In attitude instrument flying, an attitude is maintained

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Instrument Takeoff | Flight Maneuvers Using an Electronic Flight Display

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

The reason for learning to fly by reference to instruments alone is to expand a pilot’s abilities to operate an aircraft in visibility less than VFR. Another valuable maneuver to learn is the instrument takeoff. This maneuver requires the pilot to maneuver the aircraft during the takeoff roll by reference to flight instruments alone with

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Turns | Flight Maneuvers Using an Electronic Flight Display

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

Standard Rate Turns The previous sections have addressed flying straight-and-level as well as climbs and descents. However, attitude instrument flying is not accomplished solely by flying in a straight line. At some point, the aircraft needs to be turned to maneuver along victor airways, global positioning system (GPS) courses, and instrument approaches. The key to

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Straight Climbs and Descents | Flight Maneuvers Using an Electronic Flight Display

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

Each aircraft has a specific pitch attitude and airspeed that corresponds to the most efficient climb rate for a specified weight. The POH/AFM contains the speeds that produce the desired climb. These numbers are based on maximum gross weight. Pilots must be familiar with how the speeds vary with weight so they can compensate during

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Straight and Level Flight | Flight Maneuvers Using an Electronic Flight Display

Flying Training, Instrument Flying

Pitch Control The pitch attitude of an airplane is the angle between the longitudinal axis of the airplane and the actual horizon. In level flight, the pitch attitude varies with airspeed and load. For training purposes, the latter factor can normally be disregarded in small airplanes. At a constant airspeed, there is only one specific

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