AS 350 B3e Situation Des Revisions Du Manuel de Vol: Flight Manual Revisions Status

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FLIGHT MANUAL
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EASA TYPE CERTIFICATE No. EASA.R.008
REGISTRATION No. SERIAL No.
APPROVED BY:
European Aviation Safety Agency
BY:
EASA approval No. 10035374
on June17, 2011
DATE:
THE EFFECTIVITY OF THIS MANUAL AT THE LATEST REVISION IS SPECIFIED ON THE LIST OF
EFFECTIVE PAGES.
IT IS THE OPERATOR’S RESPONSIBILITY TO MAINTAIN THIS MANUAL IN A CURRENT STATUS
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LIST OF EFFECTIVE PAGES.
THIS HANDOOK INCLUDES THE MATERIAL TO BE FURNISHED TO THE PILOT AS REQUIRED

BY FAR-27 AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE MANUFACTURER AND HAS
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THE EASA FLIGHT MANUAL CONSISTS OF ALL UNCODED AND CODED IAI PAGES MARKED
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MAIN TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ORGANIZATION OF THE MANUAL
1 GENERAL
NOTE
The helicopter shall be used in accordance with this Flight Manual and the
applicable operational regulations.
The crew shall become familiar with the contents of this manual, special
certification requirements and any information specific to customized
configurations, and shall check all revisions and related requirements.
2 STRUCTURE OF THE MANUAL

This manual contains legally approved information, together with additional
manufacturer's information.
- The approved information is contained in PART 1:
. SECTIONS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.1,
. Supplements,
. Appendices.
- The additional manufacturer's information is contained in PART 2:
. SECTIONS 5.2, 6, 7, 8 and 9,
. Appendices.
3 PAGE NUMBERING
The numbering of pages within each section, each supplement or each
appendix (SUP or APP) consists of the section number or designation, a dash
and the consecutive number of the page beginning with "1"; e.g. for
SECTION 3: 3-1, 3-2, etc. SUP17-1, APP1.0-2, etc. Figures are likewise
numbered consecutively by section, such as Fig. 3-1, Fig. 3-2, etc.
Exceptions:
- The numbering of the Table of Contents pages preceding each section in this
manual consists of the section number, a dash and the consecutive Roman
numeral (lower case) of the page, beginning with "i"; e.g. for SECTION 3: 3-i,
3-ii, etc.
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4 FLIGHT MANUAL SUPPLEMENTS

Information concerning optional equipment systems and procedures is
covered by supplements.
These are mini Flight Manuals covering any differences compared with the
Regulatory Flight Manual information, section by section.
The supplements are updated on an individual basis.
A List of Supplements is provided in SUP.0 as an index listing the current
supplements.
5 FLIGHT MANUAL APPENDIX

Information concerning certification requirements, customization or
complementary procedures may be covered by appendices.
These are mini Flight Manuals covering any differences compared with the
Flight Manual information, section by section.
The appendix is updated on an individual basis, with a specific distribution.
6 EFFECTIVITY STATEMENTS
6.1 DEFINITION OF EFFECTIVITY IDENTIFICATION
The content of this manual applies to all the AS350B3e helicopter
model variants listed on the title page and defined in this Section.
However, certain portions of the manual may apply to only specific
model variants, serial numbered helicopters, etc.
Therefore, an effectivity identification system is used to indicate where
differences brought about by helicopter modifications, Service
Bulletins, customer options, variations of the basic model helicopter,
etc. occur within the manual.
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EFFECTIVITY STATEMENTS
CAUTION
Compare the effectivity statements of those pages having identical page
numbers and determine which pages apply to your helicopter (front and
backpage, if necessary). Insert these pages in the FLM binder. Discard
these pages which do not apply.
Do not discard pages having a page effectivity statement "After SB......"
that at present may not apply to the helicopter unless however, it is
absolutely certain that the stated Service Bulletin will never be
incorporated.
7 REVISION SERVICE
This manual is updated through Normal Revisions or Temporary Revisions.
7.1 NORMAL REVISIONS

Each Normal Revision is accompanied by an instruction sheet
summarizing the main points affected by the change, and explaining how
to incorporate the revised pages in the Manual (the instruction sheet may
be filed separately from the Manual).
Part 1, Part 2, each supplement and each appendix are revised separately.
Normal Revisions fully or partially update the Manual. The revised
pages either replace or supplement the existing pages.
The Manual effectivity is specified by the new list of effective pages.
The Normal Revisions are identified in numerical order.
NOTE
A significant revision which includes a structural change in the
manual breakdown for example, may lead to a change in the ISSUE
of the Manual and to starting again with a Normal Revision 0.
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7.2 TEMPORARY REVISIONS

Several Temporary Revisions may be issued between two Normal Revisions.
The new information given on yellow pages must be inserted opposite the
existing pages to be modified or to be supplemented. The reader will have to
insert these pages according to the numbering of the pages. The revised pages
are indicated on a separate list.
Temporary Revisions are identified by the number of the next Normal
Revision together with a letter suffix in normal alphabetical order.
Temporary Revisions are cancelled by the next Normal Revision bearing the
same number, unless they are confirmed by a new Temporary Revision bearing
another identification code.
Temporary Revisions are delivered on yellow paper.
7.3 PROCEDURE FOR DOCUMENTARY CHANGES IN THE FLIGHT

MANUAL
In the event of minor errors / changes (e.g. typing error, misprints) and
changes on manufacturer's data pages, EUROCOPTER is authorized by EASA
to release a revision which needs not to be certified by the authorities. In this
case the procedures for a Normal Revision apply.
7.4 IDENTIFYING UPDATED INFORMATION

Changes are indicated by a revision mark.
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SECTION 1
GENERAL
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1.1 TERMINOLOGY ...........................................................................................1-1

1.2 MAIN AIRCRAFT DIMENSIONS ..............................................................1-2
1.3 DESCRIPTIVE DATA...................................................................................1-4
1.3.1 ENGINE ................................................................................................1-4
1.3.2 ROTOR..................................................................................................1-4
1.3.3 TAIL ROTOR.......................................................................................1-4
1.3.4 FUEL......................................................................................................1-4
1.3.5 OIL.........................................................................................................1-4
1.4 SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONS ..........................................................1-5
1.5 CONVERSION FACTORS ...........................................................................1-8
1.5.1 METRIC UNITS TO OTHER UNITS...............................................1-8
1.5.2 OTHER UNITS TO METRIC UNITS...............................................1-8
LIST OF FIGURES
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FIGURE 1-1 : THREE-VIEW DRAWING .........................................................1-2
FIGURE 1-2: ACCESS DOORS AND COMPARTMENTS .............................1-3
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1.1 TERMINOLOGY
x Unless otherwise specified in the text, altitudes are pressure-altitudes
(Hp), speeds are indicated airspeeds (IAS).
x Warnings, Cautions and Notes are used throughout this manual to
emphasize important and critical instructions and are used as follows:
WARNING
AN OPERATING PROCEDURE, PRACTICE, ETC., WHICH, IF NOT

CORRECTLY FOLLOWED, COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE.
CAUTION
An operating procedure, practice, etc., which, if not strictly observed,

could result in damage to, or destruction of helicopter parts or
equipment.
NOTE
An operating procedure, condition, etc., which is essential to highlight.
USE OF PROCEDURAL WORDS

The concept of procedural word usage and intended meaning which has been
adhered to in preparing this manual is as follows:
x "Shall" has been used only when application of a procedure is mandatory.
x "Should" has been used only when application of a procedure is
recommended.
x "May" and "need not" have been used only when application of a
procedure is optional.
x "Will" has been used only to indicate future event or action, never to
indicate a mandatory procedure.
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1.2 MAIN AIRCRAFT DIMENSIONS
(*) Add 0.20 m (0.65 ft) when aircraft is fitted with high landing gear.
NOTE
The values which vary according to weight are given at the
maximum weight.
Figure 1-1: Three-view drawing
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0.50 m 0.75 m
1.64 ft 2.46 ft
0.76 m 0.85 m
2.49 ft 2.79 ft
Standard doors Sliding door
Figure 1-2: Access doors and compartments
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1.3 DESCRIPTIVE DATA

1.3.1 ENGINE
- Number :1 - Available power: (uninstalled)
- Manufacturer : TURBOMECA (ISA, at sea level):
- Model : ARRIEL . Max. takeoff power rating
- Type : 2D (MTOP): 641 kW (860 SHP)
Max. continuous power rating
(MCP): 551 kW (739 SHP)
1.3.2 ROTOR
- Type : STARFLEX - Diameter : 10.69 m (35.07 ft)
- Number of blades : 3
- Nominal rotor
speed : 386 rpm
1.3.3 TAIL ROTOR

- Type : Flexible seesaw - Diameter : 1.86 m (6.10 ft)
- Number of blades : 2
- Nominal tail rotor
speed : 2044 rpm
1.3.4 FUEL
- Total capacity : 540 l (427 kg) - Usable fuel : 538.7l (426 kg)
: (142.7 US gal.) : (142.3 US gal.)
1.3.5 OIL
- MGB oil capacity - Engine oil capacity: 6.2 l
including filter : 7.3 l (1.64 US gal.)
(1.93 US gal.) - Servo control fluid
- TGB oil capacity : 0.5 l capacity : 3 l max
(0.13 US gal.) (0.79 US gal.)
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1.4 SYMBOLS AND ABBREVIATIONS

DESIGNATION SYMBOL OR
ABBREVIATION
SPEEDS
Calibrated airspeed CAS
Indicated airspeed IAS
True airspeed TAS
Never exceed speed VNE
Best rate of climb speed Vy
Rate of climb R/C
Rate of descent R/D
METEOROLOGY
International Standard Atmosphere ISA
Outside Air Temperature OAT
Outside air pressure p
Relative air density V
Wind velocity Vw
ALTITUDE / HEIGHT
Geometric altitude H
Pressure altitude Hp
Density altitude HV
Radio altimeter height HRA
Height h
POWER / ENGINE PARAMETERS

Maximum Continuous Power MCP
Maximum Takeoff Power MTOP
Power PWR
Engine Health Check EHC
Rotor speed NR
Engine generator speed N1
Engine generator deviation indication 'N1
Free turbine speed N2
Torque TRQ
Power turbine inlet temperature TOT
First Limitation Indicator FLI
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ABBREVIATION
HOVER / TAKEOFF / LANDING
Hover In Ground Effect HIGE
Hover Out Of Ground Effect HOGE
WEIGHT AND BALANCE

Center of Gravity CG
Empty Weight EW
Equipped Empty Weight EEW
Operating Empty Weight OEW
Useful load UL
Payload P/L
All-Up Weight AUW
Maximum Take-Off Weight MTOW
MISCELLANEOUS
Automatic Direction Finder ADF
Automatic Flight Control System AFCS
Ancillary System Unit ASU
Battery Contactor BATC
Caution and Warning Panel CWP
Direct Current DC
Emergency Locator Transmitter ELT
Electrical Master Box EMB
Engine ENG
Engine Back-up Control Ancillary Unit EBCAU
Electronic Engine Control Unit EECU
Equivalent #
Essential contactor ESSC
External Power Line Contactor EPLC
External Power Unit EPU
Full Authority Digital Engine Control FADEC
Hall effect sensors HECS
Generator Line Contactor GLC
Global Positioning System GPS
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ABBREVIATION
MISCELLANEOUS (cont'd)
High Load Contactor HLC
Horizontal Situation Indicator HSI
Height-Velocity HV
Intercommunication system ICS
Left hand side LH
Main gear box MGB
Main bus voltage U bus
Minute min.
Right hand side RH
Radio magnetic indicator RMI
Second sec.
Shed bus contactor SBC
Starting contactor SC
Systems Control Unit SCU
To be defined TBD
To be confirmed TBC
Tail gear box TGB
Vehicle and engine management display VEMD
x Symbol used for switches or pushbuttons : [HORN]

(example)
GOV GOV
x Symbol used for warning lights :
(example) Light ON Light OFF
x Symbol used for VEMD indications : P2 ) P2 )

indication indication
ON OFF
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1.5 CONVERSION FACTORS

1.5.1 METRIC UNITS TO OTHER UNITS
1 cm = 0.3937 in
1m = 3.2808 ft
1 km = 0.5400 NM
1l = 0.2642 US gal
1l = 0.2200 UK gal
1 kg = 2.2046 lb
1 bar = 14.5040 psi
1 km/h = 0.540 kt
1.5.2 OTHER UNITS TO METRIC UNITS
1 in = 2.5400 cm
1 ft = 0.3048 m
1 NM = 1.8520 km
1 US gal = 3.7850 l
1 UK gal = 4.5460 l
1 lb = 0.4536 kg
1 psi = 0.0689 bar
1.013 Hpa = 29.92 in.hg
1 kt = 1.852 km/h
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LIMITATIONS
Page
2.1 GENERAL.................................................................................................. 2-1
2.1.1 TYPE OF OPERATIONS ............................................................ 2-1
2.1.2 OCCUPANTS ................................................................................ 2-1
2.1.3 INSTRUMENT MARKINGS ...................................................... 2-1
2.2 WEIGHT AND BALANCE LIMITATIONS ......................................... 2-2
2.2.1 WEIGHT LIMITATION.............................................................. 2-2
2.2.2 LONGITUDINAL CG .................................................................. 2-2
2.2.3 LATERAL CG............................................................................... 2-3
2.3 FLIGHT ENVELOPE LIMITATIONS .................................................. 2-4
2.3.1 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS ........................................................ 2-4
2.3.2 ALTITUDE LIMITATION.......................................................... 2-7
2.3.3 TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS ............................................. 2-7
2.3.4 LANDING AND ROTOR STOPPING LIMITATIONS
ON SLOPE ..................................................................................... 2-7
2.3.5 RUNNING LANDING LIMITATIONS ..................................... 2-7
2.3.6 MANEUVERING LIMITATIONS ............................................. 2-7
2.4 VEHICLE LIMITATIONS ...................................................................... 2-9
2.4.1 MAIN ROTOR LIMITATIONS.................................................. 2-9
2.4.2 TAKEOFF POWER...................................................................... 2-9
2.4.3 FIRST LIMITATION INDICATOR .......................................... 2-9
2.4.4 MAIN TRANSMISSION LIMITATIONS ............................... 2-10
2.4.5 ENGINE LIMITATIONS........................................................... 2-10
2.4.6 ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT LIMITATIONS.............................. 2-12
2.5 MISCELLANEOUS LIMITATIONS ................................................... 2-13
2.5.1 APPROVED FUELS ................................................................... 2-13
2.5.2 APPROVED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS ............................ 2-16
2.5.3 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT LOAD LIMITATIONS........ 2-18
2.5.4 CABIN COMPARTMENT LOAD LIMITATIONS ............... 2-18
2.5.5 MANDATORY EQUIPMENT .................................................. 2-18
2.5.6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ........................................................ 2-18
2.6 PLACARDS.............................................................................................. 2-19
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FIGURE 2-1 : LONGITUDINAL CG CHART ................................................. 2-2
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2.1 GENERAL
The helicopter is approved on the basis of the FAR part 27 “NORMAL”
rotorcraft category.
The helicopter shall be operated in compliance with the limitations of this
section.
2.1.1 TYPE OF OPERATIONS
The helicopter is approved to operate:
- by day and night in VFR.
NOTE
Additional equipment may be required by operational regulations
The following are forbidden:

- Aerobatic maneuvers.
- Flight in falling snow without optional sand filter installed.
- Flight in freezing rain or icing conditions.
(visible moisture and temperatures conducive to producing ice).
- In flight engine power reduction using twist grip control except for
engine failure training, emergency procedures referring to it or
maintenance check procedures.
- In flight intentional complete VEMD cut-off (lane 1 + 2).
2.1.2 OCCUPANTS
- Minimum flight crew........................ : One pilot in right seat.
- Maximum number of occupants
(including flight crew)...................... : Six.
2.1.3 INSTRUMENT MARKINGS
Limitations are marked on instruments with the following color code:
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On the VEMD, related numerical values of parameters are underlined:

- in yellow when the parameter is in caution or takeoff power range,
- in red when at or above a safety limit or maximum takeoff power.
Moreover, to attract attention, red underlining flashes.
2.2 WEIGHT AND BALANCE LIMITATIONS

2.2.1 WEIGHT LIMITATION
Maximum internal weight for flight,
take-off and landing ........................................: 2250 kg (4961 lb).
Minimum internal weight for flight,
take-off and landing ........................................: 1310 kg (2888 lb).
2.2.2 LONGITUDINAL CG
Figure 2-1: Longitudinal CG Chart
NOTE
The datum is located 3.40 m (133.8 in) forward of the main rotor
head center line.
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2.2.3 LATERAL CG
Maximum left CG......................................... : 0.18 m (7.08 in)
Maximum right CG ...................................... : 0.14 m (5.51 in)
NOTE
The datum is located in the plane of symmetry of the helicopter.
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2.3 FLIGHT ENVELOPE LIMITATIONS

2.3.1 AIRSPEED LIMITATIONS
All airspeed limitations are Indicated Airspeeds.
2.3.1.1 With doors closed:
- When OAT < -30°C, calculated VNE power on must be reduced

by 10 kt (18.5 km/h),
- When OAT < -20°C, calculated VNE power off must be reduced
by 20 kt (37 km/h), with a minimum of 65 kt (120 km/h).
2.3.1.2 With doors open or removed:
NOTE
Flight with any configuration not shown is prohibited.
In all open doors configurations, loose objects shall not be in
the cabin, cushions of unoccupied seats shall be removed and
seat belts shall be stowed.
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Caption code used for open doors limitations:
: door closed : door removed : sliding door closed
: sliding door maneuvering in flight : sliding door open-locked or removed
x Aircraft fitted with four standard doors (LH and RH hand doors)
RH doors
LH doors I II IV
a
VNE VNE 110 kt (204 km/h) or VNE*
b
VNE 110 kt (204 km/h) or VNE* 110 kt (204 km/h) or VNE*
d
100 kt (185 km/h) or VNE* 110 kt (204 km/h) or VNE* 110 kt (204 km/h) or VNE*
(*) lowest value
x Aircraft fitted with LH sliding door (optional) and RH standard doors
RH doors
LH doors I II III IV
e 70 kt (130 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h)
VNE VNE
or VNE* or VNE*
h 135 kt (250 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) 100 kt (185 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h)
or VNE* or VNE* or VNE* or VNE*
j 100 kt (185 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) 100 kt (185 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h)
or VNE* or VNE* or VNE* or VNE*
opening : 110 kt
(204 km/h) or VNE*
closing : 80 kt
(148 km/h) or VNE* FLIGHT PROHIBITED
(*) lowest value
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Caption code used for open doors limitations :
: door closed : door removed : sliding door closed
: sliding door maneuvering in flight : sliding door open-locked or removed
x Aircraft fitted with LH standard doors and RH sliding door (optional)

RH sliding door m i
V.
LH
110 kt (204 km/h) 100 kt (185 km/h) opening : 60 kt (111
VNE km/h) or VNE*
or VNE* or VNE*
m 110 kt (204 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) closing : 60 kt

VNE (111 km/h) or VNE*
or VNE* or VNE*
o 100 kt (185 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h)

or VNE* or VNE* or VNE*
p
(*) lowest value FLIGHT PROHIBITED
x Aircraft fitted with RH and LH sliding doors (optional)
ht
LH I II V.
110 kt (204 km/h) 100 kt (185 km/h) opening :60 kt

VNE
or VNE* or VNE* (111 km/h) or VNE*
135 kt (250 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) closing :60 kt
or VNE* or VNE* or VNE* (111 km/h) or VNE*
x 100 kt (185 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h) 110 kt (204 km/h)

or VNE* or VNE* or VNE*
opening : 60 kt (111
km/h) or VNE*
Closing : 60 kt
(111 km/h) or VNE* FLIGHT PROHIBITED FLIGHT PROHIBITED
(*) lowest value
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2.3.2 ALTITUDE LIMITATION

- Maximum operating altitude in flight: Hp = 23000 ft (7010 m)
2.3.3 TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS

- Minimum temperature ......................... : - 40°C
- Maximum temperature ........................ : ISA+35°C
limited to +50°C
For cold weather operations, refer to SUP.4.
2.3.4 LANDING AND ROTOR STOPPING LIMITATIONS ON SLOPE

- Nose up................................................. : 10°
- Nose down............................................ : 6°
- Sideways............................................... : 8°
2.3.5 RUNNING LANDING LIMITATIONS

Excluding emergencies and failures, maximum speed for performing:
- running landings................................... : 40 kt (74 km/h)
2.3.6 MANEUVERING LIMITATIONS

x Continued operation in servo transparency (where load feedback is
felt in the controls) is prohibited.
Maximum load factor is a combination of TAS, HV and gross
weight. Avoid such combinations at high values associated with high
collective pitch.
Transparency may be reached during maneuvers, steep turns, hard
pull-up or when maneuvering near VNE. Self-correcting, the
phenomenon will induce an un-commanded right cyclic load and an
associated collective down reaction. However, even if the
transparency feedback loads are fully controllable, immediate action
is required to relieve the feed back loads: reduce the severity of the
maneuver, follow the aircraft's natural reaction, let the collective
pitch decrease naturally (avoid low pitch) and smoothly counteract
the right cyclic motion.
Transparency will disappear as soon as excessive loads are relieved.
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x In maximum power configuration, decrease collective pitch slightly

before initiating a turn, as for this maneuver the power requirement is
increased.
x In hover, avoid rotation faster than 6 sec. per full rotation.
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2.4 VEHICLE LIMITATIONS

2.4.1 MAIN ROTOR LIMITATIONS
1B
It is prohibited to use the rotor brake prior to engine shutdown.

Minimum time between two consecutive brake applications: 5 min.
NOTE
Low NR aural warning d 360 rpm
High NR aural warning t 410 rpm
2.4.2 TAKEOFF POWER
Takeoff power is limited to:
- Maximum airspeed 40 KIAS.
- If N1 and/or TOT is in Takeoff power (numerical value of related
parameter underlined in yellow):
• 5 min. continuous use (Pre-MOD OP-4309)*
• 30 min. continuous use (Post-MOD OP-4309)*
- If only TRQ is in Takeoff power a time limit has not to be applied.
Use of heating and demisting is authorized up to max. TOP.
2.4.3 FIRST LIMITATION INDICATOR
NOTE
The values (N1 = 100 %, TOT = 680 °C, TRQ =90%) are given as
examples.
(*) MOD OP-4309: Tail rotor drive shaft reinforced thermal protection.
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2.4.4 MAIN TRANSMISSION LIMITATIONS

x TORQUE LIMITATIONS
NOTE
100 % torque corresponds to 535 kW at NR 386 rpm.
2.4.5 ENGINE LIMITATIONS

x N2 LIMITATIONS
NOTE
A rotor speed of NR 386 rpm corresponds to an N2 speed of 39158 rpm.
2 - 10 EASA APPROVED
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x N1 LIMITATIONS
NOTE
100 % N1 corresponds to 52110 rpm.
x TOT LIMITATIONS
Starting limitations:
Flight limitations:
EASA APPROVED 2 - 11
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x OIL TEMPERATURE LIMITATIONS
Oil temperature has variable limits that depend on N1.

Minimum oil temperature before power application:
- 0°C (Oil 5 cSt).
- -10°C (Oil 3 to 3.9 cSt).
During the oil warm up period, the engine must be run at idle rating.
x OIL PRESSURE LIMITATIONS
Oil pressure has variable limits that depend on N1.
2.4.6 ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT LIMITATIONS

Maximum voltage ........................: 31.5 V
(Rated voltage 26-29 V)
Maximum current ........................: 150 A Max. continuous.

For 200 A Starter Generator (if installed),
refer to SUP.29.
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2.5 MISCELLANEOUS LIMITATIONS

2.5.1 APPROVED FUELS
NOTE 1
Commercial designations of authorized fuels are specified in the
TURBOMECA documentation.
x NORMAL FUELS
(Fuels approved to operate throughout the flight envelope with no
restrictions).
Specifications Anti-ice
Type of fuel NATO additive
code FRANCE USA UK
included
Kerosene - 50 DEF STAN
(AVTUR-FSII) (JP8) DCSEA 134 MIL-T-83133 91-87
F 34 Yes
AIR 3405 (JP8) D.ENG.RD
2453
Kerosene - 50 DEF STAN
(AVTUR) (JP1) DCSEA 134 ASTM-D-1655 91-91
F 35 No
AIR 3405 JET A1 D.ENG.RD
2494
Kerosene ASTM-D-1655
- - - No
JET A
High flash point DCSEA 144 MIL-T-5624 D.ENG.RD
F 43 No
(JP5) (AVCAT) AIR 3404 (JP5) 2498
High flash point DEF STAN
(JP5) (AVCAT FSII) DCSEA 144 MIL-T-5624 91-86
F 44 Yes
AIR 3404 (JP5) D.ENG.RD
2452
Chinese fuel
PRC National
- - - - No
Standard
No.3 Jet fuel
NOTE 2
The OAT range for using approved fuel is: - 40 °C to + 50 °C.
Below -20°C, anti-ice additive is mandatory for approved fuels
which do not contain it.
NOTE 3
All specifications are effective at latest issue or amendment.
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x REPLACEMENT FUELS
(Fuels allowing operations in a restricted flight envelope.)
- Fuels with restricted flight envelope of:

OAT d 25 °C and Hp d 5000 ft (1524 m)
Type of fuel NATO Specifications Anti-ice

code FRANCE additive
USA UK included
WIDE CUT (JP4) MIL-T-5624 D.ENG.RD
F 40 AIR 3407 Yes
(AVTAG FSII) (JP4) 2454
WIDE CUT (JET B) ASTM-D-1655
- - - No
(AVTAG) (JET B)
- Fuels with restricted flight envelope of:

OAT d 40 °C and Hp d 15000 ft (4572 m)
Type of fuel NATO Specifications Anti-ice

code additive
- RUSSIA - included
KEROSENE - - GOST 10227 - No
TS 1 (TC1)
KEROSENE - - GOST 10227 - No
RT (PT)
x REFUELING
Fuel temperature must be inside the above OAT limitations specified
for the fuel actually used for refuelling.
The engine is capable of operating satisfactorily when mixtures of
normal and replacement fuels are used. The limitations associated with
the mixture correspond to the most restrictive of all the fuels used for
the mixture. In order to overcome the limitation of the most restrictive
fuel, the helicopter fuel system shall be drained.
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x ADDITIVES
Anti-ice additive:
If the fuel does not contain a freezing inhibitor and if the OAT is
below -20 °C, the use of an anti-icing additive is mandatory.
Specification
NATO
Product CIS and
Symbol France US UK CHINA Concentration
RUSSIA
Air 3652/B DERD 2451 SH 0369
EGME S-748 MIL-I-27686E 0.10 to 0.15%
(S-748) (AL-31) (T 1301)
AIR 3652/B DEF STAN 68252

DI-EGME S-1745 MIL-I 85470 0.10 to 0.15%
(S-1745) DERD 2451 (AL-41)
FLUID GOST
0.10 to 0.30%
“I” 8313-88
FLUID TU6-10-1458-
0.10 to 0.30%
“I-M” 79
NOTE
Except for GOST 8313-88 and TU 6-1061458-79 additives, all the
authorized anti-ice additives can be mixed.
Fungicide additive:
BIOBOR JF.
KATHON FP 1.5
Jet fuel thermal stability improver for F34 and F35 fuels:
Concentration (mg/l)
PRODUCT
Minimum Maximum
Aéroshell performance
256 300
Additive 101 (APA 101)
Betz Dearborn
256 300
Spec Aid 8Q462
Turboline FS 100 (dilute) 533 625
Turboline FS 100 C
256 300
(concentrate)
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2.5.2 APPROVED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS

x ENGINE LUBRICANTS
NORMAL USE (forbidden for OAT < -30°C)
NATO Specification Class Approved oil trademarks
Oil type
Code FRANCE USA UK
MIL-PRF-
Recommended HTS
23699 DEF
use (High BP (EXXON) Turbo Oil 2197
0.156 - or STAN
Average synthetic thermal MOBIL Jet Oil 254
MIL-L- 91-101
5 cSt at 98.9° C stability)
23699
(Corrosion
CASTROL Aerojet 5
Normal use inhibiting)
MIL-PRF- CASTROL 5000
Average synthetic 0.156 - 23699 DEF Standard Aero SHELL Turbine Oil 500
or STAN MOBIL Jet Oil 2
5 cSt at 98.9° C MIL-L- 91-101 TURBO NYCOIL 600
23699 TOTAL Aero Turbine 535
ELF TURBO Jet II
TOTAL PRESLIA SE jet
OTHER OILS (forbidden for OAT > 30°C)
NATO Specification Class Approved oil trademarks
Oil type
Code FRANCE USA UK
CASTROL 325
MIL-L-7808 CASTROL 3C
Synthetic fluid 0.148 - MIL-PRF- - - BP (EXXON) Turbo Oil 2389
7808 MOBIL AVREX 256
3 to 3.5 cSt at TURBO NYCOIL 160
98.9° C TURBO NYCOIL 13B
0.150 AIR 3514 - - -
ELF Jet Synthetic Oil 15
DEF
Synthetic fluid
- - - STAN - Aero SHELL Turbine Oil 390
3.9 cSt at 98.9° C
91-94
NOTE 1
When the oil specification/grade/ trademark differs from the
approved one, TURBOMECA approval shall be obtained before
using this oil.
NOTE 2
In case of oil change with trademark/ NATO code/ category/ grade
or specification change, apply instructions as prescribed in the
TURBOMECA Maintenance Manual.
NOTE 3
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x MAIN GEARBOX LUBRICANTS

NORMAL USE
NATO Specification Approved operating
Oil type
Code temperatures
FRANCE USA UK
Mineral oil 0.155 AIR 3525 MIL-L-6086 DTD -20°C d OAT d +50°C
581
NOTE : The "SHELL" trademark is prohibited
USE IN COLD WEATHER

Oil type
Code temperatures
FRANCE USA UK
Synthetic oil 0.150 AIR 3514 - - -40°C d OAT d +0°C
Synthetic oil 0.148 - MIL-L-7808 - -40°C d OAT d +0°C
x TAIL GEARBOX LUBRICANTS

NORMAL USE
Oil type
Code temperatures
FRANCE USA UK
Synthetic oil 0.156 MIL-L-23699 DERD -20°C d OAT d +50°C
5 cSt 2499
x SERVO CONTROL FLUID
NORMAL USE
Oil type NATO
Specification
Code Notes
FRANCE USA UK
Synthetic oil - - MIL-H-83282 - Recommended
Mineral oil H 515 AIR 3520 MIL-H-5606 DTD 585
NOTE 1
NOTE 2
In case of fluid change with trademark/NATO code/category/grade or
specification change, apply instructions as prescribed in the Maintenance
Manual.
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2.5.3 BAGGAGE COMPARTMENT LOAD LIMITATIONS

RH cargo compartment...........................: 100 kg (220 lb)
LH cargo compartment ...........................: 120 kg (264 lb)
with a max. distributed load of 300 kg/m2 (62.5 lb/ft2)
Rear cargo compartment.........................: 80 kg (176 lb)

with a max. distributed load of 145 kg/m2 (30 lb/ft2)
2.5.4 CABIN COMPARTMENT LOAD LIMITATIONS

Rear cabin floor.......................................: 310 kg (682 lb)
Forward left cabin floor ..........................: 150 kg (330 lb)
with a max. distributed load of 300 kg/m2 (62.5 lb/ft2)
2.5.5 MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

A minimum of two adequate radio / audio headsets shall be on-board
the helicopter, one worn by the pilot at the controls to monitor the
audio warning delivered through the ICS system, and a spare one.
2.5.6 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

When optional equipments are installed, refer to supplements for
additional limitations, procedures and performance data.
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2.6 PLACARDS
Placard:
Location: Inside cabin, on center post.
Placard:
Location: Inside cabin, on overhead canopy bow.
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Placard:
- LH side - RH side.
Location: Inside cabin, at bottom of doors.
Placard:
Location: Console RH side.
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Placard:
Location: Inside cabin, on center post.
Placard:
Location: on console.
Placard:
Location: Cargo hold LH side Location: Cargo hold RH side
Placard:
Location: Rear cargo hold
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Placard:
Location: Near filler neck, LH side.
Placard:
Location: Near filler neck, LH side.
Placard:
Location: RH side, on ground power receptacle cover.
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SECTION 3
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
Page
3.1 GENERAL.....................................................................................................3-1
3.1.1 AUDIO WARNINGS .........................................................................3-1
3.2 ENGINE FLAME-OUT ...............................................................................3-2
3.2.1 CRUISE FLIGHT ..............................................................................3-2
3.2.2 HOVER-IGE.......................................................................................3-4
3.2.3 HOVER-OGE .....................................................................................3-4
3.2.4 IN FLIGHT RELIGHTING..............................................................3-4
3.3 TAIL ROTOR FAILURES..........................................................................3-5
3.3.1 COMPLETE LOSS OF TAIL ROTOR EFFECTIVENESS.........3-5
3.3.2 TAIL ROTOR CONTROL FAILURE ............................................3-6
3.4 SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT/CARGO.......................................................3-7
3.4.1 SOURCE NOT IDENTIFIED ...........................................................3-7
3.4.2 SOURCE IDENTIFIED.....................................................................3-7
3.5 VEMD FAILURE .........................................................................................3-8
3.5.1 VEMD SCREEN FAILURE..............................................................3-8
3.5.2 CAUTION MESSAGES ON VEMD ................................................3-8
3.5.3 ABNORMAL NR/N2 INDICATION..............................................3-10
3.5.4 ABNORMAL ENGINE PARAMETER INDICATION...............3-11
3.6 CAUTION AND WARNING PANEL......................................................3-13
3.6.1 ENGINE EMERGENCY.................................................................3-13
3.6.2 TRANSMISSION EMERGENCY..................................................3-17
3.6.3 HYDRAULIC EMERGENCY ........................................................3-18
3.6.4 ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY ......................................................3-19
3.6.5 FUEL EMERGENCY ......................................................................3-21
3.6.6 MISCELLANEOUS .........................................................................3-23
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3.7 VARIOUS WARNINGS, FAILURES AND INCIDENTS

NOT INDICATED ON THE CWP................................................................ 3-24
3.7.1 ROTOR BRAKE INOPERATIVE ...................................................... 3-24
3.7.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURES .................................................. 3-24
3.7.3 BLEED VALVE FAILURE.................................................................. 3-25
3.7.4 ICS INOPERATIVE (GMA 340 H)..................................................... 3-26
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3.1 GENERAL
Emergency procedures describe the actions that the pilot must take relative to
the various possible failures that can occur.
Meanwhile, depending on the many variable external environments, such as
the type of terrain overflown, the pilot may have to adapt to the situation
according to his experience.
To help the pilot in his decision process, four recommendations are used:
x LAND IMMEDIATELY
Self explanatory.
x LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
Emergency conditions are urgent and require landing at the nearest landing
site at which a safe landing can be made.
x LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE
Emergency conditions are less urgent and in the pilot's judgment, he may
proceed to the nearest airfield where he can expect appropriate assistance.
x CONTINUE FLIGHT
Continue flight as planned. Repair at the destination according to the
maintenance manual.
NOTE
Immediate actions that the pilot shall take are written in bold characters.
3.1.1 AUDIO WARNINGS

On the SCU, a >HORN] pushbutton is used to activate the audio warning.
When >HORN] pushbutton is pressed in: HORN .
NOTE
The pilot at the controls shall wear an adequate radio / ICS
audio headset to monitor the audio warning through the
ICS system.
x GONG
A gong is generated each time a red warning appears on the
warning panel.
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x CONTINUOUS TONE
Two continuous tones can be heard:
- a 310 Hz tone when NR is below 360 rpm.
- a 285 Hz tone when maximum take-off limitations are exceeded:
* After 1.5 sec. delay if power remains within transient power
limitations.
* Immediately when transient power limitations are exceeded.
* Immediately when transient limitations are or will be exceeded
during fast power increase.
1. Collective pitch..................... REDUCE to maintain NR in green
arc or power within limitations.
2. Engine parameters............... CHECK.
x INTERMITTENT TONE
An intermittent tone (310 Hz) is heard when the NR is above
410 rpm.
Collective pitch......................... INCREASE
to maintain NR in green arc.
Apply procedure according to the situation.
3.2 ENGINE FLAME-OUT

3.2.1 CRUISE FLIGHT
AUTOROTATION PROCEDURE OVER LAND
1. Collective pitch .................. REDUCE

2. IAS....................................... Vy.
x If relighting impossible or after tail rotor failure
3. Twist grip............................. IDLE position.
4. Maneuver the aircraft into the wind on final approach.
x At height # 70 ft (21 m)
5. Cyclic ................................... FLARE.
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x At 20/25 ft (6/8 m) and at constant attitude
6. Collective pitch ....................GRADUALLY INCREASE

to reduce the rate of descent and
forward speed
7. Cyclic ...................................FORWARD to adopt a slightly
nose-up landing attitude (< 10°).
8. Pedal .....................................ADJUST
to cancel any sideslip tendency.
9. Collective pitch ....................INCREASE
to cushion touch-down.
x After touch-down
10. Cyclic, collective, pedal .......ADJUST to control ground run.
x Once the aircraft has stopped
11. Collective pitch ....................FULL DOWN
12. Rotor brake...........................APPLY below 170 rotor rpm.
AUTOROTATION PROCEDURE OVER WATER

Apply same procedure as over land, except items 10, 11 and 12, but
maneuver to head the aircraft equally between the wind and wave
direction on final approach. Ditch with minimum forward speed
(IAS < 30 kt (56 km/h)) and rate of descent. Then apply following check
list for items 10, 11, 12.
x After touch-down
10. Collective pitch ....................MAINTAIN
11. Door emergency handles......PULL-UP
12. Rotor brake...........................APPLY
Abandon aircraft once the rotor has stopped.
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3.2.2 HOVER-IGE
1. Collective ...............................................MAINTAIN.
2. Pedals .....................................................CONTROL YAW.
3. Collective ...............................................INCREASE as needed to
cushion touch-down.
3.2.3 HOVER-OGE
WARNING
SAFE AUTOROTATIVE LANDING CAN NOT BE ASSURED IN
CASE OF A FAILURE IN HOGE BELOW THE TOP POINT OF
THE HV DIAGRAM (REFER TO SECTION 5) OR IN CONFINED
AREA.
1. Collective pitch................................FULL DOWN.
x When NR stops decreasing
2. Cyclic................................................FORWARD
to gain airspeed according to
available height.
3. Autorotation procedure.....................APPLY.
3.2.4 IN FLIGHT RELIGHTING

According to available height and cause of flame-out:
1. Starting selector ..............................OFF position.
2. >GENE@ ..............................................OFF.
3. >FUEL P@............................................ON.
4. Starting selector ..............................ON position.
The relighting sequence will therefore be automatically carried out as
soon as N1 < 10 %.
x After relighting
5. >GENE@ ..............................................ON.
6. >FUEL P@............................................OFF.
At least 1000 ft (300 m) are necessary to complete relighting procedure

after flame-out.
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3.3 TAIL ROTOR FAILURES

3.3.1 COMPLETE LOSS OF TAIL ROTOR EFFECTIVENESS
Symptom: the helicopter will yaw to the left with a rotational speed
depending on the amount of power and the forward speed
set at the time of the failure.
WARNING
SAFE AUTOROTATIVE LANDING CAN NOT BE ASSURED IN
CASE OF A FAILURE IN HOGE BELOW THE TOP POINT OF
THE HV DIAGRAM (REFER TO SECTION 5) OR IN
CONFINED AREA.
3.3.1.1 HOVER-IGE (or OGE in HV diagram)
LAND IMMEDIATELY
1. Twist Grip ...........................IDLE position.
2. Collective ............................INCREASE to cushion touch-down.
3.3.1.2 HOVER-OGE (Clear area, out of HV diagram)
Simultaneously,
1. Collective ............................REDUCE depending on available
height.
2. Cyclic ...................................FORWARD to gain speed.
3. Cyclic ...................................ADJUST to set IAS to Vy and
control yaw.
LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

If a go-around has been performed, carry out an autorotative
landing on an area suitable for the autorotation procedure.
3.3.1.3 IN CRUISE FLIGHT
1. Cyclic ..................................ADJUST to set IAS to Vy and
control yaw.
2. Collective .............................REDUCE to avoid sideslip.
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APPROACH AND LANDING

On a suitable area for autorotative landing:
1. Twist grip ............................ IDLE position.
2. Carry out an autorotative landing according to the autorotation
procedure (Refer to paragraph 3.2.1).
3.3.2 TAIL ROTOR CONTROL FAILURE

Symptom: jamming of pedals or loss of pedal effectiveness. These
conditions make it impossible to change tail rotor thrust
with the pedals.
WARNING
LANDING IS MADE EASIER BY LANDING WITH A RH WIND
COMPONENT.
WHEN AIRSPEED IS LESS THAN 20 KT (37 KM/H), GO-
AROUND IS IMPOSSIBLE DUE TO LOSS OF VERTICAL FIN
EFFICIENCY.
1. Cyclic and collective................ ADJUST to set IAS to 70 kt

(130 km/h) in level flight.
On a suitable area for a running landing procedure:

Make a shallow approach with a slight left sideslip. Perform a running
landing, the sideslip will be reduced progressively as airspeed is
reduced and collective is applied to cushion the landing.
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3.4 SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT/CARGO

3.4.1 SOURCE NOT IDENTIFIED
Heating, Demisting .......................OFF
smoke clears
YES NO
CONTINUE FLIGHT 1. [EMER SW] .........................................SHUT OFF.

depending on weather conditions 2. [DCT/BAT]...........................................OFF.
3. [BAT/EPU]...........................................OFF.
4. [GENE] ................................................OFF.
5. [AVIONIC]............................................OFF.
6. Ventilate the cabin.
When smoke clears:
7. All consumers .....................................OFF.
8. [EMER SW]..........................................ON.
9. [DCT/BAT]...........................................ON check DC
Parameters.
10. [BAT/EPU]...........................................ON check DC
Parameters.
11. [GENE] ................................................ON check DC
Parameters.
If DC parameters not correct: If DC parameters correct and no smoke detected:

12. [GENE] ............................. OFF. 12. [AVIONIC]............................................ON.
13. Unnecessary equipment ... OFF. 13. All consumers .....................................ON, one by
LAND AS SOON AS one to identify the failed system; then keep it off.
PRACTICABLE
CAUTION
When [EMER SW] is actuated or battery and generator are off line, the VEMD
goes off and only the analogue NR indication remains on. Apply the procedure
for failure of both screens (§ 3.5.1 VEMD SCREEN FAILURE Section 3).
3.4.2 SOURCE IDENTIFIED
1. Corresponding system..............OFF.
2. Ventilate the cabin.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
depending on system failed.
NOTE
After DC had been switched-off and on in flight, GOV light will remain on
until the next normal full engine and battery switch-off on the ground.
NR is constant at 394 rpm.
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3.5 VEMD FAILURE

3.5.1 VEMD SCREEN FAILURE
x Failure of one screen
[OFF1] or [OFF2] ....................... OFF.
Read all available information on the other screen.
Information is available using the [SCROLL] pushbutton either on the
VEMD or on the collective pitch lever.
If top screen fails, the 3-parameters engine page will be
automatically displayed on lower screen.
x Failure of both screens

Can be a single failure when [EMER SW] or battery push buttons and
DC generator are in "OFF" position (fire and smoke detection
procedure).
In this case, to avoid any power overlimit, the maximum authorized
power will be the power needed to establish level flight with the
following law:
IAS kt = 100 kt at 0 Hp - (2 kt / 1000 ft).
IAS km/h = 185 km/h at 0 Hp - (4 km/h per 300 m).
LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE
Landing procedure: carry out a no hover landing.
NR is constant at 394 rpm.
3.5.2 CAUTION MESSAGES ON VEMD
When a parameter is off line, the parameter value is not displayed on

the corresponding VEMD screen and the parameter scale symbology is
displayed in yellow.
Caution messages are self explanatory and the pilot shall comply with
the action requested. If no light is lit on the caution and warning panel,
no other action is required from the pilot.
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LANE 1 (or 2) FAILED : Self explanatory

------> PRESS OFF 1 (or 2)
VEH PARAM OUT RANGE : Abnormal vehicle parameter
ENG PARAM OUT RANGE : Abnormal engine parameter
These messages appear when a parameter usually displayed on these

pages reaches a limitation, as the relevant (vehicle or engine) pages are
not displayed.
- [SCROLL] .................................... : PRESS to reach the relevant
page and check the parameter.
CROSSTALK FAILED : Self explanatory.
------> PRESS OFF 1 (or 2)
BRT CNTRL FAILED : Brightness control failed.
FLI FAILED : One power parameter (N1, TOT,

------> CHECK PARAM TRQ) not consistent.
- Parameter consistency .............. : CHECK
- Relevant procedures in paragraph ABNORMAL ENGINE
PARAMETER INDICATION (SECTION 3).…: APPLY
GEN PARAM OUT RANGE : Abnormal generator parameter.
BAT PARAM OUT RANGE : Abnormal battery parameter.

These messages appear when the relevant parameter is not displayed on
the vehicle page and when an electrical limitation is reached.
: GPS system data are not available.
GPS NOT AVAILABLE
(no absolute time reference)
- GPS navigation system..............: CHECK ON.
: Engine or vehicle overlimit
OVERLIMIT DETECTED
recorded.
This message appears as soon as a parameter overlimit is recorded in the
VEMD. It will be displayed on the FLI or engine page until 40 % N1
during the next engine start.
After the flight, check the recorded overlimit data and perform the
associated maintenance actions.
For all of these messages, unless otherwise required by accompanying
caution/warning lights or procedures: CONTINUE FLIGHT
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3.5.3 ABNORMAL NR/N2 INDICATION

x NR indication Failure
Collective .............................. : MAINTAIN TRQ > 10 %.
NR reading is given by N2 pointer.
x N2 indication Failure
NR indication ....................... : CHECK in green range with TRQ > 0.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
NOTE 1
The N2 value can be read on the VEMD screen. Press [SELECT],
then [+] as many times as required to display the parameter in the
rectangular window at the bottom of the FLI or 3-data screen.
NOTE 2
In case of N2 indication failure, the EBCAU may not be available.
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3.5.4 ABNORMAL ENGINE PARAMETER INDICATION

x Engine Oil Temperature over limit
Airspeed ....................................SET to 80 KIAS (148 km/h)

Temperature decreases,
YES NO
LAND AS SOON AS PRACTICABLE LAND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

Check cooler fan operation
x Low Engine Oil Pressure
- CWP ............................................... CHECK ENG P
NO YES
CWP light test...................... COMPLETED
ENG P ENG P
LAND IMMEDIATELY
- Autorotation procedure ....APPLY.
LAND AS SOON AS - Shutdown engine time permitting.
PRACTICABLE
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x Loss of N1, TRQ or TOT parameters

When a parameter is off line, the parameter value is not displayed on
the VEMD upper screen and the parameter scale symbology is
displayed in yellow.
The First Limitation Indicator (FLI) is replaced by the 3 data
symbology (N1/'N1, TOT and TRQ) and a failure message is
displayed.
- N1/'N1 Indicator Failure:
Comply with the maximum TRQ value and TOT limit of 842°C.
NOTE
In this case, the TOT limitations displayed are the starting
limitations.
- Torquemeter Failure:
Comply with the N1 given in the following table:
23
'N1= - 4
12
95 96
10
Hp (ft x 1000)
93 94 96 97
8
91 93 94 96 97
6
90 91 93 94 96 97
4
88 90 91 93 94 96 97
2
0
87 89 90 92 93 95 96 97
-40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40 50
OAT (°C)
- 'N1 and Torquemeter indications failure:

GOV warning can also induce loss of 'N1 and TRQ indications.
The VEMD switches to 3-data symbology with only TOT and numeric
N1 as valid parameter. Comply with N1 limitations in the above table,
substituting the 'N1 = - 4 limit by a TOT limit of 842°C.
- TOT Indicator Failure:
Comply with N1 and TRQ limitations.
Switch off heating and demisting system.
On ground: do not try to start the engine.
For all these failures:
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3.6 CAUTION AND WARNING PANEL

3.6.1 ENGINE EMERGENCY
WARNING
PANEL CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
ENG
x At start-up :
FIRE 1. Starting selector.................................. OFF position.
2. Emergency fuel
shut-off handle.................................... AFT.
Fire in engine bay.
3. [FUEL P] ............................................... OFF.
4. >CRANK@ ............................................... PRESS (10 sec.).
5. [EMER SW] ........................................... OFF.
6. Rotor brake ........................................... APPLY (d 170 rpm).
7. Evacuate aircraft and fight fire from outside.
x Hover, Takeoff, Final:

LAND IMMEDIATELY
Carry out a no hover, powered landing then, once on ground,
apply same procedure as above.
x In Flight:
LAND IMMEDIATELY
1. Collective pitch ................................... LOWER.
2. IAS ....................................................... Vy.
3. Autorotation procedure ..................... APPLY.
4. Emergency fuel shut-off handle........ AFT.
5. Starting selector.................................. OFF position.
x After landing:
6. [EMER SW] ........................................... OFF.
7. Rotor brake ........................................... APPLY (d 170 rpm).
8. Evacuate aircraft and fight fire from outside.
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WARNING
x IN FLIGHT:
GOV
1. Flight parameters........... CHECK
Emergency mode automatically self-engages.
GOV illuminates.
2. Collective pitch............... AVOID abrupt changes

Maintain N1 > 80% Hp < 20000 ft (6096 m)
Major governor
failure Maintain N1 > 85% Hp t 20000 ft (6096 m)
Emergency mode
engaged Approach and Landing:
. Make a powered approach.
. Avoid steep angle.
After touch down, shut-down:

Collective pitch.................. SLOWLY down to low pitch.
Starting selector ................. OFF.
NOTE
On FLI page: FF and END .
This failure can also result in loss of 'N1 and torque
parameters on the VEMD.
x DURING ENGINE STARTING:

Starting selector ................... OFF position immediately.
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WARNING
x Permanently lighted:
GOV
Governing function degraded.
Minor FADEC 1. Collective......................AVOID abrupt power changes.
failure 2. IAS................................MAINTAIN below VNE
power off.
On ground: do not start engine.
x Flashing at idle or during starting or shut down:

Governor redundancy failure, no impact on governing
function.
. Start-up procedure: abort, report to Maintenance Manual.
. Autorotation training: cancel training, return to base.
Oil pressure........................CHECK gauge.

ENG
P
LOW OR NIL NORMAL
Engine oil LAND IMMEDIATELY LAND AS SOON AS

pressure PRACTICABLE
below limit.
. Autorotation procedure … APPLY.
. Shutdown engine time permitting.
TWT Twist grip ...........................TURN to FLIGHT position.

GRIP
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Twist grip out of
FLIGHT position
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WARNING
ENG Collective pitch................... REDUCE power

CHIP
Metal particles in Low power approach and landing

engine oil circuit. Be prepared in case of a loss of engine power.
NOTE
Takeoff is prohibited until checks specified in
TURBOMECA Maintenance Manual have been
completed.
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3.6.2 TRANSMISSION EMERGENCY
WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
MGB Collective ............................ REDUCE power
P
Main Gear Box If a safe landing is not possible, continue flight to
low oil pressure the nearest appropriate landing site, reduce power
< 1 bar (14.5 psi) to fly at minimum power speed (Vy).
NOTE
At low power (Vy) a maximum of 55 min. of
simulated flight time has been demonstrated during
bench tests
MGB IAS ....................................... SET TO Vy

TEMP CWP..................................... MONITOR
Main Gear Box
MGB MGB
oil overheating TEMP TEMP
(> 115°C)
LAND AS SOON AS LAND AS SOON AS

PRACTICABLE POSSIBLE
MGB Collective ............................. REDUCE power

CHIP
MGB MGB
and ..................
TEMP
MONITOR
P
Metal particles in
MGB oil circuit.
TGB
CHIP Avoid prolonged hovering
Metal particles in
CONTINUE FLIGHT
TGB oil circuit.
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3.6.3 HYDRAULIC EMERGENCY

WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
Keep aircraft at a more or less level attitude.
HYDR Avoid abrupt maneuvers.
CAUTION
Pedal control loads increase notably, in particular at high pedal
deflections.
Do not attempt to carry out hover flight or any low speed maneuver.
The intensity and direction of the control feedback force will change
Loss of hydraulic rapidly. This will result in poor aircraft control and possible loss of
pressure control.
As control loads increase, be careful not to inadvertently move twist
grip out of FLIGHT position (TWT GRIP light off).
or
NOTE
pressure The pressure in the accumulators allows enough time to secure flight
< 30 bar (435 psi). and to reach the hydraulic failure safety speed.
x In hover:
1. Land normally
2. Twist grip................................. Set to IDLE position.
3. Collective................................. LOCK.
4. Starting selector ....................... OFF.
x In flight: Smoothly,
1. Collective/Cyclic..................... SET IAS to between 40 (74 Km/h)
and 60 kt (111 Km/h).
(hydraulic failure safety speed).
2. Collective HYD switch............ OFF.
Pilot has to apply loads: - on collective increase or decrease
around no force feedback point,
- on forward and left cyclic.
NOTE
Speed may be increased as necessary but control loads will increase
with speed.
x Approach and landing: over a clear and flat area,
- perform a flat approach into wind,
- make a no-hover slow running landing around 10 kt (18.5 km/h),
- Do not hover or taxi without hydraulic pressure.
x After landing:
- Collective .................................. LOCK.
- Shutdown procedure.................. Apply.
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3.6.4 ELECTRICAL EMERGENCY
WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
BATT 1 [BAT/EPU] ..............................................................OFF.
TEMP 2.U bus voltage..........................................................CHECK.
NORMAL ABOVE Umax

1. [BAT/EPU] ..................ON.
2. [GENE]........................OFF.
Battery 3. Unnecessary
temperature above equipment ...................OFF.
maximum.
LAND AS SOON AS
PRACTICABLE
[BAT/EPU] .......................................................CHECK ON.

BATT
YES NO
Battery off line.
[BAT/EPU] ..............ON.
CHECK voltage on VEMD.

BATT
LAND AS SOON AS
PRACTICABLE CONTINUE FLIGHT
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WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
1. U bus on VEMD ............ CHECK.
GENE 2. [GENE] ............................. CHECK ON.
YES NO
DC generator
off line. [GENE] .......................... ON.
"GENE RST" circuit breaker ....................Check not popped
out (30D panel).
[GENE RST]..............................................PRESS,
GENE GENE
Unnecessary equipment ....... OFF.
CONTINUE FLIGHT LAND AS SOON AS

PRACTICABLE
CAUTION
If the battery fails, the VEMD will
go out and only the analogue NR
indication will remain.
Maximum flight time on battery:
. day : 50 min. (1 VHF, 1 VOR).
. night : 20 min. (same as day plus
instrument lighting and external
lights).
Inverter* AC system:
INV [INV] ............................................................CHECK ON
AC power YES NO
supply failure
Loss of all AC consumers [INV] ................................ ON
NOTE
AFCS* disengages automatically INV
Controls.............. HANDS ON.
CONTINUE FLIGHT CONTINUE FLIGHT

(*) If installed
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3.6.5 FUEL EMERGENCY
WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL

FUEL
NOTE
15 min. of flight time remains at MCP
Fuel quantity
48 kg (106 lb)
WARNING
AVOID LARGE ATTITUDE CHANGES
x IN FLIGHT:
FUEL
P 1. Collective pitch...................... REDUCE POWER
2. [FUEL P] ................................. ON
Low fuel pressure
. Low power approach and landing
WARNING
BE PREPARED IN CASE OF AN ENGINE
FLAME-OUT.
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WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
x Continuously on:
FUEL Fuel filter pre-clogging level 2 reached.
FILT
Fuel filter WARNING

pre-clogged FUEL FILTER BY-PASS OPENING LEADS TO
CONTAMINATION OF THE FUEL LINES AND
THE GOVERNOR, WHICH MAY INDUCE N1
OSCILLATIONS, LIMITED POWER OR
EVENTUALLY FLAME-OUT.
VEMD .................MONITOR N1
If N1 oscillations occur:
LAND IMMEDIATELY
x Flashing at idle or during starting or shut down:

Fuel filter pre-clogging level 1 reached.
- One flight of 3 hours maximum flight time can be

performed before maintenance action.
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3.6.6 MISCELLANEOUS
WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
PITOT
[PITOT] ............................. CHECK ON.
YES NO
Pitot heating not
operative.
Monitor airspeed indicator. [PITOT] ...............ON.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
[HORN] .............................CHECK ON.

HORN
YES NO
Aural warning
not operative.
Aural warning failure. [HORN] ...............ON.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Airspeed...........................REDUCE to 70 kt (130 km/h).

DOOR

One or both cargo
hold doors descent and approach at low rate of descent.
unlocked.
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3.7 VARIOUS WARNINGS, FAILURES AND INCIDENTS

NOT INDICATED ON THE CWP
3.7.1 ROTOR BRAKE INOPERATIVE
WARNING
WAIT UNTIL ROTOR COMES TO A STANDSTILL BEFORE
LEAVING THE AIRCRAFT.
Rotor stopping with wind blowing:
1. Aircraft....................................................INTO WIND.
2. Cyclic stick..............................................slightly INTO WIND.
3.7.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURES

Yaw servo-control slide-valve seizure:
x In hover
. If no movement about yaw axis:
LAND normally.
. If yaw axis rotation:
[HYD] switch (collective grip) ................OFF.
x In cruise flight
1. Airspeed ..............................................REDUCE to between 40 and

60 kt (74 and 111 km/h) in
level flight, enter sideslip if
necessary.
2. [HYD] switch (collective grip) ............OFF, apply HYDR Procedure.
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Main servo-control slide-valve seizure:
1. [HYD] switch (collective grip) .......... OFF.

Control loads are immediately felt:
- on collective increase,
- on forward and left cyclic,
- on pedals.
The aerodynamic loads to be counteracted may be heavy at high
speed:
- collective pitch : up to 20 daN (45 lbf) to pull,
- cyclic : 7 to 12 daN (16 to 27 lbf) to push left,
- cyclic : 2 to 4 daN (4.5 to 9 lbf) to push forward.
2. Airspeed............................................ REDUCE to between 40 and
60 kt (74 and 111 km/h) in
level flight.
Apply HYDR procedure.
3.7.3 BLEED VALVE FAILURE:

When the bleed valve opens, a flag appears on the FLI or
3-data page.
The flag disappears when the bleed valve closes.
The bleed valve is normally open when then the engine is shut down,
during starting and at low power settings.
x If the flag does not disappear at high power settings (i.e. near MCP
or above), the maximum available engine power is reduced,
specifically in cold weather.
x If the flag does not reappear at low power settings, the engine may
surge. Avoid abrupt changes in power settings.
x Bleed valve failure results in GOV .
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3.7.4 ICS INOPERATIVE (GMA 340 H)*:
1. ICS ..............................................OFF.
2. COM 1 ........................................Check ON, adjust volume.
NOTE 1
VHF communications will remain available for the RH pilot
only via COM 1 transceiver. Audio warnings will be
transmitted via the COM 1 audio system.
NOTE 2
Abort or cancel hoisting operations in case of ICS failure.
(*) If installed
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SECTION 4
NORMAL PROCEDURES
Page
4.1 GENERAL.....................................................................................................4-1
4.1.1 OPERATING LIMITATIONS .........................................................4-1
4.1.2 FLIGHT PLANNING ........................................................................4-1
4.1.3 TAKEOFF AND LANDING DATA.................................................4-1
4.1.4 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA ..................................................4-1
4.2 PREFLIGHT CHECK .................................................................................4-2
4.2.1 EXTERIOR CHECK .........................................................................4-2
4.2.2 INTERIOR CHECK ..........................................................................4-5
4.2.3 TURNAROUND CHECK ................................................................4-5
4.3 START UP.....................................................................................................4-6
4.3.1 ENGINE PRESTART CHECK ........................................................4-6
4.3.2 ENGINE STARTING ........................................................................4-8
4.3.3 RUN-UP CHECK ...............................................................................4-9
4.3.4 CRANKING......................................................................................4-11
4.4 TAKEOFF ...................................................................................................4-11
4.4.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK........................................................4-11
4.4.2 TAKEOFF CHECK AND PROCEDURE .....................................4-12
4.5 CLIMB.........................................................................................................4-12
4.6 CRUISE .......................................................................................................4-12
4.7 APPROACH AND LANDING ..................................................................4-13
4.7.1 APPROACH .....................................................................................4-13
4.7.2 LANDING .........................................................................................4-13
4.8 ENGINE AND ROTOR SHUTDOWN ....................................................4-13
4.9 MISCELLANEOUS PROCEDURES AND DATA ................................4-14
4.9.1 TANK CAPACITY ..........................................................................4-14
4.10 EXTREME WEATHER OPERATIONS.................................................4-15
4.10.1 HIGH WIND OPERATION (WIND ABOVE 30 KT) .................4-15
4.10.2 COLD WEATHER OPERATION .................................................4-16
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LIST OF FIGURES
Page
FIGURE 4 - 1: SEQUENCE OF CHECKS .........................................................4-2

FIGURE 4 - 2: TAKEOFF PROCEDURE........................................................4-12
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4.1 GENERAL
This section contains instructions and procedures for operating the helicopter
from the planning stage, through actual flight conditions, to securing the
helicopter after landing.
Normal and standard conditions are assumed in these procedures. Pertinent
data in other sections is referenced when applicable.
The instructions and procedures contained herein are written for the purpose
of standardization and are not applicable to all situations.
4.1.1 OPERATING LIMITATIONS

For minimum and maximum limits, refer to SECTION 2.
Each time an operating limitation is exceeded, an appropriate entry
shall be made in the logbook (helicopter, engine, etc.). The entry shall
state which limit was exceeded, the duration, the extreme value
attained, and any additional information essential in determining the
maintenance action required.
4.1.2 FLIGHT PLANNING

Each flight should be planned adequately to ensure safe operations and
to provide the pilot with the data to be used during flight.
Flight planning must comply with helicopter limitations and
performance (Refer to SECTIONS 2, 5, 6 and supplements).
4.1.3 TAKEOFF AND LANDING DATA

Refer to SECTION 2 - LIMITATIONS and
SECTION 5 - REGULATORY & COMPLEMENTARY
PERFORMANCE.
4.1.4 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA

Ascertain proper weight and balance of the helicopter as follows:
- Consult SECTION 6 - WEIGHT AND BALANCE.
- Ascertain weight of fuel, oil, payload, etc.
- Compute takeoff and anticipated landing gross weights.
- Check helicopter center of gravity (CG) locations.
- Check that the weight and CG limitations in SECTION 2 are not
exceeded.
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4.2 PREFLIGHT CHECK

- Make sure that all flightworthiness-required corrective maintenance
operations have been performed.
- These preflight checks can be done without opening any cowlings unless
the helicopter had been parked for more than 2 days or in case of any
visible leak or doubt.
- Check that the aircraft area is clean and unobstructed.
- Remove all picketing items if applicable
- Carry out the following checks:
4.2.1 EXTERIOR CHECK
Figure 4-1: Sequence of checks
Station 1
- Transparent panels ..............................Condition - Cleanliness.
- MGB – Engine oil cooler air inlet ......Check no obstruction nor
debris.
- Side slip indicator ...............................Condition.
- Pitot tube .............................................Cover removed - Condition.
- Landing lights .....................................Condition.
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Station 2
- Front door ........................................... Condition, jettison system
check.
- Rear door ............................................ Condition, closed or open
locked (sliding door).
- Left cargo door ................................... Open.
- Loads and objects carried ................... Secured.
- Left cargo door ................................... Closed, locked.
- Fuel tank and system .......................... Filler plug closed - Tank
sump drained.
- MGB cowl .......................................... MGB oil level - Cowl locked.
- All lower fairing panels...................... Locked.
- Landing gear and foot step ................. Secure - Visual check.
- Static ports.......................................... Clear, covers removed.
- OAT sensors, antennas ....................... Condition.
- Main rotor head and blades ................ Visual inspection , no impact.
- Engine air intake................................. Clear (no water, snow, foreign
objects).
- Engine cowl........................................ Locked.
- Exhaust cover ..................................... Removed.
- Rear cargo door .................................. Open.
- Loads and objects carried ................... Secured.
- ELT..................................................... Check ARMED.
- Rear cargo door .................................. Closed, locked.
- Oil drain.............................................. No oil under scupper.
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Station 3
- Heat shield on tail rotor drive .............Condition, attachment.
- Tail boom, antennas............................Condition - Fairing fasteners
locked.
- Stabilizer, fin, external lights..............General condition.
- Tail rotor guard (if fitted) ...................Condition, attachment.
- TGB fairing.........................................Secured, fasteners locked.
- TGB oil level ......................................Checked.
- Tail skid ..............................................Condition, attachment.
Station 4
- Tail rotor head.....................................Condition, laminated bearing.
Checked for separation, cracks, etc.
- Tail rotor blades ..................................Visual inspection , no impact.
- Stabiliser, fin, external lights ..............General condition.
- Tail boom, antennas............................Condition - Fairing fasteners
locked.
- Heat shield on tail rotor drive .............Condition, attachment.
Station 5
- Oil drain ..............................................No oil under scupper.
- EPU door.............................................Closed or EPU connected.
- Engine cowl ........................................Locked.
- Right cargo door .................................Open.
- Loads and objects carried ...................Secured.
- Right cargo door .................................Locked.
- Main rotor head and blades.................Visual inspection, no impact.
- MGB cowl...........................................No foreign objects on
transmission deck.
Cowl locked.
- Hydraulic oil level ..............................Check reservoir level.
- Engine oil level ...................................Check reservoir level.
- Landing gear and foot step .................Secure – Visual check.
- All lower fairing panels ......................Locked.
- Door ....................................................Condition, jettison system
check.
- External mirror (if fitted) ....................Set to avoid dazzling (night
flight).
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4.2.2 INTERIOR CHECK

- Cabin .................................................. Clean.
- Fire extinguisher................................. Secured - Checked.
- Fuses or breakers ................................ All set.
- Loads and objects carried ................... Stowed and secured.
- Front door jettison systems ................ Check - Plastic guard
condition.
4.2.3 TURNAROUND CHECK

- Overall aspect .................................... Condition, cleanliness.
- Engine / MGB / TGB ......................... Oil level.
- Main and tail rotor blades .................. Visual inspection, no impact.
- Loads ................................................. Secured.
- All cowlings ....................................... Locked.
- Doors .................................................. Closed or sliding door open-
locked.
NOTE
If the aircraft is to be parked for some time between flights,
temporary picketing is recommended by fitting blanks, covers, and
blade socks in winds above 40 kt (74 km/h).
In this case, perform a complete pre-flight check.
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4.3 START UP
4.3.1 ENGINE PRESTART CHECK
- Seats and control pedals......................ADJUST and SECURE.
- Seat belts .............................................FASTEN.
NOTE
Copilot seat belts shall be fastened in all cases.
1. Rotor brake.......................................RELEASE, fully forward.

2. Fuel shut-off lever ............................FORWARD, plastic guard
condition.
3. Twist grip .........................................IDLE position.
4. Hydraulic pressure switch................ON.
5. [EMER SW].......................................CHECK ON position.
6. Starting selector................................OFF.
7. [BAT/EPU], [DCT/BAT] ....................ON.
8. Lighting circuits 1 and 2 test............PERFORM (if night flight
intended).
9. ICS and GPS nav. system ................ON.
10. Electric mirror (if installed) .............SET to avoid dazzling (night
flight).
11. [W/L TST] .........................................PERFORM.
Check TRQ indicates 100 % for 2 sec., then 0.
12. >FIRE TST@........................................PERFORM.

13. [ACCU TST]......................................CHECK OFF position.
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14. CWP lights .................................. CHECK:

x With battery power............. :
GENE PITOT HYDR ENG P
FUEL P HORN MGB P

TWT GRIP
x With EPU power ................ : Same lights as above + BATT
15. VEMD .......................................... CHECK:

. 3-data page: no message,
. Vehicle page: no message,
. Battery voltage > 22 V,
. (Bleed valve open).
16. Control pedals .............................. Free travel, then left pedal

2 cm (0.8 in) forward.
17. Cyclic pitch................................... CENTER, friction adjusted.
18. Collective pitch ............................ LOCK, friction adjusted.
19. Heating, demisting,
air conditioning (if installed)........ OFF.
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4.3.2 ENGINE STARTING

1. CWP..................................................CHECK GOV .
2. >A/COL LT@ ........................................ON.
3. Starting selector ................................ON position.
4. Engine parameters.............................CHECK:
. N1 increases,
. TOT remains below its limits,
. Rotor is turning before N1 = 25%,
. Engine oil pressure increases.
x When N1 t 67 %
5. >GENE@ ..............................................ON.
6. CWP..................................................CHECK:
ENG P MGB P HYDR .
7. >PITOT@..............................................ON, PITOT
8. Starting selector guard .....................SET.
9. All necessary systems ......................ON - TESTED.
(master avionics switch, lights..)
NOTE 1
In strong wind apply a little cyclic into wind.
NOTE 2
In case of failed engine start, return the starting selector to OFF, wait
30 sec., perform an engine crank (see paragraph 4.3.4).
[FUEL P] set to ON during next engine start attempt.
NOTE 3
At N1 > 60 % the VEMD upper screen automatically switches to FLI
display.
11. EPU (if installed) ........................... DISCONNECT, Make sure EPU door
is closed and locked.
12. CWP............................................... CHECK: GENE BATT .
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4.3.3 RUN-UP CHECK
1. Hydraulic checks ................................. :
CAUTION
If not locked, the collective pitch lever will move up when
the accumulators are depleted or when the hydraulic cut-
off switch on the collective is set to OFF.
x Accumulator checks:
- Collective pitch ............................... CHECK correctly locked.

- [ACCU TST] ...................................... PRESS.
- CWP ................................................. CHECK HYDR flashes.
- Collective / cyclic controls............... HANDS on.
- Move the cyclic control 2 or 3 times on each axis
(+/- 10% of travel) and check for accumulator hydraulic
assistance on pitch and roll (no control loads).
- [ACCU TST] ...................................... CHECK OFF position.
- CWP ................................................. CHECK HYDR .
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x Hydraulic pressure isolation check:
- Collective pitch.......................... CHECK correctly locked.

- Hydraulic cutoff switch ............. SET to OFF.
- CWP........................................... CHECK HYDR .
- Check that loads are felt immediately and that cyclic can be
moved in pitch and roll with normal feedback loads. Yaw pedal
loads increase.
- Hydraulic cutoff switch ............. SET to ON.
- CWP........................................... CHECK HYDR after 3 to 4 sec.
Maintenance action must be
performed prior to flight if this
time is reduced to 1 sec. (at least
one of the accumulators is
faulty).
x When minimum engine oil temperature is reached (Refer to

SECTION 2 §2.4.5):
2. Twist grip..........................................FLIGHT position.
x When NR t 340 rpm:
3. >HORN@........................................... ON, HORN .

CHECK audio warning:
. ON for NR d 360 rpm.
. OFF for NR > 360 rpm.
4. NR indication ................................ CHECK in lower green range.
5. [FIRE TST]...................................... PERFORM, CHECK:
ENG + Gong sounds.
FIRE
6. Parameter checks ........................... No warning light illuminated,
Electrical system voltage and
current, Engine oil pressure.
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4.3.4 CRANKING
The cranking procedure shall be performed after a failed or aborted start
and can be used for check or maintenance purposes.
Proceed as follows:
1. Start selector .................................. OFF.
2. Emergency fuel
shut-off lever .................................. FORWARD.
3. N1 ................................................... CHECK d 10 %.
4. [CRANK] ......................................... PRESS for 20 sec. max.
CAUTION
Do not crank the engine with the emergency fuel shutoff valve
closed as this could damage the engine high pressure fuel pump.
4.4 TAKEOFF
4.4.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK
1. Doors .................................................. CLOSED or sliding doors
OPEN LOCKED.
2. Cyclic and collective frictions............ AS REQUIRED.
3. Landing light ...................................... AS REQUIRED.
4. Temperatures and pressures ............... NORMAL RANGE.
5. CWP ................................................... All lights OFF.
6. Collective pitch................................... UNLOCK.
NOTE
Adjust collective and cyclic frictions so that friction loads are felt
by the pilot when moving the flight controls.
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4.4.2 TAKEOFF CHECK AND PROCEDURE
CAUTION
Heating and demisting system can be used during takeoff but this
degrades the aircraft hover and climb performance shown in
SECTION 5 when operating at engine limits (N1, TOT).
- Gradually increase collective pitch to hover at 5 ft (1.5 m). Check

engine and mechanical control instruments, no warning light.
- Increase airspeed with HIGE power until IAS = 40 kt (74 km/h), then
begin to climb so as to clear 40 ft (12 m) at IAS = 50 kt (93 km/h).
Figure 4-2: Takeoff Procedure
CAUTION
For safe operation, takeoff path should avoid HV diagram (Refer to
SECTION 5).
4.5 CLIMB
Above 100 ft (30 m), for maximum climb performance, select Maximum
Continuous Power and optimum climbing speed (Vy):
IAS kt = 65 kt at 0 Hp - (1 kt / 1000 ft).
IAS km/h = 120 km/h at 0 Hp - (2 km/h per 300 m).
4.6 CRUISE
Fast cruise is obtained by the first limitation reached corresponding to the
beginning of the FLI amber area:
Corresponding mechanical or engine limits (TRQ, N1, TOT) are indicated by
underlined numerical value.
Reduce indicated airspeed in turbulence.
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4.7 APPROACH AND LANDING

4.7.1 APPROACH
- Begin approach at Vy.
- At approximately 100 ft (30 m), reduce airspeed down to HIGE at
5 ft (1.5 m).
x Approach check:
1. Landing light .............................. AS REQUIRED.

2. All parameters ............................ CHECK.
4.7.2 LANDING
- In hover, gradually reduce collective pitch until touchdown, then
fully reduce collective pitch.
4.8 ENGINE AND ROTOR SHUTDOWN

1. Cyclic stick ................................................. NEUTRAL.
2. Collective pitch........................................... LOCK.
3. Twist grip.................................................... IDLE position.
4. Engine oil cooling....................................... WAIT for 30 sec.
5. >PITOT@, >HORN@, landing light .................. OFF.
6. Non-required systems,
[AVIONIC] ................................................... OFF.
7. Starting selector .......................................... OFF position.
8. [GENE]........................................................ OFF.
At NR d 170 rpm (for high wind conditions) or

NR d 140 rpm (normal conditions).
9. Rotor brake ................................................. APPLY.
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x When rotor is stopped:
10. GPS navigation system ........................ OFF.
11. >A/COL LT@ ........................................... OFF.
x BEFORE LEAVING HELICOPTER

12. VEMD.................................................. CHECK of Flight Report page data:
x Operating time (counted from N1 > 60 % until N1 < 50 %).
x N1 and N2 cycles ..................... CHECK (Indicated in white characters
and above 0).
x Usage
x Advisory messages: FAILURE or OVERLIMIT DETECTED .
13. [DCT/BAT], [BAT/EPU] ........................ OFF.

14. Pitot, air intake and exhaust covers, blade socks as required.
4.9 MISCELLANEOUS PROCEDURES AND DATA

4.9.1. TANK CAPACITIES
x Maximum capacity
540 liters (142.7 US gal) (427 kg) (941 lb).
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x Fuel gauge
10 = 538.7 liters (425.6 kg) (142.3 US gal)

(938 lb) usable fuel quantity.
: 15 min. of flight time remains at MCP.
NOTE 1
The unusable fuel quantity is reached when zero is indicated on
the fuel gauge.
NOTE 2
Fuel quantity indication in kg and fuel flow indication in kg/h is
based on a fuel density of 0.79 kg/l.
4.10 EXTREME WEATHER OPERATIONS

4.10.1 HIGH WIND OPERATION (WIND ABOVE 30 KT- 56 KM/H)
x Parking
- Park the helicopter head into the wind. Maintain rotor brake
applied with one blade at 12 o’clock. Keep blade socks until
start up.
- For wind above 40 kt (74 km/h) the helicopter must be tied
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x Start up
- When the rotor begins to turn, apply a small cyclic stick input
into the wind.
- As soon as N1 > 67 %:
Twist grip..................................FLIGHT position.
x Run up check
- Perform the hydraulic checks with the twist grip in FLIGHT
position and NR at nominal speed.
x Engine and rotor shutdown
- Allow engine oil to cool with twist grip in FLIGHT position.
NOTE
Start up and shutdown have been demonstrated up to 40 kt
(74 km/h) of wind from any direction and for 50 kt (93 km/h)
headwind.
4.10.2 COLD WEATHER OPERATION
Refer to SUP.4 "Instructions for use in cold weather".
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REGULATORY PERFORMANCE
Page
5.1 INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................5-1
5.2 DEMONSTRATED WIND ENVELOPES ................................................5-1
5.3 ENGINE HEALTH CHECK.......................................................................5-1
5.3.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF .........................................................................5-1
5.3.2 ENGINE HEALTH CHECK PROCEDURE ..................................5-1
5.4 AIR DATA SYSTEM CALIBRATION .....................................................5-7
5.5 HEIGHT - VELOCITY DIAGRAM ..........................................................5-8
5.6 HOVER IN GROUND EFFECT...............................................................5-10
5.7 HOVER OUT OF GROUND EFFECT....................................................5-11
5.8 CORRECTED WEIGHT...........................................................................5-12
5.9 RATE OF CLIMB ......................................................................................5-13
5.10 GLIDE DISTANCE IN AUTOROTATION............................................5-14
5.11 NOISE LEVEL ...........................................................................................5-14
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FIGURE 5 - 1 : ENGINE HEALTH CHECK (TRQ MARGIN ISO N1) ........ 5-5
FIGURE 5 - 2 : ENGINE HEALTH CHECK (TRQ MARGIN ISO TOT)..... 5-6
FIGURE 5 - 3 : AIR DATA SYSTEM CALIBRATION ................................... 5-7
FIGURE 5 - 4 : HEIGHT / VELOCITY ENVELOPE....................................... 5-9
FIGURE 5 - 5 : IGE HOVERING FLIGHT PERFORMANCE..................... 5-10
FIGURE 5 - 6 : OGE HOVERING FLIGHT PERFORMANCE ................... 5-11
FIGURE 5 - 7 : DETERMINATION OF CORRECTED WEIGHT.............. 5-12
FIGURE 5 - 8 : RATE OF CLIMB .................................................................... 5-13
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5.1 INTRODUCTION
The following performance curves apply to the basic version of the aircraft.
Refer to supplement when optional equipment is fitted.
5.2 DEMONSTRATED WIND ENVELOPES

5.2.1 STARTING AND STOPPING ROTOR WIND ENVELOPE
Starting and stopping the rotor has been demonstrated for winds of
40 kt (74 km/h) from any direction and 50 kt (93 km/h) with a
headwind (forward center axis +/- 30°).
5.2.2 WIND ENVELOPE IN HOVER

Hovering with winds from any direction up to 17 kt (31 km/h) has been
demonstrated over the entire flight envelope although it is not to be
taken as a limit.
For example hover at sea level at maximum gross weight and for all c.g.
locations has been substantiated at 30 kt (55 km/h).
5.3 ENGINE HEALTH CHECK

5.3.1 BEFORE TAKEOFF
In HIGE at 5ft (1.5 m) and before initiating forward flight, pull the
collective pitch lever slightly to ensure that the N1 can increase by at
least 1%, without exceeding the max. transient rating.
5.3.2 ENGINE HEALTH CHECK PROCEDURE

The engine health check consists in checking the power margin
(TRQ MARGIN ISO N1) and (TRQ MARGIN ISO TOT).
Checking can be performed using the VEMD data (Refer to paragraph
5.3.2.1) or manually recorded parameters (Refer to paragraph 5.3.2.2).
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5.3.2.1 FADEC engine health check

x The engine health check is performed in level flight MCP,
heating and demisting system OFF.
x Prefer an altitude where the engine is operating close to the
N1 MCP limit.
x Stabilize level flight MCP for at least 2 min. before
initiating the engine health check.
x Read the results displayed on VEMD after the end of the
procedure.
x The engine health check is satisfactory if:
- TRQ MARGIN / TOT is 0%, “GOOD” displayed,
and
- TRQ MARGIN / N1 is 0%,“GOOD” displayed.
5.3.2.2 Manual procedure
x The engine health check is performed in level flight MCP,
heating and demisting system OFF.
x Prefer an altitude where the engine is operating close to the
N1 MCP limit.
x Stabilize level flight MCP for at least 2 min. before
recording the following parameters: TRQ, N1, NR, Hp,
OAT and TOT.
NOTE
The altimeter must be set to 1013.2 hPa to display Hp.
Refer to the ENGINE HEALTH CHECK charts (Fig. 5-1

and Fig. 5-2). Use the charts in the direction shown by the
arrows in examples.
Torque Margin ISO N1 Calculation (Fig 5-1)

- Plot point P on the chart according to the recorded N1 and
OAT parameters.
- Plot point P’ according to Hp, then note the normalized
TRQ value.
- Plot point P’' according to the recorded NR parameter then
note the TRQ correction value.
The result is calculated as follows:

- TRQ min = normalized TRQ + TRQ correction.
- TRQ MARGIN ISO N1 = TRQ flight – TRQ min.
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Torque Margin ISO TOT Calculation (Fig. 5-2)

- Plot point T on the chart according to the recorded TOT
and Hp.
- Plot point T’ according to OAT parameters.
- Plot point T'' according to Hp, then note the
NORMALIZED TRQ value.
- Plot point T''' according to the recorded NR parameter,
then note the TRQ CORRECTION value.
The result is calculated as follows:

- TRQ min = normalized TRQ + TRQ correction.
- TRQ MARGIN ISO TOT = TRQ flight – TRQ min.
The engine health check is satisfactory if:

- “TRQ MARGIN ISO N1” value is positive.
and
- “TRQ MARGIN ISO TOT” value is positive.
NOTE
The manual procedure may lead to different results
compared to the FADEC procedure because it is less
sophisticated. Preference shall be given to the use of
FADEC procedure and the manual one should only be
used if the FADEC procedure gives obviously doubtful or
incorrect results.
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5.5 HEIGHT - VELOCITY DIAGRAM

The avoidance zone is defined by four points: A, B, C, D (refer to
figure 5-4).
- Point A : low hover point
Point A is at 8 ft (2.5 m) skid height at zero airspeed.
- Point B :
Point B is defined by:

x a constant height of 25 ft (8 m),
x a constant airspeed of 40 kt (74 km/h).
- Point C :
Point C is defined by:

x a constant height of 100 ft (30 m),
x a variable airspeed depending on the density altitude and on the
aircraft weight as determined by line (C).
- Point D :
Point D is defined by:

x a variable height depending on the density altitude and on the
aircraft weight as determined by line (D),
x a constant zero airspeed.
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5.6 HOVER IN GROUND EFFECT
Figure 5 - 5
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Figure 5 - 6
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5.8 CORRECTED WEIGHT
Figure 5 - 7
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Figure 5 - 8
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5.10 GLIDE DISTANCE IN AUTOROTATION

The distance flown in autorotation is:
0.54 NM per 1000 ft at IAS kt = 65 kt and NR # 410 rpm
1000 m (distance) per 300 m (height) at IAS km/h = 120 km/h and NR # 410 rpm
5.11 NOISE LEVEL

Noise characteristics as defined by the conditions of Chapter 11 of ICAO Annex 16
and Appendix J of FAR Part 36 are as follows:
Noise Level as per
ICAO / FAR
ICAO Annex 16 and
Flight Phase limits
FAR Part 36
(dB SEL)
(dB SEL)
Flyover at 0.9VH *
84.4 86.5
With VH =135 kt (250 km/h) TAS
(*) VH = Maximum speed in level flight at power not exceeding maximum

continuous power, for sea level pressure and 25°C ambient conditions at
MTOW.
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INCOMPATIBILITY OF USE,
EFFECT ON PERFORMANCE DATA.
IMPORTANT NOTE
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN SUPPLEMENTS OR SUPERSEDES THE INFORMATION

GIVEN IN THE BASIC FLIGHT MANUAL AND/OR THE SUPPLEMENTS LISTED IN SECTION SUP.0.
THE EFFECTIVITY OF THE SUPPLEMENT AT THE LATEST REVISION IS SPECIFIED ON THE LIST
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A/C: AS 350 B3e – S/N:
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Some supplements covering installations or procedures not used on this
helicopter may be withdrawn from this manual. The complete list of
supplements appears on this page.
No. DESCRIPTION
0 List of supplements, incompatibility of use, effect on performance data
1 Reserved
2 Reserved
3 Reserved
4 Instructions for operations in cold weather
5 Reserved
6 Autorotation landing training procedure
7 Hydraulic failure training procedure
8 Reserved
9 Reserved
10 Reserved
11 Reserved
12 External Load Transport : Cargo Sling 750 kg (1660 lb)
13 External Load Transport : Cargo Swing 1400 kg (3086 lb) with
“SIREN” release unit
13.1 External Load Transport : Cargo Swing 1400 kg (3086 lb) with
“SIREN” fixed release unit.
13.2 External Load Transport : Cargo Swing 1400 kg (3086 lb) with
“ON-BOARD” release unit.
14 Sand Filter
15 Reserved
16 SFIM 85 T 31 (3-axis) Automatic Flight Control System
17 Emergency Floatation Gear AERAZUR
18 "Breeze" or "Air Equipment" Electric Hoist 136 kg (300 lb)
19 "Breeze" Electric Hoist 204 kg (450 lb)
19.1 "Breeze" Electric Hoist 204 kg (450 lb), grip with support bracket
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20 Hydraulic Pump Drive on MGB
21 Two-passenger Front Seat
22 Long and Short Footsteps
23 Dual Hydraulic System
24 Reserved
25 Reserved
26 Reserved
27 Reserved
28 Maximum internal gross weight increased to 2370 kg (5225 lb)
29 200 A Starter generator
30
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49
50 Ferry Flight Fuel Tank
51 Reserved
52 "BAMBI BUCKET" model 2732S
53 Reserved
54 Reserved
55 “GARMIN GNS 430/430W” GPS
56 Abseiling installation
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1 INCOMPATIBILITY OF USE BETWEEN OPTIONAL

EQUIPMENT ITEMS
The following list is non-exhaustive and covers only those EASA-approved

equipment items which are incompatible with one or several other items.
NOTE
Incompatibility of installation between equipments is stated in the
Master Servicing Recommendations (P.R.E.).
Operation of the following Makes operation with the

installations: following equipment items
impossible:
Items Flight Manual supplement Items
15 Emergency floatation gear (SUP.17) 32* - 66
21 Ferry flight fuel tank (SUP.50) 22 - 23 - 32
22 External load carrying installation "Cargo 21 - 25 - 32 - 44 - 66
sling" (SUP.12)
23 External load carrying installation "Cargo 21 - 25 - 32 - 44 - 66
swing" (SUP.13 / SUP.13.1 / SUP.13.2)
25 Air ambulance installation 22 - 23 - 32
32 Electric hoist (SUP.18 / SUP.19 / SUP.19.1) 15* - 21 - 22 - 23 - 25
44 - 66
44 Two-passenger front seat (SUP.21) 22 - 23 - 32
66 Abseiling installation (SUP.56) 15 - 22 - 23 - 32
AA Maximum internal gross weight increased to AB
2370 kg (SUP.28)
AB Low landing gear installation AA
(*) Hoisting remains possible when the floats are folded.
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2 INFLUENCE OF OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ITEMS

ON PERFORMANCE DATA
When several optional equipment items are used simultaneously, the basic
performance data must be reduced by the value corresponding to the influence
of each optional item.
2.1 Approved performance data

- Takeoff weights:
When the installation of an optional equipment item modifies the
takeoff weights specified in the basic Flight Manual SECTION 5.1,
the relevant Supplement either provides the new takeoff weights by
new charts or by a penalty relative to the basic flight performance.
- Rates of climb:
When the rates of climb in the basic Flight Manual SECTION 5.1 are
modified, the relevant Supplement either provides a new chart or
specifies a reduction with respect to the basic flight performance.
2.2 Complementary performance data

The influences of the optional equipment items are specified
in SECTION 5.2 "Complementary performance data".
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1 GENERAL
This supplement details the procedures to be followed when the aircraft is
operated in cold weather or snowy climatic conditions.
Aircraft servicing does not require any special tools or routine replacement.
NOTE
Use of 3 to 3.9 cSt synthetic oil is recommended for low temperature
operation.
2 LIMITATIONS
The limitations specified in the basic flight manual and in the flight manual
supplements remain applicable.
3 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
The emergency procedures specified in the basic flight manual and in the flight
manual supplements remain applicable.
NOTE
Following an engine failure at light weight, the stabilized NR speed may be
below the audio warning threshold, the pilot can switch off the horn using
the [HORN] pushbutton.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
The normal procedures specified in the basic flight manual and in the flight
manual supplements remain applicable and are completed or modified by the
following:
4.1 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
For rational operation of the aircraft in cold weather and snow, it is
recommended to carry out the following basic operations.
- Remove ice or snow deposits from the whole of the aircraft,
particularly at hinges and dynamic and control components (main rotor,
rotor mast, tail rotor drive and tail rotor, flight controls, engine
controls).
- When the aircraft has been subject to very low temperatures, it is
recommended:
x either to perform regular ground runs every two hours for
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x or to preheat the engine, transmission assemblies and cabin before

takeoff (although it is possible to start the engine and spin the rotor
at temperatures down to – 40°C).
4.2 USE OF BATTERIES FOR STARTING
During long periods on the ground it is recommended to store the

battery in a warm area.
If a ground power unit is not available, startup may be carried out using
the aircraft battery or two aircraft batteries connected in parallel.
The starting envelope is related to the temperature and is indicated in
the following chart.

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4.3 PREFLIGHT CHECK
In addition to the inspections specified in the basic flight Manual,

perform the following operations and inspections:
- Main rotor blades................: Remove snow and ice. If necessary,
remove ice from rotor blades using a
hot air flow at a temperature not
exceeding 80°C.
- Main rotor hub and mast ....: Absence of ice on the swashplates, the
scissors, the servo controls and the
rotor head spring antivibrator.
- Power plant.........................:
• Remove the air intake cover and the
exhaust nozzle blank after removing
snow from the aircraft surface.
• Remove snow and ice accretion in
the vicinity of the air intake and on
either side of the screen.
NOTE • Visually check for snow and ice
It is mandatory to clear the inside the air intake duct.
air intake. • Inspect drains, un-blanked
scuppers; check for snow and ice
on vents and static ports.
- Tail rotor.............................:
• No ice on the TRH assembly
(blades, pitch change rods, ...).
• Manually rotate the tail rotor so
that the main rotor performs one
turn at least then check:
- swashplate rotation (rotor brake
not stuck),
- TRH rotation,
- freewheel operation.

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- Structure............................. :
• Remove the cabin cover once the
inspection is over, to prevent icing.
• Make sure that the windshield
wiper is not stuck on the canopy.
- Flight and Engine controls. :

• Before operating the controls, it is
recommended to heat-up the inside
NOTE of the cabin.
It is not recommended to • Operate the cyclic and tail rotor
operate the cyclic and tail rotor controls progressively, then operate
controls over their complete the rotor brake control, twist grip
travel range. and collective pitch control over
their complete travel.
4.4 RUN-UP CHECK
When the outside air temperature is below –20°C, the run-up check is
modified as follows:
- Hydraulic checks................ :
• Proceed as for normal procedure
and evaluate the loads when
hydraulic switch is set to off.
Complete the checks.
• If operating loads were evaluated
higher than at normal temperatures,
move the cyclic stick 3-4 cm
forward (nose-down) for 2 minutes
to warm up the spherical thrust
bearings.
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- Yaw pedals ........................: Move the pedals over approximately

50% of their travel range on either side
of the mid-position.
4.5 AFTER LAST FLIGHT OF THE DAY

The normal procedures described in the basic flight manual are to be
completed by the following:
- When the rotor stops turning, position the cyclic pitch stick close to
the neutral position and the collective pitch lever locked at full low
pitch, with tail rotor blades in the horizontal position.
- Care must be taken not to leave doors open.
- Install the air intake cover and exhaust nozzle blank.
- When the aircraft is parked in an unsheltered area, it is recommended
to apply anti-icing products and to carry out aircraft blanking and
mooring.
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This procedure is used for training for autorotation landing with full touchdown
or power recovery, with a simulated engine failure or loss of engine power.
In case of engine failure or sudden loss of power, the helicopter will yaw to the
right, some red warnings may come on associated with the Gong audio
warning, the NR will decay and the low NR audio warning will sound if NR
goes below 360 rpm.
The procedure enables engine failure or loss of engine power to be simulated
with the same symptoms by setting the twist grip to the IDLE position. Engine
is thus set to idle.
Twist grip
2 LIMITATIONS
NOTE
Autorotation training shall be conducted within gliding distance of a
suitable running landing area.
NOTE
If necessary, it is possible to quickly turn the twist grip back to the
FLIGHT position at any time and for any NR value.

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
NOTE
No significant N2 transient is expected when switching from IDLE to
FLIGHT position in autorotation configuration (TRQ ~ 0%) as no power
is required from the engine.
4.1 FAILURE SIMULATION
1. Collective pitch .....................................REDUCE power.

2. Twist grip ..............................................IDLE position:
. TWT GRIP
. Gong sounds,
. Engine is set to idle,
. N1 # 68%.
then:
4.2 FULL TOUCHDOWN AUTOROTATION TRAINING PROCEDURE

1. Autorotation procedure ..........................APPLY actions 1 to 10 of the
procedure described in
SECTION 3 paragraph 3.2.1 of
the basic flight manual.
then:
After full stop landing:

2. Collective pitch .....................................REDUCE to full low pitch.
3. Twist grip ..............................................FLIGHT position:
. TWT GRIP
. Rotor speed increases to its
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4.3 POWER RECOVERY AUTOROTATION TRAINING

PROCEDURE
1. Collective pitch .........................APPLY actions 1 to 4 of the
procedure described in SECTION 3
paragraph 3.2.1 of the basic flight
manual.
then:
2. NR..............................................CHECK in green arc.
3. Twist grip...................................FLIGHT position:
. TWT GRP
. N2 increases to its governed value.
4. Collective pitch .........................CONTROL to maintain NR
in green range.
5. Cyclic.........................................FLARE.
x At 20 - 25 ft (6/8 m) and at constant attitude
6. Collective pitch..........................GRADUALLY INCREASE

forward speed.
7. Cyclic.........................................FORWARD slightly
to adopt a landing attitude.
8. Pedal ..........................................ADJUST
to cancel any side-slip tendency.
9. Collective pitch..........................INCREASE as necessary.
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This procedure allows hydraulic failure training for an AS350 equipped with
a single hydraulic system.
In case of loss of hydraulic pressure: HYDR comes on and "Gong" sounds,
the hydraulic pressure accumulators allow sufficient time to reach the
recommended safety speed of 60 kt (111 km/h), then the pilot must switch
OFF the hydraulic cut-off switch on the collective grip and apply the
emergency procedure.
2 LIMITATIONS
The emergency procedures specified in the basic flight manual and in the
flight manual supplements remain applicable.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
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4.1 FAILURE SIMULATION

NOTE
If necessary during the training exercise, hydraulic assistance can be
recovered immediately by setting [ACCU TST] pushbutton in OFF
position and by setting the hydraulic cut-off switch to ON.
CAUTION
If the [ACCU TST] pushbutton on the console is not reset, no hydraulic
assistance can be restored.
As control loads increase, be careful not to inadvertently move the twist
grip out of FLIGHT position.
Do not hover or taxi without hydraulic assistance.
In steady cruise flight, depressing the [ACCU TST] pushbutton (1) on the
SCU produces the same effects as an actual failure:
x The hydraulic pump pressure is by-passed,
x The main rotor accumulators give hydraulic assistance for a limited time,
x Pedal control loads increase immediately.
ACCU TST
Hydraulic
cut-off switch 2
Figure 1: Hydraulic system controls

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4.2 TRAINING PROCEDURE
x In steady flight conditions:
1. Instructor ..............................Press [ACCU TST] pushbutton:

- HYDR flashes + Gong sounds.
2. Trainee..................................Reduce collective pitch, set airspeed to

between 40 and 60 KIAS (74 and 111
km/h), safety speed.
x Once safety speed reached:
3. Trainee..................................Switch OFF the hydraulic cut-off switch

on the collective grip:
- control loads are increased.
4. Instructor ..............................Reset [ACCU TST] to OFF position

5. Trainee..................................Apply the appropriate emergency
procedure (HYDR ) SECTION 3.6.3 of
the basic flight manual.
Make a low speed running landing,
without hovering, into wind.
x After landing:
6. Trainee..................................Reset hydraulic cut-off switch to ON to

restore hydraulic assistance before
subsequent takeoff or hovering flight.
Check HYDR within 3 sec.

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"CARGO SLING"
750 kg (1660 lb)
"BREEZE EASTERN"
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The “CARGO SLING” external load installation (Figure 1) is composed of:
- A "BREEZE EASTERN" release unit and hook assembly (4)

(P/N 17149-1) equipped with a load sensor unit (5) allowing:
. electrical hook opening,
. mechanical hook opening.
- A load indicator (1) with lighting (3), on the RH door pillar, with a zero
setting control (2).
Figure 1: Cargo sling components
- A control system for the pilot (figure 2), including:

. a [SLING] pushbutton (4) located on the SCU (1), for powering-on the
installation,
. a release control (3) on the cyclic stick (electrical mode),
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Figure 2: Cargo sling controls
2 LIMITATIONS
supplements remain applicable and are completed or modified by the
following:
2.1 WEIGHT LIMITATION

- Maximum authorised sling load weight:..................750 kg (1660 lb).
- Maximum all up weight with an external load: .......2800 kg (6173 lb)
or maximum authorised all up weight allowing hovering flight out
of ground effect (the lowest of the two values).
CAUTION
The minimum and maximum weight without external load remains

limited to the minimum and maximum weight specified in the
limitations section of the basic flight manual.

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2.2 LONGITUDINAL CG
With an external load, the longitudinal limits are defined according to the
weight as per the graph below.
2.3 AIRSPEED LIMITATION

- Absolute maximum permissible
indicated airspeed with external load ................. 80 kt (148 km/h).
NOTE
The pilot is responsible for determining the limit speed according to the
load and sling length. Particular care must be exercised when bulky
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2.4 OPERATING LIMITATION

Class of approved aircraft/load combination: B, "Single point
suspension external load airborne". This means carriage of external
loads, which are jettisonable and lifted free of land or water during
rotorcraft operations.
Flying with an unballasted sling cable or empty net is prohibited.
The external loads are limited to non-human loads only.
An instruction placard in the cockpit indicates:
CARRYING OF EXTERNAL LOADS
CLASS OF APPROVED AIRCRAFT/LOAD COMBINATION : B.

WHEN EXTERNAL LOADS ARE CARRIED, NO PERSON MAY BE
CARRIED UNLESS :
- HE IS A FLIGHT CREW MEMBER ;
- HE IS A FLIGHT CREW MEMBER TRAINEE ; OR
- HE PERFORMS AN ESSENTIAL FUNCTION IN CONNECTION
WITH THE EXTERNAL-LOAD OPERATION.
OR
EMPORT DE CHARGES EXTERNES
CLASSE DE COMBINAISONS GIRAVION-CHARGE APPROUVEE : B

AUCUNE PERSONNE NE PEUT ETRE TRANSPORTEE A MOINS DE :
- ETRE UN DES MEMBRES DE L'EQUIPAGE
- SUIVRE UN COURS DE FORMATION EN TANT QUE MEMBRE
D'EQUIPAGE OU
- REMPLIR UNE FONCTION ESSENTIELLE AYANT TRAIT A
L'UTILISATION DU GIRAVION AVEC CHARGE EXTERIEURE.
Two placards visible to the ground operator and located on the lower
fairing near to the hook indicate:
- The maximum sling load,
- The cargo hook rigging.

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Figure 3: Cargo hook rigging placard

following:
3.1 ENGINE FAILURE WITH EXTERNAL LOAD
- IN CRUISE FLIGHT
1. Autorotation procedure .................. APPLY.
2. External load .................................. RELEASE as soon as possible.
- IN HOVER
1. Collective pitch. ............................. REDUCE according to the height.
2. External load .................................. RELEASE as soon as possible.
3. Pedals ............................................. Control yaw.
4. Cyclic ............................................. Forward to gain forward
speed according to the height.
5. Collective pitch .............................. INCREASE as needed to cushion
touch-down.
NOTE
In case of a failure during the hooking phase, the pilot shall move the
aircraft away to the right. Ground personnel are to be forewarned
that in the event of an engine failure they have to move away to the
left of the helicopter.
3.2 ELECTRICAL LOAD JETTISONING FAILURE

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
- Carrying heavy loads is a delicate operation due to the possible effects of a
swinging load on the flight behavior of the helicopter. Consequently, pilots
are advised to train with gradually increasing sling loads before undertaking
heavy or bulky load carrying operations.
- The length of the sling cable must be determined in accordance with the type
of mission. To carry a compact load, it is recommended to use the shortest
possible cable.
CAUTION
- For permissible load attachment ring size refer to the "Operational Tips"
section of this Flight Manual.
WARNING
THE USE OF A LOAD ATTACHMENT RING WITH INCORRECT
DIMENSIONS MAY LEAD TO LOSS OR JAMMING OF THE LOAD.
WARNING
IN WET WEATHER, THE OPERATORS HANDLING THE HOOK
AND LOADS SHOULD WEAR THICK RUBBER GLOVES.
DISCHARGE STATIC ELECTRICITY BY PLACING AN
ELECTRICAL CONDUCTOR CABLE OR TUBE BETWEEN THE
GROUND AND THE CARGO RELEASE UNIT (HOOK).
4.1 CHECK OF THE INSTALLATION
. [SLING] ........................................................................... ON.

. Load indicator ................................................................. ZERO.
. Correct opening of the hook (both in
electrical and mechanical control modes)....................... CHECK.
. Rotation of the retaining latch ........................................ FREE.
. Operation of the retaining latch return spring ................ CHECK.

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4.2 TAKE OFF CHECK AND PROCEDURE WITH EXTERNAL LOAD

1. External load ............................... HOOK and SECURE.
2. Collective .................................... Increase very smoothly while
maintaining the aircraft vertically
above the load.
3. Cables tightened .......................... Dwell briefly before raising the load.
4. Lift the load ................................. Vertically.
5. Load indication ........................... CHECK.
6. Take-off path............................... ADJUST to adopt an immediate
forward climb attitude.
7. All parameters ............................. CHECK.
4.3 MANEUVERS
All control movements should be made very smoothly, with very gradual
acceleration and deceleration, and only slightly banked turns.
4.4 APPROACH AND LANDING WITH EXTERNAL LOAD

Perform approach at minimum rate of descent.
- Establish zero translational ground speed sufficiently high to ensure that
the load is not dragged along the ground.
- Then descend vertically until the load is set on the ground.
- Load ............................................... RELEASE.
- Load release ................................... CHECK.
- All parameters................................ CHECK.
NOTE
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When no external load is carried on the hook, the performance data specified in
the basic flight manual and in the flight manual supplements remain applicable.
- Hover out of ground effect performance is shown in figure 5-6 of the basic
flight manual.
- Hover and climb performance may be affected when carrying bulky loads.

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The “CARGO SWING” external load installation (figure 1) is composed of:
- A suspended pyramid frame (5) equipped with a free rotation hook

“SIREN” release unit (4) (P/N AS21-5-7) allowing:
. electrical cargo hook opening,
. mechanical cargo hook opening.
- A load indicator, on the RH door pillar, with an indicator test

pushbutton (1), a zero setting control (2) and a load-on indicator (3).
3
5
1 2 4
Figure 1: Cargo swing components

installation,
. a release handle (2) located under the collective lever (mechanical
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Figure 2: Cargo swing controls
2 LIMITATIONS
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- Maximum authorized swing load weight:................1400 kg (3086 lb).
or maximum authorized all up weight allowing hovering flight out of
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Class of approved aircraft/load combination: B, "Single point suspension
external load airborne". This means carriage of external loads, which are
jettisonable and lifted free of land or water during rotorcraft operations.
CLASS OF APPROVED AIRCRAFT/LOAD COMBINATION: B.

CARRIED UNLESS:
- HE IS A FLIGHT CREW MEMBER;
- HE IS A FLIGHT CREW MEMBER TRAINEE; OR
OR

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Two placards visible to the ground operator and located on the lower fairing
near to the hook indicate:

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The emergency procedures specified in the basic flight manual and in
the flight manual supplements remain applicable and are completed or
modified by the following:
- IN CRUISE FLIGHT
1. Autorotation procedure ................... APPLY.
2. External load ................................... RELEASE as soon as possible.
- IN HOVER
1. Collective pitch. .............................. REDUCE according to the height.
3. Pedals .............................................. CONTROL yaw.
4. Cyclic .............................................. FORWARD to gain forward
.......................................................... speed according to the height.
5. Collective pitch ............................... INCREASE as needed to
cushion touch-down.
NOTE
In case of a failure during the hooking phase, the pilot shall
move the aircraft away to the right. Ground personnel are to be
forewarned that in the event of an engine failure they have to
move away to the left of the helicopter.
Collective pitch mechanical release ...... ACTUATE

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3.3 LOAD INDICATOR FAILURE

If the LD ON light comes on or goes out in an untimely manner:
- IN HOVER, during hooking or unhooking phase:
- Load...........................................RELEASE through electrical control.
- LD ON ......................................CHECK light status.
NO CHANGE STATUS CHANGE
ABORT MISSION CONTINUE FLIGHT
- IN CRUISE FLIGHT
Perform a precautionary approach on the nearest helipad, then apply
previous "IN HOVER" procedure.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
are advised to train with gradually increasing sling loads before
undertaking heavy or bulky load carrying operations.
- The length of the sling cable must be determined in accordance with the
type of mission. To carry a compact load, it is recommended to use the
shortest possible cable.
CAUTION
section of this flight manual.
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- [SLING] .............................................................ON,
On the load indicator:
- LD ON .............................................................CHECK LD ON ,
- [ZERO] ..............................................................PRESS, 0 is displayed,
- [TEST] ...............................................................PRESS,
The test sequence is started; each display lasts for about 3 sec.,
followed by no display for approx. 3 sec.
. display of :
. display of the "calibration" value. This value should be the same as
the one engraved on the transmitter fitted between the helicopter
and the hook.
. display of ZERO offset (this value is the total offset which has been
previously tared out by use of [ZERO]).
. display of two values separated by a dash: the first value, between 0
and 3, shows the filter selected and the second value shows the
logic programmed in the computer.
Cargo swing check:

- Correct opening of the hook (both in
electrical and mechanical control modes) ........CHECK,
- Rotation of the retaining latch ..........................FREE,
- Operation of the
retaining latch return spring..............................CHECK.

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LOAD
1. External load.................................. HOOK AND SECURE.
2. Collective....................................... INCREASE very smoothly
while maintaining the aircraft
vertically above the load.
3. Cables tightened ............................ Dwell briefly before raising
the load.
4. Lift the load.................................... Vertically.
5. Load indication .............................. CHECK LD ON .
6. Take-off path ................................. ADJUST to adopt an immediate
7. All parameters................................ CHECK.
4.3 MANEUVERS
All control movements should be made very gently, with very gradual
- Perform approach at minimum rate of descent.

- Establish zero translational ground speed sufficiently high to ensure
that the load is not dragged along the ground.
- Then descend vertically until the load is on the ground.
- Load.................................................. RELEASE.
- Effective load release ....................... CHECK LD ON .
- All parameters .................................. CHECK.
NOTE

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When no external load is carried on the hook, the performance data specified
in the basic flight manual and in the flight manual supplements remain
applicable.
- Hover out of ground effect performance is shown in Figure 5-6 of the basic
flight manual.

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- A suspended pyramid frame (5) equipped with a fixed rotation hook

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- A load indicator, on the RH door pillar, with an indicator test

pushbutton (1), a zero setting control (2) and a load-on indicator (3).
1 2 4

installation,
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flight manual supplements remain applicable and are completed or
- IN CRUISE FLIGHT
- IN HOVER
cushion touch-down.
NOTE
In case of a failure during the hooking phase, the pilot shall move
the aircraft away to the right. Ground personnel are to be
forewarned that in the event of an engine failure they have to move
away to the left of the helicopter.

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3.3 LOAD INDICATOR FAILURE

If the LD ON light comes on or goes out in an untimely manner:
- IN HOVER, during hooking or unhooking phase:
- Load...........................................RELEASE through electrical control.
- LD ON ......................................CHECK light status.
NO CHANGE STATUS CHANGE
ABORT MISSION CONTINUE FLIGHT
- IN CRUISE FLIGHT
Perform a precautionary approach on the nearest helipad, then apply
previous "IN HOVER" procedure.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
are advised to train with gradually increasing sling loads before
CAUTION
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- [SLING] .............................................................ON.
- LD ON .............................................................CHECK LD ON .
- [ZERO] ..............................................................PRESS, 0 is displayed.
- [TEST] ...............................................................PRESS.
. display of :
and the hook.
Cargo swing check:

- Correct opening of the hook (both in
electrical and mechanical control modes) ........CHECK.
- Rotation of the retaining latch ..........................FREE.
- Operation of the
retaining latch return spring..............................CHECK.

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4.2 TAKEOFF CHECK AND PROCEDURE WITH EXTERNAL

LOAD
1. External load.................................. HOOK AND SECURE.
2. Collective....................................... INCREASE very smoothly
3. Cables tightened ............................ Dwell briefly before raising
the load.
4. Lift the load.................................... Vertically.
5. Load indication .............................. CHECK LD ON .
6. Take-off path ................................. ADJUST to adopt an immediate
7. All parameters................................ CHECK.
4.3 MANEUVERS

- Load.................................................. RELEASE.
- Effective load release ....................... CHECK LD ON .
NOTE

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When no external load is carried on the hook, the performance data specified
in the basic flight manual and in the flight manual supplements remain
applicable.
- Hover out of ground effect performance is shown in Figure 5-6 of the
basic flight manual.

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- A suspended pyramid frame (6) held by two elastic straps (7) equipped
with a bumper ring (P/N: 232-155-00) (5) and an “ON-BOARD” release
unit (P/N 528-023-51) (4) allowing:
- A load indicator, on the RH door pillar, with an indicator test pushbutton

(1), a zero setting control (2) and a display window (3).
3
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installation,
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2 LIMITATIONS
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- Maximum all up weight with an external load: .......2800 kg (6173 lb) or
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flight manual supplements remain applicable and are completed or
- IN CRUISE FLIGHT
- IN HOVER
cushion touch-down.
NOTE
In case of a failure during the hooking phase, the pilot shall
move the aircraft away to the right. Ground personnel are to be
forewarned that in the event of an engine failure they have to
move away to the left of the helicopter.

Collective pitch mechanical release ...... ACTUATE

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
manual supplements remain applicable and are completed or modified by
the following:
- Carrying heavy loads is a delicate operation due to the possible effects of
a swinging load on the flight behavior of the helicopter. Consequently,
pilots are advised to train with gradually increasing sling loads before
CAUTION
WARNING
THE USE OF A LOAD ATTACHMENT RING WITH
INCORRECT DIMENSIONS MAY LEAD TO LOSS OR
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- [SLING] ............................................. ON.
- [ZERO] .............................................. PRESS, 0 is displayed.
- [TEST] ............................................... PRESS.
. display of
and the hook.
Cargo swing check:

- Correct opening of the hook (both
in electrical and mechanical
control modes) .................................. CHECK.
4.2 TAKEOFF CHECK AND PROCEDURE WITH

EXTERNAL LOAD
1. External load .................................. HOOK AND SECURE.
2. Collective ....................................... INCREASE very smoothly
3. Cables tightened ............................. Dwell briefly before raising
the load.
4. Lift the load .................................... Vertically.
5. Load indication .............................. CHECK.
6. Take-off path.................................. ADJUST to adopt an immediate
7. All parameters ................................ CHECK.

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4.3 MANEUVERS

- Load.................................................. RELEASE.
- Effective load release ....................... CHECK.
NOTE
5 PERFORMANCE
When no external load is carried on the hook, the performance data
specified in the basic flight manual and in the flight manual supplements
remain applicable.
- Hover out of ground effect performance is shown in Figure 5-6 of the
basic flight manual.
- Hover and climb performance may be affected when carrying bulky
loads.

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The sand filter installation is intended to protect the engine from sand
ingestion, during hovering flight or when flying in sand-laden atmosphere.
This installation is also designed to protect the air intake against any potential
ingestion of snow in flight in falling snow.
The installation consists essentially of:
- A filter fitted on the engine air intake, below the ice protection screen.
- A P2 air pressure supply system.
- An electrical control and monitoring system.
During engine operation, the ambient air flows through separator tubes which
constitute the filter. The filtered air is forced towards the engine air intake.
The sand is evacuated by scavenge tubes ventilated by P2 air.
The electrical circuit supplies an electric valve via [SAND FILT] push-button
on the SCU. Opening and closing of the P2 air pressure circuit is controlled
by an electric valve. A P 2 m e s s a g e on the FLI display of the VEMD
indicates that the electric valve is fully opened.
The electrical circuit is protected by the SAND FILT breaker on the console
side breaker panel.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
- The heating and demisting systems must be switched off when P 2 ON,
- P2 OFF when visible moisture and OAT < 0°C,
- Flight in falling snow is permitted when P 2 OFF.

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flight manual supplements remain applicable and are completed or modified
by the following:
VEMD CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
P2 Remains off.
Avoid flying the helicopter in sandy atmosphere.
The " P2 " air valve
fails to open.
P2 Remains on. CONTINUE FLIGHT
The " P2 " air valve CAUTION

fails to close.
Observe the limitations given in SECTION 2
of this supplement concerning the use of P2.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
- Exterior checks:
x Air intake screen ...................................... Check no ice or snow.
x ENG cowling ........................................... OPEN.
x Air intake and filter ................................. Check no ice, snow or water.
x ENG cowling ........................................... CLOSED.
- Checks before starting the engine:
x [SAND-FILT]............................................. ON.
( P2 on VEMD).
x [SAND-FILT]............................................. OFF.
( P2 on VEMD).

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- Flying in sandy atmosphere:

x heating and demisting systems ................... OFF.
x [SAND-FILT] ............................................... ON.
( P2 appears on VEMD)
5 PERFORMANCE
following:
5.1 ENGINE HEALTH CHECK

- FADEC engine health check
x [SAND-FILT]........................................ OFF.
NOTE
The FADEC automatically takes into account the presence of the
sand filter.
- Manual procedure
x [SAND-FILT]........................................ OFF.
Refer to engine health check charts Figure 1 and 2 of this supplement.
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The SFIM 85 T 31 three-axis Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) is
intended to hold the attitudes (pitch, roll, yaw) and heading set by the pilot.
Additional modes:
- A/S : holds present airspeed.
- ALT : holds present pressure altitude.
- HDG : acquires and holds the heading selected on the HSI.
- T/C : automatic yaw/roll co-ordination during turns.
1.1 Description of installation

The AFCS or autopilot (AP) system includes the following items:
- An AFCS computer linked to following sensors:
. Vertical gyro
. Horizontal Situation Indicator (HSI)
. Directional gyro and flux valve
. Air data unit
. Yaw pedal displacement detector
. Lateral accelerometer (sideslip detector)
Figure 1: AFCS system components.

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- A yaw pedal friction adjustment system (in front of RH pilot's yaw

pedals).
- Three series actuators (one per channel) associated with three
galvanometers with "channel disengaged" indicator light:
Figure 2: Series actuator galvanometers (on instrument panel).
- Two parallel trim actuators (on pitch and roll channels) associated
with the artificial load release system (trim release function):
PITCH TRIM ROLL TRIM TRIM REL
Figure 3: Trim control pushbuttons (on SCU and cyclic grip).
- An AFCS warning and monitoring panel:
Figure 4: AFCS warning and monitoring panel (on instrument panel).

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- A failure monitoring unit:

This module monitors the operation of the pitch and roll channels at
different levels by comparison of the output data from the vertical
gyro and the instrument panel gyro horizon:
x attitude sensors
x control input generating system
x control actuators
In case of discrepancy or abnormal operation, this unit warns the
pilot and disengages the faulty channel. The monitoring unit is
automatically switched on as soon as one pitch or roll channel is
engaged.
- A control panel:
[P] ............. : pitch channel engage pushbutton

[R] ............. : roll channel engage pushbutton
[Y] ............. : yaw channel engage pushbutton
[ALT]......... : altitude hold engage pushbutton
[A/S].......... : airspeed hold engage pushbutton
[HDG]........ : selected heading engage pushbutton
[T/C].......... : coordinated turn engage pushbutton
[MONIT] .... : failure monitoring unit and AP disengage pushbutton
(When channel is engaged, a green ON appears on the pushbutton)
Figure 5: AFCS control panel
- A static inverter (115 and 26 VAC, 400 Hz) for AC power supply.

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2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 AFCS ENGAGEMENT
- When the aircraft is on ground, the AFCS must be disengaged except
if checks are to be performed.
- Do not engage the AFCS before takeoff if trim test is not
satisfactory.
2.2 HEIGHT LIMITATION
- Minimum height for AFCS hands-off operation: 400 ft (120 m).
by the following:
3.1 UNCOMMANDED AFCS INPUTS
If jerks or sudden movements independent of air turbulence are felt
during the flight with the AFCS engaged:
- AFCS ....................................... Disengage
Anomaly disappears:
YES NO
- AFCS .Re-engage channels one at a time.
Faulty channel identified AFCS not faulty
- AFCS .Disengage faulty channel Re-engage AFCS if required.

re-engage other channels
as required.
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3.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURE

- Apply hydraulic failure procedure (refer to SECTION 3).
- Disengage AFCS.
3.3 VERTICAL GYRO, GYRO HORIZON OR MONITORING UNIT

FAILURE
WARNING CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
x Automatic disengagement of:

Flashing for 10 sec. . pitch channel,
+ . roll channel,
. monitoring unit.
or/and Cyclic and collective controls.............HANDS ON.

flag on gyro horizon.
+ - HDG, ALT and A/S modes are inoperative.
[ P ], [ R ], [ MONIT ] - Yaw channel remains operative.
pushbutton lights go out
+
lights on. CONTINUE FLIGHT
P R
Monitoring unit failure.
3.4 HARDOVER
Controls................................................HANDS ON.
Flashing for 10 sec. NOTE
+ Power reduction may be required to comply
Automatic disengagement with the limitations.
of faulty channel.
Hardover to the faulty
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3.5. GYRO-COMPASS FAILURE:

x Automatic disengagement of:
. yaw channel,
Flashing for 10 sec. . selected HDG function.
+
HDG flag on HSI Pedals ...............................FEET ON.
+ - Yaw control by the pilot.
[ Y ] and [ T/C ] pushbutton - HDG mode and yaw channel are inoperative.
lights go off - Pitch and roll channel remain operative.
+
light comes on
Y
+ CONTINUE FLIGHT
[HDG] pushbutton +
lights go off (if HDG
engaged).
3.6. TRIM FAILURE:
Controls ..........................HANDS ON.
Trim release (on cyclic)...Press momentarily while:
Comes on for 10 sec.
Depending on trim failure:
+
Automatic disengagement - PITCH-TRIM
of faulty trim.
PRESS, to deactivate the faulty
trim channel.
ROLL-TRIM
Before auto disengagement, -

cyclic tends to move in
AFCS ...............................Re-engage.
direction of the failure.
NOTE
The AFCS continues to operate without the faulty
channel being trimmed.
Faulty channel
galvanometer ....................Re-trim with cyclic trim
release button.
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3.7. ARTIFICIAL LOAD SYSTEM SEIZURE:
Cyclic trim release.................... PRESS.

Cyclic stick seizure. Seizure disappears.
NO YES
One parallel trim actuator
is seized. ................
TRIM REL PRESS.
On corresponding cyclic channel…….Apply a load of

10 kg (22 lb) to break the trim mechanical shear
device.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
3.8. ELECTRICAL POWER SUPPLY FAILURE:

3.8.1. AC power supply failure

x Automatic disengagement of AFCS.
Controls..................................... HANDS ON.
Flashing for 10 sec.
................................... Check ON.
+ INV
INV
YES NO
AC power failure. ….... ... PRESS.

INV
CONTINUE FLIGHT
3.8.2. Complete electrical power supply failure

In the event of total power supply failure, AFCS disengages
automatically and cannot be re-engaged.

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4. NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
4.1. RUN-UP CHECK:

ADD:
1. …... Check in OFF position.
2. Cyclic friction .......................... Un-tightened.

3. Yaw pedal friction ................... Tightened.
4. INV ...................................... ON INV .
5. HSI ........................................... No HDG flag.

6. Gyro horizon(s)........................ No flag.
4.1.1. AFCS test:

1. Test selector switch
set to "0" .......................All AFCS lights OFF.
2. [W/L TST] ...................PRESS, check:
x Warning and monitoring panel
lights ON.
x AFCS control panel lights ON.
3. Pitch, roll, yaw channels Engage:
x [ P ], [ R ], [ Y ] and [MONIT]
Check: ON .
x galvanometer lights OFF.
4. Cyclic beep trim ........ Check operation in the 4 directions
and that relevant galvanometer
pointer direction changes.
5. AFCS ......................... Switch OFF via pilot's cyclic.
flashes for 10 sec., then .
6. Repeat (3.) to (5.) for copilot's cyclic (if installed).

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4.1.2. Monitoring unit failure test:

x Pitch channel test:
1. Pitch channel ..............Engage:
[ P ], [MONIT], check ON .
2. Cyclic beep trim ........Actuate in pitch:
x cyclic moves in relevant direction.
3. Test selector switch ....Set to "MONIT":
(Fig. 4) light on.
x flashes for 10 sec., then
x ,
x cyclic stops moving,
x galvanometers re-center, light
comes on.
x [MONIT] ON light flashes then
goes off.
x [ P ] pushbutton check ON .
4. Test selector switch ....Set to "0", check .
x Roll channel test:
Same procedure as pitch channel.
4.1.3. Trim test:
CAUTION
Do not operate the AFCS if trim light does not
come on or remains on during trim tests.
x Pitch channel test:
1. Pitch channel ..............Engage:
[ P ], [MONIT] check ON .
2. Test selector switch ....Set to "TRIM":
(Fig. 4) light on.
x lights up after 2 sec. delay

then,
x cyclic moves backward
alternately with light flashing.
.
3. Test selector switch ....Set to "0", check .
4. Pitch channel ..............Disengage:
x [ P ] pushbutton, check ON .

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x Roll channel test:

Same procedure as pitch channel with left cyclic movements
during test.
4.2. BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK:

ADD:
CAUTION
Do not keep the AFCS on with helicopter on the ground as trim

may unwind, thus causing the cyclic stick to move up to the stops.
- Pitch, roll, yaw channels ......... Engage:

x [ P ], [ R ], [ Y ] and [MONIT]
check ON .
x galvanometer lights OFF.
- Test selector switch.................. Check set to "0".
4.3. IN FLIGHT AFCS OPERATION:
4.3.1. Basic modes:

Pitch, roll, yaw and turn coordination: [ P ], [ R ], [ Y ], [T/C]
engaged.
4.3.1.1. Pitch and roll channel flying modes:
- "Hands Off " ...................... AFCS holds attitudes.
- Cyclic stick trim released .. AFCS operates as a damper.
- Through artificial loads ..... Trim actuators are inhibited,
series actuators counteract
within limits of their authority.
- Through cyclic beep trim... Attitude reference is changed.

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4.3.1.2 Yaw channel flying modes:

- "Feet Off " ............................AFCS holds present heading
within its authority.
- Operating yaw pedals ...........Heading reference is altered.
- Heading change ....................Pilot must bring the helicopter
to the desired heading, when
rate of turn is < 1.5 °/sec.,
present heading is captured.
Then the pilot may fly "feet
off" so that yaw channel can
hold new heading.
4.3.1.3 Coordinated turns, T/C mode:
MODE OPERATING ENVELOPE

T/C
- Airspeed greater than 50 KIAS (92 km/h – 57 MPH)
Yaw channel
- Angle of bank > 7°.
coordinates the turn.

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MODE OPERATING ENVELOPE

HDG
HSI selected heading
- Airspeed greater than 50 KIAS (92 km/h - 57 MPH).
capture and hold via roll
channel
ALT
- Airspeed greater than 60 KIAS (111 km/h – 69 MPH).
Altitude hold via pitch
- Engagement with ROC < 1000 ft/min.
channel
A/S
Airspeed hold via pitch - Airspeed greater than 50 KIAS (92 km/h - 57 MPH).
channel
4.4 AFTER LANDING

Disengage AFCS via the cyclic stick AFCS OFF pushbutton.
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The emergency floatation gear is approved for emergency use (not for ditching
according to JAR / FAR 27) i. e. to aid in keeping the rotorcraft sufficiently
upright and in adequate trim to permit safe and orderly evacuation in case of
emergency alighting on water.
The emergency floatation gear consists of a landing gear assembly fitted with:
- two floatation units mounted parallel along each skid of the aircraft (1).
- a system for inflating the floats from 2 cylinders (one for each float) (2). The
cylinders are fitted with a pressure indicator.
- an electrical control system with a >FLOAT ARM@ pushbutton (4) on the SCU
to arm the system.
- a >FLOAT FIRE@ pushbutton under guard (3) on the collective grip.
1 2
4 3
FLOAT ARM
Figure 1: Emergency floatation gear

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2 LIMITATIONS
following:
- Minimum weight with OAT < 0°C: 1480 kg (3263 lb) to comply with the
minimum rotor rpm in case of engine failure.
- Emergency floatation gear stowed - system armed or floats inflated:
x maximum indicated airspeed, power on: 135 kt (250 km/h)
x maximum indicated airspeed, with Torque < 40 %: 100 kt (185 km/h)
- Maximum altitude for float inflation: 6600 ft (2000 m).
- When flying at less than 400 ft (122 m) above water, the emergency
floatation gear must always be armed.
- The limit values for the pressure in the inflation cylinder, provided by the
following tables, are applicable if the flight requires the emergency
floatation gear to be armed.
NOTE
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3. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
by the following:
x With >FLOAT ARM@ set to arm:
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
x Float inflation not possible.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Flight path should remain within gliding distance
from the land.
Floatation system
failure
x Float inflation remains possible for both
floatation units:
CONTINUE FLIGHT
Or
x INFLATION PROCEDURE
In the event of engine failure or other urgent requirement to alight on water,
check the rotor speed then apply the following procedure:
>FLOAT ARM@ .......................................................ON.
>FLOAT ARM@ lights 1 and 2 ................................CHECK ON.
>FLOAT FIRE@ under guard on collective grip .....PRESS (recommended
firing IAS: below 80 kt -
148 km/h).
NOTE
A deceleration with a pitch down movement can occur when inflating
the floatation gear at a speed greater than 80 KIAS (148 km/h).

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x AUTORATION PROCEDURE OVER WATER WITH

EMERGENCY FLOATATION GEAR
1. Collective pitch................................ REDUCE

2. IAS.................................................... Vy.
x If relighting impossible or after tail rotor failure.

3. Starting selector ................................ OFF position.
4. Maneuver to head the aircraft equally between the wind and wave
direction on final approach.
5. Cyclic................................................ Flare.
x At 20-25 ft (6/8 m) at constant attitude

6. Collective pitch................................. GRADUALLY INCREASE
forward speed.
7. Cyclic................................................ FORWARD slightly
to adopt attitude of 10° nose-up
and a forward speed less than 10 kt
(19 km/h) on touch-down.
8. Pedals................................................ ADJUST
to cancel any side-slip tendency.
9. Collective pitch................................. INCREASE
to cushion touch down with
minimum speed.
x After touch-down
10. Collective pitch................................ Gradually decrease to fully down.
11. Rotor brake ...................................... APPLY.
12. Evacuate aircraft once the rotor has stopped.

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CAUTION
When the helicopter is afloat, the forward doors must be opened by

actuating the door jettison handles.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURE
following:
- Exterior check:
x Floatation units ................................................... LOCK in the
lowered position.
x Protective covers condition ................................ CHECK.
x Pressure in the two inflation cylinders ............... CHECK.
NOTE
The placard located adjacent to the cylinder provides the limit values.
- Interior check:
x Arming of the emergency floatation gear:
>FLOAT ARM@ ..................................................... ON.
>FLOAT ARM@ lights 1 and 2 .............................. CHECK ON.
x Disarming the emergency floatation gear:

>FLOAT ARM@ ..................................................... RESET in OFF position.
>FLOAT ARM@ lights 1 and 2 .............................. CHECK OFF.
5 PERFORMANCE
following:
- The rate of climb must be reduced by 50 ft/min (0.25 m/s) (SECTION 5.1
Regulatory Performance) at Vy.
- The cruising speed is reduced by approximately 2 kt (3.7 km/h) (SECTION
5.2 Complementary Performance).

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ELECTRIC HOIST
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The hoist installation is designed to raise or lower on board loads while the
aircraft is hovering.
The helicopter can be fitted with either of the following two electric hoists:
x "Breeze" BL 16600
x "Air Equipment" 76370
1.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE INSTALLATION
The hoist installation comprises:
- a pivoting jib (2) equipped with a locking device (3) (ferrying and
hoisting position), mounted on the port side of the helicopter,
- a hoist (1) driven by a constant speed electric motor and fitted with:
x a 33.5 m (110 ft) cable for the Breeze hoist,
x a 40 m (130 ft) cable for the Air Equipment hoist.
- a snap hook mounted on a pulley-block tackle (if available) (6),
- an electrical power supply circuit,
- two cable protectors (8) secured to the LH landing gear skid,
- a hand cable cutter stowed on the rear wall allows the hoist operator
to sever the cable, if necessary,
- an "Up travel limit" detector which switches off the electrical power
supply when the hook is fully up,
- a "Down travel limit" detector which cuts off the electrical power
supply when 4 m of cable are left on the drum,
- a mechanical safety pin stopping the hoist drum when 3 m of cable
are left in case of electrical "Down travel limit" failure.
The electrical system is protected by:
- one 100 A fuse located in the Electrical Master Box,
- one 60 A breaker located on the aft wall (4) near the hoist operator's
grip support, these two first fuse or circuit breaker supply the hoist,
- two 2.5 A breakers protecting the “emergency cable cutter” circuit,
- one 2.5 A breaker protecting the "up-down" circuit.
NOTE
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Figure 1: Hoist controls
x Controls available to the pilot:

- a [HOIST] pushbutton (9) located on the SCU is used for
switching on the installation.
- a cable shear guarded pushbutton located on the collective
pitch lever which is used to sever the hoist cable in case of an
emergency.

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x Controls and indicators available to the hoist operator:

- a rocker switch (7) on the hoist operator's control grip used to
raise, lower or stop the cable.
- one green light on the hoist for "Hoist moving UP"
- one red light on the hoist for "UP limit" microswitch test.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 MINIMUM CREW

One pilot and one hoist operator.

Maximum permissible load on hoist cable: 136 kg (300 lb).
2.3 OPERATING LIMITATIONS

x Air Equipment hoist:
- to avoid overheating of hoist motor, never exceed 6 consecutive
hoisting operations plus one descent with maximum load, and
maximum cable reel-out or equivalent.
x Breeze hoist:
- after each operation (lowering or raising), wait 30 sec.
NOTE
After 3 complete cycles (one descent at max. load, the two following
descents with no load, combined with three raising operations at
max. load) it is recommended to stop the hoist for 40 min.
2.4 HAND CABLE CUTTER

A hand operated cable cutter must be readily available to the hoist
operator.
2.5 LANDING
Landing with a load suspended on the hoist cable is forbidden.

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by the following:
3.1 HOIST FAILURE
According to the load carried and the circumstances, the crew can
either:
- manually pull the cable inside the aircraft if possible or,
- cut the cable or,
- return to base while slightly inclining the hoist cable, with a VNE of
60 KIAS (111 km/h).
3.2 ENGINE FAILURE

- IN HOVER:
1. Collective pitch.............................REDUCE according to the
height.
2. Load ..............................................RELEASE as soon as possible
(Emergency cable-shearing
pushbutton on collective grip)
3. Pedals ............................................Control yaw.
4. Cyclic ............................................Forward to gain forward
speed according to the height
5. Collective pitch.............................INCREASE as necessary to
cushion touch-down
NOTE
In case of an engine failure during a hoisting phase, the pilot
should move away to the right. Ground crew if any must be
forewarned that in the event of engine failure they must escape to
the left of the helicopter.
3.3 ICS FAILURE

According to the circumstances:
- Complete present hoisting operation,
- Abort hoisting mission.

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
4.1 EXTERIOR CHECK
ADD:
- Cable protectors on landing gear........ Check on and secured.
- Hoist arm and arm locking device ..... Check.
- Hoist and cable general condition ...... Check.
x If aircraft not fitted with LH sliding door :

- LH door and sub-door .................... Removed.
4.2 INTERIOR CHECK

ADD:
- ICS system.......................................... Check.
- Hoist operator control grip ................. Installed.
- Hoist operator safety belt (5).............. Installed and secured.
- Hoist operator's glove......................... On board.
- Manual cable cutter ............................ In place.
- Check that the load on the hoist will permit the lateral CG to stay
within limits.
4.3 RUN-UP CHECK

ADD:
1. [HOIST]............................................. ON.
2. Correct UP and DOWN operation ... CHECK.
3. [HOIST]............................................. RESET in OFF position.
4.4 HOISTING OPERATION

4.4.1. Before hoisting
x Hoist operator
1. Glove ............................On the hand which guides the
cable.
2. Safety belt.....................FASTENED and SECURED.

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1. Pilot/Hoist operator ICS ......CHECK operative.
2. Door opening ......................ORDER when IAS d 60 kt (111 km/h).
3. Heating and demisting........OFF.
4. Power margin available ......CHECK.
5. All parameters ....................CHECK.
4.4.2 Hoisting
WARNING
TO DISCHARGE POSSIBLE STATIC ELECTRICITY

FROM THE AIRCRAFT, THE HOOK SHALL HAVE
GROUND CONTACT BEFORE THE CABLE IS GRASPED.
IF THE HOOK COMES INTO CONTACT FORCEFULLY

WITH THE UPPER MECHANICAL STOP (FAILURE OF
THE HOISTING AUTOMATIC STOP SYSTEM), ABORT
THE HOISTING MISSION.
CAUTION
Take all precautions to prevent the load being hoisted from

hitting any part of the helicopter.
x When helicopter stabilized above the hoisting site:

1. Hoist jib ..............................SET in hoisting position.
2. [HOIST] ...............................ON.
Hoist operator controls the hoist. To bring the load into the
cabin, unlock the jib and pivot it inwards. The snap-hook
(if available) can be used to hold the load while the load is
unhooked.
If the option is installed, the hoist may be operated by the
pilot using the rocker switch on the cyclic grip.

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1. Hoist jib.......................... SET in ferrying position.
2. [HOIST]........................... RESET in OFF position.
3. Door closing................... As required (check VNE with
door open SECTION 2).
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hoisting position), mounted on the port side of the helicopter.
- a hoist (1) driven by a variable speed electric motor and fitted with a
50 m cable.
- an electrical power supply and control circuit,
to sever the hoist cable, if necessary,
- an electronic control unit secured inside the LH side cargo hold,
providing:
x control of the hoist up/down speed
x automatic deceleration before reaching the high and low travel
limits
x automatic stopping at the travel limit and in the event of incorrect
winding of the cable.
The system is protected by:
- two 7.5 A breakers protecting the “emergency cable cutter” circuit
located on the aft wall (4),
- one 100 A breaker on the hoist power supply system for cut off and
rearming located on the aft wall (4),
- one 2.5 A breaker and one 6.3 A breaker for the control circuit
located on the center console.
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x Controls available to the pilot :

switching on the installation
- a cable shear guarded pushbutton located on the collective pitch
lever which is used to sever the hoist cable in case of an
emergency.
x Controls and indicators available to the hoist operator on the hoist

operator's control grip (5):
- an intercom push-to-talk switch (9),
- a thumbwheel (11) to control raising, lowering and stopping of the
cable. The cable winding speed is proportional to the displacement
of the thumbwheel (11).
- an indicator (10) shows the length of cable unwound in meters.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 MINIMUM CREW

Maximum permissible load on hoist cable............... : 204 kg (450 lb)

A hand operated cable cutter must be within reach of the hoist operator.
2.4 LANDING

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by the following:
3.1 HOIST FAILURE
either:
- cut the cable or,
60 KIAS (111 km/h).
3.2 ENGINE FAILURE

- IN HOVER
1. Collective pitch.............................REDUCE according to the
height.
2. Load ..............................................RELEASE as soon as possible
3. Pedals ............................................Control yaw.
4. Cyclic ............................................Forward to gain forward
speed according to the height
5. Collective pitch.............................INCREASE as necessary to
cushion touch-down
NOTE
3.3 ICS FAILURE


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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
4.1 EXTERIOR CHECK
ADD:
- Cable protectors on landing gear........ Check on and secured.
- Hoist arm and arm locking device ..... Check.
- Hoist and cable general condition ...... Check.
x If aircraft not fitted with LH sliding door:

- LH door and sub-door .................... Removed.
4.2 INTERIOR CHECK

ADD:
- ICS system.......................................... Check.
- Hoist operator control grip ................. Installed.
- Hoist operator safety belt (5).............. Installed and secured.
- Hoist operator's glove......................... On board.
- Manual cable cutter ............................ In place.
within limits.
4.3 RUN-UP CHECK

ADD:
1. [HOIST]............................................... ON.
2. Correct UP and DOWN operation ..... CHECK.
3. [HOIST]............................................... RESET in OFF position.

4.4.1 Before hoisting
x Hoist operator
1. Glove ............................On the hand which guides the
cable.
2. Safety belt.....................FASTENED and SECURED.

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4.4.2 Hoisting
WARNING

IF THE HOOK COMES INTO CONTACT WITH

FORCEFULLY THE UPPER MECHANICAL STOP
(FAILURE OF THE HOISTING AUTOMATIC STOP
SYSTEM), ABORT THE HOISTING MISSION.
CAUTION


1. Hoist jib ................. SET in hoisting position.
2. [HOIST].................. ON.
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1. Hoist jib.......................... SET in ferrying position.
2. [HOIST]........................... RESET in OFF position.
3. Door closing................... As required (check VNE with
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hoisting position), mounted on the port side of the helicopter.
- a hoist (1) driven by a variable speed electric motor and fitted with a
50 m cable.
- an electrical power supply and control circuit,
to sever the hoist cable, if necessary,
- an electronic control unit secured inside the LH side cargo hold,
providing:
x control of the hoist up/down speed
x automatic deceleration before reaching the high and low travel
limits
x automatic stopping at the travel limits and in the event of incorrect
winding of the cable.
The system is protected by:
- two 7.5 A breakers protecting the “emergency cable cutter” circuit
located on the aft wall (4),
- one 100 A breaker on the hoist power supply system for cut-off and
rearming circuit located on the aft wall (4),
- one 2.5 A breaker and one 6.3 A breaker for the control circuit
located on the center console.
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x Controls available to the pilot:

switching on the installation
- a cable shear guarded pushbutton located on the collective pitch
lever which is used to sever the hoist cable in case of an
emergency.
x Controls and indicators available to the hoist operator on the hoist

operator's control grip (5 ):
- an intercom push-to-talk switch (9),
- a thumbwheel (11) to control raising, lowering and stopping of the
cable. The cable winding speed is proportional to the displacement
of the thumbwheel (11).
- a white indicator light (10) shows that the hoist installation is
energized.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 MINIMUM CREW


Maximum permissible load on hoist cable : 204 kg (450 lb)

A hand operated cable cutter must be within reach of the hoist operator.
2.4 LANDING

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by the following:
3.1 HOIST FAILURE

either:
- cut the cable or,
60 KIAS (111 km/h).
3.2 ENGINE FAILURE

- IN HOVER
1. Collective pitch. ................................REDUCE according to the
height.
2. Load ..................................................RELEASE as soon as possible
3. Pedals ................................................Control yaw.
4. Cyclic ................................................Forward to gain forward speed
according to the height
5. Collective pitch .................................INCREASE as necessary to
cushion touch-down
NOTE
3.3 ICS FAILURE

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
4.1 EXTERIOR CHECK
ADD:
- Cable protectors on landing gear ........ Check on and secured.
- Hoist arm and arm locking device ...... Check.
- Hoist and cable general condition....... Check.
x If aircraft not fitted with LH sliding door :

- LH door and sub-door.................... Removed.
4.2 INTERIOR CHECK
ADD:
- ICS system .......................................... Check.
- Hoist operator control grip.................. Installed.
- Hoist operator safety belt (5) .............. Installed and secured.
- Hoist operator's glove ......................... On board.
- Manual cable cutter............................. In place.
within limits.
4.3 RUN-UP CHECK
ADD:
1. [HOIST]................................................ ON.
2. Correct UP and DOWN operation ...... CHECK.
3. [HOIST]................................................ RESET in OFF position.
4.4.1 Before hoisting
x Hoist operator
1. Glove .............................. On the hand which guides the
cable.
2. Safety belt....................... FASTENED and SECURED.

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4.4.2 Hoisting
WARNING

IF THE HOOK COMES INTO CONTACT FORCEFULLY

WITH THE UPPER MECHANICAL STOP (FAILURE OF
THE HOISTING AUTOMATIC STOP SYSTEM), ABORT
THE HOISTING MISSION.
CAUTION


1. Hoist jib ..................... SET in hoisting position.
2. [HOIST] ...................... ON.
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1. Hoist jib...................... SET in ferrying position.
2. [HOIST] ...................... RESET in OFF position.
3. Door closing............... As required (check VNE with
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An optional mechanical power output on the MGB enables the installation of
a supplementary hydraulic pump for specific use.
This output is driven by the MGB spiral bevel gear wheel with a speed of
6000 rpm for a corresponding NR of 386 rpm.
When the hydraulic pump is running off load (no specific equipment is using
this specific hydraulic power), the power taken from the MGB must be less
than 3 kW so as not to affect the helicopter's performance.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
y Maximum power consumed by hydraulic pump on load...........: 32 kW,
y Maximum power consumed by hydraulic pump off load..........: 3 kW,
y The use of hydraulic power is prohibited:
- in hover,
- in climb,
- in flight at IAS < 30 kt (56 km/h) and IAS > 80 kt (148 km/h).
by the following:
x In case of engine failure or loss of power, IMMEDIATELY shut-down the
specific hydraulically powered system.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
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Installed in place of the copilot's seat, the two-passenger front seat increases
the total seating capacity from six to seven people, including the pilot.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
x Maximum number of occupants
(including flight crew)....................................... Seven,
x Maximum weight on two-passenger seat .......... 154 kg (340 lb),
x Dual controls (optional) shall be removed to install the two-passenger seat.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
manual supplements remain applicable. Special attention shall be paid to CG
computation.
NOTE
Flying with seven people on board then with one pilot only presents a
very significant change in the CG position. Each configuration must be
carefully checked.
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Long footsteps P/N D. 350-591-111-a

Short footsteps P/N D. 350-591-113
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The long footsteps (P/N D. 350-591-111-a) on the high landing gear facilitate
cabin access and inspection of the transmission and engine decks.
The short footsteps (P/N D. 350-591-113) on the high landing gear facilitate
cabin access.
2 LIMITATIONS
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
5 PERFORMANCE
following:
x Rate of climb: reduce by 2.5 %.

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The hydraulic system reduces the pilot's workload by providing hydraulic
assistance to actuate the main rotor controls. This optional dual hydraulic
system is designed to enhance safety and reliability.
x System description:
Two independent circuits, with the same architecture for the main rotor:
- a separate reservoir secured on the top of the MGB,
- a constant flowrate gear-pump generates the hydraulic power,
- a regulator valve/filter unit delivers the pressure at 35 bar (507 psi),
- a distribution system which comprises flexible pressure and return hoses,
supplies the three dual-body servo-controls for the main rotor.
The RH circuit also supplies the single body servo-control for the yaw
control.
The two pumps are driven differently:

- the LH circuit pump is supported and gear-driven by the MGB (MGB front
accessory mechanical output),
- the RH circuit pump is belt-driven by the engine power drive shaft at the
MGB power input.
The total volume of fluid in each system is 2 liters (0.79 US gal – 0.66 UK gal)
when the reservoir is at max. level line.
x Controls and caution lights:

- one yaw servo hydraulic switch on the collective grip to isolate the yaw
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- one >SERVO TST@ pushbutton to check servo distributor jamming

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- One HYDR caution light which comes on if the pressure in one of the
hydraulic systems drops below 20 bar (290 psi),
- one SERVO caution light which comes on in case of servo distributor

seizure,
- one LIMIT caution light which comes on if maximum lateral servo load is
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View from LH side
View from RH side
Figure 1: Hydraulic system circuits

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Figure 2: Hydraulic system block-diagram

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2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 SERVO CONTROL FLUID
NORMAL USE
NATO Specification
Oil type Notes
Code
FRANCE USA UK
Synthetic oil - - MIL-H-83282 - -
2.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM PRESSURE

- Nominal pressure .................................................... 35 bar (507 psi),
- Low pressure warning light comes on at ................ 20 bar (290 psi).
In flight the warning light must be off.
by the following:
3.1 TAIL ROTOR CONTROL FAILURE
Symptom: jamming of pedals or loss of effectiveness of the pedals. These

conditions make it impossible to control tail rotor thrust with the
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WARNING
LANDING IS MADE EASIER BY LANDING WITH A RH WIND
COMPONENT. WHEN AIRSPEED IS LESS THAN
20 KT (37 KM/H), GO-AROUND IS IMPOSSIBLE DUE TO
LOSS OF VERTICAL FIN EFFICIENCY.
1. Cyclic and collective.......................... ADJUST to 70 KIAS (130 km/h)

in level flight.
2. Yaw servo hydraulic switch............... OFF on collective grip.
On a suitable area for a running landing procedure:

Make a shallow approach with a slight left sideslip. Perform a running
landing, the sideslip will be reduced progressively as airspeed is
reduced and collective is applied to cushion the landing.
3.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM FAILURES

3.2.1 Yaw servo slide-valve seizure:
x In hover
- If no movement about yaw axis:
LAND normally.
- If yaw axis rotation:
Yaw servo hydraulic switch
(collective grip)................. OFF.
x In cruise flight
1. Airspeed............................REDUCE to between 40 and
60 KIAS (74 and 111 km/h)
in level flight, enter sideslip
if necessary.
2. Yaw servo hydraulic
switch (collective grip)... OFF.

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3.2.2 Caution and warning panel hydraulic emergency:

WARNING
CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
HYDR CAUTION
During high load factor maneuvers, servocontrol
+ reversibility may be encountered.
Keep aircraft in a more or less level attitude.
SERVO
Avoid abrupt maneuvers.
Maintain angle of bank less than 30°.
Loss of hydraulic Maintain IAS below 110 kt (204 km/h) (or VNE if less).
pressure in one x If increased loads are felt on yaw pedals:
circuit. RH circuit failure.
x No loads are felt on yaw pedals:

LH circuit failure.
NOTE
LIMIT light may be on if LH circuit failed or
during load factor maneuvers.
The remaining circuit allows continued safe
flight and landing.

For all cases, normal approach and landing.
SERVO
Jamming of a
distributor valve LAND AS SOON AS PRATICABLE.
on a main servo
unit.

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CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
PANEL
In high speed cruise flight or steep maneuvers:
LIMIT
1. Collective ......................... Reduce power.
Main servo unit 2. Cyclic................................. Reduce speed or load factor.
max. load reached.
CONTINUE FLIGHT
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
x ENGINE PRESTART CHECK (paragraph 4.3.1):
Replace items 13 and 14 by the following:
13. CWP lights:

- With battery power ................................... CHECK:
GENE PITOT ENG P
FUEL P HORN SERVO MGB P
HYDR TWT GRIP
- With EPU power....................................... CHECK:

Same lights as above + BATT
14. [SERVO TST].................................................. PRESS: SERVO
x ENGINE STARTING (paragraph 4.3.2):

Replace item 6 by the following:
6. CWP ................................................................. : HYDR ENG P
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x RUN UP CHECK (paragraph 4.3.3):

Replace item 2 by the following:
2. Hydraulic checks. ................................. :

x Servo distributor seizure check:
- [SERVO TST].............................. PRESS: SERVO .
x Yaw servo hydraulic check:

- Yaw servo hydraulic switch
(collective grip) .......................... OFF, yaw pedal loads increase,
- Yaw servo hydraulic switch
(collective grip) .......................... ON, check no loads are felt on
yaw pedals.
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This supplement (OP-3369) is approved on the basis of CS27 "NORMAL"
rotorcraft category, it allows an increased maximum internal weight when
aircraft is equipped with:
- the optional high landing gear,
- the optional dual hydraulic system (refer to SUP.23).
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 TYPE OF OPERATIONS
The following is forbidden:

- Operation with jettisonable external load if the internal weight is higher
than 2250 kg (4961 lb).

- Maximum internal weight in flight................ : 2370 kg (5225 lb),
- Maximum internal weight for IGE,

take-off and landing....................................... : 2370 kg (5225 lb).

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2.3 LATERAL CG
2.3.1 Lateral CG in flight

The lateral CG limits specified in the basic flight manual and in
the flight manual supplements remain applicable.
2.3.2 Lateral CG at landing

x Internal gross weight 2250 kg (4961 lb):
Maximum left CG ............. : 0.18 m (7.08 in).
Maximum right CG ........... : 0.14 m (5.51 in).
x 2250 kg (4961 lb) < Internal gross weight 2370 kg (5225 lb):
Maximum left CG ............. : 0.08 m (3.15 in).
Maximum right CG ........... : 0.08 m (3.15 in).

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
- Increase airspeed with HIGE power until IAS = 40 kt (74 km/h), then
begin to climb so as to clear 20 ft (6 m) at IAS = 50 kt (93 km/h).
5 PERFORMANCE
following:
5.1 HEIGHT – VELOCITY DIAGRAM

- Refer to pages SUP.28-4 and SUP.28-5 (Fig. 1).
5.2 PERFORMANCE CALCULATION

- Refer to pages SUP.28-6 to SUP.28-9 (Fig. 2 to Fig. 4).
CAUTION
Pilot shall limit the flight envelope and weight displayed on

VEMD PERFORMANCE pages to the relevant limitations of
paragraph 2 page SUP.28-1.

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5.3.1 Internal gross weight 2250 kg (4961 lb):

Refer to SECTION 5 Figure 5-4.
5.3.2 2250 kg (4961 lb) < Internal gross weight 2370 kg (5225 lb)
The avoidance zone is defined by five points: A, B, C, D, E (refer to
Figure 1).
- Point A: low hover point.

Point A is at 7 ft (2.1 m) skid height at zero airspeed.
- Point B:
Point B is defined by:
Ɣ a constant height of 30 ft (9 m),
Ɣ a constant airspeed of 50 kt (93 km/h).
- Point C:
Point C is defined by:
Ɣ a constant height of 100 ft (30 m),
- Point D:
Point D is defined by:
Ɣ a variable height (700 ft height 1000 ft) depending on the
altitude and on the aircraft weight as determined by line (E D),
- Point E :
Point E is defined by:
Ɣ a variable height (700 ft height 1000 ft) depending on the
altitude and on the aircraft weight as determined by line (E D),
Ɣ a constant zero airspeed.

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Figure 5

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Noise characteristics as defined by the conditions of Chapter 11 of
ICAO Annex 16 and Appendix J of FAR Part 36 are as follows:
Noise Level as per

ICAO / FAR
ICAO Annex 16 and
Flight Phase limits
FAR Part 36
(dB SEL)
(dB SEL)
Flyover at 0.9VH *
84.2 86.8
With VH =131 kt (243 km/h) TAS
(*) VH = Maximum speed in level flight at power not exceeding maximum

continuous power, for sea level pressure and 25°C ambient
conditions at MTOW.

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The 200 A starter generator is an optional installation. It replaces the basic
150 A starter generator and provides the aircraft with an increased electrical
capacity.
2 LIMITATIONS
supplements remain applicable and are modified by the following:
x Maximum current............................................. 200 A Max. continuous.
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
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1 GENERAL
The use of this installation is subject to the approval of the operational
authorities concerned.
To increase the maximum range of the helicopter, a specific ferry flight fuel
tank can be installed transversally in the rear cabin area.
The installation consists essentially of:
- a 475 liter (125 US gal – 104.5 UK gal) removable tank with negligible
unusable fuel quantity,
- a vent line,
- a fuel transfer pipe with a manually actuated valve between the ferry tank
and helicopter fuel tank.
The fuel is transferred by gravity into the helicopter fuel tank.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 OPERATIONS AUTHORIZED

This installation is to be used only for ferry flight, provided such
operation is permitted by the appropriate aviation authorities of the
country concerned.
2.2 CREW LIMITATION
Only persons essential to the mission shall be allowed on board the
aircraft.
2.3 FERRY TANK FUEL WEIGHT LIMITATION
The weight of fuel that be carried in the ferry tank will depend on the
overall loading of the helicopter. Refer to SECTION 6 of the basic
flight manual to determine aircraft CG.
CAUTION
The maximum ferry tank fuel weight must be determined carefully

to remain within the forward CG limit given by SECTION 2 of the
basic flight manual specifically with a full main tank.
2.4 SPECIFIC ITEMS

Smoking in cabin is prohibited.
Maximum ventilation of the cabin is to be ensured.
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x Fuel leak in the cabin:
4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
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x Checks before filling ferry tank:
.
Ferry tank ............................................ Condition, attachment,
.
Ferry tank vent line .............................. Installed and correctly secured,
.
Transfer valve. ..................................... Closed,
.
Max. ferry tank fuel quantity ............... Determined, refer to SECTION 6
of the basic flight manual to
determine aircraft CG.
x Filling procedure:
. Main fuel tank ..................................... Fill,
. Ferry tank ............................................. Fill with quantity previously
determined.
x In flight transfer procedure:
Takeoff and cruise flight:
. Transfer valve ........................................ Maintain closed until main fuel
gauge reads 80 %.
When fuel gauge reads 80 % :
. Transfer valve ........................................ Open,
. Fuel transfer ........................................... Check effective: (fuel gauge
indicator is moving).
CAUTION
If fuel transfer is not operative, land before the fuel gauge indicator
reads 60%. Failure to land above 60% may result in CG exceeding the
approved limits.

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The fuel level in the two tanks will be equal when the ferry tank quantity is
approximately 300 l (79.2 US gal – 66.0 UK gal).
If there is a difference in fuel level, fuel will be transferred and the levels will
be balanced within 10 min.
When the fuel levels are balanced in the two tanks, the quantity corresponding
to the gauge reading is:
Fuel gauge
reading 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20
(%)
V Liters 805 705 605 505 405 305 205 105
O
L USG 212 186 159 133 107 80 54 27
U
M Imp. 176 154 132 110 88 66 45 23
E G
When the gauge reads 20 % the ferry tank is empty and the quantity of fuel
remaining in the main tank is 105 l (27 US gal – 23 UK gal).
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The "BAMBI BUCKET" model 2732S installation is a fire-fighting system used
to carry and jettison water or other liquids in flight.
Maximum capacity: 1225 litres.
The installation is composed of a bucket secured to the external load carrying
device via a shackle (refer to SUP.13.1 or SUP.13.2).
The bucket is filled by plunging it into water (swimming pool, sea, lake, etc.).
The "BAMBI BUCKET" enables the water load to be released in a single drop.
A foam injection system "SACKSAFOAM" (P/N: SF02-2044) can be installed
as an option.
1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The controls include:
- A [SLING] pushbutton located on the SCU for switching on the
installation.
- A pushbutton (1) located on the cyclic grip is used to release the
contents of the bucket.
- A pushbutton (2) located on the cyclic grip is used to electrically
release the entire load suspended from the sling hook.
- A trigger (3) located on the collective lever is used to mechanically
release the entire load suspended from the sling hook.
Figure 1: Release controls

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- A load indicator indicates the weight suspended from the hook (refer to
SUP.13.1 or SUP.13.2).
- A control unit located on the instrument panel or the console is used to
control the optional foam injection system.
2 LIMITATIONS
supplements remain applicable and are completed or modified by the following:
Speed limitations:
- Empty bucket .......................................: VNE = 90 kt (167 km/h - 104 MPH).
- Bucket full or partially filled ...............: VNE = 80 kt (148 km/h - 92 MPH).
following:
3.1 WATER EMERGENCY JETTISON
If it is impossible to jettison the contents of the "BAMBI BUCKET" via the
electrical control on the cyclic grip, the pilot may place the bucket (filled or
empty) on the ground as he would do with a load on the cargo sling.
The ground staff may then unhook the bucket via the load release device.
3.2 BUCKET EMERGENCY JETTISON
If there is a problem on the helicopter requiring bucket jettison, the bucket
(filled or empty) may be released via the cargo sling electrical or
mechanical release controls.
In order to release the bucket, it is recommended to enter a right hand turn
with a slight load factor.

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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
4.1 CHECK BEFORE TAKEOFF
- Check that the bucket is correctly secured.
- Check that the manufacturer's plate on the shackle and the ballast inside
the bucket are facing forward.
5 PERFORMANCE
For weights with external load > maximum weight specified in the limitations
section of the basic flight manual, refer to SECTION 5.1, "REGULATORY
PERFORMANCE", page 5-11 of the basic flight manual; the curves are plotted
in dotted lines on figure 5-6.

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The “GNS 430/430W” includes a VHF COM transceiver, a VOR/ILS
receiver and a GPS navigation system.
The GARMIN “GNS 430/430W” GPS system complies with the
requirements as a supplement to VFR navigation.
Abbreviations
x BRG : Bearing to waypoint.
x CDI : Course Deviation Indicator.
x DTK : Desired Track.
x DIS : Distance to waypoint.
x ETE : Estimated Time En-route.
x GS : Ground Speed.
x HSI : Horizontal Situation Indicator
x OBS : Omni Bearing Selector
x RAIM : Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring.
x TRK : Track.
x XTK : Cross Track error, the cross track error has a manual or
an automatic adjustable scale on the CDI.
2 LIMITATIONS
following:
2.1 PILOT'S GUIDE
2.1.1 GNS 430 pilot's guide
The Pilot's Guide operating manual (Part number 190-00140-00,
Rev. F dated July 2000 or later revision) must be on board the
aircraft and readily available to the pilot.

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2.1.2 GNS 430W pilot's guide

The Pilot's Guide operating manual (Part number 190-00356-00,
Rev.C dated March 2008 or later revision) must be on board the
aircraft and readily available to the pilot.
2.2 SOFTWARE VERSIONS
2.2.1 GNS 430 Software versions
The GNS 430 must be loaded with the following or later
approved software versions:
GNS 430 sub-system Software version

Main 2.25
GPS 2.11
COMM 5.00
VOR/LOC 3.01
G/S 2.03
The main software version is displayed on the GNS 430 self-test

page 5 seconds after power-on. The other system software
versions can be checked on the AUX group sub-page 2:
SOFTWARE/DATABASE Ver.
From main software version 5.01, a TAWS (TERRAIN) function
has been added to the GNS 430. USING THE TAWS
FUNCTION OF THE GPS IS PROHIBITED. Consequently, this
function is de-activated by configuration and shall remain so.
2.2.2 GNS 430W Software versions
The GNS 430W must be loaded with the following or later
approved software versions:
GNS 430W sub-system Software version
Main 3.10
GPS 3.1
COMM 7.00
VOR/LOC 5.02
G/S 4.00

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The main software version is displayed on the GNS 430W

self-test page 5 seconds after power-on. The other system
software versions can be checked on the AUX group sub-page 2:
SOFTWARE/DATABASE Ver.
USING THE TAWS FUNCTION OF THE GPS IS

PROHIBITED. Consequently, this function is de-activated by
configuration and shall remain so.
The GPS receiver is capable of tracking SBAS (WAAS,

EGNOS) satellites. USING THE SBAS MODE OF THE GPS IS
PROHIBITED. Consequently, SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS)
operation is de-activated in set-up sub-group page 2 and shall
remain so.
2.3 OPERATION
The use of the GPS is restricted to VFR flight only.
All the navigation means required for each route phase of the intended
flight must be available and serviceable.
As the database is not guaranteed, the crew must check, before the
flight if possible, the validity and the accuracy of the database
information by reference to the official documentation.
Before starting navigation, the crew must read the GNS 430/430W self-
test messages to check that all necessary validities are present.
2.4 PLACARDS
GPS OPERABLE IN VFR GPS UTILISABLE EN VFR

CONDITIONS ONLY UNIQUEMENT
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3.1 GPS FAILURES
FAILURES CORRECTIVE ACTIONS
NAV flag on HSI [MSG] key ........................Press and check message.

(or external CDI).
+ 1. GPS navigation data not available or invalid.
2. RAIM POSITION WARNING.
MSG
In both cases, use remaining operational means of
navigation (GNS 430/430W VOR or any other
available means).
CONTINUE THE FLIGHT
MSG [MSG] key ........................Press and check message.

+
RAIM IS NOT AVAILABLE
INTEG
Revert to other operational means of navigation (GNS
430/430W VOR or any other available means)
approved for the route and flight phase.
During En-route phase, GPS navigation can still be
used provided the position can be checked with other
means of navigation at least every 15 min.
CONTINUE THE FLIGHT
NOTE
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4 NORMAL PROCEDURES
following:
4.1 OPERATING PROCEDURES
The detailed operating procedures are described in the Pilot's Guide
referenced in paragraph 2.1 of this supplement.
NOTE 1
Use of the VHF frequencies listed below may degrade GPS receiver
operation after 10 to 15 seconds of transmission time, returning to
normal operation a few seconds after transmission ends.
Frequencies = 121.150 / 121.175 / 121.200 / 131.200 / 131.250 /
131.275 and 131.300 MHz.
NOTE 2
Correct operation of the GPS is not guaranteed for cabin
temperatures below - 20°C.
4.2 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

The GNS 430/430W GPS navigation system provides the following
information to the pilot's HSI or external CDI:
- XTK
- TO / FROM
- Validity flag
NOTE 1
XTK full scale deviation is the same for the HSI, or external CDI,
and the GNS 430/430W integrated CDI. Default setting is 5 NM
(meaning that full deviation is achieved when XTK reaches 5 NM)
except within 30 NM range of the departure/destination airfield.
Within 30 NM of the destination airfield, the full scale deviation
gradually ramps from 5 to 1 NM. Likewise, upon departure,
default setting is 1 NM gradually increasing up to 5 NM beyond
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XTK scale is also selectable by the pilot. However, the GNS 430/430W
will automatically select the lowest value between the default setting and
the value selected by the pilot. Current selected scale is displayed on
either side of the GNS 430/430W's CDI. Recommended full-scale value
for helicopter "En-route" navigation is 1 NM.
NOTE 2
The HSI or CDI course is not automatically slaved to the desired track
(DTK). Consequently, when GPS navigation is selected,( GPS on GNS
430/430W screen) as HSI or external CDI navigation source, the course
pointer on the HSI or course selector on the external CDI must be
manually set to the DTK indicated by the GNS 430/430W. Particular
attention is required during automatic navigation leg changes and
subsequent change of DTK. However, if the course selected on pilot's
HSI or external CDI differs from the DTK by more than 10°, the MSG
annunciator will flash and the message Set course to xxx will be
displayed on the GNS 430/430W "MSG" page.
NOTE 3
Pressing the [CDI] key on the GNS 430/430W toggles HSI or external
CDI navigation source between GPS and VOR/ILS ( GPS or VLOC
displayed above [CDI] key).
NOTE 4
Pressing the [OBS] key on the GNS 430/430W toggles between manual
mode (OBS mode) and automatic sequencing of waypoints.
Activating OBS mode, indicated by the OBS annunciator above the
[OBS] key, holds current active waypoint as the navigation destination
and prevents the GNS 430/430W from sequencing to the next waypoint.
In OBS mode, the DTK to/from the active waypoint is controlled via the
pilot's HSI course pointer or external CDI course selector.
The "GNS 430/430W" GPS navigation system is also associated with a
two-label indicator on the pilot's instrument panel (If installed):
Waypoint Alert light
WPT
MSG
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This installation (Modification 355P84.0080) allows trained personnel to
perform abseiling. It consists of two rings secured to the cabin floor in front of
the passenger seats and of a protection for the lower rail of each sliding door.
2 LIMITATIONS
supplements remain applicable and are completed or modified by the following:
- Abseiling is limited to hover flight.
After completion of the abseiling operation, transition to forward flight or
landing is prohibited with the ropes extended.
- The load on the abseiling installation is limited to 120 kg (265 lb) per ring.
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following:
- Before takeoff, determine the weight and CG conditions which will prevail
during the mission, knowing that the load on the abseil ropes is located at:
. 2.24 m (88 in) from the longitudinal datum,
. 1.09 m (43 in) from the aircraft centerline.
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ORGANIZATION OF THE MANUAL

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4 FLIGHT MANUAL SUPPLEMENTS

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1.1 TERMINOLOGY ...........................................................................................1-1

FIGURE 1-1 : THREE-VIEW DRAWING .........................................................1-2

FIGURE 1-2: ACCESS DOORS AND COMPARTMENTS .............................1-3

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