Review: Projected Take-Off Distance_______feet.e. Lineup on runway.f. Takeoff: Note takeoff speed. ___________MPH.

a. Start Engine.b. Accomplish before and taxi checklists.c. Confirm Trim set at Take-Off mark.d. Review: Projected Take-Off Speed_25-30 MPH.

Basic acft weight & balance /CG computed.EAA Flight Advisor (form) evaluation c/w.EAA Technical Advisor has looked aircraft over.

FIRST FLIGHT TEST CARD

Airport personnel and emergency crew informed. ___Markers at abort point. ___Ground Crew : Radio, Binoculars, Recording Devices.Ground observer 1/2 way down runway side.

All grnd testing and fix all deficiencies. ____PRIOR TO FIRST FLIGHT

PI flown in last 30 days. ___Weather good. ___

FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT TEST CARDEquipment: RPM, OIL PSI, Temps- Green.____Airspeed indicator. ___Altimeter-set. ___

Thouroughly inspect aircraft.____NOTES:

RECORD RAISED NOSE WHEEL:_________MPH.If control force is excessive, adjust trim.Have grnd crew check brake temps.

POST HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT

ACFT Test Flight Weight:

HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST CARDStart testing at 1/2 predicted take off speed.Increase test speed by 5 MPH at each pass.

__Determine Engine Reliability__ Determine Basic Flight Characteristics/Trim__ Land SafelyDate:

FIRST FLIGHT PREPERATIONS

__ Extensive Pre-Flight Inspection__ Forward Center of Gravity__ Comms set to 123.45

___ Weather Conditions__ Brief GRND team and ATC

FIRST FLIGHT OBJECTIVES

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT1 Gound observer1 Fire extinguisher1 VHF radio for grnd observer set to 123.451 Portable Camera1 Laptop computer as needed

PRE HIGH SPEED TAXI TESTReview low speed taxi tests ensure all faults correctedFill fuel tankCalculate CGSet trim as needed.Ease in power at 5 MPH increments.

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPTPerform 180 deg. Turn at end of runway- alternate direction of turns for even brake wear.Record evaluations made during test.Record Nose Wheel Rotation Speed. (LS)If control forces are excessive, adjust trim.

Check Brake TemperatureTerminate test if temperature is too high.Terminate if engine gets hot.Mark takeoff trim position.Inspect Aircraft thouroughly.

FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT SCRIPTNotify tower and emergency crews of intentionsMark abort point.Takeoff- report on radio if not airborne at 1/2 mark.Up & Away --Monitor flt with binoculars report anything

unusual, monitor flight time, remind when time to land.Give assistance as needed.Landing- Monitor flight path, report anyting unusual.Report height above ground… 3 feet..2 feet.1 foot…Inches…Touchdown. If touchdown does not occur prior to 1/2 way down runway..report "Go Around"Observer positioned 1/2 way down runway.

a. Start Engine- Note Hobbs timeb. Before and taxi checklists.c. Trim set for take off.d. 25-30 MPH projected takeoff speed. projected Take -off distance feet.e. Lineup on runway. Call if not airbourne by 1/2 mark.f. RECORD TAKEOFF SPEED: MPH

j. Taxi back, shutdown, inspect a/c.NOTES:

f. Repeat a-e until ready to return to airport.g. Accomplish landing checks.h. Inform Mission Monitor of RTBI. Fly straight-in and land just like practice.

b. Note power setting, trim pitch.c. Simulate flare no slower than rotor rpm.________.d. Simulate go-around- check control and climb.e. CHECK FUEL.

e. CHECK ENGINE.f. CHECK FUEL.(practice approach/ go around, return to airport.)a. At altitude reduce power for 500 ft/min. descent.

b. Rudder left- Rudder right.c. Pitch up- Pitch down.d. note attitude: trim-forces- Vert. Vel. IND.Repeat until limits of rotor rpm. Note airspeed .

f. CHECK FUEL.(slow flight evaluation) FLOOR ____________ft.a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain airspeed.

p. CHECK FUEL.(power effects)a. Slowly reduce power to idle.

e. CHECK ENGINE.

repeat opposite direction.n. Evaluate longitudinal input and a/c response-wait-repeat opposite direction.o. CHECK ENGINE.

k. Small rudder input, one way.l. Evaluate rudder control and a/c response- wait- repeat opposite direction.m. Evaluate lateral input and a/c response - wait-

h. Level off at least 2,000 ft. AGL.I. Check ENGINEj. Check FUEL(control effectiveness)

g. Climb 400 ft., turn down wind. Continue Climb.

b. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude.c. Slowly increase power to maximum rotor rpm.d. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude.

RECORD TAKEOFF DISTANCE FEETg. projected best climb speed 55-65 MPH.h. projected cruise speed: 65-80 MPH.I. Complete engine checks.j. complete fuel checks.(CONTROL EFFECTIVENESS) see upper blockk.RECORD RUDDER EVALUATIONl. RECORD RUDDER EVALUATIONm. RECORD LATERAL EVAL.n. RECORD PITCH EVAL.o. complete engine checks.p. complete fuel checksfuel qty:fuel psifuel flow:

d. RECORD CONTROL FORCE EVAL.e. complete engine checks.f. complete fuel checks.

(POWER EFFECTS)a. Slowly reduce power to idleb. RECORD CONTOL FORCE EVAL.c. Slowly increase power to max rotor speed.

fuel qty:fuel psifuel flow:(SLOW FLIGHT EVALUATION) FLOOR: FTa. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain airspeed.b. Rudder left Record evaluation:c. Rudder Right Record evaluation:d. RECORD ALTITUDE:e. RECORD VERT. VELOCITY:f. RECORD AIRSPEED:g.EVALUATE TRIM FORCES:h. Repeat until limits of rotor rpm- note airspeedRecord min. descent airspeed:Record vertical velocity:I. Clear Engine.h Check Engine.j. Check Fuel.(PRACTICE APPROACH/GO AROUND, RETURN)DO NOT DESCEND BELOW FEET!!a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain airspeed.b. Rudder left Record evaluation:c. Rudder Right Record evaluationd. Small pitch input -down Record evaluatione. Small pitch input- up Record evaluationf. Note: any unusual responses:

g.Observe pitch attitude.h. Note stick forces.I. Is trim effective? Y/Nj. Note any airframe or control buffet.k. Slowly reduce airspeed by 5 MPH.MAINTAIN ROTOR SPEED ABOVE 270 RPMl. Note any increase in buffeting.m. Full aft stick required.n. Any unusual aircraft response? Y/No. Monitor engine instruments, Clear Engine.REPEAT UNTIL LOW ROTOR RPM REACHEDp. Check fuel quantity.q. NOTE FINAL AIRSPEED AT ROTOR RPM LIMIT.Note: To recover aircraft apply forward stick, level acft,then add power.LANDING PRACTICE AT ALTITUDE.a. Reduce power to establish a 500 ft/min descent.b. Note power setting, trim setting, and pitch.c. Simulate to flare.d. Add power and simulate a go-around.e. Note any abrupt acft motion? Y/NCan you climb/accelerate? Y/NIf you encounter any adverse characteristics increaseairspeed by 5 MPH.

practiced, don't get slow, if approach does not lookgood do a go-around.

f. Check remaining Fuel.Practice approaches at altitude until you are confident in the aircraft and its performance.

g. Inform ground crew and tower when you are ready

m. Thoroughly inspect aircraft. Note Hobbs time end.

Accomplish landing checks.

I. Note: ground effect will make you float.j. After landing, test rotor brake effectiveness.k. Taxi to parking.l. Accomplish shutdown checks.

to land.h. Fly straight in approach, use airspeeds you just

Throttle Friction Too Much----Not EnoughInstrumentation Operational----Non functional

Throttle Friction Too Much----Not EnoughInstrumentation Operational----Non functional

Base Speed= LSx1.2 (min)Final Approach/ Touchdown speed= LSx1.1

Min. Maneuvering speed= LSx1.1Max. Maneuvering speed=LSx1.5Eng. Out glide speed=LSx1.5Downwind speed=LSx1.3 (min)

MIN PRE ROTATION SPEED 150 RPMFULL THROTTLE- MIN PRE ROT. V IS 200 RPMACCELERATION LIMIT +1gROTOR RPM LESS THAN 270 MUST BE AVOIDED

PROJECTED LIMITATIONSMAX TAKEOFF WEIGHT 1540 LBSCG LIMITS 6-8 DEGREES NOSE DOWNVNE 100 MPH

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT

1 VHF radio for grnd observer set to 123.45

PRE HIGH SPEED TAXI TESTReview low speed taxi tests ensure all faults corrected

Ease in power at 5 MPH increments.

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPTPerform 180 deg. Turn at end of runway- alternate direction of turns for even brake wear.Record evaluations made during test.Record Nose Wheel Rotation Speed. (LS)If control forces are excessive, adjust trim.

Check Brake TemperatureTerminate test if temperature is too high.

FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT SCRIPTNotify tower and emergency crews of intentions

Takeoff- report on radio if not airborne at 1/2 mark.Up & Away --Monitor flt with binoculars report anything

unusual, monitor flight time, remind when time to land.

Landing- Monitor flight path, report anyting unusual.Report height above ground… 3 feet..2 feet.1 foot…

Fuel Temperature RECORDOAT RECORD

Oil Pressure RECORDOil Temperature RECORD

Altimeter Setting RECORDDensity Altitude RECORDFuel Flow RECORDNOSE WHEEL RAISED-RECORD MPH.

Inches…Touchdown. If touchdown does not occur prior to 1/2 way down runway..report "Go Around"Observer positioned 1/2 way down runway.

d. 25-30 MPH projected takeoff speed. projected Take -off distance feet.e. Lineup on runway. Call if not airbourne by 1/2 mark.

RECORD TAKEOFF SPEED: MPH

OAT RECORDAltimeter Setting RECORDDensity Altitude RECORD

EVALUATE (high speed taxi)Rudder Effectiveness Very----NotPitch Control Very---NotBinding Controls None----LotsEnigne Cooling Cold----HotThrottle Response Immediate----lags

TAKEOFF TRIM POSITION.

Fuel Flow RECORD

EVALUATE (flight-control effectiveness)Rudder Effectiveness Very----NotPitch Control Very---NotBinding Controls None----LotsEnigne Cooling Cold----HotThrottle Response Immediate----lags

Oil Pressure RECORDOil Temperature RECORDFuel Temperature RECORD

Gross weight:CG setting:Glide Ratio:

V2 Takeoff safety speedEmpty weight:Max. takeoff weight:Max. landing weight

Vr rotation speedVtoss takeoff safety speed for cat A rotorcraftVx speed for best angle of climbVy speed for best rate of climb

Vlof lift off speedVmo/Mmo max. operating limit speedVne never-exceed-speedVno max. structural cruising speed

Vfc/Mfc maximum speed for stability characteristicsVh max. speed in level flt. With max. cont. power

WATER TEMP NORMAL: 150-195 DEG FWATER TEMP CAUTION: 195-219 DEG F

NORMAL OIL PSI: 20-80 PSI

Vb design speed for max. gust intensity:Vc design cruising speed:Vd design diving speedVdf/Mdf demonstrated diving speed:

AIRSPEED: 0-40 MPHAIRSPEED: 40-99 MPHAIRSPEED: NEVER EXCEED: VNE: 100MPH

Va, design manuever speed:

MIN OIL PSI (IDLE): 15 psi

MAX OIL PSI: 100 PSIMIN FUEL PSI: 3 PSINORMAL FUEL PSI: 4-6 PSI

NEVER EXCEED ROTOR SPEED: 395 RPM

MAX ENG. SPEED 5500 RPM

MIN WATER TEMP: 150 DEG F

MAX WATER TEMP: 220 DEG. F

MAX OIL TEMP: 230 DEG. F

ENGINE RPM (FLY): 1350-1700ENGINE RPM CRUISE: 4200-4800 RPM

ROTOR RPM SINGLE: 310-325 RPMROTOR RPM DUAL: 325-340 RPMNORMAL RANGE SINGLE: 310-325 RPMNORMAL RANGE DUAL: 325-340 RPM

RECORD TAKEOFF DISTANCE FEETg. projected best climb speed 55-65 MPH.h. projected cruise speed: 65-80 MPH.

see upper blockRECORD RUDDER EVALUATIONRECORD RUDDER EVALUATION

RECORD CONTROL FORCE EVAL.

RECORD CONTOL FORCE EVAL.c. Slowly increase power to max rotor speed.

(SLOW FLIGHT EVALUATION) FLOOR: FTa. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain

Record evaluation:

h. Repeat until limits of rotor rpm- note airspeed

(PRACTICE APPROACH/GO AROUND, RETURN)DO NOT DESCEND BELOW FEET!!a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain

Record evaluation:Record evaluation:

Record evaluation

Rotor Brake: Apply below rotor RPM of 80 RPM.ACTUAL DATA FROM FLIGHT TESTING

j. Note any airframe or control buffet.k. Slowly reduce airspeed by 5 MPH.MAINTAIN ROTOR SPEED ABOVE 270 RPM

n. Any unusual aircraft response? Y/No. Monitor engine instruments, Clear Engine.REPEAT UNTIL LOW ROTOR RPM REACHED

NOTE FINAL AIRSPEED AT ROTOR RPM LIMIT.Note: To recover aircraft apply forward stick, level acft,

LANDING PRACTICE AT ALTITUDE.a. Reduce power to establish a 500 ft/min descent.b. Note power setting, trim setting, and pitch.

d. Add power and simulate a go-around.e. Note any abrupt acft motion? Y/N

If you encounter any adverse characteristics increase

practiced, don't get slow, if approach does not look

Practice approaches at altitude until you are confident in the aircraft and its performance.

g. Inform ground crew and tower when you are ready

m. Thoroughly inspect aircraft. Note Hobbs time end.

I. Note: ground effect will make you float.j. After landing, test rotor brake effectiveness.

h. Fly straight in approach, use airspeeds you just

Ground Crew : Radio, Binoculars, Recording Devices.Ground observer 1/2 way down runway side.

Airport personnel and emergency crew informed. ___Markers at abort point. ___

PI flown in last 30 days. ___Weather good. ___

All grnd testing and fix all deficiencies. ____PRIOR TO FIRST FLIGHT

Altimeter-set. ___Airspeed indicator. ___Equipment: RPM, OIL PSI, Temps- Green.____

FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT TEST CARD

NOTES:

POST HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPTThouroughly inspect aircraft.____

If control force is excessive, adjust trim.Have grnd crew check brake temps.

Increase test speed by 5 MPH at each pass.RECORD RAISED NOSE WHEEL:_________MPH.

HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST CARDStart testing at 1/2 predicted take off speed.

ACFT Test Flight Weight:Date:

Increase test altitude by 1,000 feet

__ Land Safely__ Determine Basic Flight Characteristics/Trim

Validate Engine Reliability Increase aircraft takeoff weight by 50 lbs Expand fuel flow data

2ND FLIGHT OBJECTIVES

__ Forward Center of Gravity__ Comms set to 123.45

__ Brief GRND team and ATC__ Extensive Pre-Flight Inspection

FLIGHT #2 TEST FLIGHT___ Weather Conditions

f. CHECK FUEL.

Repeat until limits of rotor rpm. Note airspeed .e. CHECK ENGINE.

c. Pitch up- Pitch down.d. note attitude: trim-forces- Vert. Vel. IND.

airspeed.b. Rudder left- Rudder right.

(slow flight evaluation) FLOOR ____________ft.a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain

e. CHECK ENGINE.f. CHECK FUEL.

c. Slowly increase power to maximum rotor rpm.d. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude.

a. Slowly reduce power to idle.b. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude.

p. CHECK FUEL.(power effects)

repeat opposite direction.o. CHECK ENGINE.

repeat opposite direction.n. Evaluate longitudinal input and a/c response-wait-

repeat opposite direction.m. Evaluate lateral input and a/c response - wait-

k. Small rudder input, one way.l. Evaluate rudder control and a/c response- wait-

j. Check FUEL(control effectiveness)

h. Level off at least 3,000 ft. AGL.I. Check ENGINE

f. Takeoff: Note takeoff speed. ___________MPH.g. Climb 400 ft., turn down wind. Continue Climb.

Review: Projected Take-Off Distance_______feet.e. Lineup on runway.

c. Confirm Trim set at Take-Off mark.d. Review: Projected Take-Off Speed_________MPH.

a. Start Engine.b. Accomplish before and taxi checklists.

FIRST FLIGHT TEST CARD

NOTES:

I. Fly straight-in and land just like practice.j. Taxi back, shutdown, inspect a/c.

g. Accomplish landing checks.h. Inform Mission Monitor of RTB

e. CHECK FUEL.f. Repeat a-e until ready to return to airport.

c. Simulate flare no slower than rotor rpm.________.d. Simulate go-around- check control and climb.

a. At altitude reduce power for 500 ft/min. descent.b. Note power setting, trim pitch.

(practice approach/ go around, return to airport.)

a. Start Engine- Note Hobbs time

Observer positioned 1/2 way down runway.

Inches…Touchdown. If touchdown does not occur prior to 1/2 way down runway..report "Go Around"

Landing- Monitor flight path, report anyting unusual.Report height above ground… 3 feet..2 feet.1 foot…

Takeoff- report on radio if not airborne at 1/2 mark.Up & Away --Monitor flt with binoculars report anything

unusual, monitor flight time, remind when time to land.Give assistance as needed.

Notify tower and emergency crews of intentionsFIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT SCRIPT

Mark abort point.

Mark takeoff trim position.

Terminate test if temperature is too high.

Inspect Aircraft thouroughly.

Terminate if engine gets hot.

If control forces are excessive, adjust trim.Check Brake Temperature

Record evaluations made during test.Record Nose Wheel Rotation Speed.

Perform 180 deg. Turn at end of runway- alternate direction of turns for even brake wear.

Set trim as needed.Ease in power at 5 MPH increments.

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT

Fill fuel tankReview low speed taxi tests ensure all faults corrected

Calculate CG

PRE HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST

1 Portable Camera1 Laptop computer as needed

1 Fire extinguisher1 VHF radio for grnd observer set to 123.45

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT1 Gound observer

f. RECORD AIRSPEED:

d. RECORD ALTITUDE:e. RECORD VERT. VELOCITY:

b. Rudder left Record evaluation:c. Rudder Right Record evaluation:

a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain airspeed.

fuel flow:(SLOW FLIGHT EVALUATION) FLOOR: FT

fuel qty:fuel psi

e. complete engine checks.f. complete fuel checks.

c. Slowly increase power to max rotor speed.d. RECORD CONTROL FORCE EVAL.

a. Slowly reduce power to idleb. RECORD CONTOL FORCE EVAL.

fuel flow:(POWER EFFECTS)

fuel qty:fuel psi

o. complete engine checks.p. complete fuel checks

m. RECORD LATERAL EVAL.n. RECORD PITCH EVAL.

k.RECORD RUDDER EVALUATIONl. RECORD RUDDER EVALUATION

j. complete fuel checks.(CONTROL EFFECTIVENESS) see upper block

h. projected cruise speed: 65-80 MPH.I. Complete engine checks.

RECORD TAKEOFF DISTANCE FEETg. projected best climb speed 55-65 MPH.

e. Lineup on runway. Call if not airbourne by 1/2 mark.f. RECORD TAKEOFF SPEED: MPH

d. 25-30 MPH projected takeoff speed. projected Take -off distance feet.

b. Before and taxi checklists.c. Trim set for take off.

p. Check fuel quantity.q. NOTE FINAL AIRSPEED AT ROTOR RPM LIMIT.Note: To recover aircraft apply forward stick, level acft,then add power.

m. Full aft stick required.n. Any unusual aircraft response? Y/No. Monitor engine instruments, Clear Engine.REPEAT UNTIL LOW ROTOR RPM REACHED

j. Note any airframe or control buffet.k. Slowly reduce airspeed by 5 MPH.MAINTAIN ROTOR SPEED ABOVE 270 RPMl. Note any increase in buffeting.

f. Note: any unusual responses:

g.Observe pitch attitude.h. Note stick forces.I. Is trim effective? Y/N

d. Small pitch input -down Record evaluation:e. Small pitch input- up Record evaluation

b. Rudder left Record evaluation:c. Rudder Right Record evaluation:

a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain airspeed.

(PRACTICE APPROACH/GO AROUND, RETURN)DO NOT DESCEND BELOW FEET!!

h Check Engine.j. Check Fuel.

Record vertical velocity:I. Clear Engine.

h. Repeat until limits of rotor rpm- note airspeedRecord min. descent airspeed:

g.EVALUATE TRIM FORCES:

k. Taxi to parking.l. Accomplish shutdown checks.m. Thoroughly inspect aircraft. Note Hobbs time end.

practiced, don't get slow, if approach does not lookgood do a go-around.I. Note: ground effect will make you float.j. After landing, test rotor brake effectiveness.

Accomplish landing checks.g. Inform ground crew and tower when you are readyto land.h. Fly straight in approach, use airspeeds you just

airspeed by 5 MPH.f. Check remaining Fuel.Practice approaches at altitude until you are confident in the aircraft and its performance.

d. Add power and simulate a go-around.e. Note any abrupt acft motion? Y/NCan you climb/accelerate? Y/NIf you encounter any adverse characteristics increase

LANDING PRACTICE AT ALTITUDE.a. Reduce power to establish a 500 ft/min descent.b. Note power setting, trim setting, and pitch.c. Simulate to flare.

Throttle Friction Too Much----Not EnoughInstrumentation Operational----Non functional

Throttle Friction Too Much----Not EnoughInstrumentation Operational----Non functional

PROJECTED LIMITATIONSMAX TAKEOFF WEIGHT 1540 LBS

Density Altitude RECORDFuel Flow RECORD

OAT RECORDAltimeter Setting RECORD

Oil Temperature RECORDFuel Temperature RECORD

Oil Pressure RECORD

Binding Controls None----LotsEnigne Cooling Cold----HotThrottle Response Immediate----lags

EVALUATE (flight-control effectiveness)Rudder Effectiveness Very----NotPitch Control Very---Not

NOSE WHEEL RAISED-RECORD MPH.TAKEOFF TRIM POSITION.

OAT RECORDAltimeter Setting RECORDDensity Altitude RECORDFuel Flow RECORD

Oil Pressure RECORDOil Temperature RECORDFuel Temperature RECORD

Enigne Cooling Cold----HotThrottle Response Immediate----lags

Pitch Control Very---NotBinding Controls None----Lots

EVALUATE (high speed taxi)Rudder Effectiveness Very----Not

Vne never-exceed-speed

Vlof lift off speedVmo/Mmo max. operating limit speed

Vfc/Mfc maximum speed for stability characteristicsVh max. speed in level flt. With max. cont. power

Vd design diving speedVdf/Mdf demonstrated diving speed:

Vb design speed for max. gust intensity:Vc design cruising speed:

ACTUAL DATA FROM FLIGHT TESTINGVa, design manuever speed:

AIRSPEED: NEVER EXCEED: VNE: 100MPH

AIRSPEED: 0-40 MPHAIRSPEED: 40-99 MPH

MIN FUEL PSI: 3 PSINORMAL FUEL PSI: 4-6 PSI

NORMAL OIL PSI: 20-80 PSIMAX OIL PSI: 100 PSI

MAX WATER TEMP: 220 DEG. FMIN OIL PSI (IDLE): 15 psi

WATER TEMP NORMAL: 150-195 DEG FWATER TEMP CAUTION: 195-219 DEG F

MAX OIL TEMP: 230 DEG. FMIN WATER TEMP: 150 DEG F

ENGINE RPM CRUISE: 4200-4800 RPMMAX ENG. SPEED 5500 RPM

NEVER EXCEED ROTOR SPEED: 395 RPMENGINE RPM (FLY): 1350-1700

NORMAL RANGE SINGLE:NORMAL RANGE DUAL:

ROTOR RPM SINGLE:ROTOR RPM DUAL:

ACCELERATION LIMIT +1gROTOR RPM LESS THAN 270 MUST BE AVOIDED

MIN PRE ROTATION SPEED 150 RPMFULL THROTTLE- MIN PRE ROT. V IS 200 RPM

CG LIMITS 6-8 DEGREES NOSE DOWNVNE 100 MPH

Glide Ratio:

Gross weight:CG setting:

Max. takeoff weight:Max. landing weight

V2 Takeoff safety speedEmpty weight:

Vx speed for best angle of climbVy speed for best rate of climb

Vr rotation speedVtoss takeoff safety speed for cat A rotorcraft

Vno max. structural cruising speed

De-brief with flight and ground crew.

if it doesn't look right- go around.Post Flight.Do a thorough post flight inspection.Check for fuel/ oil/ coolant leaks.

Plan first pattern to low approach.Evaluate glide path aim points on final.Climb back to pattern altitude.Fly normal pattern to a full stop landing-

Radio calls to other traffic/tower.Normal pattern entry.Pattern and Landing.Fly pattern like you practiced at altitude.

Descent to traffic pattern.Before landing checklist.Descend at idle RPM plus 500 to prevent"shock cooling".

Fly downwind LSx 1.3.Fly Base/final LSx1.2.Fly "short final" LSx 1.1.Practice go-arounds.

Slow flight, down to 1.1 LS. Don't under-speed rotor.At 5,000 ft AGL, Down to 4,000 ft AGL.Practice traffic pattern- landing config.

If all is good, climb to 5,000 ft. AGL.At 5,000 ft AGL.Be prepared for eng. Problem at level off.Repeat flight control checks.

Still at 3,000 ft. AGL.Check/ monitor engine instruments.Smooth RPM/ engine response.Stay centered over airport-clearing turns.

Pitch change (+-) 3 degrees.Rudder movement- slow/smooth pressureto full travel.How effective/ smooth/ trim pressures?

Climb at liftoff speed x 1.5 (max.).Be prepared for eng. Problem at level off.At 3,000 ft. AGL, maneuver at LSx1.2-1.5.Gentle turns- 10-15 degrees of bank.

during run-up/takeoff.Takeoff into ground effect/check lift off speed.Climb overhead airport to 3,000 ft AGL.

Determine basic flight characteristics/trim.Land safely.Check for smooth engine performance

Determine engine reliability.

TEST FLIGHT PLANAircraft Hours Flight Profile

First Flight

phase II operations.Check communications equipment/xponder.Check accuracy/utility of NAV gear (GPS,

Finish Test Phase

Keep these statements with the permanentrecords of the aircraft.Finalize pilot opoerating handbook FAR 91.9.

Have each test pilot that flew the aircraft certify in writing that their portion of the testplan were successful, and that the acft is safe to operate.

Ensure acft. Logbooks show that the min.test flight hours have been flown off.Aircraft owner must certify that the acft. Issafe to operate.

loran, VOR.Night flying.Determine service ceiling.

Test everything else intended to be used in

Hours 1-10

Hours 11-20

Hours 21-30

Hours 31-40(+)

Landing Speed . Vso.Fuel flow & consumption in climb to cruise.Time to climb to cruise.

limits at max. gross weight.Test handling qualities at max gross wt (slow flight, turns, climbs, descents, ect.).Best rate of climb. Vy.

Positive longitudinal/lateral stability.

Perform tests that require max. gross wt.Ensure acft. Is within Weight & Balance

Plan on major inspection at 10 hour point.

Expand flight envelope.Static and dynamic stability.

Pitot/static and other basic flight instruments.Continue testing of systems until sure of quality.

Continue to test reliability of major systems.Engine related systems (oil,fuel,coolant).Smoothness/effectiveness of flight controlsand trim.

Fix every discrepancy before next flight!!!!Evaluate data collected.