Warning

(1-1,1-2)

An operating procedure, practice, etc., which if not correctly followed, could result in personal injury or loss of life.

Caution 

(1-1, 1-2)  

An operating procedure, practice, etc., which if not strictly observed, could result in damage to or destruction of equipment.

Note

(1-1,1-2)

An operating procedure, condition, etc., which is essential to highlight.

Turbine Outlet Temperature Limits

(5-4, 5-10)

Note: The Red Warning Light illuminates when either of the following conditions are exceeded: 810 to 927 ⁰C for 10 seconds, or higher than 927 ⁰C.

100 to 738⁰C Continuous Operation

738 to 810⁰C Take-off Power Range (5 Min Limit)

810⁰C Maximum

810 to 843⁰C, 6 second transient (Not to be used intentionally).

927⁰C Maximum during Starting and Shutdown (10 seconds Maximum).

Torque Meter Limits

(5-6,5-13)

0 to 85% Continuous Operation

>85 to 100% Take-off Power Range (5 Min. Limit)

100% Maximum

Transient Torque Limit is 100 to 110% (5 second Maximum). INTENTIONAL USE IS PROHIBITED

Wind Limitations

(5-10, 5-21)

a. The helicopter can be started in a maximum wind velocity of 45 knots and a maximum gust spread of 15 knots.

Note

Gust spreads are not normally reported. To obtain spread, compare minimum and maximum velocities. 

b. Maximum wind for hovering is 35 knots crosswind and 30 knots tailwind.

c. For hover operations at gross weights above 3200 lbs:

    1. IGE manuevers - refer to chapter 8.

    2. OGE manuevers - calm wind only.