Term
| What is the minimum permitted fuel reserve for helicopters (95.151(b))? |
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Definition
| 20 minutes (taking into consideration the wind and forecast weather conditions!) |
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Term
| What is the minimum altitude at which helicopters can fly (91.119)? |
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Definition
- Below an altitude allowing, if a power unit fails, an emergency landing without undue hazard to persons or property on the surface.
- Also must comply with any routes or altitudes specifically prescribed for helicopters by the Administrator.
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Term
| What instruments and equipment are required for day VFR flight? |
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Definition
- Airspeed indicator
- Altimeter
- Compass
- Tachometer for each engine
- Oil pressure gauge for each engine
- Coolant temperature gauge for each liquid cooled engine
- Oil temperature gauge for each air cooled engine
- Manifold pressure gauge for each altitude engine
- Fuel gauge indicating quantity in each tank
- Landing gear position indicator if applicable
- Seat belts for all seats, shoulder harnesses for front seat
- Emergency locator transmitter
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Term
| What instruments and equipment are required for VFR night flight? |
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Definition
- Same as day VFR plus...
- Position/navigation lights
- Anti-collision lights
- Adequate source of electrical power
- One set of spare fuses accessible to pilot in flight (only if fuses are employed)
- Electric landing light if aircraft is for hire
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Term
| Is an ELT required to be installed? |
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Definition
| No, unless doing Part 135 operations. |
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Term
| Can a helicopter accept a special VFR clearance at night? |
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Definition
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Term
| Can a helicopter fly under Special VFR if the flight visibility is less than one mile? |
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Definition
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Term
| Can a helicopter take off under Special VFR if the ground visibility is less than one mile? |
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Definition
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Term
| What are the day and night minimum flight visibilities for helicopters operating in Class G airspace below 1200 feet (91.155 as of March 2014) |
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Definition
| Day, one half mile, night one mile |
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