The Engine and Electrical System | |
Introduction | p. 7 |
The Reciprocating (Piston) Engine | p. 8 |
The Ignition System | p. 12 |
The Induction System | p. 15 |
Engine Cooling | p. 22 |
The Lubrication System | p. 23 |
Hydraulic Systems | p. 24 |
The Electrical System | p. 26 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 29 |
Flight Instruments | |
Introduction | p. 31 |
Pitot-Static System | p. 32 |
Gyroscopes | p. 40 |
Vacuum Systems | p. 44 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 45 |
Magnetism and Compasses | p. 47 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 52 |
Helicopter Performance | |
Introduction | p. 54 |
Effects of Temperature and Altitude | p. 54 |
Density Altitude | p. 55 |
Performance Charts | p. 58 |
Airworthiness | |
Documentation | p. 63 |
Pilot's Responsibility | p. 70 |
Vibrations | p. 71 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 72 |
Fire | |
Fire Extinguishers | p. 74 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 77 |
Hydraulic Systems | |
Fundamentals of Hydraulics | p. 78 |
Hydraulic Fluids | p. 84 |
Hydraulic System Components | p. 86 |
A Simple Hydraulic System | p. 91 |
Bell 206 JetRanger Hydraulic System | p. 93 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 96 |
Gas-Turbine Engines | |
Introduction | p. 101 |
Gas Turbines - General | p. 107 |
Compressors | p. 109 |
Turbine Assemblies | p. 113 |
Combustion Systems | p. 115 |
Exhaust Systems | p. 117 |
Lubrication Systems | p. 118 |
Cooling, Air Sealing and Heating Systems | p. 119 |
Summary of Gas Turbines | p. 120 |
The Allison 250 Series Turboshaft Engine | p. 124 |
Fundamentals of the Allison 250 Series Turboshaft Engine | p. 150 |
More About Compressor Stall | p. 152 |
Allison 250 Series - Helicopter Engine Control | p. 154 |
Basic Helicopter Flying Controls | p. 157 |
Effects of Low Rotor RPM | p. 160 |
Flying Your Turbine Helicopter | p. 161 |
Typical Examination Questions | p. 166 |
Index | p. 168 |
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