Helicopter Lesson Plans for the Schweizer 300

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Helicopter Lesson Plan for: Climbs and Descents

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Objective: Climb and descend using different techniques.

 

Controls: Cyclic - speed, heading Collective - climb/descent, Pedals - trim, Throttle - RPM

 

Technique:

Cyclic
  • 1. < 100ft change
  • 2. Slight aft cyclic for climb, forward for descent (10kts)
Collective
  • 1. > 100 ft climbs with ample distance
  • 2. Raise or lower collective as needed
  • 3. Pedals for trim
Collective and cyclis
  • 1. Steep climbs and descents
  • 2. Preferred technique

Hazards (solutions):

  • 1. Rollover (proper use of cyclic and collective, improper setdown, clear area)
  • 2. Striking Object (clear area - left,right,tail)
  • 3. Observe manifold pressure changes on airspeed
  • 4. Hover power should read 70kts.

Errors (solutions):

  • 1. Failure to maintain heading
  • 2. Failure to maintain altitude
  • 3. Failure to maintain trim
Student must focus outside, not at instruments.