Flight Training Lesson 1

1.0 Hours Dual; Pre/Post Flight Discussion 0.5 Hours

Objective

This lesson introduces the left seat of a Robinson helicopter and sharpens proficiency in basic flight maneuvers.

Elements

Introduction to the Left Seat

• Cockpit management
• Transfer of controls
• Engine starting and rotor engagement
• Engine/systems check
• Pre-takeoff/landing checks
• Engine shutdown and secure A/C
• Sight picture from left seat
• Radio communication procedure from the left seat
• Use of governor from left seat
• Use of carburetor heat from left seat

Left Seat Practice: Basic Flight Maneuvers

• Vertical takeoff to a hover
• Hovering
• Hovering maneuvers
• Taxiing
• Normal takeoff from a hover
• Normal takeoff from the surface
• Straight and level flight
• Turns
• Normal climb and descent
• Ground reference maneuvers
• Traffic patterns
• Normal approach to a hover
• Normal approach to the surface
• Go-Around

Schedule

Study Assignments

• Rotorcraft Flying Handbook -- Chapter 9 (review)

Completion Standards

At the completion of this lesson, the student shall exhibit knowledge of piloting a Robinson helicopter from the left seat and perform the listed maneuvers within commercial standards.

Instructor's Evaluation and Recommendations:

Flight Training Record, Lesson 1

Any deviations from the completion standards should be noted in the previous section. After completing an item in the Elements section, place a check mark next to that item.

• Student Name:
• Instructor Name/CFI#/expiration:
• Date of Lesson:
• Aircraft Type/Registration:
• Route of Flight:
• Number of Landings:
• Hours Dual/Solo:
• Hours Cross-Country:
• Hours Night:
• Hours Simulated Instrument: