CSP-HE/HS-1
General
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD 500
(Models 369HE/HS/HM
)
Revision 6
1-1
SECTION I
GENERAL
1-1. INTRODUCTION
The Pilot’s Flight Manual has been prepared with one very fundamental goal
in mind; that is, to provide the pilot with all information necessary to accom−
plish the intended mission with the maximum amount of efficiency and safety.
NOTE
:
Unless otherwise stated, information presented in this manual pertains to both
Model 369HE or 369HS helicopters equipped with the Allison 250-C18 or
250-C20 engines. When information is affected by model designation or engine
configuration, that information will be so noted. Be sure to select the appropriate
data for model type and engine installed.
1-2. SCOPE
This manual meets all FAA requirements for APPROVED DATA and that data
is so designated.
MDHI has included additional supplemental data which is intended to provide
the pilot with information that enhances and eases his task.
1-3. HELICOPTER CERTIFICATION
The helicopter is certified by the Federal Aviation Administration under FAA
Type Certificate Number H3WE.
The FAA model designations are − Models 369HE and 369HS.
The MDHI commercial designation is − MD 500.
The FAA/ICAO aircraft type designator is HU50.
Certification of the aircraft has been accomplished in accordance with all appli−
cable United States Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Adminis−
tration Regulations in the normal helicopter category.
