Normal Procedures
CSP-HE/HS-1
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD 500
(Models 369HE/HS/HM)
Revision 5
4-5
FAA Approved
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Rotor system:
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Main rotor hub, pitch control rods, blade dampers for
correct phasing, swashplate and mast
CHECK
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Main rotor strap pack
CHECK
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Blade and damper attach pins
CHECK
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Main rotor blade root fittings and lead−lag link
assemblies for cracks.
CHECK
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Main rotor blades for chordwise cracks on the underside
of the blade skin and doubler.
CHECK
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Engine air inlet
NO OBSTRUCTIONS
If helicopter has been standing in falling snow, clear engine inlet
area
and surrounding skin areas of all accumulated snow and ice.
Open plenum chamber door and inspect the inlet screen and
particle separator (if installed) for ice and snow blockage.
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Oil cooler air inlet
CHECK
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All inspection panels and cabin doors
SECURED
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Fuel level; cap security
CHECK
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Engine oil level; cap security
CHECK
NOTE
:
Engine oil level should be checked within 15 minutes after shutdown.
TAILBOOM AND TAIL ROTOR
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Tailboom
NO DAMAGE
ALLOWED
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Antennas (if installed)
CHECK
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Position and anti collision lights
CHECK
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Stabilizers and strut for obvious damage. Check for secure
attachment.
CHECK
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Tail skid
CHECK
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Tail rotor transmission:
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Tail rotor transmission attach bolt faying surfaces for
evidence of movement.
CHECK
CAUTION
