MD Helicopters MD900 with PW206E, Flight Manual

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CSP–900RFM206E–1
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD900 With PW 206E
Performance Data
FAA Approved
Original
5–22
5–7. RATE OF CLIMB – AEO
Description: These charts show the rate of climb vs pressure altitude at twin engine
(AEO) MCP (Ref. Figure 5−17 thru Figure 5−23) or TOP (Figure 5−24 thru
Figure 5−30) at the best rate of climb speed.
NOTE
: These charts based on an electrical load of 30%, heater off, and air-conditioning
off.
Use of Chart: The following example explains the correct use of the chart in
Figure 5−17.
Example :
Wanted: Rate of climb
Known: Pressure altitude = 3000 feet
Known: Outside air temperature = 20
°
C
Method: Enter the left side of chart at the known pressure altitude of 3000 feet.
Move to the right to the 20
°
C temperature curve and then directly down
to read rate of climb of 3580 feet per minute.