3-1. ENGINE FAILURE
NOTE: The indication of an engine malfunction, either a partial or
complete power loss are:
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A change in engine noise
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Left yaw
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Drop in engine RPM
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Drop in rotor RPM
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Low RPM audio alarm
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Illumination of the ENG OUT warning light
The failure indicators are actuated when N
1
falls below 55%.
Operation of the system may be checked when the engine is
inoperative with the battery and generator switch ON.
A proper air start may be attempted at the pilot’s discretion. (Refer
to Para 3-13.)
Reduce airspeed to 94 KIAS or lower after entering autorotation (see
Vne placard). Maintain rotor speed between 410 and 504 RPM by
use of collective control.
Proceed with autorotational descent and landing (Para 3-2, 3-3, 3-4
and 4-10.)
Emergency Procedures
Pilot's Flight Manual
Schweizer RSG, LLC.
Model
269D
Helicopter
3-2
Reissued:
16
Jan 2019
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FAA Approved
Book 3.indd 70
8/4/19 1:25 PM