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ENSTROM 280FX OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Rev. 6
Report No. 28-AC-020
Feb 21/12
Figure 8-1. Autorotation RPM Schedule for Sea Level
Base Altitude
Example:
RPM checked passing through 2000 ft pressure altitude. OAT
at this altitude: 45
°
F (7
°
C); Density altitude is 1500 ft;
Aircraft weight when RPM was checked: 2110 lb.
* Autorotation RPM should be 367 with collective full down.
Check RPM in steady 60 MPH autorotation with the collective
full down. Record pressure altitude (altimeter set to 29.92),
OAT, rotor RPM, and aircraft weight.
Do not exceed 385 RPM or drop below 332 RPM.
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