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Old 10th Feb 2009, 03:33
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Canuck Guy
 
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What calls are the PF responsible for?
The ones outlined in the SOP's

What is a good hover height (S76)?
Whatever you're comfortable with, keeping in mind the low hanging tail. Three foot wheel height is nice IMO.

What is VTOS in the S76 series?
52 Kts in the A at least, not sure if others are different.

Should we call VBROC/Vy
No need if VFR, but call it if you want to. Nothing wrong with that.

What speed should the gear be retracted?
Vne gear down is 130 Kts I think, should be up well before that. Vtoss is a nice easy target for gear up.

What altitude should the gear be retracted?
Common altitudes are 100' AGL day VFR, or 400' IFR or night.

Should the search light be on in Cruise flight?
Keep it on if you want, but don't move it unless below say 100 kts or you'll wear out the gears that drive it.

What speed should the gear be extended at?
Common speed is 100 Kts

At what distance/time out should the Pre-Landing check be complete?
Before you land. Sorry couldn't resist! But honestly the pre landing checks should be done well before LDP. Once you drop the gear it takes just a few seconds to bang of the checks... tons of time.

Who performs the approach at your destination?
The PF

Who manipulates the Brakes and Throttles? (PM or PF)
The PF, except in emergencies that call for inflight throttle manipulation, then it's the PNF's job.

Who gets out and guides the passengers?
Left seat pilot

Who fuels the aircraft if a fuel stop is necessary?
Left seat pilot

Who does the Take-off from a platform?
PF (right seat)

Good topic, should be interesting to see what others say.
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