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Old 30th Jun 2012, 03:41
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lelebebbel
 
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R44 ROD in Auto at 60kts is less than 1800fpm. The published figure of 4.7:1 can be achieved when using the max. range configuration (90%RRPM/90kts)
At 90kts (= 9,100ft/min) forward speed, you would get 4.7:1 at a descent rate of just under 2,000fpm.


I would imagine the low-rpm horn would be going off.
Yes. Minimum allowable RRPM in autorotation is 90% though, so you are within limits.

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