Copyright of RotorSport UK Ltd
Document number RSUK0060
Page 42 of 101 Page issue 2, dated 12.09.11
4.4 FLIGHT OPERATION
The manual is not replacement for theoretical as well as practical training as
operates this machine. Failure to take appropriate instruction can have fatal
consequences. Before commencing flight operations, and before each flight, the
pilot must complete a visual check of the autogyro. Expertise necessary to do this
it is obtained during the pilot training.
4.5 NORMAL PROCEDURES AND CHECK LIST
ENGINE START PREPARATION
The engine must only be started if the pilot’s seat is occupied by a person trained in the
aircraft operation.
Sect 6.2 gives the basic control layout. For warning lamp functions see table in sect 6.3.
Control elements, functions and operation are as follows:
Check list before starting
1. Safety belts on and secure, including pilot shoulder strap link to rear attachment
2. Headsets secure
3. Parking brake on
Item function
Status
Operation
Main switch (9) key
OFF
Turn anticlockwise
ON
Position centre
START
Turn fully clockwise (spring
return to centre)
Throttle (4)
CLOSED (IDLE)
Pull to the rear
FULL POWER
Push forward
Choke (5)
ON
Pull lever back to the rear
OFF
Release (spring return)
Ignition switch (23)
IGNITION ON
Both switches up
IGNITION OFF
Both switches down
Brake (6)
ENGAGED
Operate by pulling the hand
lever back to the throttle lever.
Lock if needed with pawl.
OFF
Squeeze lever to throttle and
unlock pawl spring – open
hand.
Fuel cock
ON
In line with safety red cover,
cover down.
OFF
At 90 degrees to safety cover
Fuel level (12)
Fuel level must visible
on the tank side, to
the level required for
the flight
Also view fuel gauge for same
reading as on tank