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ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD900 (902 Configuration with PW 207E)
Normal Procedures
FAA Approved
Reissue 2
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14. NOISE IMPACT REDUCTION PROCEDURES
Safe operation of the helicopter always has the highest priority.
Utilize the following procedures only when they will not conflict
with safe helicopter operation.
Certain flight procedures are recommended to minimize noise impact on surrounding
areas. It is imperative that every pilot subject the public to the least possible noise
while flying the helicopter.
Takeoff:
Takeoff using maximum takeoff power at the speed for best rate of climb (Ref.
Section V).
Proceed away from noise sensitive areas.
If takeoff must be made over noise sensitive area, distance (altitude) is the best
form of noise suppression.
Cruise
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Maintain 1000 feet minimum altitude where possible.
Maintain speed of no more than 110 KIAS over populated areas.
Coordinated turns at around the speed for best rate of climb cause no appreciable
change in noise.
Sharper turns reduce area exposed to noise.
Approach
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Use steepest glideslope consistent with passenger comfort and safety.
Noise characteristics data is provided in Section V.
CAUTION
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