Category A Operations
Takeoff and Landing Procedures
CSP
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902RFM207E
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ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD900 (902 Configuration with PW 207E)
FAA Approved
Reissue 2
Revision 4
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PART III
TAKEOFF AND LANDING PROCEDURES
NOTE
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This section contains both normal and emergency procedures for Category A
takeoffs and landings as well as special procedures for equipment malfunctions.
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3.1. CLEAR AIRFIELD TAKEOFF PROCEDURES
Takeoff timer operation and check:
To start the takeoff timer, push up on the TAKEOFF TIMER switch (Ref.
Figure 11-3.1). This action turns on the yellow NO-GO light. After 8 seconds,
the green GO light illuminates.
To shutoff the takeoff timer, push down on the TAKEOFF TIMER switch a second
time.
The TAKEOFF TIMER switch is not functional on the copilot's collective (if dual
controls are installed).
NOTE
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The GO and NO
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GO lights dim when the LIGHT MASTER switch is placed in
the ON (‘‘night mode’’) position.
Follow the above procedure prior to performing a clear airfield takeoff.
NO-GO
GO
YELLOW
NO-GO LIGHT
GREEN
GO LIGHT
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TAKEOFF TIMER
SWITCH
Figure 11
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3.1. Takeoff Timing Indicator Lights and Switch
NOTE
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TDP is a point that occurs 8 seconds after the takeoff procedure is initiated.
The takeoff light will display a yellow ‘‘NO
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GO’’ indication for 8 seconds.
At the TDP, the green ‘‘GO’’ indicator illuminates.
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