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will achieve maximum range and endurance.

[35] Schedule 3, Appendix 1., Section 1.9, Unit 1.9.8   COPG:   CPL operations, performance and planning – gyroplane – Reserved
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Unit 1.9.8 COPG: CPL operations, performance and planning – gyroplane

    1. Operational knowledge

    1.1 Aerodromes and gyroplane landing areas (ALAs)

         1.1.1 ALAs are included as a topic in this syllabus for the purposes of a pilot's responsibilities in accordance with CAR and CASR.

         1.1.2 Explain and apply the following terms used in CASA publications and documents:
         (a) take-off distance available (TODA);
         (b) take-off distance required (TODR);
         (c) landing distance available (LDA);
         (d) landing distance required (LDR).

         1.1.3 Determine whether a given aerodrome or ALA is suitable for a gyroplane to take off and land safely in accordance with guidelines contained in CASA guidance material.

    2. Climb, cruise and descent performance

    2.1 From typical charts or tables extract/determine the following data for climb, cruise and descent:
         (a) time, speed, distance, fuel flow/quantity;
         (b) appropriate engine settings;
         (c) rates of climb/descent;
         (d) the conditions under which a gyroplane will achieve maximum range and endurance.

    3. Forward climb performance

    3.1 Given graphical or tabular information typical of that provided in an aircraft flight manual for a single-engine gyroplane, extract the following:
         (a) the best rate of climb for various conditions of pressure altitude, temperature and weight;
         (b) the service ceiling for various conditions of pressure altitude, temperature and weight.

    4. Cruise performance

    4.1 Given graphical or tabular information typical of that provided in an aircraft flight manual for a single-engine gyroplane, calculate the following:
         (a) maximum payload which may be carried after determining the fuel requirements and the nature of the operation;
         (b) endurance for holding or search for various combinations of gyroplane weight and fuel;
         (c) maximum range, given weight, fuel carried and cruising altitude.

    5. Weight and balance

    5.1 Given a typical aircraft flight manual for a single-engine gyroplane:
         (a) extract the following weight and balance information:
          (i) MTOW;
          (ii) capacity and arm of the baggage lockers;
          (iii) capacity, arm, grade and specific gravity of the fuel;
          (iv) location and arms of the seating;
         (b) determine the forward, aft and lateral limits of the CG for a given weight in the case of the above gyroplane;
         (c) determine whether the gyroplane is safely loaded for flight given various combinations of weight and balance data using arithmetical methods or the specified loading system for the gyroplane;
         (d) calculate the adjustment of load required to achieve a CG within specified limits if previously determined to be outside limits;
         (e) calculate where to position additional load items so that the CG is retained within the specific limits.

    6. Flight plan preparation

    6.1 Apply the responsibilities of a pilot