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G2 Take-off gyroplane

1 Unit description
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to complete pre-take-off checks, take-off gyroplane into wind and in cross-wind conditions and perform after take-off checks in a gyroplane.

2 Elements and performance criteria
2.1 G2.1 – Carry out pre-take-off procedures
       (a) correctly identify critical airspeeds, configurations, and emergency and abnormal procedures for normal and cross-wind take-offs;
       (b) brief on plan of action to ensure the safest outcome in the event of abnormal or emergency operations;
       (c) apply correction for the existing wind;
       (d) perform pre-take-off and line-up checks;
       (e) ensure approach path is clear of conflicting traffic and other hazards before lining up for take-off;
       (f) align the gyroplane on the runway centreline in take-off direction.
2.2 G2.2 – Take-off gyroplane
       (a) apply the controls correctly to maintain longitudinal alignment on the centreline of the runway, if appropriate, before initiating and during the take-off;
       (b) adjust the power controls taking into account the existing conditions;
       (c) monitor power controls, settings, and instruments during take-off;
       (d) apply power to accelerate gyroplane and achieve flying rotor RPM in accordance with appropriate aircraft flight manual;
       (e) prevent blade flap;
       (f) use throttle and controls to balance gyroplane on main gear before lift-off;
       (g) achieve desired rotor RPM for flight not later than minimum power speed;
       (h) perform the take-off applying the required pitch, roll and yaw inputs as appropriate in a smooth, coordinated manner;
       (i) trim the gyroplane accurately (if applicable);
       (j) perform gear retractions, power adjustments (as applicable) and other required pilot-related activities;
       (k) maintain flight path along the runway extended centreline as required;
       (l) maintain climb speed at best angle or best rate while observing height-velocity diagram considerations;
       (m) recognise take-off abnormalities and take appropriate action to reject take-off (can be simulated);
       (n) reduce take-off power to climb power in accordance with the aircraft flight manual.
2.3 G2.3 – Take-off gyroplane in a cross-wind
       (a) perform a take-off in a gyroplane making appropriate adjustments for cross-wind conditions;
       (b) maintain the runway centreline and extended centreline.
2.4 G2.4 – Carry out after take-off procedures
       (a) perform after take-off check;
       (b) maintain the appropriate climb segment at the nominated heading and airspeed;
       (c) manoeuvre according to local and standard procedures;
       (d) maintain traffic separation.
2.5 G2.5 – Take-off gyroplane from 'short field'
       (a) perform take-off in gyroplane to achieve the minimum length take-off performance;
       (b) perform take-off in gyroplane to achieve the obstacle clearance parameters.
2.6 G2.6 – Take-off gyroplane from 'rough or soft field'
       (a) perform take-off in gyroplane to achieve the minimum ground roll during take-off;
       (b) accelerate gyroplane in ground effect to achieve climb speed.
3 Range of variables
       (a) sealed, gravel and