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Describe other systems installed in the aircraft that are likely to be used by the flight crew to operate the aircraft.
21.1.2          Describe the location and operation of emergency equipment installed on the aircraft.

Unit 3.2.2                                   TYPH:  Pilot type rating – helicopter

1.                       Reserved

2.                       Helicopter limitations and documentation
2.1.1              State aircraft limitations and demonstrate ability to locate information contained in the RFM and POH, if applicable.
2.1.2              Perform pre-flight inspection and determine serviceability of the aircraft for flight.
2.1.3              Apply MEL and Configuration Deviation List (CDL), where applicable.
2.1.4              Determine the effects of ADs, ASB/SB where pilot action may be required, as applicable to type.
2.1.5              Awareness of licensing obligations for variants, where applicable.

3.                       Weight and balance
3.1.1              Calculate CG for aircraft and determine if within prescribed limits.
3.1.2              The effects of configuration changes on CG, if any.
3.1.3              The effects of fuel use and the management of the CG, if any.
3.1.4              The effects of changes to CG on aircraft performance.
3.1.5              Aircraft weight limitations, loading limits, cargo hold limitations, and any load/weight limitations for operational equipment contained in the flight manual supplement.

4.                       Meteorology and adverse weather operations
4.1.1              Interpret weather forecasts typically required to conduct a flight in the helicopter.
4.1.2              State the requirements for low-visibility operations.
4.1.3              Describe the effect on helicopter operations of the following:
(a)           ice, slush or snow (contaminated runway);
(b)           turbulence penetration;
(c)           heavy rain or falling snow;
(d)           windshear and localised environments (as applicable);
(e)           cold weather operations (as applicable);
(f)             low-visibility operations (as applicable).

5.                       Aerodynamics and performance
5.1.1              Describe basic aerodynamics for single main rotor, tandem rotor or coaxial system, as appropriate.
5.1.2              Describe the effect of changes in airspeed on drag and, therefore, performance.
5.1.3              Describe the minimum climb gradient performance requirements for each segment for helicopters that are certified as an air transport helicopter.
5.1.4              Describe the following aerodynamic effects as they apply to the particular helicopter:
(a)           ground resonance;
(b)           dynamic rollover;
(c)           tail rotor drift and tail rotor roll;
(d)           flapback and inflow roll;
(e)           vortex ring;
(f)             retreating blade stall;
(g)           autorotation;
(h)           loss of tail rotor effectiveness.
5.1.5              Determine the airspeeds to meet performance requirements for different configurations and phases of flight.
5.1.6              Describe stall characteristics and limits of normal operating envelope.
5.1.7              Discuss the meteorological performance limiting factors.
5.1.8              Discuss any unique operational characteristics, including terrain and environment.

6.                       Fuel and engine oil systems
6.1.1              Describe the following in relation to the aircraft's fuel system:
(a)           location of fuel tank/s and capacity;
(b)           normal and non-normal fuel system operation and distribution;
(c)           location and type of pumps used;
(d)           vents system and location of vents and drains;
(e)           system controls