OPERATION ON SHORT FIELD
THE SHORT FIELD PROCEDURE CAN BE USED IN CONGESTED AREA
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROPRIATE OPERATING RULES.
GENERAL DATA
The minimum size for takeoff and landing area is 100 m (length) x 20 m
(width) (328 ft x 66 ft) (figure 2-3).
NOTE
The takeoff has to be initiated with the helicopter positioned 10 m
(33 ft) from the runway head as per the reference marks in figure 2-3.
Refer to the same reference marks for the touchdown during landing.
TAKEOFF DECISION POINT (TDP)
V
1
: 0 Kts GS.
Wheel height : 80 ft (25.4 m) AGL.
NOTE
Radio altimeter heights are normally shown in all flight path
profiles; barometric altitudes can also be used provided that a
correct ″zero setting″ is performed in accordance with the takeoff
procedure.
Figure 2-3. Minimum field size and example of marking.
RFM A109E
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