EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
RSUK0287_POH_Cavalon Revision 2, Issue Date 24.06.2015 3-1
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SECTION 3 -
This chapter contains the check lists and procedures to be executed in emergency
situations.
Emergencies due to defects of the gyroplane or its engine are extremely unlikely if the
aircraft is checked thoroughly before each flight, and maintained in accordance with the
AMM. If there an emergency does occur, follow the appropriate guidelines below. These
procedures do not replace the pilot’s appreciation of the individual situation.
3.1 Engine Failure
In case of an engine failure the following action is recommended:
Engine failure during take-off run
Maintain directional control using sensitive but appropriate pedal input
With the rotor/stick remaining aft, let gyroplane decelerate. Wheel brakes may be
used to assist
At walking speed level-off rotor disc, use wheel brakes and bring rotor to a stop
Engine failure after lift-off and below 150 ft AGL
The climb-out should be performed according to the Height-Velocity-Diagram
in CHAPTER 5
When engine failure occurs, immediately lower nose to enter glide attitude
Continue straight ahead – a 180 turn back to the airfield may be a bad option
Maintain airspeed until ground is approached, then perform flare
Depending on final approach speed be prepared to flare more distinctly than normal
Engine failure at or above 150 ft AGL
Consider wind speed and direction
Select a suitable landing site
If time allows, a restart may be attempted, see “Air restart procedure” below
Perform a landing into wind and/or upslope if possible
Prior to touch-down switch OFF Main Switch
WARNING
Engine failure at high speed, hands-off, will result in a nose drop, requiring
pilot intervention to raise the nose. At light weight the nose drop will be rapid.
WARNING
Always plan your route to remain within safe gliding distance to areas where a
safe forced landing can be performed in case of an engine failure. A landing in
high trees or open waters may end fatally.
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