EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
AutoGyro_FOM_MTOsport Revision 5.0 – Issue Date 01.04.2011 3-1
SECTION 3 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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 seldom if the
aircraft is checked thoroughly before each flight and continuously maintained. If there
should occur a case of emergency anyhow, the guidelines of this chapter are to be followed
in order to manage the emergency.
This gyroplane, like most recreational air vehicles, is fitted with a non-certified engine. This
means that there may be a higher risk of engine failure than with a certified aircraft engine,
with the associated risks of damage or injury as the result of an unplanned landing.
Therefore strict compliance with the engine manufacturer’s maintenance schedules,
operational procedures and any additional instructions is essential. The aircraft must always
be flown with the risk of engine failure in mind, and must not be flown over any areas where
a forced landing cannot be safely executed.
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
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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