12/8/2006 FLIGHT TRAINING AND STANDARDS MANUAL
ECLIPSE 500
© Eclipse Aviation Corporation, 2006
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Departure
An engine failure on climbout with airspeed above Vyse gives the pilot a few more
options. Knowledge of single engine performance is still critical to determine the extent
of those options. If an engine failure occurs on departure, immediately set APR, apply
appropriate rudder for coordinated flight and pitch to maintain level flight. After
declaring an emergency, returning to the departure airport is the most desired option.
Keep in mind that the highest priority at the time is “maintain aircraft control”. Fly the
airplane!
NOTE
During actual aircraft flight training, the engine failure will be induced by the instructor
slowly bringing one of the throttles to idle. This will occur at an altitude at least 500’
AGL and airspeed not less than Vyse.
Cruise
An engine failure while en route probably will occur well above the maximum altitude
that can be maintained on one engine (single engine absolute ceiling). As a result, a
gradual descent (driftdown) will occur.
For optimum performance immediately set Automatic Power Reserve (APR) thrust on
the operating engine and maintain level flight at or above V
YSE
. If it is not already on,
consider engaging the autopilot. Allow the airspeed to decay in level flight until reaching
Vyse. If airspeed continues to decrease, begin a gradual descent controlling pitch to
maintain Vyse.
Anytime you have an engine abnormal, identifying the affected engine is absolutely
critical. When identifying the affected engine, use all indicators at your disposal (engine
indicators, rudder pedal displacement, yaw indicator, and CAS messages).
After identifying the proper engine, execute any memory items that may apply and
execute the appropriate abnormal checklist.
Advise ATC of your situation, declare an emergency and request assistance as
circumstances require. Select the nearest suitable airport and turn toward it.
NOTE
During actual aircraft flight training, the engine failure will be induced by the instructor
slowly bringing one of the throttles to idle. This will occur at an altitude at least 500’
AGL and airspeed not less than Vyse.
Approach
During the approach phase, do not slow the aircraft below Vyse until landing is assured.
This will likely dictate a flaps TO approach due to flap airspeed limitation. Once landing
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