9-11 Ground Handling Wheels (continued)
B. Removal
1. Refer to Figure 9-1. Pull ground handling wheel handle in forward arc (lowers
helicopter) until handle is in unlocked position, parallel with the skid. Remove spindle
from skid-mounted support and remove wheel assembly. Repeat step to remove
second wheel assembly.
2. Retract handle by depressing locking pins and sliding handle in until pins engage
inner holes. Verify security.
9-12 Moving Helicopter on Ground Handling Wheels
1. Position main rotor blades approximately fore and aft and apply rotor brake.
2. Install ground handling wheels per Section 9-11.
3. Verify ground handling area is free of foreign object debris.
4. Have one person pull down on tail rotor gearbox until skid tubes are parallel with the
ground. During ground handling, balance helicopter to minimize wear on forward skid
shoes and rear extensions.
NOTE
Steer helicopter by gripping the tail rotor gearbox, aft tailcone
section, or inboard part of horizontal stabilizer between tailcone
and vertical stabilizers.
CAUTION
Do not steer helicopter by gripping the tail rotor guard, vertical
stabilizers, outboard part of horizontal stabilizer, tail rotor, tail
rotor controls, or tail skid.
5. a. If moving helicopter forward, nose first: Open engine cowling door(s). Have one
person (or two people) push on the engine door frame(s) forward ledge.
b. If moving helicopter backward, tail first: Have one person (or two people) push on
either side of nose vent.
9-13 Ground Handling Carts
The R66 can be handled by one person using the MT950-1 Universal ground handling cart.
Product specifications, as well as MT950 Operating Instructions, Maintenance Manuals,
and Illustrated Parts Catalogs are available on our website, www.robinsonheli.com, under
the Customer Support tab.
9-14 Ground Power Start
See R66 Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) Section 4.
SEP 2012 R66 Maintenance Manual Chapter 9 Ground Handling Page 9.3
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