FIRST FLIGHT PREPERATIONS
___ Weather Conditions
__ Brief GRND team and ATC
__ Extensive Pre-Flight Inspection
__ Forward Center of Gravity
__ Comms set to 123.45
FIRST FLIGHT OBJECTIVES
__Determine Engine Reliability
__ Determine Basic Flight Characteristics/Trim
__ Land Safely
Date:
ACFT Test Flight Weight:
HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST CARD
Start testing at 1/2 predicted take off speed.
Increase test speed by 5 MPH at each pass.
RECORD RAISED NOSE WHEEL:_________MPH.
If control force is excessive, adjust trim.
Have grnd crew check brake temps.
POST HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT
Thouroughly inspect aircraft.____
NOTES:
FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT TEST CARD
Equipment: RPM, OIL PSI, Temps- Green.____
Airspeed indicator. ___
Altimeter-set. ___
All grnd testing and fix all deficiencies. ____
PRIOR TO FIRST FLIGHT
PI flown in last 30 days. ___
Weather good. ___
Airport personnel and emergency crew informed. ___
Markers at abort point. ___
Ground Crew : Radio, Binoculars, Recording Devices.
Ground observer 1/2 way down runway side.
Basic acft weight & balance /CG computed.
EAA Flight Advisor (form) evaluation c/w.
EAA Technical Advisor has looked aircraft over.
FIRST FLIGHT TEST CARD
a. Start Engine.
b. Accomplish before and taxi checklists.
c. Confirm Trim set at Take-Off mark.
d. Review: Projected Take-Off Speed_25-30 MPH.
Review: Projected Take-Off Distance_______feet.
e. Lineup on runway.
f. Takeoff: Note takeoff speed. ___________MPH.
HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT
1 Gound observer
1 Fire extinguisher
1 VHF radio for grnd observer set to 123.45
1 Portable Camera
1 Laptop computer as needed
PRE HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST
Review low speed taxi tests ensure all faults corrected
Fill fuel tank
Calculate CG
Set trim as needed.
Ease in power at 5 MPH increments.
HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT
Perform 180 deg. Turn at end of runway- alternate
direction of turns for even brake wear.
Record evaluations made during test.
Record Nose Wheel Rotation Speed. (LS)
If control forces are excessive, adjust trim.
Check Brake Temperature
Terminate test if temperature is too high.
Terminate if engine gets hot.
Mark takeoff trim position.
Inspect Aircraft thouroughly.
FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT SCRIPT
Notify tower and emergency crews of intentions
Mark abort point.
Takeoff- report on radio if not airborne at 1/2 mark.
Up & Away --Monitor flt with binoculars report anything
unusual, monitor flight time, remind when time to lan
Give assistance as needed.
Landing- Monitor flight path, report anyting unusual.
Report height above ground… 3 feet..2 feet.1 foot…
Inches…Touchdown. If touchdown does not occur prio
to 1/2 way down runway..report "Go Around"
Observer positioned 1/2 way down runway.
a. Start Engine- Note Hobbs time
b. Before and taxi checklists.
c. Trim set for take off.
d. 25-30 MPH projected takeoff speed.
projected Take -off distance feet.
e. Lineup on runway. Call if not airbourne by 1/2 mark.
f. RECORD TAKEOFF SPEED: MPH
g. Climb 400 ft., turn down wind. Continue Climb. RECORD TAKEOFF DISTANCE FEET
h. Level off at least 2,000 ft. AGL. g. projected best climb speed 55-65 MPH.
I. Check ENGINE h. projected cruise speed: 65-80 MPH.
j. Check FUEL I. Complete engine checks.
(control effectiveness) j. complete fuel checks.
k. Small rudder input, one way. (CONTROL EFFECTIVENESS) see upper block
l. Evaluate rudder control and a/c response- wait- k.RECORD RUDDER EVALUATION
repeat opposite direction. l. RECORD RUDDER EVALUATION
m. Evaluate lateral input and a/c response - wait- m. RECORD LATERAL EVAL.
repeat opposite direction. n. RECORD PITCH EVAL.
n. Evaluate longitudinal input and a/c response-wait- o. complete engine checks.
repeat opposite direction. p. complete fuel checks
o. CHECK ENGINE. fuel qty:
p. CHECK FUEL. fuel psi
(power effects) fuel flow:
a. Slowly reduce power to idle. (POWER EFFECTS)
b. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude. a. Slowly reduce power to idle
c. Slowly increase power to maximum rotor rpm. b. RECORD CONTOL FORCE EVAL.
d. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude. c. Slowly increase power to max rotor speed.
e. CHECK ENGINE. d. RECORD CONTROL FORCE EVAL.
f. CHECK FUEL. e. complete engine checks.
(slow flight evaluation) FLOOR ____________ft. f. complete fuel checks.
a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain fuel qty:
airspeed. fuel psi
b. Rudder left- Rudder right. fuel flow:
c. Pitch up- Pitch down. (SLOW FLIGHT EVALUATION) FLOOR: FT
d. note attitude: trim-forces- Vert. Vel. IND. a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain
Repeat until limits of rotor rpm. Note airspeed . airspeed.
e. CHECK ENGINE. b. Rudder left Record evaluation:
f. CHECK FUEL. c. Rudder Right Record evaluation:
(practice approach/ go around, return to airport.) d. RECORD ALTITUDE:
a. At altitude reduce power for 500 ft/min. descent. e. RECORD VERT. VELOCITY:
b. Note power setting, trim pitch. f. RECORD AIRSPEED:
c. Simulate flare no slower than rotor rpm.________. g.EVALUATE TRIM FORCES:
d. Simulate go-around- check control and climb. h. Repeat until limits of rotor rpm- note airspeed
e. CHECK FUEL. Record min. descent airspeed:
f. Repeat a-e until ready to return to airport. Record vertical velocity:
g. Accomplish landing checks. I. Clear Engine.
h. Inform Mission Monitor of RTB h Check Engine.
I. Fly straight-in and land just like practice. j. Check Fuel.
j. Taxi back, shutdown, inspect a/c. (PRACTICE APPROACH/GO AROUND, RETURN)
NOTES: DO NOT DESCEND BELOW FEET!!
a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain
airspeed.
b. Rudder left Record evaluation:
c. Rudder Right Record evaluation
d. Small pitch input -down Record evaluation
e. Small pitch input- up Record evaluation
f. Note: any unusual responses:
g.Observe pitch attitude.
h. Note stick forces.
I. Is trim effective? Y/N
j. Note any airframe or control buffet.
k. Slowly reduce airspeed by 5 MPH.
MAINTAIN ROTOR SPEED ABOVE 270 RPM
l. Note any increase in buffeting.
m. Full aft stick required.
n. Any unusual aircraft response? Y/N
o. Monitor engine instruments, Clear Engine.
REPEAT UNTIL LOW ROTOR RPM REACHED
p. Check fuel quantity.
q. NOTE FINAL AIRSPEED AT ROTOR RPM LIMIT.
Note: To recover aircraft apply forward stick, level acft,
then add power.
LANDING PRACTICE AT ALTITUDE.
a. Reduce power to establish a 500 ft/min descent.
b. Note power setting, trim setting, and pitch.
c. Simulate to flare.
d. Add power and simulate a go-around.
e. Note any abrupt acft motion? Y/N
Can you climb/accelerate? Y/N
If you encounter any adverse characteristics increase
airspeed by 5 MPH.
f. Check remaining Fuel.
Practice approaches at altitude until you are
confident in the aircraft and its performance.
Accomplish landing checks.
g. Inform ground crew and tower when you are ready
to land.
h. Fly straight in approach, use airspeeds you just
practiced, don't get slow, if approach does not look
good do a go-around.
I. Note: ground effect will make you float.
j. After landing, test rotor brake effectiveness.
k. Taxi to parking.
l. Accomplish shutdown checks.
m. Thoroughly inspect aircraft. Note Hobbs time end.
 PEED TAXI SCRIPT
bserver set to 123.45
GH SPEED TAXI TEST
tests ensure all faults corrected
H increments.
PEED TAXI SCRIPT
at end of runway- alternate
ven brake wear.
made during test.
otation Speed. (LS)
cessive, adjust trim.
Brake Temperature
erature is too high.
HT PRE-FLIGHT SCRIPT
gency crews of intentions
o if not airborne at 1/2 mark.
t with binoculars report anything
ht time, remind when time to land.
path, report anyting unusual.
round… 3 feet..2 feet.1 foot…
f touchdown does not occur prior
ay..report "Go Around"
2 way down runway.
d takeoff speed.
distance feet.
Call if not airbourne by 1/2 mark.
F SPEED: MPH
EVALUATE (high speed taxi)
Rudder Effectiveness Very----Not
Pitch Control Very---Not
Binding Controls None----Lots
Enigne Cooling Cold----Hot
Throttle Response Immediate----lags
Throttle Friction Too Much----Not Enough
Instrumentation Operational----Non functional
Oil Pressure RECORD
Oil Temperature RECORD
Fuel Temperature RECORD
OAT RECORD
Altimeter Setting RECORD
Density Altitude RECORD
Fuel Flow RECORD
NOSE WHEEL RAISED-RECORD MPH.
TAKEOFF TRIM POSITION.
Min. Maneuvering speed= LSx1.1
Max. Maneuvering speed=LSx1.5
Eng. Out glide speed=LSx1.5
Downwind speed=LSx1.3 (min)
Base Speed= LSx1.2 (min)
Final Approach/ Touchdown speed= LSx1.1
EVALUATE (flight-control effectiveness)
Rudder Effectiveness Very----Not
Pitch Control Very---Not
Binding Controls None----Lots
Enigne Cooling Cold----Hot
Throttle Response Immediate----lags
Throttle Friction Too Much----Not Enough
Instrumentation Operational----Non functional
Oil Pressure RECORD
Oil Temperature RECORD
Fuel Temperature RECORD
OAT RECORD
Altimeter Setting RECORD
Density Altitude RECORD
Fuel Flow RECORD
PROJECTED LIMITATIONS
MAX TAKEOFF WEIGHT 1540 LBS
CG LIMITS 6-8 DEGREES NOSE DOWN
VNE 100 MPH
MIN PRE ROTATION SPEED 150 RPM
FULL THROTTLE- MIN PRE ROT. V IS 200 RPM
ACCELERATION LIMIT +1g
ROTOR RPM LESS THAN 270 MUST BE AVOIDED
F DISTANCE FEET ROTOR RPM SINGLE: 310-325 RPM
speed 55-65 MPH. ROTOR RPM DUAL: 325-340 RPM
ed: 65-80 MPH. NORMAL RANGE SINGLE: 310-325 RPM
NORMAL RANGE DUAL: 325-340 RPM
NEVER EXCEED ROTOR SPEED: 395 RPM
see upper block ENGINE RPM (FLY): 1350-1700
EVALUATION ENGINE RPM CRUISE: 4200-4800 RPM
EVALUATION MAX ENG. SPEED 5500 RPM
MAX OIL TEMP: 230 DEG. F
MIN WATER TEMP: 150 DEG F
WATER TEMP NORMAL: 150-195 DEG F
WATER TEMP CAUTION: 195-219 DEG F
MAX WATER TEMP: 220 DEG. F
MIN OIL PSI (IDLE): 15 psi
NORMAL OIL PSI: 20-80 PSI
MAX OIL PSI: 100 PSI
MIN FUEL PSI: 3 PSI
FORCE EVAL. NORMAL FUEL PSI: 4-6 PSI
er to max rotor speed. AIRSPEED: 0-40 MPH
L FORCE EVAL. AIRSPEED: 40-99 MPH
AIRSPEED: NEVER EXCEED: VNE: 100MPH
Rotor Brake: Apply below rotor RPM of 80 RPM.
ACTUAL DATA FROM FLIGHT TESTING
Va, design manuever speed:
Vb design speed for max. gust intensity:
LUATION) FLOOR: FT Vc design cruising speed:
r to idle- descend to maintain Vd design diving speed
Vdf/Mdf demonstrated diving speed:
Vfc/Mfc maximum speed for stability characteristics
rd evaluation: Vh max. speed in level flt. With max. cont. power
Vlof lift off speed
Vmo/Mmo max. operating limit speed
Vne never-exceed-speed
Vno max. structural cruising speed
f rotor rpm- note airspeed Vr rotation speed
Vtoss takeoff safety speed for cat A rotorcraft
Vx speed for best angle of climb
Vy speed for best rate of climb
V2 Takeoff safety speed
Empty weight:
CH/GO AROUND, RETURN) Max. takeoff weight:
ELOW FEET!! Max. landing weight
r to idle- descend to maintain Gross weight:
CG setting:
Glide Ratio:
rd evaluation:
Record evaluation:
Record evaluation
 control buffet.
eed by 5 MPH.
PEED ABOVE 270 RPM

response? Y/N
uments, Clear Engine.
ROTOR RPM REACHED

PEED AT ROTOR RPM LIMIT.

ft apply forward stick, level acft,

AT ALTITUDE.
tablish a 500 ft/min descent.
trim setting, and pitch.

ulate a go-around.
motion? Y/N

dverse characteristics increase

at altitude until you are

aft and its performance.

and tower when you are ready

ach, use airspeeds you just

w, if approach does not look

will make you float.

or brake effectiveness.

aircraft. Note Hobbs time end.

 FLIGHT #2 TEST FLIGHT
___ Weather Conditions
__ Brief GRND team and ATC
__ Extensive Pre-Flight Inspection
__ Forward Center of Gravity
__ Comms set to 123.45

2ND FLIGHT OBJECTIVES

Validate Engine Reliability
Increase aircraft takeoff weight by 50 lbs
Expand fuel flow data
Increase test altitude by 1,000 feet
__ Determine Basic Flight Characteristics/Trim
__ Land Safely
Date:
ACFT Test Flight Weight:

HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST CARD

Start testing at 1/2 predicted take off speed.
Increase test speed by 5 MPH at each pass.
RECORD RAISED NOSE WHEEL:_________MPH.
If control force is excessive, adjust trim.
Have grnd crew check brake temps.
POST HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT
Thouroughly inspect aircraft.____
NOTES:

FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT TEST CARD

Equipment: RPM, OIL PSI, Temps- Green.____
Airspeed indicator. ___
Altimeter-set. ___
All grnd testing and fix all deficiencies. ____
PRIOR TO FIRST FLIGHT
PI flown in last 30 days. ___
Weather good. ___
Airport personnel and emergency crew informed. ___
Markers at abort point. ___
Ground Crew : Radio, Binoculars, Recording Devices.
Ground observer 1/2 way down runway side.
 FIRST FLIGHT TEST CARD
a. Start Engine.
b. Accomplish before and taxi checklists.
c. Confirm Trim set at Take-Off mark.
d. Review: Projected Take-Off Speed_________MPH.
Review: Projected Take-Off Distance_______feet.
e. Lineup on runway.
f. Takeoff: Note takeoff speed. ___________MPH.
g. Climb 400 ft., turn down wind. Continue Climb.
h. Level off at least 3,000 ft. AGL.
I. Check ENGINE
j. Check FUEL
(control effectiveness)
k. Small rudder input, one way.
l. Evaluate rudder control and a/c response- wait-
repeat opposite direction.
m. Evaluate lateral input and a/c response - wait-
repeat opposite direction.
n. Evaluate longitudinal input and a/c response-wait-
repeat opposite direction.
o. CHECK ENGINE.
p. CHECK FUEL.
(power effects)
a. Slowly reduce power to idle.
b. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude.
c. Slowly increase power to maximum rotor rpm.
d. Evaluate control forces to maintain attitude.
e. CHECK ENGINE.
f. CHECK FUEL.
(slow flight evaluation) FLOOR ____________ft.
a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain
airspeed.
b. Rudder left- Rudder right.
c. Pitch up- Pitch down.
d. note attitude: trim-forces- Vert. Vel. IND.
Repeat until limits of rotor rpm. Note airspeed .
e. CHECK ENGINE.
f. CHECK FUEL.
(practice approach/ go around, return to airport.)
a. At altitude reduce power for 500 ft/min. descent.
b. Note power setting, trim pitch.
c. Simulate flare no slower than rotor rpm.________.
d. Simulate go-around- check control and climb.
e. CHECK FUEL.
f. Repeat a-e until ready to return to airport.
g. Accomplish landing checks.
h. Inform Mission Monitor of RTB
I. Fly straight-in and land just like practice.
j. Taxi back, shutdown, inspect a/c.
NOTES:
 HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT
1 Gound observer
1 Fire extinguisher
1 VHF radio for grnd observer set to 123.45
1 Portable Camera
1 Laptop computer as needed

PRE HIGH SPEED TAXI TEST

Review low speed taxi tests ensure all faults corrected
Fill fuel tank
Calculate CG
Set trim as needed.
Ease in power at 5 MPH increments.

HIGH SPEED TAXI SCRIPT

Perform 180 deg. Turn at end of runway- alternate
direction of turns for even brake wear.
Record evaluations made during test.
Record Nose Wheel Rotation Speed.
If control forces are excessive, adjust trim.
Check Brake Temperature
Terminate test if temperature is too high.
Terminate if engine gets hot.
Mark takeoff trim position.
Inspect Aircraft thouroughly.
FIRST FLIGHT PRE-FLIGHT SCRIPT
Notify tower and emergency crews of intentions
Mark abort point.
Takeoff- report on radio if not airborne at 1/2 mark.
Up & Away --Monitor flt with binoculars report anything
unusual, monitor flight time, remind when time to land.
Give assistance as needed.
Landing- Monitor flight path, report anyting unusual.
Report height above ground… 3 feet..2 feet.1 foot…
Inches…Touchdown. If touchdown does not occur prior
to 1/2 way down runway..report "Go Around"
Observer positioned 1/2 way down runway.

a. Start Engine- Note Hobbs time

b. Before and taxi checklists.
c. Trim set for take off.
d. 25-30 MPH projected takeoff speed.
projected Take -off distance feet.
e. Lineup on runway. Call if not airbourne by 1/2 mark.
f. RECORD TAKEOFF SPEED: MPH
RECORD TAKEOFF DISTANCE FEET
g. projected best climb speed 55-65 MPH.
h. projected cruise speed: 65-80 MPH.
I. Complete engine checks.
j. complete fuel checks.
(CONTROL EFFECTIVENESS) see upper block
k.RECORD RUDDER EVALUATION
l. RECORD RUDDER EVALUATION
m. RECORD LATERAL EVAL.
n. RECORD PITCH EVAL.
o. complete engine checks.
p. complete fuel checks
fuel qty:
fuel psi
fuel flow:
(POWER EFFECTS)
a. Slowly reduce power to idle
b. RECORD CONTOL FORCE EVAL.
c. Slowly increase power to max rotor speed.
d. RECORD CONTROL FORCE EVAL.
e. complete engine checks.
f. complete fuel checks.
fuel qty:
fuel psi
fuel flow:
(SLOW FLIGHT EVALUATION) FLOOR: FT
a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain
airspeed.
b. Rudder left Record evaluation:
c. Rudder Right Record evaluation:
d. RECORD ALTITUDE:
e. RECORD VERT. VELOCITY:
f. RECORD AIRSPEED:
g.EVALUATE TRIM FORCES:
h. Repeat until limits of rotor rpm- note airspeed
Record min. descent airspeed:
Record vertical velocity:
I. Clear Engine.
h Check Engine.
j. Check Fuel.
(PRACTICE APPROACH/GO AROUND, RETURN)
DO NOT DESCEND BELOW FEET!!
a. Slowly reduce power to idle- descend to maintain
airspeed.
b. Rudder left Record evaluation:
c. Rudder Right Record evaluation:
d. Small pitch input -down Record evaluation:
e. Small pitch input- up Record evaluation
f. Note: any unusual responses:

g.Observe pitch attitude.

h. Note stick forces.
I. Is trim effective? Y/N
j. Note any airframe or control buffet.
k. Slowly reduce airspeed by 5 MPH.
MAINTAIN ROTOR SPEED ABOVE 270 RPM
l. Note any increase in buffeting.
m. Full aft stick required.
n. Any unusual aircraft response? Y/N
o. Monitor engine instruments, Clear Engine.
REPEAT UNTIL LOW ROTOR RPM REACHED
p. Check fuel quantity.
q. NOTE FINAL AIRSPEED AT ROTOR RPM LIMIT.
Note: To recover aircraft apply forward stick, level acft,
then add power.
LANDING PRACTICE AT ALTITUDE.
a. Reduce power to establish a 500 ft/min descent.
b. Note power setting, trim setting, and pitch.
c. Simulate to flare.
d. Add power and simulate a go-around.
e. Note any abrupt acft motion? Y/N
Can you climb/accelerate? Y/N
If you encounter any adverse characteristics increase
airspeed by 5 MPH.
f. Check remaining Fuel.
Practice approaches at altitude until you are
confident in the aircraft and its performance.
Accomplish landing checks.
g. Inform ground crew and tower when you are ready
to land.
h. Fly straight in approach, use airspeeds you just
practiced, don't get slow, if approach does not look
good do a go-around.
I. Note: ground effect will make you float.
j. After landing, test rotor brake effectiveness.
k. Taxi to parking.
l. Accomplish shutdown checks.
m. Thoroughly inspect aircraft. Note Hobbs time end.
EVALUATE (high speed taxi)
Rudder Effectiveness Very----Not
Pitch Control Very---Not
Binding Controls None----Lots
Enigne Cooling Cold----Hot
Throttle Response Immediate----lags
Throttle Friction Too Much----Not Enough
Instrumentation Operational----Non functional
Oil Pressure RECORD
Oil Temperature RECORD
Fuel Temperature RECORD
OAT RECORD
Altimeter Setting RECORD
Density Altitude RECORD
Fuel Flow RECORD
NOSE WHEEL RAISED-RECORD MPH.
TAKEOFF TRIM POSITION.

EVALUATE (flight-control effectiveness)

Rudder Effectiveness Very----Not
Pitch Control Very---Not
Binding Controls None----Lots
Enigne Cooling Cold----Hot
Throttle Response Immediate----lags
Throttle Friction Too Much----Not Enough
Instrumentation Operational----Non functional
Oil Pressure RECORD
Oil Temperature RECORD
Fuel Temperature RECORD
OAT RECORD
Altimeter Setting RECORD
Density Altitude RECORD
Fuel Flow RECORD

PROJECTED LIMITATIONS
MAX TAKEOFF WEIGHT 1540 LBS
CG LIMITS 6-8 DEGREES NOSE DOWN
VNE 100 MPH
MIN PRE ROTATION SPEED 150 RPM
FULL THROTTLE- MIN PRE ROT. V IS 200 RPM
ACCELERATION LIMIT +1g
ROTOR RPM LESS THAN 270 MUST BE AVOIDED
ROTOR RPM SINGLE:
ROTOR RPM DUAL:
NORMAL RANGE SINGLE:
NORMAL RANGE DUAL:
NEVER EXCEED ROTOR SPEED: 395 RPM
ENGINE RPM (FLY): 1350-1700
ENGINE RPM CRUISE: 4200-4800 RPM
MAX ENG. SPEED 5500 RPM
MAX OIL TEMP: 230 DEG. F
MIN WATER TEMP: 150 DEG F
WATER TEMP NORMAL: 150-195 DEG F
WATER TEMP CAUTION: 195-219 DEG F
MAX WATER TEMP: 220 DEG. F
MIN OIL PSI (IDLE): 15 psi
NORMAL OIL PSI: 20-80 PSI
MAX OIL PSI: 100 PSI
MIN FUEL PSI: 3 PSI
NORMAL FUEL PSI: 4-6 PSI
AIRSPEED: 0-40 MPH
AIRSPEED: 40-99 MPH
AIRSPEED: NEVER EXCEED: VNE: 100MPH

ACTUAL DATA FROM FLIGHT TESTING

Va, design manuever speed:
Vb design speed for max. gust intensity:
Vc design cruising speed:
Vd design diving speed
Vdf/Mdf demonstrated diving speed:
Vfc/Mfc maximum speed for stability characteristics
Vh max. speed in level flt. With max. cont. power
Vlof lift off speed
Vmo/Mmo max. operating limit speed
Vne never-exceed-speed
Vno max. structural cruising speed
Vr rotation speed
Vtoss takeoff safety speed for cat A rotorcraft
Vx speed for best angle of climb
Vy speed for best rate of climb
V2 Takeoff safety speed
Empty weight:
Max. takeoff weight:
Max. landing weight
Gross weight:
CG setting:
Glide Ratio:
 TEST FLIGHT PLAN
Aircraft Hours Flight Profile
First Flight Determine engine reliability.
Determine basic flight characteristics/trim.
Land safely.
Check for smooth engine performance
during run-up/takeoff.
Takeoff into ground effect/check lift off
speed.
Climb overhead airport to 3,000 ft AGL.
Climb at liftoff speed x 1.5 (max.).
Be prepared for eng. Problem at level off.
At 3,000 ft. AGL, maneuver at LSx1.2-1.5.
Gentle turns- 10-15 degrees of bank.
Pitch change (+-) 3 degrees.
Rudder movement- slow/smooth pressure
to full travel.
How effective/ smooth/ trim pressures?
Still at 3,000 ft. AGL.
Check/ monitor engine instruments.
Smooth RPM/ engine response.
Stay centered over airport-clearing turns.
If all is good, climb to 5,000 ft. AGL.
At 5,000 ft AGL.
Be prepared for eng. Problem at level off.
Repeat flight control checks.
Slow flight, down to 1.1 LS. Don't under-
speed rotor.
At 5,000 ft AGL, Down to 4,000 ft AGL.
Practice traffic pattern- landing config.
Fly downwind LSx 1.3.
Fly Base/final LSx1.2.
Fly "short final" LSx 1.1.
Practice go-arounds.
Descent to traffic pattern.
Before landing checklist.
Descend at idle RPM plus 500 to prevent
"shock cooling".
Radio calls to other traffic/tower.
Normal pattern entry.
Pattern and Landing.
Fly pattern like you practiced at altitude.
Plan first pattern to low approach.
Evaluate glide path aim points on final.
Climb back to pattern altitude.
Fly normal pattern to a full stop landing-
if it doesn't look right- go around.
Post Flight.
Do a thorough post flight inspection.
Check for fuel/ oil/ coolant leaks.
De-brief with flight and ground crew.
 Fix every discrepancy before next flight!!!!
Evaluate data collected.

Hours 1-10 Continue to test reliability of major systems.

Engine related systems (oil,fuel,coolant).
Smoothness/effectiveness of flight controls
and trim.
Pitot/static and other basic flight
instruments.
Continue testing of systems until sure of
quality.
Plan on major inspection at 10 hour point.

Hours 11-20 Expand flight envelope.

Static and dynamic stability.
Positive longitudinal/lateral stability.

Hours 21-30 Perform tests that require max. gross wt.

Ensure acft. Is within Weight & Balance
limits at max. gross weight.
Test handling qualities at max gross wt
(slow flight, turns, climbs, descents, ect.).
Best rate of climb. Vy.
Landing Speed . Vso.
Fuel flow & consumption in climb to cruise.
Time to climb to cruise.

Hours 31-40(+) Test everything else intended to be used in

phase II operations.
Check communications equipment/xponder.
Check accuracy/utility of NAV gear (GPS,
loran, VOR.
Night flying.
Determine service ceiling.

Finish Test Phase Ensure acft. Logbooks show that the min.
test flight hours have been flown off.
Aircraft owner must certify that the acft. Is
safe to operate.
Have each test pilot that flew the aircraft
certify in writing that their portion of the test
plan were successful, and that the acft is
safe to operate.
Keep these statements with the permanent
records of the aircraft.
Finalize pilot opoerating handbook
FAR 91.9.