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ALTERNATE TOWING
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7.
Have helper sit in cockpit. Helper will apply
brakes if needed during towing.
NOTE
If a lot of braking is expected, station
someone in the cabin to monitor the
APU start accumulator gage (Task
1-64).
8.
Remove chocks (11), if installed.
9.
Have helper release parking brakes by pressing
on pilot’s or copilot’s brake pedals (12). Brake
handle (13) will release.
10.
If helicopter will be towed forward, have helpers
use steering bar (T75) (3) to steer helicopter.
Ensure LEFT aft landing gear is in the
trail position (wheel outboard).
10.1.
Attach steering bar (T75) (3) to aft right landing
gear.
10.2.
Attach towing bridle to forward landing gear
shackles (15).
10.3.
Connect towing bridle to tow tractor. Make
sure tow tractor will have sufficient clearance to
prevent contact with blades.
10.4.
Have helper sit in cockpit. Helper will apply
brakes if needed during towing.
NOTE
If a lot of braking is expected, station
someone in the cabin to monitor the
APU start accumulator gage (Task
1-64).
10.5.
Have helper release parking brakes by pressing
on pilot’s or copilot’s brake pedals (12). Brake
handle (13) will release.
10.6.
Remove chocks.
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