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ALTERNATE TOWING
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Blades can be damaged if observers
do not check for clearance.
11.
Station observers at each side of helicopter
(7) to make sure blades (14) have clearance
during towing. Turn rotor heads as needed for
clearance.
12.
Tow helicopter (7) slowly. Avoid sudden starts
and stops. Turn blades (14) as needed for blade
clearance as observers report.
13.
When towing is done, have helpers set parking
brakes by pressing pilot brake pedals (12) and
pulling handle (13).
13.1.
Install chocks.
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