Campbell Helicopters Ltd.

Bell 212 Technical Training Workbook

2011-001

BELL 212 PT6T-3 TECHNICAL TRAINING WORKBOOK

INTRODUCTION
This workbook is designed to provide a general overview of the Bell 212 with the PT6T-3
Twin-Pac engine. It should be completed over a seven-day period rather than all at
once to assist with long-term retention of the material.
The workbook is broken up into seven modules:
Module 1 Introduction to the Bell 212
Module 2 Bell 212 Systems
Module 3 Limitations
Module 4 Normal Operating Procedures
Module 5 Emergency / Malfunction Procedures
Module 6 Performance Data
Module 7 Weight and Balance
Each module is based upon specific references which must be read prior to attempting
the remainder of the module. Simply answering the questions without a proper review of
the material will not ensure detailed understanding of the aircraft and associated
systems.
Once the references have been read there are several questions relating to that
material to be answered. These questions will be reviewed during groundschool and any
uncertainties can be clarified at that time.
Name:_________________________________________________

Date: _____________________

References:

Corrected to 100%

1. Bell 212 Transition Manual

2. Bell 212 Aircraft Flight Manual

By: ____________________________
Signature: ______________________
Date: __________________________

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MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE BELL 212

Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Section 2 - General Description

Section 5 - Airframe

Bell 212 Flight Manual

General Information pages i-iv

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Section 1 - Systems Description

Review Questions:

1.1

The engine installed on Campbell Helicopters Bell 212 aircraft is the Pratt &
Whitney ____________ and produces ___________ SHP but is derated to
_____________ SHP. What is the purpose of derating the engine?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.2

The powerplant consists of two power sections which are identical.

TRUE / FALSE

1.3

1.4

The transmission provides accessory mounting pads for:

a.

_________________________________________;

b.

_________________________________________; and

c.

_________________________________________ if installed.

The front of each power section has an accessory gearbox mounted and
provides reduction gearing for which components?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
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What is the purpose of the stabilizer bar on the main rotor head?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.6

The fuel supply consists of _________________ lower main fuel cells and ___________
aft upper fuel cells.

1.7

What is the purpose of the interconnect line in the fuel system?

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.8

What is the purpose of the crossfeed lines in the fuel system?

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.9

What does the flapper valve do in each lower fuel cell?

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.10

How many fuel probes are there in the fuel system?

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

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How does the flow divider work and what is its purpose?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.12

The Bell 212 has two independent hydraulic systems. What is the difference
between System #1 and System #2?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.13

The aircraft electrical system consists of a ______________ VDC battery and two
___________ VDC starter-generators powering two _____________ buses,
______________ essential buses, and ______________ non-essential bus.

1.14

Normally, the loss of one generator will cause the NON-ESS DC BUS to fall off line.
How can you regain your NON-ESS DC services if necessary?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.15

The droop compensator system receives mechanical input from the collective.
What is its purpose?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

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How is inter-turbine temperature measured and what function does the T5

Compensator serve?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.17

What is the purpose of the oil-to-fuel heater?

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

1.18

In the event of one engine failing in flight, the good engine will assume the load
automatically. How does this occur?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

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How does the engine maintain equal torque output from each power section?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

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MODULE 2 BELL 212 SYSTEMS

Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Section 3 - Instrumentation
Section 6 - Systems
Section 7 - Avionics
Section 8 - Utility Systems

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Section 1 - Systems Description

Review Questions:
2.1

When will the DOOR LOCK light on the caution panel illuminate?
_______________________________________________________________________________

2.2

A light and audio tone is activated whenever the main rotor RPM falls below or
exceeds limits.
TRUE / FALSE

2.3

When the #1 needle on the triple torquemeter reads 20% and #2 needle reads
40%, what value will the XMSN needle indicate?
_______________________________________________

2.4

Each fuel sump must be drained separately. There is no drain interconnection.

TRUE / FALSE

2.5

Normal fuel capacity is __________ U.S. gallons or __________ lbs. at 15oC.

2.6

The PT6T-3 engine package has __________ visible sight gauges.

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What is the primary purpose of the particle separator door?

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

2.8

2.9

Do the following to drain the fuel filters:

a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

c)

________________________________________________________________________

d)

________________________________________________________________________

e)

________________________________________________________________________

f)

________________________________________________________________________

The flight-idle solenoids have a delay cycle of about __________ seconds.

Excessive pressure on the throttle twist grip will prevent the idle stop solenoid from
retracting.
TRUE / FALSE

2.10

Normal flight idle RPM is __________ % N1 speed.

2.11

Throttle interaction is normal with the 212. During start the throttle friction must be
used to keep this interaction from causing the other throttle to move.
TRUE / FALSE

2.12

The N2 is maintained at a pre-selected value whenever the collective is

increased or decreased because of _________________________________.

2.13

Fuel is distributed around the gas generator case by the fuel flow divider. The
flow divider is comprised of _____ fuel nozzles made up of _____ primary nozzles
and _____ secondary nozzles.

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Fuel flows to the primary fuel nozzles initially during the start sequence. When will
flow commence at the secondary nozzles?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

2.15

2.16

The ignition system of each power section consists of:

a)

____________________________________________________

b)

____________________________________________________

c)

____________________________________________________

The automatic fuel control unit (AFCU) controls the speed of the ___________
________________________________________________________________________.

2.17

The manual fuel control unit (MFCU) is mounted on the accessory gearbox along
with the fuel pump and AFCU. In automatic and manual modes the MFCU is
designed to:
Automatic:
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Manual:
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

2.18

The torque limiter will cause the torque control system to restrict fuel flow keeping
transmission torque at or below maximum dual and OEI values.
TRUE / FALSE

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MODULE 3 - LIMITATIONS
Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Section 4 - Operating Limitations

Bell 212 Flight Manual

Section 1 - Limitations

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Nil

Review Questions:
3.1

3.2

What are the maximum placarded limits on the following instruments?

a)

N1

___________%

b)

N2

___________%

c)

NR

___________%

d)

ITT

___________ oC

e)

OEI Q ___________ %

f)

XMSN Q __________ %

g)

Fuel Press __________ PSI

h)

Hyd Press __________PSI

i)

Hyd Temp ___________ oC

What are the following transient limits?

N2___________%

N1___________%

3.3

To attain published single engine maximum performance, generator loads should

not exceed _______ amps each during twin engine operation.

3.4

When a generator-assisted start is carried out, momentary loading above

__________ amps can be expected.

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The following centre console CAUTION PANEL segments are red:

a)

_________________________________

b)

_________________________________

c)

_________________________________

d)

_________________________________

e)

_________________________________

f)

_________________________________

The maximum sea level ambient temperature for approved operation is

__________ oC and decreases with altitude at the standard lapse rate of
__________ oC / __________ft.

3.7

The minimum ambient temperature for approved operation is__________ oC for

any altitude.

3.8

VNE decreases __________ kts / __________ft of altitude above __________ft density

altitude.

3.9

The minimum (red line) hydraulic pressure is __________ psi.

3.10

Vne with doors open or removed is __________ kts.

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MODULE 4 - OPERATING PROCEDURES

Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Section 4 - Operating Limitations

Bell 212 Flight Manual

Section 2 - Normal Procedures

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Nil

Review Questions:

4.1

With the crossfeed in NORMAL during flight and one fuel boost pump fails, what
should the failed pump pressure be observed to do?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

4.2

The normal start sequence is:

a)

engage the starter;

b)

check that ____________________________ is indicating;

c)

introduce fuel at or above __________ % N1;

d)

monitor ITT -

Max ITT__________ oC
not to exceed __________ oC for __________ seconds;

4.3

e)

disengage starter at__________% N1; and

f)

confirm flight idle N1 rpm to be __________ %.

Failure to get a generator to come on line following a start could be caused by:
_______________________________________________________________________________

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Under what circumstances would you switch the Fuel INTCON to OPEN?
a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

4.5

The FUEL LOW light should illuminate at approximately __________ lbs of fuel
remaining in either side.

4.6

Your aircraft requires a power assurance check to be carried out. The pressure
altitude is 2000 ft and OAT is 15 C. Describe the procedure for engine #1:
a)

Max N1 ________________ %

b)

Max ITT ________________ oC

c)

Heater _____________ ;

d)

Eng #1 N2 _______________ %;

e)

Eng #1 Q _______________ %;

f)

Stabilize for ______________ minutes; and

g)

Note engine #1 N1 and ITT.

Engine #1 N1 is 93% and the ITT is 740 oC. Is this engine within limits?
YES / NO
4.8

4.9

Activating a FIRE PULL handle results in:

a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

c)

________________________________________________________________________

d)

________________________________________________________________________

The reserve fire bottle can be used ONLY if a T handle is pulled.

TRUE / FALSE

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MODULE 5 - EMERGENCY AND MALFUNCTION PROCEDURES

Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Nil

Bell 212 Flight Manual

Section 3
Emergency / Malfunction Procedures

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Nil

Review Questions:

5.1

During OEI flight, 70% torque can be maintained for ________________________.

5.2

If either power-section fails to light-off within __________ seconds after introduction

of fuel:
a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

c)

________________________________________________________________________

d)

________________________________________________________________________

e)

________________________________________________________________________

After N1 has decreased to zero, allow _________ seconds for fuel to drain from
engine. Conduct a DRY MOTORING RUN before attempting another start.

5.3

Vne with an external load is __________ kts up to 10,000 ft density altitude.

5.4

Engine #1 engine is running and a start is made on the other engine. What would
you suspect being faulty if engine #2 N2 RPM indicated higher than the Nr and
the corresponding torque was near zero (both N1 speeds indicate normally)?
_______________________________________________________________________________

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What corrective action should be carried out?

5.5

5.6

a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

Following a single engine failure, the collective is lowered to control the Nr and
the Nr increased to maximum beep. To secure the failed engine before a
decision has been made to restart, do the following:
a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

c)

________________________________________________________________________

d)

________________________________________________________________________

e)

________________________________________________________________________

f)

________________________________________________________________________

g)

________________________________________________________________________

If the MAIN fire bottle is used and the fire lights do not extinguish in __________
seconds, activate _____________________________________.

5.7

After engine failure, if a restart is to be attempted, it is recommended to start in

the AUTOMATIC / MANUAL fuel mode.

5.8

With one engine in AUTO and one in MANUAL, maintain the torque on the
MANUAL engine __________ % below the engine in AUTOMATIC and
monitor __________ rpm to avoid overspeeding.

5.10

On the annunciator panel you identify that the #1 PART SEP OFF light is
illuminated. What does this indicate?
_______________________________________________________________________________

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In cruise flight, pulling 75% torque, you have a governor failure to the high side.
Describe the indications:
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

5.11

5.12

Describe the corrective action if the #1 PART SEP OFF light is illuminated.
a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________

The ENG OUT light illuminates whenever ________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________

5.13

When flying the Bell 212 with a fixed pitch tailrotor pedal problem in forward flight,
the position of the nose of the aircraft can be manipulated through alternative
control inputs:
a)

a reduction in throttle will _______________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

b)

raising the collective will ________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

c)

slowing forward speed will ______________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

d)

decreasing N2 will _____________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

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MODULE 6 - PERFORMANCE DATA

Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Section 11 - Performance Data

Bell 212 Flight Manual

Section 4 - Performance

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Nil

Review Questions:

6.1

Operating in the twin-engine mode in the green area of the single-engine H-V
diagram means a safe landing can be made in the event of an engine failure if
there is a:
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

6.2

When hovering, the Bell 212 has a critical relative wind azimuth from _________
degrees to _________ degrees. This is caused by ________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________.

6.3

Hovering IGE is considered to be at __________ ft skid height.

6.4

You are at 4500 ft PA with an OAT of +28oC.

What is the density altitude? _____________________ feet.

6.5

Taking off from CYXX, PA is 1200 and OAT is +10oC.

What is your maximum AUW? _____________________ lbs.

6.6

You have been tasked to lift some personnel from a confined area surrounded by
200 foot trees on a nearby mountain. OAT is +25oC and PA is 6500 ft.

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What is your maximum AUW? _____________________ lbs.

6.7

Your AUW is 10200 lbs, PA is 2200 feet, and OAT is +22oC.

What is your twin-engine takeoff climbout speed? ________________ KIAS.
Assuming takeoff power, initial rate of climb is __________________ Ft/Min.

6.8

When taking off, and abiding by the published single-engine height-velocity

chart and Weight-Altitude-Temperature chart, the appropriate torque setting is
determined by:
a)

________________________________________________________________________

b)

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

6.9

You have successfully picked up your crews and are flying at your calculated
maximum AUW. Shortly after takeoff at normal cruise speed and at 7000 feet you
lose Eng #1. A further climb is necessary to clear an upcoming ridgeline. At what
speed should you be flying and what rate of climb can you anticipate?
a)

Airspeed ______________ kts; and

b)

OEI Rate of Climb ___________________ FPM.

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MODULE 7 - WEIGHT AND BALANCE

Read:
Bell 212 Transition Manual

Section 10 - Weight and Balance

Bell 212 Flight Manual

Section 5 - Weight and Balance

Bell 212 Manufacturers Data

Nil

Review Questions:

7.1

Allowable deck loading for cargo in the aft cabin is __________ lbs per square foot
with a loading limit of __________ lbs.

7.2

Deck-mounted cargo tie-down rings have an airframe structural capacity of

a)

__________ lbs vertically; and

b)

__________ lbs horizontally.

7.3

The helicopter empty CG is adjusted to require a minimum of __________ lbs at the

pilots station.

7.4

Station 0 (datum) is located __________ inches aft of the most forward point of the
cabin nose.

7.5

With full fuel onboard, the aircraft centre of gravity will progressively move
forward as fuel is burned off. At what fuel quantity would you experience the
most forward centre of gravity?
___________________ lbs.
Why should this be a consideration in your flight planning?
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

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Compute the following weight and balance:

Empty weight
Pilot
Co-pilot
4 Pax (4-man seat)
5 Pax (5-man seat)
2 Pax (right 2-man seat)
Fuel

Weight
6130
200
200
800
1000
400
1400

Station
144.0

Moment

What is the longitudinal CG? __________

Is the CG within limits? YES / NO
7.6

Compute the following weight and balance:

Empty weight
Pilot
Co-pilot
4 Skiers (4-man seat)
5 Skiers (5-man seat)
2 Skiers (2-man seat, left)
Ski basket
Fuel

Weight
6600
170
180
800
1000
400
300
1100

Station
144.0

Moment

119.5

Where is the CG? ___________ inches.

Is the CG within limits? YES / NO
7.7

Compute the lateral CG (Ski basket lateral station at 67.5 inches).

Empty weight
Pilot
Co-pilot
4 Skiers (4-man seat)
5 Skiers (5-man seat)
2 Skiers (2-man seat, left)
Ski basket
Fuel

Weight
6600
170
180
800
1000
400
300
1100

Station
.42

Moment

67.5

Where is the lateral CG? ___________ inches.

Is the CG within limits? YES / NO
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