MD 600N
Technical Description
Report No. MD14031211-600NTD 12 March 2014
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8. PRODUCT SUPPORT
MD Helicopters, Inc. is dedicated to a successful fielding, training, warranty support, and
customer support of MDHI aircraft. MD Helicopters, Inc. has worldwide service centers and
field service representatives available for localized support.
8.1 Training
The MDHI commercial training center offers cost-effective, factory-designed transition-flight
and maintenance-crew training courses for MDHI-manufactured helicopters. This training,
conducted by senior instructors with extensive product experience, provides customers / students
with the detailed knowledge of MDHI products that will increase safety, reduce insurance costs,
and result in more efficient operation of the aircraft. Training is conducted at the MDHI facility
in Mesa, Arizona. Training using customer aircraft can also be arranged provided insurance,
meeting MDHI requirements, is available.
8.1.1 Pilot Training
Transition flight, maintenance test, and recurrent pilot training are available from MDHI. Flight
transition pilot training for one pilot is included as part of each MDHI helicopter purchase.
8.1.2 Transition Flight Training
The transition flight training course is designed to familiarize a rated helicopter pilot with
operation of the MDHI aircraft. The transition flight training course is a five-day course that
introduces the student to all the associated company publications, as well as detailed
explanations of all aircraft systems and daily / preflight procedures. The ground school requires
16 to 20 hours to complete, including examination and examination review. The student is
expected to pass the examination, demonstrating basic knowledge of the aircraft. The transition
flight training syllabus includes six hours of instructor time and is provided in four flight lessons:
Normal operations
Advanced operations (maximum gross weight flight)
Maintenance and systems operations
Emergency / malfunction procedures.
8.1.3 Recurrent Flight Training
Additional, optional, recurrent pilot training is available for existing MD 600N pilots. Recurrent
pilot training provides a pilot review of MD 600N helicopter systems and operations, and uses
flight review, proficiency checks, or other checks to review rules, maneuvers, and procedures to
demonstrate existing pilot skills. Training is conducted over a three-day period and consists of
ground school and two to three hours of flight time. Ground school training includes a review
and discussion of airworthiness directives and notices, helicopter systems, pilot flight manual
review, preflight inspection, followed by an open-book examination.
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