AUTO GYRO MTOsport User manual

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Model: ______________________________________________
Serial number: ______________________________________________
Registration: ______________________________________________
Type certificate number: ______________________________________________
Aircraft manufacturer and
type certificate holder: AutoGyro GmbH, Germany
Distribution partner: ______________________________________________
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Owner: ______________________________________________
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This flight manual is always to be carried on board of the aircraft and must be kept in
current, up-to-date status. The latest revisions and version status is available at www.auto-
gyro.com. Extent and revision status of the manual is recorded in the revision log and the
table of contents.
This gyroplane may be operated only in strict compliance with the limitations and
procedures contained in this manual.
The manual is not a substitute for competent theoretical and practical training on the
operation of this aircraft. Failure to adhere to its provisions or to take proper flight
instruction can have fatal consequences.
Applicability
This manual is applicable for MTOsport models from a manufacturing date 15.02.2011 and
on. For earlier models please refer to manual version 4.x which will be maintained in current
status and revised, if necessary.

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CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - GENERAL...................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Introduction....................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Certification...................................................................................................1-1
1.3 Performance Data and Operating Procedures...............................................1-1
1.4 Definition of Terms ........................................................................................1-2
1.5 Important Note...............................................................................................1-2
1.6 Three-view of the MTOsport..........................................................................1-3
1.7 Description....................................................................................................1-4
1.8 Technical Data ..............................................................................................1-4
1.9 Rotor.............................................................................................................1-4
1.10 Engine...........................................................................................................1-5
1.11 Propeller........................................................................................................1-6
1.12 Unit Conversion.............................................................................................1-6
1.13 Abbreviations and Terminology .....................................................................1-7
SECTION 2 - LIMITATIONS .............................................................................................2-1
2.1 General .........................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Environmental Limitations..............................................................................2-2
2.3 Colour Code for Instrument Markings............................................................2-2
2.4 Airspeed Limitations and Instrument Markings...............................................2-3
2.5 Rotor Speed Limitations and Instrument Markings.........................................2-3
2.6 Powerplant Limitations and Instrument Markings...........................................2-4
2.7 Weight and Balance ......................................................................................2-6
2.8 Flight Crew....................................................................................................2-7
2.9 Kinds of Operation.........................................................................................2-7
2.10 Fuel...............................................................................................................2-8
2.11 Minimum Equipment......................................................................................2-8
2.12 Placards........................................................................................................2-9
SECTION 3 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES...................................................................3-1
3.1 Engine Failure...............................................................................................3-1
3.2 Air Restart Procedure....................................................................................3-2
3.3 Landing into Trees or High Vegetation...........................................................3-2
3.4 Degradation of Engine Power........................................................................3-2
3.5 Evacuating the Aircraft...................................................................................3-3
3.6 Engine Fire....................................................................................................3-3
3.7 Off-field Landing............................................................................................3-4
3.8 Flight Control Malfunction..............................................................................3-4
3.9 Warning Lights ..............................................................................................3-5
3.10 Parameters out of Limits................................................................................3-6
3.11 Recovery System / Rotor System..................................................................3-6
3.12 Rotor Icing.....................................................................................................3-6
3.13 Landing with a Deflated Tyre.........................................................................3-6

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3.14 Failure of Variable Pitch Propeller (if installed)..............................................3-7
3.15 Alternative Method of Engine Shut-down.......................................................3-8
SECTION 4 - NORMAL PROCEDURES ..........................................................................4-1
4.1 Airspeeds for Safe Operation........................................................................4-1
4.2 Preparation for Flight.....................................................................................4-1
4.3 Daily or Pre-flight Checks..............................................................................4-1
4.4 Before Boarding............................................................................................4-5
4.5 Before Starting Engine..................................................................................4-5
4.6 Starting Engine..............................................................................................4-6
4.7 Taxi and Run-up............................................................................................4-7
4.8 Take-off Procedure .......................................................................................4-7
4.9 Take-off Run.................................................................................................4-9
4.10 Climb.............................................................................................................4-9
4.11 Cruise ...........................................................................................................4-9
4.12 Descent.......................................................................................................4-10
4.13 Approach.....................................................................................................4-10
4.14 Landing.......................................................................................................4-10
4.15 Go-around...................................................................................................4-11
4.16 After Landing...............................................................................................4-11
4.17 Engine Shut-down.......................................................................................4-12
4.18 Parking........................................................................................................4-12
4.19 Special Procedure: Short Field Take-off......................................................4-12
4.20 Special Procedure: Slow Speed Sink and Recovery....................................4-12
4.21 Training Engine In-flight Shut-down and Air Restart .................................... 4-13
4.22 Noise Abatement.........................................................................................4-13
SECTION 5 - PERFORMANCE........................................................................................5-1
5.1 Demonstrated Operating Temperature..........................................................5-1
5.2 Airspeed Calibration......................................................................................5-1
5.3 Height-Velocity Diagram................................................................................5-2
5.4 Speeds..........................................................................................................5-3
5.5 Rate of Climb................................................................................................5-3
5.6 Take-off and Landing Data............................................................................5-3
5.7 Glide Ratio....................................................................................................5-3
5.8 Additional Performance Data.........................................................................5-4
5.9 Sound Exposure Level / Noise Characteristics..............................................5-4
SECTION 6 - WEIGHT AND BALANCE ...........................................................................6-1
6.1 General.........................................................................................................6-1
6.2 Weight and Balance Record..........................................................................6-1
6.3 Compliance with Weight and Balance ...........................................................6-1
SECTION 7 - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION............................................................................7-1
7.1 Introduction...................................................................................................7-1
7.2 Airframe and Undercarriage..........................................................................7-1
7.3 Doors, Windows and Exits.............................................................................7-1
7.4 Fuel System..................................................................................................7-1

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7.5 Pneumatic System.........................................................................................7-3
7.6 Power Plant...................................................................................................7-4
7.7 Propeller........................................................................................................7-4
7.8 Rotor System.................................................................................................7-5
7.9 Flight Controls...............................................................................................7-5
7.10 Electrical System...........................................................................................7-7
7.11 Lighting System.............................................................................................7-7
7.12 Instrument Panel...........................................................................................7-7
7.13 Intercom......................................................................................................7-12
7.14 Pitot Static...................................................................................................7-12
7.15 Indicators and Sensors................................................................................7-12
7.16 Seats and Seatbelts ....................................................................................7-12
7.17 Stowage Capacity........................................................................................7-12
SECTION 8 - HANDLING AND SERVICING.....................................................................8-1
8.1 Maintenance Obligations...............................................................................8-1
8.2 General .........................................................................................................8-1
8.3 Ground Handling ...........................................................................................8-2
8.4 Cleaning........................................................................................................8-2
8.5 Refuelling......................................................................................................8-2
8.6 Checking of Engine Oil Level.........................................................................8-2
8.7 Checking of Engine Coolant Level.................................................................8-3
8.8 Tire Pressure.................................................................................................8-3
8.9 Lubrication and Greasing...............................................................................8-3
8.10 Replenishing of Fluids ...................................................................................8-4
8.11 Engine Air Filter.............................................................................................8-4
8.12 Propeller........................................................................................................8-4
8.13 Battery...........................................................................................................8-4
8.14 Winter Operation...........................................................................................8-4
8.15 Removal, Disassembly, Assembly and Installation of the Rotor.....................8-5
8.16 Road Transport .............................................................................................8-8
8.17 Repairs..........................................................................................................8-9
SECTION 9 - SUPPLEMENTS .........................................................................................9-1
9-1 Variable Pitch Propeller - IVO
9-2 Lights
9-3 GPS/Moving Map Systems
SECTION 10 - APPENDIX..............................................................................................10-1
Customer Feedback Form
Change of Ownership Form
Incident Reporting Form

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1.1 Introduction....................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Certification...................................................................................................1-1
1.3 Performance Data and Operating Procedures...............................................1-1
1.4 Definition of Terms ........................................................................................1-2
1.5 Important Note...............................................................................................1-2
1.6 Three-view of the MTOsport..........................................................................1-3
1.7 Description ....................................................................................................1-4
1.8 Technical Data ..............................................................................................1-4
1.9 Rotor.............................................................................................................1-4
1.10 Engine...........................................................................................................1-5
1.11 Propeller........................................................................................................1-6
1.12 Unit Conversion.............................................................................................1-6
1.13 Abbreviations and Terminology .....................................................................1-7

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1.1 Introduction
This manual is designed as an operating guide for pilots, instructors, and owners/operators,
providing information for the safe and efficient operation of this gyroplane. It includes
material required to be furnished to the pilot by the competent certification authority. This
handbook is not designed as a substitute for adequate and competent flight instruction,
however.
Pilots of this aircraft must hold a proper license including the class rating ‘gyroplane’,
corresponding to the aircraft’s registration. A special endorsement may be required to fly
with passengers. It is the pilot’s responsibility to be familiar with this handbook, the special
characteristics of this gyroplane, and all other information and legal requirements relevant
for the operation in his country. The pilot is responsible to determine the gyroplane is safe
for flight, and to operate the aircraft with respect to the procedures and limitations provided
in this manual.
It is the owner’s/operator’s responsibility to have this gyroplane registered and insured,
according to country-specific regulations. The aircraft owner/operator is also responsible for
maintaining the gyroplane in airworthy condition. Maintenance instructions are provided in
the Maintenance Manual and in SECTION 8 of this manual. Note that depending on the
kind of operation, type of maintenance activity, or component involved, the competent
authority may dictate qualified personnel and/or respective facilities.
1.2 Certification
The MTOsport is designed, tested and certified according to the German design
specifications for microlight gyroplanes (“Bauvorschriften für Ultraleichte Tragschrauber”,
BUT 2001) including its latest amendment published in “Nachrichten für Luftfahrer” NfL II
13/09 issued 12.02.2009, as well as the British Civil Airworthiness Requirements (BCAR)
Section T.
The corresponding certification documents (Geräte-Kennblatt) have been issued by the
responsible Germany department DULV (Deutscher Ultraleichtflugverband e.V.),
respectively the German national certifying authority.
The noise certificate was granted according to the German requirements for noise
protection for microlight gyroplanes (“Lärmschutzverordnung für Ultraleichte
Tragschrauber”).
1.3 Performance Data and Operating Procedures
The legal basis for operating a gyroplane is provided by national law and its respective
regulations. The instructions and conditions contained have to be considered when
operating the gyroplane.
All documented performance data and operating procedures have been identified within the
certification processes for this gyroplane by means of flight test and analysis.

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1.4 Definition of Terms
This manual uses WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs in bold capital letters to indicate
especially critical and important instructions. Additionally, the colour of the panel (red,
yellow, and grey shading) highlights the significance of the instruction. Definitions for each
term are given below.
WARNING
A warning means that the neglect of the appropriate procedure or condition
could result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION
A caution means that the neglect of the appropriate procedure or condition
could result in damage to or destruction of equipment.
NOTE
A note stresses the attention for a special circumstance, which is essential to
emphasize.
1.5 Important Note
Before each flight pilots must make themselves familiar with the appropriate navigational,
weather and safety information pertinent to their planned route.
The limitations provided in SECTION 2 of this manual must be respected at all times. Check
the manufacturer’s web site www.auto-gyro.com regularly for flight manual updates,
airworthiness directives, service bulletins, or safety information.
Abrupt manoeuvres or flight in heavy turbulence must be avoided as this could lead to rotor
speed variations associated with high stress, possible damage to the aircraft, or
uncontrollable attitudes.

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1.7 Description
General Characteristics
Gyroplane with nose gear wheel chassis
Framework manufactured from inert gas-welded stainless steel tube
Two-seat tandem configuration
Main landing gear with GRP (glass fibre reinforced plastic) spring spar and hydraulic
disc brakes
Extruded aluminium rotor
Rotor head controlled with connecting rods
Rudder controlled with cables
Rudder and stabilizer surfaces made of GRP (or carbon fibre)
1.8 Technical Data
Length: ...................................................................................................5.08 m
Width: .....................................................................................................1.88 m
Height: ....................................................................................................2.68 m
Empty weight:.........................................................................240.8 to 247.0 kg
Payload:.................................................................................209.2 to 203.0 kg
Take-off weight/mass (max.):................................................................450.0 kg
Fuel tank capacity: .................................................................................... 34 ltr
(with optional auxiliary fuel tank installed)............................................... 68 ltr
1.9 Rotor
General
Type: ...........................................................2-bladed, fixed pitch, free to teeter
Material: .......................................................... T 6005 T5 Aluminium Extrusion
Blade profile: .................................................................................NACA 8H12
Standard rotor
Rotor diameter.......................................................................................... 8.4 m
Rotor disc area....................................................................................55.4 sqm
Rotor disc load .................................................................................8.1 kg/sqm
Sport rotor
Rotor diameter.......................................................................................... 8.0 m
Rotor disc area....................................................................................50.3 sqm
Rotor disc load .................................................................................8.9 kg/sqm

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1.10 Engine
ROTAX 912 ULS
4-cylinder, four-stroke spark-ignition engine with opposed cylinders
Liquid cooled cylinder heads
Air cooled cylinders
Dry sump forced lubrication with separate oil tank
Automatic adjustment by hydraulic valve tappet
2 carburettors
Mechanical fuel pump
Electronic dual ignition
Propeller speed reduction unit, engine mount assembly
Electric starter (12V 0,6kW)
Air intake system, exhaust system
ROTAX 914 UL
4-cylinder, four-stroke spark-ignition engine with opposed cylinders with turbo charger
Liquid cooled cylinder heads
Air cooled cylinders
Dry sump forced lubrication with separate oil tank
Automatic adjustment by hydraulic valve tappet
2 carburettors
Electronic dual ignition
Propeller speed reduction unit, engine mount assembly
Electric starter (12V 0,6kW)
Air intake system, exhaust system

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1.11 Propeller
HTC 3 Blade
Airscrew with ground adjustable pitch made of CRP / GRP
Model ........................................................................HTC 3 Blade 172 ccw 3B
Number of blades ........................................................................................... 3
Diameter ................................................................................................172 cm
In-flight pitch adjustment ........................................................................... none
IVO Prop
Airscrew with in-flight adjustable pitch made of CRP / GRP
Model .......................................................................IVO Prop medium ccw 3B
Number of blades ........................................................................................... 3
Diameter ................................................................................................172 cm
In-flight pitch adjustment .................................... electric, continuous adjustable
1.12 Unit Conversion
Multiply
b
y
to obtain
kts (knots) 1.852 km/h
km/h (kilometres per hour) 0.54 kts
mph (miles per hour) 1.61 km/h
km/h (kilometres per hour) 0.62 mph
ft (feet) 0.305 m
m (metres) 3.28 ft

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1.13 Abbreviations and Terminology
ACL
Anti
-collision light
AGL
Above ground level
CAS
Calibrated Airspeed – indicated speed corrected for installation errors
ccw
Counter clock wise
CG
Centre of gravity
CHT
Cylinder Head Temperature
CRP
Carbon Reinforced Plastic
DA
Density Altitude
Empty Wt
Empty weight of the gyroplane including oil, cooling liquid and unusable fuel
FOM
Flight and Operation Manual
G
G-loading as a factor of gravity
GEN
Generator
GRP
Glass Reinforced Plastic
H/V
Height-Velocity
IAS
Indicated Airspeed – airspeed values in this manual refer to indicated air speed
ICAO
International Civil Aviation Organization
In Hg
Manifold Pressure, corresponding to inch mercury
ISA
International Standard Atmosphere
LH
Left-hand
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Litre(s)
MAP
Manifold Pressure
MCP
Maximum continuous power
MTOW
Maximum take-off weight (mass)
OAT
Outside Air Temperature
PA
Pressure Altitude
RH
Right-hand
RP
Reference point for the centre of gravity in longitudinal direction
RPM
Revolutions Per Minute
sqm
Square metres
TAS
True Airspeed – calibrated airspeed corrected for air density
TOP
Take-off power
V
B
Design speed for maximum gust intensity
VFR
Visual Flight Rules
V
H
Maximum level-flight speed at maximum continuous power
V
Hmin
Minimum level-flight speed
V
NE
Never-Exceed Speed – maximum speed that must never be exceeded
VOX
means: voice activation
VPP
Variable Pitch Propeller

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V
X
Speed for best angle of climb
V
Y
Speed for best rate of climb and maximum endurance
W&B
Weight and balance

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2.1 General .........................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Environmental Limitations..............................................................................2-2
2.3 Colour Code for Instrument Markings ............................................................2-2
2.4 Airspeed Limitations and Instrument Markings...............................................2-3
2.5 Rotor Speed Limitations and Instrument Markings.........................................2-3
2.6 Powerplant Limitations and Instrument Markings...........................................2-4
2.7 Weight and Balance ......................................................................................2-6
2.7.1 Weight Limits............................................................................................2-6
2.7.2 Centre of Gravity (CG) Limits....................................................................2-6
2.8 Flight Crew....................................................................................................2-7
2.9 Kinds of Operation.........................................................................................2-7
2.10 Fuel...............................................................................................................2-8
2.10.1 Approved Fuel Grades.........................................................................2-8
2.10.2 Fuel Tank Capacities...........................................................................2-8
2.10.3 Unusable Fuel......................................................................................2-8
2.11 Minimum Equipment......................................................................................2-8
2.12 Placards........................................................................................................2-9

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