Flight Level Classifications
ICR Heli Flight Level Classifications - For Open Sessions
(Effective 4/17/07)
Note each class of heli, MICRO or MINI, has its own required flight level status. Pilots must be signed off by an ICR INTRO PILOT - IP as recognized by the AMA - for each class of heli for each level.
Beginner Level Flight Classification:
Any heli to include Blade CX/CX2, Blade CP/CP Pro, T-Rex and all similar helis on the ICR Approved Model list. Training gear can be attached or removed from the heli. Flight area for the Beginner Level Flight Classification is limited to the designated ICR HOVER TRAINING AREA.
Level 1 Flight Classification:
Heli must be on the ICR Approved Model list. Training gear must be removed from the heli. Flight area encompasses both the designated ICR HOVER TRAINING AREA -if space allows - but primarily to take place in the MAIN OPEN flying area. Level 1 flying only occurs in the MAIN OPEN flying area during the announced time period. The Level 1 Flight Classification time period will be announced at each ICR Session.
Level 2 Flight Classification:
The heli must be on the ICR Approved Model list. Training gear is not permitted on the heli. It is recommended that Level 2 pilots have a spotter. Level 2 flying only occurs in the MAIN OPEN flying area during the announced time period. The Level 2 Flight Classification time period will be announced at each ICR Session. Note the pilot must be signed off by an ICR IP upon completing the following mandatory maneuvers before the pilot is cleared to fly during the Level 2 Flight Classification time period.
Triangular Hover Maneuver
3 cones are placed 15 feet apart in a triangular pattern. Pilot must take off and hover over each cone for 10 seconds each then return to staring position and land. Heli must maintain a constant altitude during this maneuver. Heli can be tail in or nose in.
Multi Level Hover
Heli takes off from start position to an altitude of 5 feet. Stationary hover is held for 10 seconds. Heli then rises to 20 feet and holds stationary hover for 10 seconds. Heli then returns to 5 feet then lands at start position. Heli can be tail in or nose in.
Nose In Hover
Heli takes off from start position. Heli can then be moved to a distance of 20 feet away if desired. Heli must maintain altitude during the movement. At this distance the heli can be pirouetted or turned slowly either left or right to bring the heli nose in facing the pilot. A controlled hover must be held for 10 seconds while the heli is nose in. Heli can then be landed or moved back to start position.
Basic Forward Flight - Figure 8
Heli takes off from start position and begins SLOW controlled forward flight parallel to the established flight line while maintain a constant altitude. As heli moves away from pilot a gradual level turn is made to bring heli back across field. Upon passing the pilot the heli continues flying SLOW until making a gradual level turn in the opposite direction to bring heli back to start position. This basic figure 8 maneuver must be done in both directions. Speed and altitude must be maintained during the maneuver. Heli can start out either to the left or right for this maneuver.
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Please note the ICR Heli Flight Level Classifications have NOT been created to promote competition of any kind or push any pilot. Due to the increased pilot participation during ICR Open Sessions these classifications will assure we have continued safe flying while allowing the various pilots of different skill levels to enjoy themselves.
Pilots will be issued Flight Level Classification cards by the ICR Instructor Pilots - IP’s as recognized by the AMA. It is not mandatory for pilots to participate in any testing to advance once their original Flight Level Classification Cards are issued. Pilots will be evaluated by the ICR IP’s for the original issuing of cards. If a pilot feels their level is higher than evaluated they may request a flight test if desired.
Pilots may not fly during a HIGHER flight level classification time period, which will be announced during each session, during an ICR Open Session until they complete the testing and are signed off by an ICR IP.
Pilots may request a flight level test during any ICR Training Session. Flight level tests may be done during an ICR Open Session only IF time permits. It is suggested that pilots requesting a flight test during an ICR Open Session e-mail ICR to schedule this test prior to the ICR Open Session date. EMAIL FOR DATE SCHEDULE
Please note that the ICR Heli Flight Level Classifications will be in full effect for the ICR March 2007 Open Session. These classifications will be softly implemented and discussed during the ICR March 2007 Open Session. The classifications will also be discussed during the ICR March 2007 Training Session.
Any questions, please ask. We will answer each question as best we can. - THANK YOU! - ICR Officers.