DeHavilland DHC3 Turbo Otter
REFERENCE INFORMATION

For detailed instructions on how to fly this aircraft, see the Aircraft Information
articles in the Learning Center. For standard procedures, see the Checklists tab.  

Total Flight Simulator aircraft weight with full fuel   5,390 lbs


NOTE: To adjust fuel load, on the Aircraft menu, click Fuel and Load.
 

VA - Maneuvering Speed (6,000 lbs) 124 KIAS
VMO - Maximum Operating Speed (Land) 176 KIAS
VMO - Maximum Operating Speed (Water) 160 KIAS
VNO - Max Structural Cruising Speed 141 KIAS
VNE - Never Exceed Speed 180 KIAS
VS - Stalling Speed (max weight, flaps up) 65 KIAS
VSO - Stalling Speed in Landing Configuration 51 KIAS
VX - Best Angle-of-Climb Speed (sea level) 81 KIAS
VY - Best Rate-of-Climb Speed (sea level) 97 KIAS
Maximum Glide Speed (6,000 lbs) 87 KIAS

Maximum Flap Placard Speeds

Flaps degrees   

KIAS

15

140

35

130

50

100

58-full flaps 90

NOTE: For explanations of speeds used on this tab, see "V-speeds" in the Learning Center Glossary.

Quick Reference - Annunciator

Quick Reference - Ground Handeling

Quick Reference - Panel Help


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Open the Panel_Docs folder for information on operating this aircraft.

Turn on Tool Tips

To raise your seat higher press SHIFT-ENTER

Use Shift E to open the Pilot Doors...

Shift E +2 will operate the Passenger Doors

Use the "I" key for Water or Jumper Effects...Depending on the Model

Important... If using AUTOSTART (CTRL E) .... Check to make sure the Generator is switched to ON in the lower IFR panel or VC

To hear the Exit Door sounds....It has to be quiet in the cockpit Do it before starting engines or after Engine Shutdown

Included is a Water Rudder (Press Shift W) and there is a switch in the lower IFR panel.

On takeoff...Water Rudder should be UP

Use of Elevator trim is recommended in FS2004

For Best Frame Rates...Keep Windows Closed

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Quick Reference - EYEPOINT KEY COMMANDS

Move Eyepoint Back
CTRL+ENTER
Move Eyepoint Down
SHIFT+BACKSPACE
Move Eyepoint Forward
CTRL+BACKSPACE
Move Eyepoint Left
CTRL+SHIFT+BACKSPACE
Move Eyepoint Right
CTRL+SHIFT+ENTER
Move Eyepoint Up
SHIFT+ENTER
Reset Eyepoint
SPACE

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