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
+++NOTAMS+++
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
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