Helicopter Pilot's Manual Vol 2: Powerplants, Instruments and Hydraulics Overview:

This second volume of the Helicopter Pilot's Manual provides a natural follow-on to Norman Bailey's first manual.  It also aims to instruct and help the would-be pilot to pass the PPL(H) and is concerned with the mechanical aspects of the examination. 

The large section on gas-turbine engines provides essential reading for those pilots wishing to convert to the type.  Of primary importance are the chapters on piston and turbine powerplants, airworthiness, flight instruments and hydraulics.  Fully illustrated with color diagrams and engine plans, the style is easy to understand and pleasant to read, but nevertheless conveys all the necessary information.

by Norman Bailey
Paperback, 152 pages.
Published October 2008

Helicopter Pilot's Manual Vol 2: Powerplants, Instruments and Hydraulics Table of Contents:
The Engine and Electrical System
Introduction
The Reciprocating (Piston) Engine
The Ignition System
The Induction System
Engine Cooling
The Lubrication System
Hydraulic Systems
The Electrical System
Typical Examination Questions
Flight Instruments
Introduction
Pitot-Static System
Gyroscopes
Vacuum Systems
Typical Examination Questions
Magnetism and Compasses
Typical Examination Questions
Helicopter Performance
Introduction
Effects of Temperature and Altitude
Density Altitude
Performance Charts
Airworthiness
Documentation
Pilot's Responsibility
Vibrations
Typical Examination Questions
Fire
Fire Extinguishers
Typical Examination Questions
Hydraulic Systems
Fundamentals of Hydraulics
Hydraulic Fluids
Hydraulic System Components
A Simple Hydraulic System
Bell 206 JetRanger Hydraulic System
Typical Examination Questions
Gas-Turbine Engines
Introduction
Gas Turbines - General
Compressors
Turbine Assemblies
Combustion Systems
Exhaust Systems
Lubrication Systems
Cooling, Air Sealing and Heating Systems
Summary of Gas Turbines
The Allison 250 Series Turboshaft Engine
Fundamentals of the Allison 250 Series Turboshaft Engine
More About Compressor Stall
Allison 250 Series - Helicopter Engine Control
Basic Helicopter Flying Controls
Effects of Low Rotor RPM
Flying Your Turbine Helicopter
Typical Examination Questions
Index