Functional Description Evolution S723 FNPT II
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Functional Description Evolution S723 FNPT II
Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 1 Functional Description Evolution S723 FNPT II Simcopter GmbH Riedmühlestrasse 8 8305 Dietlikon, Switzerland Tel +41 (0)44 880 10 20 email [email protected] www.simcopter.ch Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 2 Table of Contents General.....................................................................................................................................................5 Scope...................................................................................................................................................5 General Configuration..............................................................................................................................6 Cockpit.................................................................................................................................................6 Instructor Station......................................................................................................................................7 Computer System................................................................................................................................7 Maintenance and Support.........................................................................................................................8 Documentation.....................................................................................................................................8 Operating Manuals..............................................................................................................................8 Maintenance Manuals and Associated Documents.............................................................................8 Computer and Peripheral Manuals......................................................................................................8 Range of Spares...................................................................................................................................8 Spare Parts...........................................................................................................................................8 Computer Spare Parts..........................................................................................................................8 Tools and Test Equipment....................................................................................................................8 Maintainability.....................................................................................................................................9 Standardization....................................................................................................................................9 Warranty..............................................................................................................................................9 Flight Deck.............................................................................................................................................10 General...............................................................................................................................................10 Cockpit...............................................................................................................................................10 Aircraft Parts......................................................................................................................................10 Cockpit Panel Layout.............................................................................................................................11 Overview............................................................................................................................................11 Pilot’s Main Panel..............................................................................................................................13 Copilot’s Main Panel.........................................................................................................................14 Engine Instrument Panel....................................................................................................................15 Avionics Panel / Nav Panel................................................................................................................16 Flight and Engine controls hardware.................................................................................................17 Primary Flight Controls.....................................................................................................................18 Instrument Panel Technical Realization............................................................................................18 Simulated Instruments.......................................................................................................................18 Instructor Station....................................................................................................................................19 Instructor Operating Station (IOS) Features......................................................................................19 Software Pages Overview......................................................................................................................20 Initial Position....................................................................................................................................20 Meteo Pages.......................................................................................................................................20 Control Page......................................................................................................................................22 MAP Page..........................................................................................................................................23 Navigation Modification Page...........................................................................................................25 Configuration Page............................................................................................................................26 Malfunctions Page.............................................................................................................................27 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 3 Instrument and System failures.........................................................................................................28 Helicopter-State Snapshot.................................................................................................................29 Communication System.....................................................................................................................29 Instructor Seat....................................................................................................................................29 Computer System and Peripherals.........................................................................................................30 Hardware...........................................................................................................................................30 Programming Language....................................................................................................................30 Maintenance Capabilities..................................................................................................................30 System Spare Capacity......................................................................................................................30 Simulation..............................................................................................................................................31 Aerodynamic and Performance.........................................................................................................31 Wind Effects......................................................................................................................................31 Atmosphere........................................................................................................................................31 Take-Off and Climb-Out....................................................................................................................31 Landing..............................................................................................................................................31 Instrument Responses........................................................................................................................31 Radio Navigation Simulation.................................................................................................................32 Radio Navigation Computation.........................................................................................................32 Visual Database.................................................................................................................................32 Aircraft Systems Simulation..............................................................................................................34 Electrical System...............................................................................................................................34 Engine System...................................................................................................................................34 Fuel System.......................................................................................................................................34 Steering..............................................................................................................................................34 Flight Control System........................................................................................................................34 Avionics and Radio System Simulation.................................................................................................35 General...............................................................................................................................................35 Audio System....................................................................................................................................35 VHF Navigation / Communication System.......................................................................................35 Transponder System..........................................................................................................................35 ADF System......................................................................................................................................35 DME System......................................................................................................................................35 GPS System.......................................................................................................................................36 Flight Director / Autopilot System....................................................................................................36 Sound System....................................................................................................................................36 Visual System.........................................................................................................................................37 Standard Visual System (270° x 65° FoV)........................................................................................37 Field of View.....................................................................................................................................37 Airport Associated Lighting Facilities ..............................................................................................39 Day to Night Transition.....................................................................................................................39 Clouds / Visibility..............................................................................................................................39 Runway Features...............................................................................................................................39 Real Airport Models..........................................................................................................................39 3D Objects.........................................................................................................................................39 Digital Terrain Models.......................................................................................................................42 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 4 Programming Languages used in RealView™ / GenView™............................................................42 Installation..............................................................................................................................................43 Site Layout.........................................................................................................................................43 Power.................................................................................................................................................43 Temperature Sensors..........................................................................................................................43 Acceptance.............................................................................................................................................44 Acceptance Timing............................................................................................................................44 Testing Procedure..............................................................................................................................44 Factory Training................................................................................................................................44 Options...................................................................................................................................................45 Optional instrumentation layout........................................................................................................45 EFIS EFS 40 for Pilot and Copilot with control heads......................................................................45 Garmin GNS 430 / 530......................................................................................................................46 Summary................................................................................................................................................49 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 5 General This document presents a detailed procurement specification for a Synthetic Flight Training Device (SFTD) Evolution S723, helicopter single engine turbine, meeting all standards and performance criteria for qualification under JAR-STD 3H FNPT II and CASA FSD2 Cat B STD. Please note: Microsoft Flightsimulator or X-Plane software are not used for any part of the simulation. Definitions: a) Customer Name and Address b) Manufacturer Elite Simulation Solutions AG, 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland Simcopter GmbH, 8305 Dietlikon, Switzerland c) Flight deck Cockpit environment replicating the simulated helicopter and in which the controls and switches will operate as in that helicopter. It is sufficiently enclosed to exclude pilot distraction and furnished with ergonomically positioned pilot seats. d) Cockpit Instrument Panel replicating generic single engine turbine with high performance instrumentation. e) Functional A three – dimensional reproduction or actual helicopter part connected to system logic or instructor controlled logics. f) Non-functional (dummy) g) System logics Limited simulated helicopter systems operation, in accordance with the training requirements. h) Available Data helicopter design data, helicopter Flight Manual, helicopter Maintenance Manuals, Observations on ground and in the air (qualitative testing). I) Flight Test Data Data gathered by the FNPT helicopter manufacturers. A three-dimensional reproduction or actual helicopter part not c connected to system logics. Scope The Evolution S723 helicopter equipment shall simulate take-off, hovering, in-flight manoeuvres, radio navigation, instrument approaches and landings on Heli pads, rooftops, oil rigs, ships and other specific areas. Actions by the crew on the simulated controls in the flight compartment shall interact with the simulated system logics and dependencies in accordance with this specification and the available helicopter data. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 6 General Configuration The Evolution S723 helicopter consists of the following major sub-assemblies: a) A Cockpit layout representative of a generic single engine turbine helicopter. b) An Instructor operating station to give the instructor access to the simulation environment, as well as to a variety of training tools. Two TFT display for various information such as area and approach tracking. c) A simulation computer system consisting of a state of the art computer hardware, complying with the current industry standard and simulation software. Cockpit Actual aircraft hardware components are not used. The manufacturer fabricates a functional device replicating aircraft components. Considerations which have resulted in the use of replicas, include: Cost Aircraft approved components are much more expensive. Reliability Helicopter use is more demanding than Simulator use. Ease of Maintenance Maintenance access is necessarily different from the real helicopter. Availability Many helicopter components have unacceptable long lead times leading to delays in simulator delivery. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 7 Instructor Station The instructor station provides access to the following functions: Helicopter Status Freeze selection Repositioning Pre-selection of environmental conditions Malfunction selection Selection of visual conditions Navigation area selection Simulated ATC communication with the cockpit crew Selection of initial conditions Qualification Test procedures Computer System The computer system consists of the current industry standard PC for both Software and Hardware, as well as for the simulation software. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 8 Maintenance and Support Documentation The Evolution S723 helicopter contains the following documentation: Operating Manuals Instructor’s Operations Manual describes the Simulator system and provides check lists and descriptions to enable the instructor to set-up and operate the Simulator under normal and emergency conditions. Maintenance Manuals and Associated Documents This volume contains information primarily concerning the Evolution S723 helicopter hardware including technical descriptions and instructions for operating and maintaining of this hardware. The documents will comprise the following: Maintenance Manual Vendor Data Test Procedures Computer and Peripheral Manuals The manufacturer’s manuals for the computers and peripherals, giving programming, operating and maintenance information, will be provided under this volume. Range of Spares This document comprises a list of all spares, tools and test equipment recommended by the manufacturer for maintenance of the Evolution S723 helicopter. The document will be supplied during the early stages of the contract. Spare Parts All spares will be ordered at Evolution S723 helicopter order date. The manufacturer supports the Evolution S723 helicopter system for five years. In case of obsolescence of parts, the manufacturer will inform the customer in advance for the possibility of last buy. The manufacturer will try to find a suitable substitute. A detailed and firm spare part quotation can be given for the Evolution S723 helicopter excluding the computer system. Computer Spare Parts Spare parts are kept by the manufacturer in-house. However, due to the fast changing technology, some parts might differ from the original unit. The compatibility is provided at all times. Tools and Test Equipment The manufacturer can be linked via remote access to the operator FNPT and uses tools and test Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice programs to interact directly with the training device. Therefore it is necessary that the operator is connected to an ISDN modem in order to grant the accessibility of the system software to the manufacturer. Maintainability The Evolution S723 helicopter is designed with maintainability in mind. Every effort has been made to ensure that there is minimal need to disassemble equipment or to remove parts. Routing of wire bundles do not interfere with any part or assembly. The design of the Evolution S723 helicopter is in such that, if required, all components are readily accessible for replacement and repair. Standardization Standard industry, high-grade common parts and assemblies are used to a high extent wherever it is applicable or practical. Warranty The manufacturer will guarantee for 24 months after on-site installation and acceptance that the equipment and any initial spare parts sold to the Customer will be free from defects in material, workmanship and design under normal use and service. 9 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 10 Flight Deck General The flight deck is designed to withstand normal loads, shocks and other conditions incidental to normal operation, transportation and assembly. The structure is sufficiently rigid to assure that there is no discernible movement of the Evolution S723 helicopter due to personnel movement or control movement within the flight deck. The areas included in the simulator are from the rudder pedals to the aft of the crew member seats. An open Instructor station is attached to the rear of the flight deck. The flight deck is enclosed and the front, side and chin bubble windows are provide an unobstructed view to the visual scene. Cockpit The interior of the flight deck is designed according to the helicopter specified above. Non-helicopter hardware, such as switches and knobs are placed in the correct location and provide the same general action. They are in a similar appearance to those found in the helicopter. Aircraft Parts The Evolution S723 helicopter does not include original helicopter parts. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 11 Cockpit Panel Layout Overview Copilot Engine Pilot Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 12 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Pilot’s Main Panel Airspeed Indicator Generic for single engine turbine helicopter Altitude Indicator Generic for single engine turbine helicopter Dual Needle RMI KNI 582 Annunciator Panel Caution & Warning panel HSI Generic GPS Annunciator Panel Apollo GX serie Attitude Indicator Generic 5 ” Vertical Speed Indicator Generic for single engine turbine helicopter (Instantaneous type for IFR helicopters in Australia) 13 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Copilot’s Main Panel Airspeed Indicator Generic for single engine turbine helicopter Altitude Indicator Generic for single engine turbine helicopter Dual Needle RMI KNI 582 HSI Generic Attitude Indicator Generic 5” for IFR Heli in Australia Vertical Speed Indicator Generic for single engine turbine helicopter (Instantaneous type for IFR helicopters in Australia) 14 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Engine Instrument Panel Torque gauge Rotor RPM / Turbine RPM Fuel Flow & Qty meter Oil pressure gauge Oil temperature gauge Fuel pressure gauge Ng gauge Volts / Amp meter T4 gauge Fuel gauge GPS Radio Altimeter Standby Attitude Indicator Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Generic for single engine turbine Apollo GX 50 / 55 / 60 / 65 series or Trimble 2000 Approach plus Generic Generic 15 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 16 Avionics Panel / Nav Panel Audio Panel Garmin GNS 430*, Alternatively NAV1 / COMM1 on KX 165-25 NAV2 / COMM2 KX 165-25 ADF KR 87 DME KN 62A Transponder KT 70 Autopilot KFC 150 BAT, Fuel Pump, GEN, CRANK, INVTR, W/LT TEST, A/COL LGT, POS LGT, HYD TEST, HORN, PITOT, TAXI LGT, LDG LGT, STBY AH, Radio Master *Standard equipment is the Apollo GX 50 – 65 GPS series or the Trimble 2000 Approach + Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 17 Flight and Engine controls hardware Cyclic Generic Hardware Collective Generic w/o throttle Hardware Fuel control lever Generic Hardware Fuel cut-off lever Generic Hardware Rotor Brake lever Generic Hardware Dashboard light ON / OFF Hardware Hobbs Meter Hours & Minutes Hardware Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 18 Primary Flight Controls The standard Evolution S723 helicopter Cyclic is based on a generic design and features an Autopilot disconnect button. Dual cyclic, collective and pedal set-up is fitted in the simulator. Instrument Panel Technical Realization Three TFT monitors are used for pilot, co-pilot and engine instruments. The appearance to the flight crew is similar to that in the aircraft. All instruments are displayed close to actual size. All buttons, controls and switches are located according to above layout (Flight and engine controls hardware). Simulated Instruments All simulated instruments are basically operational as in the actual helicopter. Instrument face markings, including graduations, pointers, flags, etc. are reproduced as authentically as possible according to the actual helicopter instruments. Instrument functionality that requires hardware components that are not simulated are not implemented. All switches and knobs are operational and have a comparable feel to its original counterparts. Instrument response rates are equal to those found in the helicopter. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 19 Instructor Station Instructor Operating Station (IOS) Features The main components of the IOS are: Two 19” TFT Display Keyboard & Mouse Colour Printer with scan and copy function The instructor’s area is located for optimum crew station view and instructor’s station interface within applicable physical constraints. The following controls are available via the instructor station: Initial Helicopter Position Meteo Pages Control Page Visual Control Map Page (Displays Airports and facilities for quick selection and repositioning) Navigation Modification Page Configuration Page Malfunction Page Qualification Test Page Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 20 Software Pages Overview Initial Position At start-up the simulator is set to a predefined initial position. The instructor has the possibility to load self-created state files containing helicopter loading, cockpit instrument settings, weather conditions, malfunctions and helicopter position. Meteo Pages The Meteorological conditions are controlled on two pages: The “Meteo Wind and Turbulence” page contains information concerning the atmospheric conditions in the simulated environment. Parameters such as temperature, pressure, wind speed and direction, air turbulence etc. are variable and the instructor has the possibility to modify these by inserting the desired values via the keyboard and / or mouse. The values can be specified for 3 layers in the atmosphere. ISA standard day parameters are default values. All conditions can be saved and stored within a time frame where changes occur. Variable limits are as follows: Temperature range -40°C to +40°C deviation from ISA Temperature Sea Level Pressure 27.76 to 31.27 in./Hg (also displays in HPA) Wind Direction 0° to 359° Wind Speed 0 to 60 knots Wind turbulence level 0 to 12 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 21 The “Meteo Clouds and Visibility” page allows modification of the visibility and cloud type on three separate layers and enables the instructor to create realistic weather situations. State files recording weather settings can be created at any time and reloaded when required. Actual Metar data can be downloaded from the Internet and imported into the simulation for realistic representation of the weather settings. The positions of sun and moon are calculated from the current time and date of the computer. Meteo page Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 22 Control Page The control page allows date and time manipulation for realistic day to night transition and light environment. Visual detail settings can be changed from sparse to detailed. High resolution Heli pads, runways and taxiways and a complete approach light system including PAPI/VASI, EFAS and REIL – systems are implemented. helicopter load and usable fuel can also be altered here. Control page Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 23 MAP Page The instructor is able to select the Heli pad / Runway or reposition the helicopter to any desired map position. The following information can be depicted: Helicopter position (LAT/LONG) Helicopter heading Helicopter altitude Indicated airspeed Helicopter track Transponder code The Navigational Aids are displayed as symbols including identifier on the instructor screen. To prevent the map from becoming too cluttered, a feature to switch off selected types of navigation parameters from the display is available to the instructor. Included on the Area Map Page the following instructor controllable functions are available: After the helicopter flies past the area map boundary, it will hold the previous selected map scale. TRACK ERASE: This clears the current track and will begin a new one. SYMBOL DISPLAYS: This feature will enable the instructor to blank out types of NAV AIDS (ILS, VOR, NDB, etc.) from the map. INSTRUMENT DISPLAYS: The instructor has a choice of miniaturized instruments to be displayed on the map screen to allow observation of the instrument readout during the training session or for debriefing purposes (replay function including the display of the instruments’ status). TURN ON (EXTENDED) PROFILE VIEW: When selected, the area map will additionally display helicopter speed, Gear position (if Helicopter is fitted with Gear), Altitude and deviation to Glide Slope. The profile view is scalable. The Profile view displays the ILS capture area and shows both vertical and horizontal track relative to the glide slope and localizer position. It shows the helicopter position in relationship to the selected ILS, clearly depicting glide slope deviation. Additionally, all associated marker beacons are displayed on both approach plans. The Flight Path Replay function allows powerful and sophisticated analysing of pilot action during simulator flight for debriefing purposes. Information available in profile and extended view can be displayed on the map page. When approaching an ILS facility the deviation between the ideal and the actual flown path can be analysed at any zoom level – half and one-degree deflection is visualised on the profile section of the map page. When using the simulator in combination with the external Visual, the cross section of the underlying terrain is displayed at any position. The flight path can be stored and replayed - maximum recording time is 60 minutes. Print map, zoom functions, database load and state file save functions are standard map page features. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Map page 24 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Navigation Modification Page The Navigation Modification Page enables the Instructor to modify any facility or even create new one's. Map modification page 25 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Configuration Page The Configuration Page contains one-time settings such as sound volume control, calibration of the control axes, or specifiable cockpit instrumentation layout. Configuration page 26 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Malfunctions Page Failures can be defined to occur immediately or within a specifiable time window. The malfunction page displays all armed and failed instruments or systems. Malfunctions page 27 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 28 Instrument and System failures Primary Instruments (selectable for Pilot or Copilot) Attitude Indicator HSI Altimeter Turn/bank coordinator Airspeed Indicator Vertical Speed Indicator System Failures Static system Pitot & Drain freeze Pitot freeze dynamic Receiver Failures NAV1 receiver CDI/LOC Glideslope NAV2 receiver CDI/LOC Glideslope ADF receiver ADF antenna DME GPS RAIM loss Electrical Failures Generator Battery Battery T Inverter Warning Failures Hydraulics F.FILT Chip TGP MGBT DOOR Chip MGB MGBP Eng Chip ENG P. Fire Transponder Transponder Engines Engine Hot Start Hung Start Engine power loss Oil pressure Tail Rotor loss Oil temperature Tail Rotor Control Failure Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 29 Helicopter-State Snapshot This will create a file with all helicopter related parameters such as helicopter position, attitude, instrument settings, failure settings and meteorological situation. This information can be reloaded for subsequent lessons or recalled for debriefing purposes. Communication System To enable intercom and simulated radio communication between the instructor and the trainees. Hot mike communication within the cockpit crew is audible to the instructor. Instructor Seat The instructor seat is placed in a position to allow close observation of the cockpit crew as well as helicopter state. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Computer System and Peripherals Hardware The components of the Computer Hardware comply with the current industry standards. Sufficient hard disc space, memory and processing speed is available for later upgrades and modifications. Programming Language Standard high-level programming languages C and C++ are used for implementation of the flight simulation software. Maintenance Capabilities Tools for software maintenance are available at the manufacturer’s site and will allow, with remote access to the operator’s computer for immediate corrective access. System Spare Capacity The computer system has adequate spare capacity in both memory and processing time as follows: The amount of spare memory and disk space will be at least 30% in excess. The spare processing time for the cockpit Instruments are at least 40% in excess. For all different visual setup, at least 60 frames per second. 30 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 31 Simulation Aerodynamic and Performance The aerodynamic flight simulation will widely reproduce the flight characteristics of a single engine turbine helicopter. The simulation of the flight performance is based on an accurate mathematical model. Full consideration is given to all variable surfaces and their effects. Simulation does include: Variation of helicopter longitudinal, lateral and directional stability with altitude, airspeed and gross weight. Hovering characteristics Translational lift Vortex Ring state (settling with power) Dynamic CG calculation based on load and fuel weight Wind Effects The effect of wind from any direction, at speeds from zero to sixty knots is realistically simulated and controlled by the instructor. The wind does show the correct effect on the ground track display during in-flight operation of the Evolution S723 helicopter. Atmosphere Variation of temperature, pressure and density with altitude does follow the ISA standard model. Take-Off and Climb-Out During take-off, heading control is accomplished via the use of cyclic and/or rudder. Translational lift is modelled during take-off acceleration. Landing The following is simulated during the landing phase: Rate of descent versus speed, power setting and wind conditions Control approach response Transition to the hover Ground cushion effects (including wind effects) and air to ground transients are simulated to the best available data, representative of the in-ground effect characteristics of the actual flight. Instrument Responses Instrument responses to actual helicopter responses do reflect: Helicopter slip and rate of turn Rate of turn, as a function of bank angle and airspeed Attitude, altitude and rate of climb Pitch attitude, as a function of airspeed and CG Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 32 Radio Navigation Simulation Radio Navigation Computation In order to execute the radio navigation simulation function, real world Navigation databases are supplied. Periodical updates are available if needed. Modification of existing and creation of new facilities is possible by the user. Visual Database According to the customer's requirements, the visual database can be tailored towards specific training tasks. The standard visual database is GenView and covers the training area (country) of the Operator. Additionally, smaller areas can be defined by the customer at no additional cost with high resolution data and several thousand 3D objects. GenView visual database example Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Genesis visual database example 33 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 34 Aircraft Systems Simulation Electrical System Changing the status of electrical consumers in the cockpit (e. g. switching on / off Avionics panel) is reflected in the consumption of electricity. Should the helicopter’s electrical systems run on battery only without being constantly fed by the generator, battery load will decrease. Engine System The engine and the associated controls and indicators are simulated as described in the helicopter data. The basis for the turbine and helicopter model is a Eurocopter AS350 Squirrel. Simulation of the Turbomeca Ariel 1B power plant includes turbine start on the ground and in the air, normal governed operation, acceleration, deceleration and shut down. Variations of the effects of altitude, airspeed and ambient temperature are included in the performance computations. Characteristics for the applicable turbine and their effect on the flight path are reproduced in response to engine control selections. The turbine monitoring system has the capability of depicting a realistic representation of turbine operations. Rotor control and operation are realistically simulated. Engine sound is realistically modelled during start- and continuous operation. Fuel System The Aircraft fuel system is simulated in accordance with helicopter data. The effect of fuel depletion is simulated. Fuel quantity indicators are simulated from helicopter data. Steering The normal system controls, indicators and warning sounds are simulated according to the helicopter data. Flight Control System The flight controls are installed for a dual pilot / dual cyclic operation in the cockpit and functions according to the available helicopter data. Realistic feel is available through available helicopter data. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 35 Avionics and Radio System Simulation General All avionics operate as they would in the actual helicopter, except as explained in this section. Avionics operation is limited by the capabilities of the Evolution S723 helicopter navigation system. The avionics of the Evolution S723 helicopter include the following: Audio Control Console / Intercom Two NAV/COM Receivers Bendix/King KX 165 - 25 ADF Bendix/King KR 87 DME Bendix/King KN 62A Transponder Bendix/King KT 70 Autopilot KFC 150 GPS (meeting TSO C-129 for IFR) Garmin GNS 430 (option, if used, NAV1/COMM1 is on the GPS) EFS 40 (option) Audio System The audio control system simulates NAV, COMM, ADF, Marker audio and Intercom. VHF Navigation / Communication System The KX 165 - 25 operates as in the actual helicopter with the exception that the COMM part does only display the Frequency and has no effect on communication between Instructor and pilot. The Navigation part is simulated according to the approved helicopter data. An ATIS System is installed and audible through the speakers and headset. In the case of the optional Garmin G430 GPS, the NAV1 / COMM1 is integrated in the GPS. Transponder System The KT 70 Transponder is a unit with dials and functional lighting and simulated after the original device. ADF System The ADF system is simulated according to the original KR 87 device. DME System The DME system is simulated according to the original KN 62A device. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 36 GPS System Standard GPS are the Apollo GX 50 – 65 series or Trimble 2000 Approach +. Flight Director / Autopilot System The Evolution S723 helicopter has a fully functional two-axis automatic flight control system, including autopilot and flight director, simulating the Bendix/King KFC 150. An autopilot disconnect button is installed in both cyclic controls. Sound System The following sounds are simulated if audible in the cockpit of the Evolution S723 helicopter: Turbine, rotor and ignition sparkler (speakers only) Touchdown bumps (e.g. skids contacting hard surface, speakers only) NAV idents and ATIS (speakers and headsets) Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 37 Visual System Standard Visual System (270° x 65° FoV) In a close cooperation between the Fraunhofer Institute of Germany, Simcopter and Simulation Solutions, the cave setup represents the latest technology and has been tailored towards the specific needs for the S723 helicopter training device. The main components for the standard set up are: Image Generators Three Dual Core Pentium Processors based on the latest technology and speed Projectors Three F20 projectiondesign beamers optimised for Visualisation & Simulation Resolution 1400 x 1050 pixels Brightness 3300 ANSI lumens, Eco mode (user adjustable) between 2000 and 2500 ANSI lumens Contrast ratio 2500 : 1 Projection Screen Flat semitransparent screens with aluminum frame Field of View Horizontal: 270 degrees Vertical: 65 degrees 270° 90° 65° Visual Channel 1 Visual Channel 2 Visual Channel 3 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 38 required room dimensions 8 x 8 meters (26 x 26 feet) including instructor cabinet (not shown on pic) Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Airport Associated Lighting Facilities • Approach lighting system • Heli pad / Runway lighting System • Taxiway Lighting System • VASI and PAPI Lights • Runway End Identification Lights (REILS) Day to Night Transition The Visual features a realistic time and light condition simulation. Sun / Moon rise and set and changing ambient light are correctly represented based on an accurate astronomical model. Clouds / Visibility Variable cloud layers and RVR settings. Runway Features Heli pads and Runways are always dry with textures. Real Airport Models Real Airport Models can be programmed through Simcopter upon request. 3D Objects Example of some of the 3D objects. 39 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 40 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 41 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 42 Digital Terrain Models Elevation data of global coverage and specific high resolution areas are used. Programming Languages used in RealView™ / GenView™ The Real / GenView™ Visual is based on OpenGL. OpenGL ensures excellent image quality with the currently available video cards offering hardware accelerated fast rendering. The Visual is based on an object-oriented framework written in C++. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 43 Installation Site Layout The operator shall consider the following: Access doors with at least 100 cm width and 2.05m height All equipment - Mock up including instructor station and visual set up, requires an area of 8m x 8m x 2.4m (w x l x h). These dimensions are required for the FNPT only and do not reflect any spare space for a briefing / debriefing room ISDN connection for remote access (broadband recommended) Consideration should be given to using a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) Power The Evolution S723 helicopter Complex will operate on 400 V / 50 Hz electric power. All interfacing equipment (transformers, inverters, etc.) will be provided by the manufacturer. The total electric power consumption for the S723 helicopter with three visual channels is about 3.8 kW and consists of the following separable circuits: Visual System 2.8 kW Simulator 1 kW Temperature Sensors Heat sensitive areas shall be climate controlled. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 44 Acceptance Acceptance Timing An on site acceptance is carried out by the Customer in accordance with a Qualification Test Guide and mission flights, which shall ensure that the Evolution S723 helicopter meets the specified requirements. Testing Procedure Evolution S723 helicopter evaluation during acceptance shall be accomplished only when the device is loaded with all deliverable object modules. A record of the load status must be kept at all times. All hardware or software changes incorporated at the time of acceptance will be properly documented. Factory Training The Manufacturer or it’s agent will hold a training course for customer technical personnel in Evolution S723 helicopter maintenance and operation. This is usually carried out during the factory acceptance. Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Options Optional instrumentation layout EFIS EFS 40 for Pilot and Copilot with control heads 45 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Garmin GNS 430 / 530 The GNS 430, designed as the first in a line of new aviation products, is an equally versatile panelmounted companion to the GNS 530. It is a WAAS-upgradeable IFR GPS, Com, VOR, LOC, and glide-slope with colour moving map in one multi purpose unit. A huge database (that can be updated with a front-loading data card) contains all airports, VORs, NDBs, Intersections, FSS, Approach, Dps/STARs, and SUA information. The GNS 430 makes practical use of this information with features like intelligent frequency nomination. 46 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Setup with Garmin GNS 530 and EFS 40 and Gear Lever 47 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice Setup with Garmin GNS 530 and EFS 40 48 Evolution S723 FNPT II Doc version 2.38 November 2008 2008 Simcopter corp., all rights reserved Specification subject to change without notice 49 Summary The complete setup of the standard Evolution S723 FNPT II consists of the following parts: Cockpit Mockup Dual cyclic and collective controls IOS cabinet Three channel Fraunhofer cave visual setup with 270 x 65 degrees field of view (horizontal x vertical) Projection walls Computers with projectors and all necessary peripherals Land Nav Database ALPS or according to customer's preferences (not for Garmin GNS 430 / 530) Visual Database GenView according to customers preference (country) Visual Database Genesis for selectable areas including 3D objects Qualification Test Guide for the AS350 according to the minimum technical requirements of JAR STD 3H, FNPT II. All JAR STD 3H required documentation for the successful evaluation process through any national authority.