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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

REVISION
REVISION DATE
N/C
5/10/2004
A
8/10/2004
A
8/10/2004
B
10/1/2005
C
2/1/2011
D
6/5/2013
E
2/26/2015
Airfilm Camera Systems
6245 Aerodrome Way Hangar No. 2
Georgetown, Ca 95634
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
AirFilm Camera Systems
AF200 CAMERA MOUNT
REPORT NO. AF200-007
REV E
REV DATE ISSUED: 2/26/2015

LOG OF REVISIONS

PAGES EFFECTED
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AF200-007 - REV E
DATE 2/26/2015
COMMENTS
ORIGINAL SUBMITTAL
ADDED WEIGHT AND BALANCE
PLACARDS REVISED
ADDED APPENDIX C
REVISED NOTES
REVISED W&B NOTES
ADDED APPENDIX D – PAYLOAD
PART A735 / A734 P/N CHANGE
MINOR NOTES, ADDED VIEWS
UPDATED W&B
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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 AirFilm Camera Systems INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200 CAMERA MOUNT REPORT NO. AF200-007 REV E REV DATE ISSUED: 2/26/2015 LOG OF REVISIONS REVISION REVISION DATE PAGES EFFECTED COMMENTS 5/10/2004 ORIGINAL SUBMITTAL 8/10/2004 ADDED WEIGHT AND BALANCE...
  • Page 2 The AF200-2 mount system consists of a center mounted support bar that attached to the forward lower aircraft hard points. This center cross tube bar allows the nose mount section to be attached.
  • Page 3 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 AF200-2 NOSE MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: NOSE MOUNT SUPPORT 1) Confirm that the mount will not interfere with any exterior kits, antennas, and other exterior mounted assemblies. 2) Remove the forward belly panel – Use caution for any antennas located on the panel.
  • Page 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 3B) Torque to 72-84 in lbs. (USE CAUTION WHEN USING THE ¾” SOCKET WRENCH TO TIGHTEN BOLTS- REMEMBER THAT THE BOLTS ARE 6MM DIA AND PROPER TORQUE WILL BE ACHIEVED QUICKLY). Safety Wire .032 all nuts from turning. SEE FIG NO.
  • Page 5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 5) Attach the cross tube assembly (A911) to the underbelly hard points Qty 2 located under the forward landing gear cross tube. Use the following hardware to attach. SEE FIG NO. 4...
  • Page 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 6) Install the nose mount truss ASSY (Left and Right sides A909) (SEE ABOVE FIG) to the main cross tube by attaching the aft open clamps around the main cross tube. Attach the clamps together by using the following hardware each side.
  • Page 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 7) Insert the nose mount yoke Assy (A909) into the forward part of the (A909) truss. Attach using the following hardware. TYPE - NUMBER ITEM AN6-34A HEX HEAD BOLT AN960-616 WASHERS AN365-624A STOP NUTS Torque as per FAA AC43.13-1A 160-190 In Lbs.
  • Page 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 8.1) Adjust fork fitting to level sensor yoke if required. Ensure nut is tight against lock washer. 9) Attach supplied hose to aircraft pitot tube and Pitot tube extension, use supplied aero seal (QS100-M8W) hose clamp.
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 AF200-2 SIDE MOUNT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: SIDE MOUNT SUPPORT Airfilm Camera Systems Page 9 of 31 6245 Aerodrome Way Hangar No. 2 Georgetown, Ca 95634...
  • Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 1) Attach the SIDE MOUNT LOWER SUPPORT (A967) (left and right) to the AIRCRAFT CROSS FWD AND AFT CROSS TUBE. Insure that the aircraft is properly protected by using the supplied (A795) rubber sleeve – channel shape. (See above figures) Additional rubber strips are used to protect the landing gear.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 2) Attach SIDE MOUNT YOKE ASSY (A970) to the SIDE MOUNT HORIZONTAL TUBE (A967) LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES by placing the open clamps on the yoke assembly around the horizontal tube as show above. Tighten the two clamps using the following hardware.
  • Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 AF200-2 COUNTER WEIGHT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: COUNTER WEIGHT SUPPORT Airfilm Camera Systems Page 12 of 31 6245 Aerodrome Way Hangar No. 2 Georgetown, Ca 95634...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 1) Attach the COMBO SIDE FITTING ASSY (A972) to the aircraft hard point on the right side of the aircraft. The combo fitting will allow for the attachment of both the side mount and the counterweight installations.
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 2) Attach the COUNTER WEIGHT YOKE TENSION TUBE to the COMBO SIDE FITTING (A972). Use the following hardware (SEE ABOVE FIGURE) TYPE – NUMBER ITEM AN6-22A HEX HEAD BOLTS AN960-616 WASHERS AN365-624A STOP NUTS Torque as per FAA AC43.13-1A 160-190 In Lbs.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 4) Attach the COUNTERWEIGHT TENSION TUBE to the LOWER SIDE MOUNT SUPPORT TUBES LH AND RH (see above figure) Use the following hardware: TYPE – NUMBER ITEM AN6-22A HEX HEAD BOLTS AN960-616...
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 6) Attach the COUNTER WEIGHT or COUNTER WEIGHT BOX or SENSOR to the COUNTER WEIGHT ASSEMBLY using the 1” diameter bolt supplied. Tighten bolt so taper fit is tight and secure with no free play. Safety bolt to bracket with .032 safety wire.
  • Page 17 REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS: AF200 MOUNT To remove AF200-2 mount from aircraft: Follow directions in reverse order and replace all original hardware / fixtures that were removed for installation of AF200-2 mount. If Any Remove any AF200-2 mount placards from cockpit Calculate weight and balance...
  • Page 18: Appendix A - Camera Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 APPENDIX A – CAMERA INSTALLATION Installation Supplement – BIG BOLT Type End Fitting 1) Install Camera System to Mount Support using 1 x 8 UNC 2 ¾ Bolt (AIRFILM PART NO CF-112) and camera provided. Safety Wire main bolt to mount end fitting drilled fitting.
  • Page 19: Appendix B - Weight And Balance

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 APPENDIX B – WEIGHT AND BALANCE Airfilm Camera Systems Page 19 of 31 6245 Aerodrome Way Hangar No. 2 Georgetown, Ca 95634...
  • Page 20: Appendix C - Quick Clamp

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 APPENDIX C – QUICK CLAMP PROCEDURE THE SAME FOR R/H OR L/H INSTALLATION Airfilm Camera Systems Page 20 of 31 6245 Aerodrome Way Hangar No. 2 Georgetown, Ca 95634...
  • Page 21: Appendix D - Method Of Adding Additional Sensor /Camera / Payloads

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 APPENDIX D - METHOD OF ADDING ADDITIONAL SENSOR /CAMERA / PAYLOADS 1. Overview This Appendix provides the requirements necessary to qualify sensor / camera / light payloads – IF NEEDED. It may also be used as a check list for previously approved sensor /cameras / light payloads if desired.
  • Page 22 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 Test Location _________________________________ Airport or Test Site 5. Test Conditions Date: ___________________ Weather: Ceiling ______________ Visibility ______________ Winds ________________ Altimeter ___________ Field Elevation _____________ Flight Time: Engine Start _____________ Shut Down _____________ Flt Time ______ 6.
  • Page 23 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 6.2.1 Method of Compliance The recommended takeoff procedure must be demonstrated to remain clear of the HV "avoid" areas without requiring exceptional piloting skill or exceptionally favorable conditions. A qualitative evaluation of the ability to safely land at any point along the flight path will be made using judgment and experience with the basic aircraft.
  • Page 24 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 6.3.3 Findings Satisfactory _________ Altitude Band HP ________ Fuel Gage Reading ________ FAR § 29.143 Controllability and Maneuverability 6.4.1 Applicable Regulation (a) The rotorcraft must be safely controllable and maneuverable -  (1) During steady flight; and (2) During any maneuver appropriate to the type, including -...
  • Page 25 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 (e) For helicopters for which a VNE (power off) is established under § 29.1505(c), compliance must be demonstrated with the following requirements with critical weight, critical center of gravity, and critical rotor rpm: (1) The helicopter must be safely slowed to VNE (power off), without exceptional pilot skill, after the last operating engine is made inoperative at power on VNE.
  • Page 26 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 6.5.2 Method of Compliance Compliance with the requirements of this section can often be obtained for the VFR condition without any specific or designated flight testing. Demonstrate that the aircraft can be satisfactorily flown throughout the maximum endurance capabilities of the rotorcraft including night and turbulence conditions if those are critical.
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 FAR § 29.773 Pilot Compartment View 6.7.1 Applicable Regulation (a) Nonprecipitation conditions. For nonprecipitation conditions, the following apply:  (1) Each pilot compartment must be arranged to give the pilots a sufficiently extensive, clear, and undistorted view for safe operation.
  • Page 28 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 FAR § 29.787 Cargo & Baggage Compartment 6.8.1 Applicable Regulation Cargo and baggage compartments. (a) Each cargo and baggage compartment must be designed for its placarded maximum weight of contents and for the critical load distributions at the appropriate maximum load factors corresponding to the specified flight and ground load conditions, except the emergency landing conditions of Sec.
  • Page 29 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 FAR § 29.1301 Function and Installation. 6.9.1 Applicable Regulation Each item of installed equipment must--  (a) Be of a kind and design appropriate to its intended function (b) Be labeled as to its identification, function, or operating limitations, or any applicable combination of these factors;...
  • Page 30 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 6.9.3 Findings Interference? Position Camera/Sensor/Light Controller Camera/Sensor/Light Position Controller VHF Comm 1 VHF Comm 2 VHF Comm 3 VHF NAV 1 VHF NAV 2 ADF 1 XPONDER 1 Other Radios Audio 1...
  • Page 31 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AF200-007 - REV E DATE 2/26/2015 Signatures General test findings ________________________________ Pilot Signature ____________________________ Mechanic/ Engineer ____________________________ Other Flt Personnel Signature & Function ______________________________________ Airfilm Camera Systems Page 31 of 6245 Aerodrome Way Hangar No. 2 Georgetown, Ca 95634...