MSFS 2024 · Rotary

Bell 407 Emergency Procedures

Bell 407 Emergency Procedures - Full Reference

All 6 procedures with immediate action steps, in full.

Engine Failure - In Flight

Immediate actions · 6 steps

  1. 1
    CollectiveLOWER immediately (enter autorotation)
  2. 2
    ThrottleOFF
  3. 3
    Airspeed80 KIAS (best glide) or 55 KIAS (min sink)
  4. 4
    NrMAINTAIN 97–107%
  5. 5
    Fuel ShutoffOFF
  6. 6
    At 75 ftFLARE, cushion with collective

Engine Fire - In Flight

Immediate actions · 6 steps

  1. 1
    ThrottleOFF
  2. 2
    Fuel Shutoff ValveOFF
  3. 3
    CollectiveLOWER (enter autorotation)
  4. 4
    Airspeed80 KIAS
  5. 5
    ElectricalOFF if fire persists
  6. 6
    Execute forced landing immediately

Tail Rotor Failure - Complete Loss of Thrust

Immediate actions · 6 steps

  1. 1
    ThrottleIDLE immediately
  2. 2
    Enter autorotation
  3. 3
    AirspeedMAINTAIN minimum 55 KIAS during descent
  4. 4
    Select landing areaprefer right crosswind
  5. 5
    Use shallow approach with forward speed
  6. 6
    Run-on landingslight nose-high flare, collective to cushion

Hydraulic Failure

Immediate actions · 6 steps

  1. 1
    HYD warningCHECK caution panel
  2. 2
    AirspeedREDUCE below 60 KIAS
  3. 3
    ControlsEXPECT heavy forces, use both hands
  4. 4
    Avoid large or abrupt control inputs
  5. 5
    Land as soon as practical
  6. 6
    Use run-on landing to minimize control inputs

Overtorque / Overspeed

Immediate actions · 6 steps

  1. 1
    CollectiveLOWER to reduce torque
  2. 2
    ThrottleADJUST as required
  3. 3
    NrCHECK 97–107% range
  4. 4
    TOTCHECK below 727 °C continuous
  5. 5
    Note values and duration exceeded
  6. 6
    Land as soon as practical for inspection

Engine Fire - On Ground

Immediate actions · 6 steps

  1. 1
    ThrottleOFF
  2. 2
    Fuel Shutoff ValveOFF
  3. 3
    Battery / GeneratorOFF
  4. 4
    Rotor BrakeAPPLY when safe
  5. 5
    Fire extinguisherUSE if available
  6. 6
    EVACUATE immediately