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In case of an engine failure during cruise, the minimum corrective action time is equal to:
  • A
    Two seconds.
  • B
    Normal pilot reaction time.
  • C
    No time is specified.
  • D
    One second or normal pilot reaction time, whichever is greater.

According to CS 29.143 - Controllability and manoeuvrability:

  • The rotorcraft, after failure of one engine, in the case of multi-engine rotorcraft that meet Category A engine isolation requirements, or complete power failure in the case of other rotorcraft, must be controllable over the range of speeds and altitudes for which certification is requested when such power failure occurs with maximum continuous power and critical weight. No corrective action time delay for any condition following power failure may be less than:

(1) For the cruise condition, one second, or normal pilot reaction time (whichever is greater); and

(2) For any other condition, normal pilot reaction time.


NOTE:
According to CAT.POL.H.200-General:

  • Helicopters operated in Performance Class 1 shall be certified in Category A or equivalent as determined by the Agency.

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