- Holder
- Kaman Aerospace Corporation
- Revision
- 6
- Revised
- September 26, 1950
- Status
- Current
- Product
- Aircraft · Rotorcraft
- Certification basis
- CAR 6
- Models
- 2
The release keeps the latest revision of each data sheet. Model names are as the data sheet lists them.
On this page
Models · 2
| Model | Also known as | Note |
|---|---|---|
| K-225 | ||
| K-190A |
Airworthiness directives · 2
ADs whose products are models on this data sheet, matched by model and maker.
Registered aircraft
Registry models that point at this data sheet, with their registered aircraft.
STCs approved under this data sheet · 5
STC SH3319NMInstallation of Precise Flight Pulselite Control Unit in the
Landing /Taxi Recognition Visual Control Light system,STC SR02704SEInstallation and maintenance of the Sunspot 36 and 46 series lightsSTC SR00359BOInstallation of Parmetheus Plus LED PAR36 and PAR46 taxi and landing lights.STC SR02394AKReplacement of existing landing and/or hover light bulbs with Light Emitting Diode (LED) lighting systemSTC SA4302NMInstallation of Electronics Int'l digital automatic engine analyzer.
What the data sheet says
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
CIVIL AERONAUTICS ADMINISTRATION
1H1
Revision 6
KAMAN
K-190A
K-225
September 26, 1950
HELICOPTER SPECIFICATION NO. 1H1
Manufacturer The Kaman Aircraft Corp.
Bradley Field
Windsor Locks, Conn.
I - Model K-190A, 2 POLH, Approved April 15, 1949
Engine Lycoming O-435-C
Fuel 73 min. octane aviation gasoline
Engine limits Maximum rpm (for all operation) 2550 (190 hp)
Minimum idle rpm 800
Rotor limits Power Off (Rotor Tach.) Power On (Engine Tach.)
Maximum 250 rpm Maximum 2550 rpm
Minimum 200 rpm Minimum 2375 rpm (Sea level to 3000 ft.)
(Above 3000 ft. alt. increase
minimum 20 rpm per thousand ft.)
Airspeed limits Never exceed 65 mph True Ind. (Above 3000 ft. alt. decrease 3 mph per thousand ft.)
C.G. range (101.5) to (105.5)
Empty weight C.G. range None
Maximum weight 2500 lbs.
No. of seats 2. Pilot at (40.5) and passenger at (80).
Maximum Baggage 75 lbs. (40.5)
Fuel capacity 38 gals. (109)
Engine oil capacity 3 gals. (135)
Transmission oil 1.5 gals. (109)
tank capacity
Rotor blade travel Teetering (Flapping) (About axis perpendicular to shaft)
12° UP to 12° DOWN.
Hunting (About axis parallel to shaft)
0° to +10° Autorotation
0° to -23° Starting
Tolerance +2°
Rotor tab position For rotor blade rigging information see applicable Service Manual.
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I - Model K-190A, 2 POLH, Approved April 15, 1949 (Cont’d)
Serial Nos. eligible 2 and up
Required equipment Items 1, 101(a), 102, 103, 104, 106, 201(a), 202, 205, 206, 301(a), 302(a), 303(a),
401(a).
II - Model K-225, 3 POLH, Approved September 16, 1949
Engine Lycoming O-435-A2
Fuel 91 min. octane aviation gasoline
Engine limits Maximum rpm (for all operation) 3000 (225 hp)
Minimum idle rpm 900
Rotor limits Power Off (Rotor Tach.) Power On (Engine Tach.)
Maximum 250 rpm Maximum 3000 rpm
Minimum 200 rpm Minimum 2700 rpm
Airspeed limits Never exceed 72 mph True Ind.
C.G. range (101.5) to (105.0)
Empty weight C.G. range None
Maximum weight 2500 lbs.
No. of seats 3. Pilot at (40.5) and 2 passengers at (80).
Maximum Baggage 75 lbs. (40.5)
Fuel capacity 38 gals. (109)
Engine oil capacity 3 gals. (135)
Transmission oil 1.5 gals. (109)
tank capacity
Rotor blade travel Teetering (Flapping) (About axis perpendicular to shaft)
12° UP to 12° DOWN.
Hunting (About axis parallel to shaft)
0° to +10° Autorotation
0° to -23° Starting
Tolerance +2°
Rotor tab position For rotor blade rigging information, see applicable Service Manual.
Serial Nos. eligible 2 and up
Required equipment Items 1, 101(b), 102, 103, 104, 106, 201(a), 202, 205, 206, 301(b), 302(b), 303(b),
401(b).
Specifications Pertinent to All Models
Datum 129 in. forward of centerline main landing gear torque tube.
Leveling means Leveling lugs on right longeron (97) Fore & Aft.
Cross Tube, base of tower, between fuel tank straps, (95) (Lateral).
Certification basis Type Certificate No. 1H1 (CAR 6)
3 1H1
Specifications Pertinent to All Models (Cont’d)
Production basis None. Prior to original certification a CAA Representative must perform a detailed
instpection for workmanship, materials, and conformity with the approved technical
data, and a check of the flight characteristics.
Export eligibility Eligible for export to all countries subject to the provisions of ASR 312 (MOP 2-4
contains the same information).
Equipment: A plus (+) or minus (-) sign preceding the weight of an item indicates the net weight
change when that item is installed.
Rotors and Rotor Equipment
1. Main Rotors (2) Kaman Dwg. R-30 and R-31 338 lbs. (109)
(Forged rotor hubs and rotor blade retention ends)
2. Weatherized Main Rotor Blades (2) Use actual wgt. change
Kaman Dwgs. R33-12 and R32-8
Engine and Engine Accessories - Fuel and Oil System
101. (a) Starter (Eclipse E80, Type 397, Model 50) 18 lbs. (118)
(b) Starter (Delco-Remy #1109652) 17 lbs. (119)
(c) 24 Volt system
Starter (Delco Remy 24V No. X10353) 17 lbs. (119)
102. (2) Oil coolers (Young radiator No. 546922) 16 lbs. (158)
(Mod. Kaman Dwg. L2-9 and 10)
103. Main transmission assembly
(Serial Nos. 3 and up) Dwg. D-30 207 lbs. (110)
(Serial No. 2) Dwg. D-20 245 lbs. (110)
104. Cooling fan and clutch (Dwg. D-19-2) 47 lbs. (157)
105. Fuel filter (United Aircraft Prod. Type C-1A) 1 lb. (90)
106. Oil filter (Air Maze Model 02FC07) 2 lbs. (123)
107. Air Maze oil bath filter, Model F350S, Installation Dwg. P-6-6. 14 lbs. (18)
Landing Gear
201. Two main wheel assemblies, 5.00-5, Type III
(a) Goodyear Model L5HBM Wheel Assembly No. 9520265 7 lbs. (129)
(b) Goodyear type PD 371, Assy. No. 9520425 Wheel brakes 7 lbs. (111)
202. Two main wheel, 4 ply rating tires, 5.00-5 Type III, with regular tubes. 14 lbs. (129)
205. One nose wheel, 5.00-5, Type III
(a) Goodyear Model L5NBD, Assembly No. 9520653 3 lbs. (26)
206. One nose wheel, 4 ply rating tire, 5.00-5, Type III, with regular tube. 7 lbs. (26)
Electrical Equipment
301. (a) Battery (Reading 12 volt) Model S-24 22 lbs. (22)
(b) Battery (Reading 12 volt) Model R-37 36 lbs. (19)
(c) 24 volt system
Batteries - Two (Reading 12V), Model S-24 44 lbs. (25)
302. (a) Volt Reg. (Delco-Remy) 8 amp (1118209) 1 lb. (91)
(b) Voltage Reg. (Delco-Remy 25 amp #1118263) 2 lbs. (91)
(c) 24 Volt system
Volt Reg. (Delco-Remy 24V No. X40093) 2 lbs. (91)
303. (a) Generator (Champion E128, 8 amps at 12V) 8 lbs. (118)
(b) Generator (Delco-Remy 12V, 25 amp #1101882) 14 lbs. (118)
(c) 24 Volt system
Generator (Delco-Remy 24 V No. X1296) 16 lbs. (118)
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Interior Equipment
401. (a) "CAA approved Kaman Model K-190A Helicopter Flight Manual", dated June 28, 1949.
(b) "CAA approved Kaman Model K-225 Helicopter Flight Manual", dated
September 16, 1949, Revision No. 3, dated May 3, 1950.
Miscellaneous (not listed above)
601. Crop dusting equipment, Dwg. M-13 116 lbs. (105)
602. Baggage compartment, Dwg. M-19 (Maximum capacity 75 lbs.) 3 lbs. (189)
603. Windshield, Dwg. M-20-1 27 lbs. (8)
604. Dual controls. Installation Dwg. C-30 sh.2 14 lbs. (58)
605. Steel spring control bungee Assy. Dwg. C-30-289 2 lbs. (30)
606. Night flying equipment in accordance with Kaman Dwg. E-5 Use actual wgt. change.
NOTE 1. Current weight and balance report including list of equipment included in certificated weight empty, and
loading instructions must be in each aircraft at the time of original certification and at all times thereafter.
When changes are made to the helicopter which affect weight and balance, see instructions in Section IV of
Flight Manual.
NOTE 2. The following placards must be displayed in the locations noted:
(a) In front of and in full view of the pilot:
"This aircraft must be operated in accordance with CAA Approved Kaman Helicopter Flight Manual."
"Above 3000 feet altitude increase minimum engine RPM 20 per thousand feet". (Applicable to
Model K-190A only).
"Above 3000 feet altitude decrease never exceed speed (Vne) 3 MPH per thousand feet". (Applicable
to Model K-190A only).
"For continuous operation use only one light." (Applicable to Model X-225 only when used for night
flying operations)
(b) Baggage compartment:
"Maximum capacity 75 lbs. For loading instructions see Flight Manual."
(c) Dust hoppers:
"Not approved for Sulfur Dust."
"Maximum capacity 300 lbs. For loading instructions see Flight Manual."
(d) In front of and in full view of occupant of rear seat:
"Solo from front seat only."
NOTE 3. These helicopters must be serviced and maintained in conformance with instructions given by Kaman
Aircraft Corporation in their Service Manual dated April 15, 1949.
NOTE 4. Night flying prohibited unless in compliance with Helicopter Night Flying Requirements or unless Item 606
is installed. Instrument and Acrobatic Flying prohibited.
NOTE 5. Model K-225 is approved with either a fixed vertical tail surface or with a controllable rudder surface.
NOTE 6. Information essential to the proper maintenance of the helicopter including including retirement times of
critical parts is included in the manufacturer's service instructions provided with each helicopter.
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