Pull starting a 206

[Blakey]

You do what you have to do!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnopbNGSK_0&app=desktop

[Eric Janson]

I've used this procedure to start one engine of a DC-3.

As you correctly said - you do what you have to do.

[CL-Skadoo!]

Incredible, I would have had a tough time believing that without the video. How do you ensure the line does not continue with the prop and wrap itself around the hub?

[challenger_nami]

I have hand prop started lycoming O320 engines many times. I am comfortable and competent with it. I know 206 has a stronger and faster engine and prop, but not by much. I know this truck pulling method makes perfect sense ( only in NWT for a DC3 as Eric Jansen mentioned.

For the exact same reason CL-SKADOO mentioned, Is it not less risky to hand prop start in this situation?

[2R]

Just make sure the starter is disengaged secure and not going to damage the engine before any non standard procedures . A tap with a rubber mallet on the starter , check connections , faulty switch , vacuum the brushes , tap starter with a hammer a couple of times blow it through with compressed air . Might just be dried oil on the bushes , one of the reasons to be careful filling the engines with oil , that and a dirty engine compartment is a fire hazard of the preventable kind.
Stay Frosty

[digits_]

I'm absolutely delighted to see this being done to an "OO" registration. Never thought that would happen nowadays. I'm sure it helps it happened in Africa, but still... Neat!