MD Helicopters MD900 with PW206E, Flight Manual

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CSP–900RFM206E–1
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD900 With PW 206E
Weight and
Balance Data
Original
6–7
6–2. LOAD LIMITS AND BALANCE CRITERIA
The load limits and balance conditions are as noted in Table 6−1.
Do not exceed these limitations at any time during flight.
Use the helicopter Basic Weight as recorded in the Basic Weight and Balance Record
inserted in this section to perform all weight and balance computations. Basic Weight
includes oil, hydraulic fluid, and unusable fuel.
6–3. EQUIPMENT REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION
Removal or addition of equipment must be entered on the repair and alteration
report form, FAA 337, in accordance with Federal Air Regulations which shall then
become part of the helicopter log book file.
Record the weight and balance effects of these changes in the Basic Weight and
Balance Record inserted in this section.
Use the balance and station diagrams shown as an aid for weight and balance
changes.
Use the following tables to assist in determining weight and balance effects with
doors opened or removed.
Table 6–2. Cockpit, Cabin, and Baggage Compartment Doors Weight Data
ITEM
WEIGHT
(LB)
LONGITUDINAL
STATION
(ARM)
LATERAL
STATION
(ARM)
MOMENT
(IN–LB)
Longitudinal Lateral
Cockpit doors (2) 24.0 132.9
"
30.6 3190
"
367
Cabin doors (2) 32.2 196.0
"
31.2 6311
"
502
Baggage door (1) 9.4 269.0 0 2529 0
Table 6–3. Cabin Doors Open Weight Data
ITEM
WEIGHT
(LB)
LONGITUDINAL
STATION
(ARM)
LATERAL
STATION
(ARM)
MOMENT
(IN–LB)
Longitudinal Lateral
Cabin doors (2) 32.2 248.0
"
31.2 7986
"
502
Note: At minimum flying weight (3500 LBS) the CG shifts 0.48 inch aft with cabin doors open.
At maximum gross weight (6250 LBS) the CG shifts 0.27 inch aft with cabin doors open.