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General
This section contains the information required to determine the Basic Empty Weight and
Moment of the aircraft, adjust the B.E.W. & M as equipment is added or removed, and
calculate aircraft loading for various flight operations. Sample loading forms are provided.
To achieve the performance designed for the aircraft it must be flown with approved weight
and center of gravity limits.
It is the responsibility of the pilot in command to make sure that the aircraft does not
exceed the maximum weight limits and is loaded within the center of gravity range
before takeoff.
Weight in excess of the maximum takeoff weight may be a contributing factor to an accident,
especially with other factors of temperature, airfield elevation and runway conditions. The
aircraft’s climb, cruise and landing performance will also be affected. Loads that the aircraft
was not designed for may be put on the structure, particularly during landing.
The pilot should routinely determine the balance of the aircraft since it is possible to be within
the maximum weight limit and still exceed the center of gravity limits. Information regarding
the Basic Empty Weight can be found on the
in this section.
Installed equipment information can be found in the Equipment List at the back of this
manual. Using the basic empty weight and moment together with the Loading Form the pilot
can determine the weight and moment for the loaded aircraft by computing the total weight
and moment and then determine whether they are within the Center of Gravity Envelope.
Section 6 - Weight and Balance (EASA Approved)
General
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Report No: 02406
Issue date: Mar 06, 2020
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