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Preparations for Airplane Weighing
1
Make sure that all applicable items listed on the airplane equipment list are installed in
their proper locations.
2
Clean airplane. Remove dirt, excessive grease, water, and foreign items.
3
Completely defuel the fuel tanks. Use the wing fuel drain ports for the completion of the
task.
4
Fill oil, hydraulic fluid, and all other operating fluids to full capacity.
5
Make sure that the flaps are fully retracted and that the flight controls are in the neutral
position.
6
Place crew seats in the center position and make sure the cabin passenger seats are in
the correct positions. Refer to the relevant Interior Configuration Code Seat Location
Chart in this Section.
7
Close access panels and passenger door.
8
Make sure that all tires are inflated to normal operating pressure.
9
Place airplane in a closed hangar to prevent scale reading errors due to wind.
Section 6 - Weight and Balance (EASA Approved)
Preparations for Airplane Weighing
Pilot's Operating Handbook
Report No: 02406
Issue date: Mar 06, 2020
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