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Maximum Allowable Weight Per Single Container (Without
Special Equipment)
The maximum allowable weight is based on the package dimensions, vertical c.g. and the
number of seat rails used to secure the fore-aft tie-down straps.
The flowcharts below can be used to determine whether the weight of a cargo item is
acceptable, which Restraint Bars are to be used, and how the cargo is to be loaded.
The cargo dimensions are defined as shown in
WIDTH
LENGTH
HEIGHT
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Figure 6-7-2: Cargo Dimensions
The process to decide whether and how cargo can be tied down follows the following 4 steps
1
Determine the cargo size and orientation.
2
Determine the correct restraint bars.
3
Determine the correct cargo tie-down configuration chart and curve.
4
Determine allowable cargo weight.
These steps are explained in the following flowcharts, followed by an example to demonstrate
their use.
Section 6 - Weight and Balance (EASA Approved)
Maximum Allowable Weight Per Single Container (Without Special
Equipment)
Pilot's Operating Handbook
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Issue date: Mar 06, 2020
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