Tecnam P2008 JC, Flight Manual

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Section 6 – Weight and balance
INTRODUCTION
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1. INTRODUCTION
This section describes the procedure for establishing the basic empty weight and
the moment of the aircraft. Loading procedure information is also provided.
Aircraft must be operated in accordance with the limits con-
cerning the maximum takeoff weight and CG excursion as re-
ported in Flight Manual Section 2.
Pilot is responsible for checking the weight and CG excursion are compliant with
the related limits. CG excursion and weight limits are reported in Section 2 –
Limitations.
2. WEIGHING PROCEDURES
2.1. P
REPARATION

Carry out weighing procedure inside closed hangar

Remove from cabin any objects unintentionally left

Insure Flight Manual and mandatory documents are on board

Align nose wheel

Drain fuel via the specific drain valve

Oil, hydraulic fluid and coolant to operating levels

Move sliding seats to most forward position

Raise flaps to fully retracted position (0°)

Place control surfaces in neutral position

Place scales under each wheel
2.2. L
EVELLING
- Level the aircraft (the reference for longitudinal levelling is made putting a
spirit-level on the cabin floor as shown in the Aircraft Maintenance Manual).
- If needed, adjust longitudinal attitude deflating nose tire
2.3. W
EIGHING
- Record weight shown on each scale
- Repeat weighing procedure three times
- Calculate empty weight
NOTE