Textron 172R180HP, Pilot Operating Handbook

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SECTION 6 CESSNA
WEIGHT & BALANCE / EQUIPMENT LIST MODEL 172R (180 HP)
NOTE
Loading Graph information for the pilot, passengers and
baggage is based on seats positioned for average
occupants and baggage loaded in the center of the baggage
areas as shown on the Loading Arrangements diagram. For
loadings which may differ from these, the Sample Loading
Problem lists fuselage stations for these items to indicate
their forward and aft C.G. range limitations (seat travel and
baggage area limitation). Additional moment calculations,
based on the actual weight and C.G. arm (fuselage station)
of the item being loaded, must be made if the position of the
load is different from that shown on the Loading Graph.
Total the weights and moments/1000 and plot these values on
lthe Center of Gravity Moment Envelope to determine whether the
point falls within the envelope, and if the loading is acceptable.
BAGGAGE TIE-DOWN
A nylon baggage net having tie-down straps is provided as
standard equipment to secure baggage on the cabin floor aft of the
rear seat (baggage area 1) and in the aft baggage area (baggage
area 2). Six eyebolts serve as attaching points for the net. Two
eyeballs for the forward tie-down straps are mounted on the cabin
floor near each sidewall just forward of the baggage door
approximately at station 90; two eyebolts are installed on the cabin
floor slightly inboard of each sidewall approximately at station 107;
and two eyebolts are located below the aft window near each
sidewall approximately at station 107. A placard on the baggage
door defines the weight limitations in the baggage areas.
When baggage area 1 is utilized for baggage only, the two
forward floor mounted eyebolts and the two aft floor mounted
eyebolts (or the two eyebolts below the aft window) may be used,
depending on the height of the baggage. When baggage is carried
in the baggage area 2 only, the aft floor mounted eyebolts and the
eyebolts below the aft window should be used. When baggage is
loaded in both areas, all six eyebolts should be utilized.
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