P I L O T ’ S O P E R A T I N G H A
N D B O O K
V I P E R J E T M K I I
Revision 1
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June 1, 2008
SECTION 6
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WEIGHT AND BALANCE
INTRODUCTION
Section 6 describes recommended for establishing the basic empty weight and moment of
the aircraft. Sample forms are provided for reference along with procedures for
calculating the weight and moment for various operations.
Please note specific information regarding the weight, arm, moment and installed
equipment list for your aircraft can only be found in the appropriate weight and balance
records carried in the aircraft.
It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure that the aircraft is loaded properly.
AIRPLANE WEIGHING PROCEDURES
1.
Preparation:
a.
Inflate tires to recommended operating pressures.
b.
Remove the fuel tank sumps’ quick
-drain fittings to drain all fuel.
c.
Move sliding seats to the most forward position.
d.
Raise flaps to the fully retracted position.
e.
Place all control surfaces in neutral position.
2.
Leveling:
a.
Place scales under each wheel (minimum scale capacity, 500 pounds nose,
1500 pounds each main).
b.
Deflate the nose tire and/or lower or raise the nose strut to properly center
the bubble in the level (see Figure 6-1)
3.
Weighing:
a.
With the aircraft level and brakes released, record the weight shown on
each scale. Deduct the tare, if any, from each reading.
4.
Measuring:
a.
Obtain measurement
A
by measuring horizontally (along the aircraft center
line) from a line stretched between the main wheel center to a plumb bob
dropped from the nose of the aircraft.
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