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Airplane Flight Manual XA42
AFM-XA42-0040-002-A.01
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24.01.2011 EASA approved Chapter 06
NOTE
6. WEIGHT & BALANCE AND EQUIPMENT LIST
6.1 GENERAL
This section describes the procedure for establishing the basic weight and moment of the aircraft.
Sample forms are provided for reference. Procedures for calculating the weight and movement for
various operations are also provided. A comprehensive list of all equipment available for this aircraft is
included.
It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure that the aircraft is loaded within the limits.
6.2 AIRCRAFT WEIGHING PROCEDURE
A) Drain all fuel tanks to non-usable fuel level.
B) Position scales (capable of min. 300 kg each) under each wheel.
C) Support tail wheel until water level (firewall vertical) shows aircraft in level attitude.
D) Read each scales´ reading, subtract support’s weight if necessary.
Determination of the momentum arms:
A) The firewall is vertical reference plane, use plumb-bob to mark plane on the ground.
B) By using a plumb bob draw a line from middle of right wheel axle to middle of left axle.
C) By using a plumb bob mark the tail wheel’s axle center. Tail wheel must be aligned straight.
D) Measure distance from reference plane to main wheel axles (Arm A), distance from reference
plane to tail wheel axle (Arm B).