CSP-HE/HS-1
Optional Equipment
Rotorcraft Litter
ROTORCRAFT FLIGHT MANUAL
MD 500
(Models 369HE/HS/HM
)
Revision 6
9-41/(9-42 blank)
FAA Approved
PART VI
WEIGHT AND BALANCE DATA
Weight and Loading:
ITEM
WEIGHT (Lbs.)
STATION (In.)
Litter Kit − without bubble doors
49.9
93.3
Special doors with bubble windows
37.4
98.5
Special doors with standard windows
26.2
100.0
Aircraft loadings with litter kit are permissible for as many as seven per−
sons (based on 170 pounds each), and may be positioned indiscriminately
for any combination under seven, provided the gross weight of 2536 pounds
(with 250−C18 engine) or 2550 pounds (with 250−C20 engine) is not exceed−
ed. Some loading conditions may result in a limitation to the fuel supply.
Substantial differences in the weight of the passengers will necessitate a
weight and balance analysis to assure center of gravity limits are main−
tained.
The following longitudinal center of gravity stations should be used to de−
termine weight and balance if required:
ITEM
LONGITUDINAL CG (IN.)
Pilot
73.5
Forward Passenger
73.5
Forward Center Passenger
71.5
Litter Load (lower)
92.4
Litter Load (Upper)
96.4
Litter Attendant(s)
116.0
