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Weight and Balance

Airplane Weighing Procedure

The aircraft was weighed with the fuselage level. The aircraft was empty with the exception for oil located in the engine sump.

Empty Weight and Balance Data

The datum is located XX“ forward of the wing leading edge.

StationWeight (lbs)Arm (inches)Moment (lb-in)
Left Main
Right Main
Nose/Tail
Total
CG

Allowable Weight and Balance Envelope

Sample Weight and Balance Calculation

ItemWeight (lbs)Arm (in)Moment (lb-in)
Empty Weight
Pilot
Front Passenger
Rear Passengers
Baggage
Fuel (gal × 6.0)
Total

CG = Total Moment / Total Weight = “ aft of datum