CESSNA 150 M WEIGHT & BALANCE SHEET
Cessna 150 · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document is a Weight & Balance sheet for the Cessna 150 M aircraft. It provides essential calculations for determining the center of gravity (CG) for both takeoff and landing configurations. The sheet includes specific weight values for the aircraft, fuel, and baggage, as well as conversion factors for various units. Pilots and ground crew can use this sheet to ensure that the aircraft is loaded within its certified weight and CG limits, which is critical for safe operations. The document emphasizes the importance of accurate weight and balance calculations in maintaining aircraft performance and safety.
- Basic Empty Weight: 1171 lbs
- Max Take Off Weight: 22.5 US gallons of fuel
- 1 US gallon of fuel = 6 lbs
- Take Off CG = Take Off Moments ÷ Take Off Weight
- Landing CG = Landing Moments ÷ Landing Weight
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Take Off and Landing CG Calculations
The document outlines the formulas for calculating the center of gravity (CG) for takeoff and landing. The Take Off CG is determined by dividing the Take Off Moments by the Take Off Weight, while the Landing CG is calculated by dividing the Landing Moments by the Landing Weight. These calculations are crucial for ensuring the aircraft is within safe operational limits.
Weight and Balance Data
The sheet provides specific weight data, including the Basic Empty Weight of 1171 lbs, maximum takeoff weight, and fuel weight conversions. It also includes a note on the weight of fuel, stating that 1 US gallon of fuel weighs 6 lbs. This information is vital for pilots to accurately assess the aircraft's loading.
CG Envelope Reference
Pilots are instructed to locate the calculated Take Off CG and Landing CG on the CG Envelope depicted in Figure 6-9. This visual reference helps ensure that the aircraft remains within safe CG limits during flight operations.
Safety notes
- Ensure the aircraft is loaded in accordance with the AFM and its certified weights and CG limits for Take Off and Landing.
Full document text
CESSNA 150 M WEIGHT & BALANCE SHEET Moments lbs-ins 1. Take Off CG = Take Off Moments ÷ Take Off Weight = ____________ ins AFT 2. Landing CG = Landing Moments ÷ Landing Weight = ____________ ins AFT Locate Take Off CG & Landing CG on CG Envelope (Fig 6-9) Note : Aircraft Registration : 9M - __________ Fuel 1 US Gal = 6 lbs Fuel 1 US Gal = 3.785 Liters 1 kg = 2.2 lbs 1 lbs = 0.453 kg 1 Nm = 1.852 km / 1 km = 0.539 1 Feet = 0.304 m / 1 m = 3.280 Feet 1 Knots = 1.852 Km/h / 1 Km/h = 0.53 Knots Figure 6 - 9 Baggage Area 2 Useable Fuel Max Max 22.5 US gall × 84.0 × 42.2 Item Basic Empty Weight (From Flight Manual) Pilot + Pax Baggage Area 1 Take Off Weight Max Fuel Burn Of US Gall Landing Weight Weight / Lbs 1171 Date / Time × 42.2 Sign I certify that the aircraft is loaded in accordance with the AFM and its certified weights and CG limits for Take Off and Landing. Completed By (Name) AIRCRAFT C.G. LOCATION - INCHES AFT OF DATUM ________________ ___________________ ________________ Arm / Ins × 33.6 × 39.0 × 44.0 LOADED AIRPLANE WEIGHT 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 LOADED AIRCRAFT WEIGHT (POUNDS) 110 120 130 140 150 160 170