Cessna 172N N8050E Weight and Balance
CESSNA 172N SKYHAWK · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document provides the weight and balance information for the Cessna 172N, specifically for aircraft N8050E, serial number 17272122. It includes details on the distribution of weight among various components such as the pilot, co-pilot, passengers, baggage, and fuel. The document is essential for ensuring that the aircraft is within safe operating limits for takeoff and flight. Proper weight and balance calculations are critical for flight safety and performance, making this document a vital reference for pilots operating this specific aircraft model.
- Maximum gross weight: 2550 lbs
- Total weight includes pilot, co-pilot, rear passengers, baggage, and fuel
- Fuel capacity: 18 gallons in AFT belly tank
- Weight distribution is critical for calculating center of gravity
- Weight and balance calculations must be performed before each flight.
Document
Source
Originally published by wingsflightschool.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Weight And Balance
- Year
- 2022
- Pages
- 1
- File size
- 311 KB
- Publisher
- wingsflightschool.com
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In this document
Weight Distribution
The document outlines the weight distribution for the Cessna 172N N8050E, detailing the moment arm and weight for each item including the airplane itself, pilot, co-pilot, rear passengers, and baggage areas. This information is crucial for calculating the center of gravity (CG) and ensuring the aircraft is balanced.
Maximum Gross Weight
The maximum gross weight for the Cessna 172N is specified as 2550 lbs. This limit must not be exceeded to maintain safe flight operations.
Fuel Capacity
The document notes that the aircraft has an 18-gallon AFT belly fuel tank. Proper fuel management is essential for weight calculations and flight planning.
Total Weight Calculation
A total weight calculation is provided, which sums the weights of the pilot, co-pilot, passengers, baggage, and fuel to ensure compliance with the maximum gross weight.
Safety Considerations
The document emphasizes the importance of adhering to weight and balance limits to ensure safe flight operations. It serves as a reminder for pilots to perform these calculations before each flight.
Safety notes
- Ensure total weight does not exceed maximum gross weight of 2550 lbs.
- Verify weight distribution to maintain proper center of gravity.
Full document text
Date: PIC: Last Updated 11 November 2022 Less Flight fuel Landing weight Baggage area 1 Cessna 172N N8050E Weight and Balance S/N 17272122 Moment Arm Weight Item Airplane Pilot Co-pilot Rear pax 1 Rear pax 2 1544.7 43.48 37 37 73 73 48 95 97.2 67167.13 Safety 123 48 Baggage area 2 Fuel TOTAL Checklist Take Off Weight Max gross weight 2550 CG 18 gallon AFT Belly Fuel Tank Flight plan Weather Glasses Fuel Maps & charts Approaches
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