Cessna 172 S – Weight & Balance Work Sheet
CESSNA 172S Skyhawk · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document is a Weight & Balance Work Sheet specifically for the Cessna 172S Skyhawk, dated July 17, 2015. It serves as a reference for pilots and ground crew to calculate the weight and center of gravity (CG) of the aircraft. The sheet includes essential data such as the Basic Empty Weight, fuel capacity, and various weight categories including pilot, passengers, and baggage. It emphasizes the importance of consulting the Pilot's Operating Handbook (POH) for accurate weight and balance calculations. The document is structured to guide users through the calculation process, ensuring safe operation within the aircraft's weight limits.
- Basic Empty Weight: 1,702.8 lbs
- Usable Fuel: 48.00 lbs
- Taxi Fuel: 8.0 lbs
- Weight calculation includes pilot, passengers, and baggage
- Always consult the POH for accurate Weight & Balance calculations
Document
Source
Originally published by meowmeow.info. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Weight And Balance
- Year
- 2015
- Pages
- 1
- File size
- 420 KB
- Publisher
- meowmeow.info
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In this document
Weight Calculation
The Weight Calculation section provides a formula to determine the Takeoff Weight and CG. It starts with the Basic Empty Weight of 1,702.8 lbs and includes additional weights for front pilots, rear passengers, and baggage areas. The Zero Fuel Weight is calculated before adding usable fuel to determine the Ramp Weight.
Center of Gravity (CG) Limits
This section outlines the importance of maintaining the center of gravity within specified limits. The document indicates that the center of gravity for pilots and passengers should be positioned on adjustable seats for average occupants, with forward and aft limits provided in parentheses.
Fuel Management
The Fuel Management section details the usable fuel amount of 48.00 lbs and includes a deduction for taxi fuel of 8.0 lbs. This information is crucial for calculating the Takeoff Weight and Landing Weight, ensuring that the aircraft is within safe operational limits.
Safety notes
- Always ensure the aircraft is within weight and balance limits before flight.
- Consult the POH for specific weight and balance procedures.
Full document text
Cessna 172 S – Weight & Balance Work Sheet This sheet is for reference only; always consult with the aircraft POH and documented Weight & Balance. * Pilot or passenger center of gravity on adjustable seats positioned for average occupant. Numbers in parentheses indicate forward and aft limits of occupant center of gravity range. ** Arm measured to the center of the areas shown. N513WF as of 7/17/2015 WEIGHT x ARM = MOMENT Basic Empty Weight 1,702.8 41.11 70,005.54 + Front Pilots * + Rear Passengers 73.00 + Baggage Area 1 ** + Baggage Area 2 ** = Zero Fuel Weight + Usable Fuel 48.00 = Ramp Weight - Taxi Fuel 8.0 48.00 = Takeoff Weight / CG - Fuel Burn 48.00 = Landing Weight / CG