Weight and Balance
CESSNA 172S Skyhawk · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document provides a detailed weight and balance reference for the Cessna 172S Skyhawk. It includes various entries with registration numbers, empty weights, center of gravity (CG) moments, and useful loads for different aircraft configurations. The data is intended for use by pilots and maintenance personnel to ensure safe loading and compliance with operational limits. The document emphasizes the importance of using current information from the aircraft's Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) for accurate calculations.
- The Cessna 172S has an empty weight ranging from 1,651.30 lbs to 1,726.70 lbs depending on configuration.
- Useful loads for the Cessna 172S can vary, with values around 831.3 lbs to 906.7 lbs noted in the document.
- Center of gravity (CG) moments are provided, with values typically around 40.59 to 42.00 inches.
- The document includes specific entries for various registration numbers, all pertaining to the Cessna 172S.
- Modifications such as new batteries and rear seat removals are noted, affecting the overall weight and balance calculations.
Document
Source
Originally published by www.dbq.edu. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
- Type
- Weight And Balance
- Year
- 2024
- Pages
- 1
- File size
- 29 KB
- Publisher
- www.dbq.edu
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In this document
Weight and Balance Entries
The document lists multiple weight and balance entries for the Cessna 172S, detailing the registration numbers, years, empty weights, CG moments, and useful loads. For example, the entry for N472D shows an empty weight of 1,701.70 lbs, a CG of 41.57 inches, and a useful load of 856.3 lbs. Each entry includes notes on modifications, such as new batteries or rear seat removals, which affect the weight calculations.
Calculation Notes
The document notes that the weights and balances are calculated based on the current configuration of each aircraft. It specifies that new batteries have been installed in several cases, which may alter the weight and balance. Users are advised to refer to the aircraft's POH for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Safety Considerations
It is crucial for pilots to ensure that the aircraft is loaded within its weight and balance limits to maintain safe flight operations. The document serves as a guide, but it is emphasized that the latest data from the POH should be used for final calculations.
Safety notes
- Ensure the aircraft is loaded within its weight and balance limits for safe flight operations.
- Refer to the Pilot Operating Handbook for the most accurate weight and balance information.
Full document text
Weight and Balance 3-Dec-24 W&B Date 9/17/2021 Registration Number N472D Empty Year Type CG Moment Useful Load Weight 2017 C-172-S 1,701.70 41.57 70,738.30 856.3 Calculated (new battery) 8/4/2020 N44UD 2017 C-172-S 1,701.70 41.57 70,738.30 856.3 Calculated (new battery) 2/15/2023 N45UD 2017 C-172-S 1,701.70 41.57 70,738.30 856.3 Calculated (new battery) Calculated (LED strobes, new 9/25/2024 N51UD 2017 C-172-S 1,651.30 40.59 67,021.14 906.7 battery) rear seat removed 2/23/2023 N57UD 2017 C-172-S 1,701.70 41.57 70,738.30 856.3 7/13/2021 N63UD 2017 10/24/2022 N76UD 2017 8/23/2022 N820D 2020 2/3/2023 N823D 9/8/2022 N834D 6/27/2023 N859D 8/29/2023 N865D 2020 C-172-S 1,663.60 40.66 67,642.65 894.4 Calculated (new battery) Calculated (new battery, rear seat removed) C-172-S 1,701.70 41.57 70,738.30 856.3 Calculated (new battery) C-172-S 1,718.40 41.90 71,997.20 839.6 Calculated (new battery) 2020 C-172-S 1,718.40 41.90 71,997.20 839.6 Calculated (new battery) 2020 C-172-S 1,718.40 41.90 71,997.20 839.6 Calculated (new battery) 2020 C-172-S 1,718.40 41.90 71,997.20 839.6 Calculated (new battery) C-172-S 1,718.40 41.90 71,997.20 839.6 Calculated (new battery) 11/14/2022 N567SP 2021 C-172-S 1,719.70 41.49 71,358.20 838.3 Calculated (new battery) 9/25/2023 N899JR 2021 C-172-S 1,719.70 41.49 71,358.20 838.3 Calculated (new battery) 6/28/2023 N876MG 2021 C-172-S 1,719.70 41.49 71,358.20 838.3 Calculated (New Battery) Weigned/ Calculated (new 6/22/2023 N101TF 2021 C-172-S 1,713.30 41.51 71,125.20 844.7 battery) 11/21/2023 N628CT 2022 C-172-S 1,726.70 41.76 72,101.20 831.3 Calculated (new battery) 10/2/2024 N294RW 2022 C-172-S 1,726.70 41.76 72,101.20 831.3 Calculated (new battery) 11/7/2023 N316DC 2022 8/23/2024 N673JH 2022 C-172-S 10/25/2024 N73CH 2024 C-172-S 11/27/2024 N59TW 2024 C-172-S 1,726.70 41.76 72,101.20 831.3 Calculated (new battery) 1,719.30 41.72 71,726.20 838.7 Calculated (new battery) 1,708.10 41.95 71,655.90 849.9 Calculated C-172-S 1,708.10 41.95 71,655.90 849.9 1/20/2023 1/2/2018 10/17/2022 11/23/2024 N28PK 2024 N4438T 2015 N4438U 2015 PA-44-180 C-172-S 1,706.70 42.00 71,680.00 851.3 Calculated Calculated PA-44-180 2,651.04 86.21 228,541.20 1,148.96 Calculated 2,642.80 86.22 227,863.10 N542JJ 2022 PA-44-180 2,641.30 85.79 226,605.00 1,157.20 Calculated 1,158.70 Calculated Note: I his reference material is to be used as a guide only. Use current information from the aircraft's pilots operating handbook. Location: Aviation Maintenance OneDrive _ OneDrive - University of Dubuque\MAINTENANCE\Aircraft\Weight & Balance\W & B Spread Sheet 2024-12-03 1200.xls New battery =G243 (new) vs G241 (old)