Weight and Balance Computation
Mooney M20C Ranger · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document provides essential weight and balance computations for the Mooney M20C Ranger, specifically for aircraft N6887U. It outlines the procedure for calculating the total weight and center of gravity (CG) of the aircraft, which is crucial for safe flight operations. The document includes a table for entering various weights, such as the licensed empty weight, oil, passengers, fuel, baggage, and other items. It emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the total weight and CG are within the specified limits before flight. This guide is intended for pilots and aviation personnel responsible for pre-flight preparations and weight management.
- Licensed Empty Weight: 1,665.53 lbs
- Maximum Total Loaded Weight: 2,575 lbs
- Maximum Fuel Capacity: 47.434 gallons (6 lbs/gallon)
- Baggage Area Maximum: 120 lbs
- Hat Shelf Maximum: 10 lbs
- Total Weight and CG must be verified before flight.
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Source
Originally published by www.acepilot.com. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
Document details
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- Weight And Balance
- Pages
- 2
- File size
- 28 KB
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- www.acepilot.com
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In this document
Weight and Balance Table
The weight and balance table lists various components affecting the aircraft's weight, including the licensed empty weight of 1,665.53 lbs, oil (8 quarts), pilot and front passenger, rear seat passengers, maximum fuel capacity of 47.434 gallons (at 6 lbs per gallon), baggage area (120 lbs max), and hat shelf (10 lbs max). The total loaded airplane weight must not exceed 2,575 lbs.
Instructions for Computing Total Weight and CG
The document provides step-by-step instructions for computing the total weight and center of gravity (CG). Users are instructed to enter applicable weights in the designated column, multiply each weight by its corresponding arm to calculate the moment, and sum these values to find the total weight and moment. The final step involves dividing the total moment by the total weight to determine the CG, which must be verified against the 'Weight vs. CG envelope' before flight.
Safety notes
- Ensure total weight and CG are within the 'Weight vs. CG envelope' prior to flight.
Full document text
Ace Pilot Training Weight and Balance Computation N6887U M20C Item Weight (lbs) Arm (in.) Moment (in-lbs) Licensed Empty Weight Oil (8 quarts) Pilot and Front Passenger Passengers (Rear Seats) Fuel (47.434 Gal. Max at 6 lbs per gallon) Baggage Area (120 lbs. Max) Hat Shelf (10 lbs. Max) Total Loaded Airplane (2575 lbs. Max) 1,665.53 45.71 -7.40 40.25 70.00 48.40 93.00 114.70 76,138.94 ********** Instructions For Computing Total Weight and Center of Gravity Enter all weights as applicable in the "Weight" column Multiply each weight that was entered by its corresponding arm from the "Arm" column and put the result in the "Moment" column. Add all weights to find total weight and fill in below. Add all moments to find total moment. Divide total moments by total weight to find center of gravity (CG) and fill in below. Verify that the total weight and CG fall within the "Weight vs. CG envelope" prior to conducting any flight. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Total Weight (lbs) Center of Gravity (CG) (in.) 15.00 -111.00