Piper PA-28 Cadet — Weight And Balance

This document provides essential weight and balance information for the Piper PA-28-161 Warrior III. It outlines the procedures for weighing the aircraft, calculating the center of gravity (C.G.), and ensuring that the aircraft is loaded within the approved limits for safe operation. The manual emphasizes the importance of maintaining the aircraft's weight and C.G. within specified ranges to achieve optimal performance and safety. Pilots and aircraft owners are responsible for ensuring that the aircraft is loaded correctly before flight, and the document includes forms and data necessary for tracking weight changes and modifications.

• The basic empty weight of the PA-28-161 Warrior III is 1554.2 lbs.
• The maximum ramp weight is 2447 lbs for normal category operations.
• The useful load for normal operations is 892.8 lbs.
• The center of gravity must be maintained within specified limits to ensure safe flight characteristics.
• Fuel capacity is 48 gallons, with 2 gallons considered unusable.