Weight & Balance for the Robinson R22 Beta II
Robinson R22 Beta II · Weight And Balance
Overview
This document serves as a Weight & Balance reference for the Robinson R22 Beta II helicopter. It is designed for pilots and flight planners to ensure that the aircraft is loaded within its weight limits and that the center of gravity (CG) is within acceptable parameters for safe flight operations. The document includes sections for calculating weight and balance for various configurations, including zero fuel and takeoff scenarios. It also provides guidelines for fuel loading and the effects of removable equipment on the aircraft's weight and balance calculations.
- The document is specifically for the Robinson R22 Beta II.
- Weight and balance calculations must include all passengers, baggage, and fuel.
- The basic empty weight of the helicopter must be known for accurate calculations.
- Lateral and longitudinal CG envelopes are critical for safe flight operations.
- Removable equipment affects the overall weight and balance and must be accounted for.
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Source
Originally published by caas.usu.edu. Sprinkle hosts a reference copy with an added summary, specifications and searchable full text.
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- Weight And Balance
- Pages
- 2
- File size
- 230 KB
- Publisher
- caas.usu.edu
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- R22 Beta II
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In this document
Weight & Balance Calculations
The document outlines the procedures for calculating the weight and balance of the Robinson R22 Beta II. It includes sections for both zero fuel and takeoff weight calculations, detailing the weights of various components such as passengers, baggage, and fuel. Specific weights and arms are provided for each configuration, ensuring that pilots can accurately assess the aircraft's loading.
Fuel Loading
Instructions for fuel loading are included, specifying the amounts of main and auxiliary fuel that can be carried. The document emphasizes the importance of calculating the total weight of fuel and its impact on the overall weight and balance of the helicopter.
Center of Gravity (CG) Envelopes
The document provides lateral and longitudinal CG envelopes that must be adhered to for safe flight operations. These envelopes help pilots determine if the current loading configuration is within safe limits.
Removable Equipment
Details regarding the weight of removable equipment such as pedals, cyclic, and collective are provided. The document notes that these items should be accounted for in weight calculations if they are removed from the aircraft.
Pre-Flight Risk Assessment
A section on pre-flight risk assessment is included, which is required for all solo, night, and cross-country flights. This assessment helps pilots evaluate the risks associated with their flight conditions.
Safety notes
- Conditions present very high risk. Conduct flight planning with extra care and review all elements that present the most risk.
- Conditions present extreme risk; flight is prohibited.
Full document text
X-C flights must attach their flight plan sheet to this. Confirmed by Dispatch: Y N Weight Arm Moment 78* 78 -5.2 77.5 78* 78 -5.2 77.5 -0.8 68 -1.1 80.7 -0.8 46.5 108.6 103.8 Weight Arm Moment 10.7 10.7 -5.2 21 -9.3 -9.3 -5.2 -21 -0.8 -8 -1.1 -19.5 -0.8 -9.5 -11 11.2 Non Handbook Airport Approval: Overnight Approval by: Left Front - Door** Fuel Onboard: Time Due Back: Alternates: Instructor: Signature: A/C Type: R22 Beta II Name: *If backrest cushion is used, subtact thickness of compressed cushion. ** These items are included in the basic empty weight of the helicopter. Only use these calculations if the items are removed Removable Pedals** Weight & Balance (Zero Fuel) Main Fuel_____Gallons Aux Fuel______Gallons Weight & Balance (Take Off) Lat. & Long. CG Envelopes Right Front - Door** Left Front - Passenger Left Front - Baggage Longitudinal Weight & Balance Calculation Removable Cyclic** Removable Collective** Basic Empty Weight Right Front - Baggage Right Front - Pilot Left Front - Door** Removable Cyclic** Removable Collective** Removable Pedals** Right Front - Baggage Main Fuel_____Gallons ROBINSON R22 BETA II Lateral Weight & Balance Calculation Weight & Balance (Zero Fuel) Right Front - Door** Left Front - Passenger Left Front - Baggage Aux Fuel______Gallons Weight & Balance (Take Off) Basic Empty Weight Right Front - Pilot Robinson R22 Beta II Tail #: Date: Flight Plan Filed: Current Solo Endorsements: Y N Flight Plan Reviewed: Route/Practice: Time Enroute: *This sheet is used for all Solo, Night & Cross Country flights Abnormals: SOLO, NIGHT, CROSS COUNTRY 1 Rating Day Commercial > 7 hrs Clear > 10 0-5 kts Yes > 150 > 20 > 1,000 hrs 10 - 20 pts 21 - 32 pts or 5 in 2 rows 33 - 40 pts or 5 in 3 rows > 40 FM, BECMG, TEMPO TAF Location:__________ Date/Time Winds Visibility Weather Clouds Current FM, BECMG, TEMPO TAF Location:__________ Date/Time Winds Visibility Weather Clouds Current Ceilings Temp. / Dew Point Altimeter Ceilings Temp. / Dew Point Altimeter / / Density Alt. IGE Hover Ceiling OGE Hover Ceiling Density Alt. IGE Hover Ceiling OGE Hover Ceiling Time Wind Dir / Vel Visibility Time Wind Dir / Vel Visibility / / 2 3 4 5 Clouds Weather: Location:___________________________________________ Weather: Location:___________________________________________ Conditions present very high risk. Conduct flight planning with extra care and review all elements that persent the most risk. Consult with more experienced pilots or flight instructors for guidance. Consider delaying flight until conditions improve. Conditions present extreme risk flight is prohibited. Private w/ Instrument 5 - 7 hrs 8,000 - 10,000 10 - 5 sm 5 - 8 kts 5,000 - 8,000 6 - 9 sm No unusual hazards. Use normal flight planning and established personal minimums and operating. Student IMC 1 - 2 sm > 17 kts 5 - 9 hrs 50 - 99 hrs Night No Moon < 3 hrs Total hours Total Risk Score>>>>>>>>>> Slightly increased risk. Conduct flight planning with extra caution. Review personal minimums and operating procedures. Pre-Flight Risk Assessment *Required for all (Night, Cross Country, and Solo flights) For Dual night and Cross Country flights take the average score of the student and Instructor Assessments < 25 hrs < 5 hrs < 50 hrs Day/Night Rating Rest in last 24 hours Ceiling AGL Visibility Crosswind Target airport familiarity Hours in aircraft Hours in last 90 days 101 - 149 hrs 15 - 20 hrs 500 - 999 hrs Night + Moon Private Clouds Winds Winds Weather Weather Visibility Visibility OGE Hover Ceiling Weather: Location:___________________________________________ Time Wind Dir / Vel Visibility / TAF Location:__________ Current FM, BECMG, TEMPO TAF Location:__________ Current FM, BECMG, TEMPO Date/Time Date/Time Density Alt. IGE Hover Ceiling OGE Hover Ceiling Weather: Location:___________________________________________ Time Wind Dir / Vel Visibility / Temp. / Dew Point / Density Alt. IGE Hover Ceiling Ceilings Ceilings Temp. / Dew Point Altimeter / Altimeter 8 - 12 kts No 50 - 100 hrs 10 - 14 hrs 100 - 499 hrs 3 - 5 hrs 3,000 - 5,000 3 - 5 sm 12 - 17 kts 25 - 49 hrs
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