Manufacturer-Furnished Information When an aircraft is initially certificated, its empty weight and EWCG are determined and recorded in the weight and balance record, such as the one in Figure 1.…
Weight and balance in aircraft is based on the law of the lever. This section discusses the application of the law of the lever and its applications relative to locating…
Shifting the Balance Point or CG One common weight and balance problem involves moving or shifting weight from one point to another in order to move the balance point or…
Weight and Balance Theory Two elements are vital in the weight and balance considerations of an aircraft. The total weight of the aircraft must be no greater than the maximum…