Mass & Balance

Question 1

Which tools should be used to determine M&B?

Answer 1

The AFM (or POH or PIM).

Question 2

Where can the loading form be found?

Answer 2

POH section 6

Question 3

Which performance data are to be considered for T-O? (3)

Answer 3

1. T-O ground roll
2. T-O distance
3. Accelerate-Stop distance

These data can be found in AFM section 5, Performance

Question 4

What are the data needed for climb? (3)

Answer 4

1. Time to climb to cruising altitude
2. Fuel to climb to cruising altitude
3. Distance to climb to cruising altitude

Question 5

What are the data needed for cruise? (3)

Answer 5

1. TAS
2. Fuel flow
3. Torque

Question 6

What are the 3 regimes available for cruise?

Answer 6

1. Max cruise
2. Long Range Cruise (LRC)
3. Max endurance cruise

Question 7

What are the data needed for landing? (2)

Answer 7

1. Ground roll
2. Total landing distance