Weight and Balance Flashcards
1
Q
How are weight, arm, and moment related?
A
Moment equals weight times arm.
2
Q
How is center of gravity derived?
A
Total moment divided by total weight.
3
Q
What is a datum line?
A
The plane of reference for determining arm length.
4
Q
What is arm?
A
The distance from the datum line.
5
Q
Can you shift the datum line for a CG equation?
A
Sure, you can put it anywhere.
6
Q
What is included in the empty weight of an airplane?
A
Unusable fuel and undrainable oil (some newer aircraft include full oil).
7
Q
What does fuel weigh?
A
6 pounds per gallon.
