WEIGHT AND CENTER OF GRAVITY Flashcards
Dry operating weight (DOW)
The dry operating weight is the total weight of the aeroplane ready for specific types of operation excluding all usable fuel and traffic load. This weight includes items such as:
- Crew and crew baggage;
- catering and removable passenger service equipment;
- drinking water and lavatory chemicals
Maximum zero fuel weight
The maximum zero fuel weight is the maximum permissible weight of an aeroplane with no usable fuel. The weight of the fuel contained in particular tanks must be included in the zero fuel weight when it is explicitly mentioned in the AOM limitations.
Maximum structural landing weight
The maximum structural landing weight is the maximum permissible total aeroplane weight upon landing under normal circumstances.
Maximum structural take-off weight
The maximum structural take-off weight is the maximum permissible total aeroplane weight at the start of take-off run.
Total traffic load (=total payload)
The total traffic load is the total weight of passengers, baggage and cargo, including any non-revenue load.
Flight crew
85 kg
Cabin crew
75 kg
Children
35 kg
Adults
Are defined as persons of age of 12 years and above.
Children are defined as
Persons of age of 2 years but who are less than 12 years of age
Infants are
Persons who are less than 2 years of age. They are not counted in weight and balance calculations unless they are sited on a separate seat, when are counted as children.
LMC
The loadsheet has to reflect the actual loading state of the aeroplane prior to take-off. In order to comply with this requirement, it is often necessary to adjust the loadsheet after completion.
Conveying LMCs to the flight crew
LMCs may be conveyed to the flight crew either verbally or in writing. The method to be used must be agreed upon with the commander beforehand, at the
latest when handing over the loadsheet.
Maximum allowed LMC
200kg or 2pax with their baggage*
