Weight and Balance Examples (in, lbs)
CAUTION
These loading tables (Table 6.4.5, Table 6.4.6 and Figure 6.4.6) are provided
only as examples. For calculations concerning your airplane, use the
appropriate diagram.
Table 6.4.5 - Loading Example (in, lbs)
1 - Airplane basic characteristics:
W = Empty weight 4,740 lbs
Moment 883,741 in.lbs
Balance arm 186.4 in
C.G. (MAC %) 22.8%
2 - Anticipated loading:
FWD compartment 0 lbs
1 Pilot and 1 front passenger 400 lbs
1 Intermediate passenger 220 lbs
2 Rear seats removed - 92.4 lbs
Rear cargo 176 lbs
AFT cargo in baggage compartment 220 lbs
Fuel 1,900 lbs
3 - Anticipated fuel:
Taxi fuel - 50 lbs
Trip fuel - 1,450 lbs
Moment = Weight × Arm CG (MAC %) =
Arm (in) − 172.93
59.45
× 100
Section 6
Weight and Balance
Pilot's Information Manual
PIM TBM 960 - Edition 0
Rev. 00
Page 6.4.14
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