Cargo - Loading/Unloading procedure
1 General
Cargo is any item that has a mass of between 66 lb (30 kg) and 771.6 lb (350 kg). All cargo
must be correctly attached to the seat rails with the straps and components supplied in the
cargo tie-down kit.
Note
Make sure the tail strut is in position before you load or unload the cargo.
1.1 Cargo Tie-Down Configuration
It is the responsibility of the operator to make sure the cargo is contained in a suitable
container or stiff packaging (strength and stiffness) for the purpose of aviation transportation.
Typical cargo tie-down configurations are shown in Fig. 1-4-1.
Cargo can be positioned in the area between the emergency exit windows in the cabin and the
rear pressure bulkhead and to a maximum height of 47.2 in (1,200 mm). The maximum total
weight for cargo in this area is 2,500 lb (1,134 kg). The clearance dimensions between cargo
and the baggage restraint system are shown Fig. 1-4-2.
The cargo must not obstruct the emergency exits and also be positioned at a safe distance
from the baggage restraint system, if installed. When cargo is combined with a baggage
restraint system there must be a minimum separation distance between the forward beam on
the baggage restraint system and the cargo. The minimum separation distance for a:
− Large baggage restraint system and cargo is 9.8 in (250 mm)
− Small baggage restraint system and cargo is 7.5 in (190 mm).
The long tie-down straps must be positioned forward to aft, with the forward part of the strap as
close as possible to the cargo item. The aft part of the strap must be positioned to give an
angle between 10 and 20 degrees, as shown in Fig. 1-4-3.
1.2 Select the Cargo Tie-Down Configuration
Cargo must be symmetrically positioned in relation to the central axis of the aircraft and must
not exceed the dimensions of the track fittings.
Note
Be careful when you load large items of baggage or cargo. The cargo door opening is
47.2 in (1,200 mm) by 47.2 in (1,200 mm). Baggage and cargo that is larger than the door
opening size may still be carried on the aircraft however, care must be taken when you
load and secure it.
Note
The maximum floor width is 45.5 in (1,156 mm).
There must be clearance between the cargo, the interior trim and the doors.
There must be sufficient clearance between the top of the cargo and the interior trim to
allow the tie-down straps to be installed.
There must be a minimum clearance of 3.9 in (100 mm) between cargo and the Vapor
Cycle System (VCS) inlet.
The maximum weight for each item of cargo is given in Table 1-4-1.
Section 1 - Ground Handling
Ground Servicing Guide Report No: 02484
Issue date: Apr 29, 2020
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