SA 160
AIRCRAFTA I R C R A F T
Symphony
AIRCRAFT
6-9
SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE
Feb 25, 2005
6.5 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION
AND RECORD
The basic empty weight and center of gravity location data, as provided
in the Aircraft Weight Form (See Figure 6.1) was determined when the
aircraft was delivered at the factory. This information can be applied
only to the specific aircraft serial number and registration number shown
ontheform.
The same values, basic empty weight, moment and C of G are listed in
the first line of the Weight and Balance Record shown in Figure (6.3).
This form is provided to track the current status of the aircraft basic
empty weight after the addition of new equipment or aircraft
modifications. Once completed this form provides the new basic weight
information required for any in-flight loading calculation. The form also
provides a complete history of all modifications, which affects weight or
momentandisusedtoamendthebasisemptyweightandbalancedata.
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6.7 WEIGHT AND BALANCE DETERMINATION
FOR FLIGHT
The following procedure will enable the determination of the aircraft
weight and C of G position for flight operation. The results obtained
must be compared with the authorized weight and C of G envelope to
ensure that the aircraft operation is within the prescribed limits. It is
recommended that the SA 160 Weight and Balance Loading Form
providedasFigure(6.4) be used to performthecalculation.
(a)Enter the weight of all items to be loaded in the weights and balance
loading form of Figure (6.4), and add each item to the basic empty
weight. Writethe aircraft total weight at the bottom of the table.
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