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CA.I.F.R2FAA-S-ACS-7B · Nov 2023Risk management

Airplane limitations.

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Airplane limitations.

Bottom line

Operating above the maximum weight limitation compromises the structural integrity of the aircraft and can adversely affect performance. Any loading that places the CG outside the limits for a particular aircraft seriously impairs the pilot’s ability to control the aircraft.

FAA references

  1. PHAK ch. 10 (p. 10-3) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  2. WBH ch. 3 (p. 3-8) — FAA-H-8083-1B
  3. PHAK ch. 5 (p. 5-42) — FAA-H-8083-25C (2023)
  4. AFH ch. 13 (p. 13-14) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  5. WBH ch. 1 (p. 1-3) — FAA-H-8083-1B
  6. AFH ch. 5, Weight and Balance Requirement Related to Spins (p. 5-26) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  7. WBH Glossary (p. G-3) — FAA-H-8083-1B
  8. AFH ch. 9 (p. 9-1) — FAA-H-8083-3C
  9. WBH ch. 1 (p. 1-6) — FAA-H-8083-1B
  10. AFH ch. 18 (p. 18-9) — FAA-H-8083-3C
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