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Weight and balance

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  • The aircraft is said to be in weight and balance when the gross weight of the aircraft is under the max gross weight, and the center of gravity is within limits and will remain in limits for the duration of the flight.

References

  • Airplane Flying Handbook
    Federal Aviation Administration ยท 2021