N3016M Weight and Balance Calculator

N3016M Weight and Balance Calculator

Item Weight (lbs) Arm (in) Moment
Empty Weight 1551.4 86.1 133585.26
Front Seat L & R 80.5 0
Rear Seat L & R 118.1 0
Fuel (48 gal useable) 95.0 0
Baggage (200 lb max) 142.8 0

Here’s a comprehensive weight and balance table for the Piper PA-28-181 aircraft with registration N3016M:

ItemWeight (lbs)Arm (inches)Moment (lbs-in)
Empty Weight1551.486.1133,585.26
Front Seats80.5
Rear Seats118.1
Baggage142.8
Fuel (48 gal useable)95.0
Gross Weight (max)2550.0
Useful Load998.6

Important Notes:

  • The maximum gross weight for this aircraft is 2550 lbs1.
  • The baggage compartment has a maximum capacity of 200 lbs1.
  • There are 48 gallons of useable fuel1.
  • The front seats are located at an arm of 80.5 inches.
  • The rear seats are located at an arm of 118.1 inches.
  • The baggage compartment is located at an arm of 142.8 inches.
  • Fuel is located at an arm of 95.0 inches.

This table provides the essential information for calculating the weight and balance of N3016M. As the pilot in command, you must ensure that you input the correct weights for passengers, baggage, and fuel to determine if the aircraft is within its center of gravity (CG) limits before each flight1.

Remember that this information is for educational purposes only, and as the pilot in command, you are ultimately responsible for ensuring the proper loading and weight distribution of the aircraft prior to any flight.

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