Describe performance planning in relation to aircraft loading.

Description should include the following concepts:

  • Weight and balance computations should be part of every preflight briefing.
  • Pilots should never assume that a given number of passengers is always the same weight. They must do a full computation of the weight of all items to be loaded on the aircraft, including baggage, as well as the pilot and passengers.
  • All bags should be weighed.

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Process/Skill Questions:

  • Why are weight and balance computations essential?