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How to calculate CG (Center of Gravity)
CG = Total Moment / Total Weight : Answer is the location of the CG in relation to the datum.
Define Empty Weight
The base weight of an aircraft, including all required systems, operating fluids and unusable fuel.
Define unusable fuel
An amount of fuel that cannot be removed from an aircraft. Is included in empty weight calculations.
How to calculate “Moment” when weighing an aircraft?
Moment = Weight x Arm (Arm meaning the distance from the datum point)
What does TCDS stand for.
Type Certificate Data Sheet
How many Cubic Inches are in a Cubic Foot?
1728 Cubic Inches
What is Gauge Pressure (psig)
psia = psig + ?
What is Charles Law?
What is Absolute Pressure (psia)
What is Boyles Law?
What is Gay-Lussac’s Law?
If the volume of a gas remains constant, its pressure increases when temperature rises.
What does POH stand for?
Pilot Operating Handbook
What is the atmosphere mostly made of?
Nitrogen.
Define Parasitic Drag
Drag induced by non lift producing components.
Define Induced Drag
Drag induced by creating lift.