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Talon Helicopters Ltd.
4.14.7 Fuel weight
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Company Operations Manual
Chapter 4 § Operational Control System
Refer to the Canada Flight Supplement for volume to weight conversions for maximum density at various
temperatures. The actual fuel weight for specific conditions may be obtained from the dealer supplying the fuel.
4.14.8 Calculation
The PIC shall calculate the weight of the helicopter for the flight to ensure that the maximum take-off weight does
not exceed the maximum allowable take-off weight specified in the Flight Manual.
The C of G shall be determined by the PIC to be within the limitations specified in the Flight Manual. The PIC may
use the following methods to determine the C of G:
§ pre-calculated worst-case scenarios;
§ electronic (using Microsoft Excel or similar) weight and balance program; and,
§ manual calculation using the weight and balance forms found in the Flight Manual.
Worst-case scenarios have been generated for the helicopters in the various configurations flown. This is the
primary method for weight and balance calculations. The master documents for the scenarios are stored on the
Company’s internal server and copies are kept in the helicopter. If the load falls within the limits of these worstcase
scenarios then further calculation of C of G is not required.
If the load exceeds the worst-case scenarios, if the scenarios are not available to the pilot, or if the pilot is
concerned about the load, then the C of G must be calculated using one of the following methods:
§ electronic (using Microsoft Excel or similar) weight and balance program; or
§ manual calculation using the weight and balance forms found in the Flight Manual.
4.14.9 Retention of Weight and Balance Forms
Completed weight and balance forms shall be kept until the completion of the flight.
4.14.10 Training
Each pilot shall receive initial and annual training in this weight and balance system which shall include a full
weight and balance calculation.
4.15 Accident/Incident Reporting Procedures
Refer to the information contained in Chapter 10 - Emergency Procedures and Equipment.
4.16 Overdue Aircraft Reporting Procedures
Refer to the information contained in Chapter 10 - Emergency Procedures and Equipment.
4.17 Use of Checklists and Flight Manual
Pilots shall be familiar with the Flight Manual and shall operate the aircraft in accordance with the limitations set
out in the Flight Manual and with the aircraft checklists.
Normal, abnormal, and emergency checklists must be carried on-board each aircraft.
Checklists or placards, as applicable, shall include:
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