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Oops: SWISS’ New First Class Is Too Heavy, And It’s A Problem

One Mile at a Time

As a SWISS spokesperson explains, “this different weight development is leading to a shift in the center of gravity in aircraft,” and making the plane nose heavy. While economy cabins keep getting lighter, first class cabins keep getting heavier. As a result, SWISS will need to install a roughly 1.5

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Slovenia’s Gogetair Chooses Turboprop Power

AV Web

First, the structural design of the aircraft offers an optimized center of gravity that results in better flight stability and handling. While Turbotech cites its TP-R50 as a relatively new engine, it has appeared on a number of different light aircraft, including a helicopter.

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Aircraft Dispatcher Job Requirements

Pilot Institute

Once the route and cruising altitude have been decided, the dispatcher will focus on the aircraft’s payload, including the passengers’ weight, luggage, and cargo. You must also manage where to load specific cargo to maintain the center of gravity limitations. You will then focus on fuel requirements.

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Nothing Small About It

Plane and Pilot

Nudging it back to center slid the ball a diameter the other way—trying to corral it in the middle was a bit pointless as it didn’t want to live there. A long wheelbase and reasonably firm gear offset the Gweduck’s high center of gravity to make an easy-handling taildragger. lb/sq ft Power loading 10.32