Title: Determine the weight of ballast that should be installed on an aircraft.
Course: Aviation Maintenance Technology II (20114-II) > Section: Demonstrating Aircraft Weight and Balance Procedures

Determination should be made using the following equation:

Ballast = Aircraft Weight x Desired CG Change ÷ Arm of Ballast – Arm of Desired CG

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why would ballast be used on an aircraft?
- How does one determine how much ballast should be installed on the aircraft?