Van's RV-12 weight & balance

Data source

RV-12 POH Section 6, pages 6-1, 6-3, 6-4, Figure 6-1 Loading Graph, Figure 6-2 and 6-3 Flight Envelope (pages 49-58 of rv-12-912uls__poh__rev-19.pdf) · version type

• Envelope is the rectangle from Figure 6-2 using the printed CG range 80.49 in to 85.39 in (18.4 to 27% chord) up to 1320 lb. The lower edge at 800 lb is simply the bottom of the chart; the manual states minimum weight varies with the aircraft's empty weight.
• Figure 6-3 (moment envelope) is drawn as a narrower tapered shape (lowest point about 845 lb at about 68.5 in-lb/1000) that does not agree exactly with the 80.49-85.39 in arm limits; the printed CG range and Figure 6-2 were used. Verify against the actual POH.
• Fuel tank capacity and usable fuel are not printed on these pages; check the Fuel Limitations section (fuel max/usable left null).
• Maximum pilot/passenger weight 300 lb per seat, weight and balance permitting. Baggage 50 lb maximum.
• Empty weight shown is the sample airplane (738 lb at 81.93 in, with oil and coolant); use the aircraft's own Weight and Balance Form. Section 7 lists average empty weight 740 lb.
• No separate maximum landing or zero fuel weight printed.
• Read from the POH by ZuluCheck and checked by a second reading; verify against your own manual.

For reference only. The aircraft’s approved flight manual and weighing report are the final authority.