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CS 31TGB.14 Mass limits

ED Decision 2013/011/R

The range of masses over which the balloon may be safely operated is established and at least consists of:

(a)     Maximum mass.

The maximum mass is the highest mass at which compliance with each applicable requirement of CS-31TGB is shown. The maximum mass is established so that it is not more than the least of:

(1)     the maximum mass selected for the product; or

(2)     the design maximum mass, which is the highest mass at which each structural loading condition is shown.

(b)     Minimum mass:

The minimum mass is the lowest mass at which compliance with the structural loading requirement is shown for the tether system.

(c)      Mass limitation information related to safe operation of the balloon are included in the Flight Manual. (See CS 31TGB.81(b)(2))