CS 31HB.14 Mass limits

• ED Decision 2009/005/R found in: CS-31HB Amdt 1 - Hot Air Balloons (Dec 2011)

CS 31HB.14 Mass limits ED Decision 2009/005/R The range of masses over which the balloon may be safely operated must be 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-31HB is shown. The maximum mass must be established so that it is not more than the least of: (See [AMC 31HB.14(a)](#_DxCrossRefBm388745745)) (1) The maximum mass selected for the product; (2) The design maximum mass, which is the highest mass at which each structural loading condition is shown; or (3) The maximum mass at which compliance with each applicable flight requirement is shown. (b) Minimum mass. The minimum mass is the lowest mass at which compliance with each applicable flight requirement is shown. (See [AMC 31HB.14(b)](#_DxCrossRefBm388745744)) Mass limitations between which the balloon may be safely operated must be included in the Flight Manual. (See [CS 31HB.81(b)(2)](#_DxCrossRefBm388745743))