CS-VLA 25 Weight limits

• ED Decision 2003/18/RM found in: CS-VLA Amdt 1 - Very Light Aeroplanes (Mar 2009)

CS-VLA 25 Weight limits ED Decision 2003/18/RM (a) *Maximum weight*. The maximum weight is the highest weight at which compliance with each applicable requirement of this CS-VLA is shown. The maximum weight must be established so that it is - (1) Not more than - (i) The highest weight selected by the applicant; (ii) The design maximum weight, which is the highest weight at which compliance with each applicable structural loading condition of this CS-VLA is shown; or (iii) The highest weight at which compliance with each applicable flight requirement of this CS-VLA is shown. (2) Assuming a weight of 86 kg for each occupant of each seat, not less than the weight with - (i) Each seat occupied, full quantity of oil, and at least enough fuel for one hour of operation at rated maximum continuous power; or (ii) One pilot, full quantity of oil, and fuel to full tank capacity. (b) *Minimum weight*. The minimum weight (the lowest weight at which compliance with each applicable requirement of this CS-VLA is shown) must be established so that it is not more than the sum of - (1) The empty weight determined under [CS-VLA 29](#_DxCrossRefBm584936619); (2) The weight of the pilot (assumed as 55 kg); and (3) The fuel necessary for one half hour of operation at maximum continuous power.