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;
(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.
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