DURATION: 1.5 Hrs
OBJECTIVES
During this lesson, the student will be introduced to helicopter weight and balance theory and computation. During this lesson the student go over helicopter weight and balance.  This lesson will conclude with the Stage I/Pre-solo written.

Content
A) Weight and balance definitions
1) Empty weight
2) Gross weight
3) Maximum gross weight
4) Useful load
5) Datum
6) Arm
7) Moment
8) Center of gravity

B) Weight and balance determinations
1) Computation method
2) Graph method
3) Table method
4) App method

C) Weight and balance management
1) Weight adjustment
2) C.G. adjustment
3) Fuel burn-off
4) Effect of out of balance loading

COMPLETION STANDARDS
This lesson will be complete when, by oral examination, the student displays an understanding of the material presented and has completed the study assignment.