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What is ballast and trapped fuel?

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On occasion, ballast is required to bring the centre of gravity within operational limits. There are two methods of carrying ballast: - Ballast (hold loaded) -Ballast fuel: the fuel used for this purpose is called ballast fuel. Trapped Fuel:The fuel in an engine or fuel system that is not in the fuel tanks

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