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There are three "common" weights used in commercial aviation. The first is Empty Weight which is the weight of the aircraft as it comes from the manufacturer. To this weight, the operator adds the weight of its normal equipment such as galley equipment, safety equipment, fluids (oil, hydraulic fluid, unusable fuel, water, etc.), and normal crew to come up with a Basic Operating Weight. The BOW is often averaged for the fleet and that figure is what is used in calculating the Take Off Weight for each flight. The TOW is the BOW plus fuel, passengers, cargo, and any extra equipment needed on that particular flight.

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What is the force that counteracts the weight of an airplane?

The force that counteracts the weight of an airplane is called lift. Lift is generated by the wings of the airplane as it moves through the air. The amount of lift produced needs to be equal to or greater than the weight of the airplane to keep it in the air.


How do you measure the weight of an airplane without disassembling the plane or using any weight measurement tools?

Measuring the weight of any body requires a tool to measure it. A measurement without a tool is an estimate, not a measurement.Measuring the weight of an airplane without a measuring tool cannot be done.


What is the force that counter acts the weight of a airplane?

The force that counteracts the weight of an airplane is lift, which is generated by the wings as the airplane moves through the air. Lift opposes the force of gravity acting on the airplane, allowing it to remain airborne.


What is the average weight of a commercial airplane?

The average weight of a commercial airplane can vary widely depending on the type and size of the aircraft. However, a typical large commercial jet like a Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 can weigh around 50,000 to 100,000 pounds when empty and up to 200,000 to 400,000 pounds when fully loaded with passengers and cargo.


Will an airplane be lighter when birds fly inside the airplane than sitting floor?

No, the weight of the airplane will not change when birds fly inside. The weight of the airplane is determined by factors like the total mass of the plane, fuel, cargo, and passengers - the presence of birds inside will not significantly impact this total weight.

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