Cargo Center of Gravity Payload 
Vintage Aviation News
JUNE 24, 2025
It featured the original short fuselage design, which was later extended forward of the wing to better align with the aircraft’s center of gravity requirements. Army request for a tactical airlifter capable of transporting troops and cargo into unprepared, rugged terrain—ideally with a payload comparable to that of the CH-47 Chinook.
One Mile at a Time
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
As a SWISS spokesperson explains, “this different weight development is leading to a shift in the center of gravity in aircraft,” and making the plane nose heavy. While economy cabins keep getting lighter, first class cabins keep getting heavier. As a result, SWISS will need to install a roughly 1.5
Pilot Institute
SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
Once the route and cruising altitude have been decided, the dispatcher will focus on the aircraft’s payload, including the passengers’ weight, luggage, and cargo. You must also manage where to load specific cargo to maintain the center of gravity limitations. You will then focus on fuel requirements.
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