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Old September 29th 04, 05:42 AM
Jim Carter
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Isn't there a 15% tolerance allowed for certain types of flights in Alaska?

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Jim Carter
"BTIZ" wrote in message
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"Chris" wrote in message
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I know I've come across articles that mention on a cool day
you can go over the max. gross weight by a percentage, I think 20% was
thrown out there but not sure.


You should NEVER go over max GW.. that is a limit, not a buffer zone.

The aircraft may be able to support the extra weight on a smooth day.. but
not in turbulence, and when the accident investigation computes your

actual
GW and finds a "causal factor in the accident is exceeding the Max GW
allowed".. your insurance company may find your policy invalid.

BT