Cessna 150E Weight and Balance Calculator
This page represents the FAA TCDS 3A19 utility-category landplane configuration. Enter the current basic empty weight and arm from the certified weight and balance record for the individual aircraft.
Maximum weight: 1,600 lbs. Usable fuel: 22.5 US gal. Fuel arm: 42 in.
Data source: FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A19. How WBcalc sources aircraft data
Enter the aircraft loading and fuel plan to check takeoff and expected landing conditions. After calculating, you can print or save the completed weight and balance worksheet as a PDF.
Cessna 150E specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum takeoff weight | 1,600 lbs |
| Maximum landing weight | 1,600 lbs |
| Forward CG at 1,280 lbs or less | 31.5 in |
| Forward CG at 1,600 lbs | 32.9 in |
| Aft CG limit | 37.5 in |
| Usable fuel | 22.5 US gal |
| Fuel arm | 42 in |
| Maximum combined baggage | 120 lbs |
Source: FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A19.
Cessna 150E CG limits
| Aircraft weight | Forward CG limit | Aft CG limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1,280 lbs | 31.5 in | 37.5 in |
| 1,600 lbs | 32.9 in | 37.5 in |
The calculator uses the published CG envelope points and linear interpolation between forward-limit breakpoints where applicable.
Cessna 150E loading stations
| Station | Arm | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Pilot and passenger | 39 in | |
| Baggage Area 1 | 64 in | 120 lbs |
| Baggage Area 2 | 84 in | 40 lbs |
150E fuel capacity
This calculator uses 22.5 US gallons of usable fuel at an arm of 42 inches.
150E baggage limits
Baggage Area 1 is limited to 120 lbs and Baggage Area 2 is limited to 40 lbs. Combined baggage must not exceed 120 lbs.
Utility category limits
The CG envelope on this page is for the utility category.
About this Cessna 150E configuration
This page represents the utility-category Cessna 150E configuration identified in FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A19. The calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 1,600 lb and 22.5 US gal of usable fuel.
The reference datum for the loading arms on this page is Fuselage station 0.0, front face of firewall.
Need help with the terminology? Read the aircraft weight and balance guide or the CG envelope guide.
Related aircraft
Cessna 150K, Cessna 150B, Cessna A152 Aerobat, Cessna A150K Aerobat, Cessna 150L, Cessna A150L Aerobat, Cessna 150D, Cessna 150J
Cessna 150E FAQ
What maximum takeoff weight does this Cessna 150E calculator use?
This calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 1,600 lb for the configuration identified on this page.
How much usable fuel is represented for the Cessna 150E?
This page uses up to 22.5 US gal of usable fuel at an arm of 42 in.
What combined loading limit is represented for the Cessna 150E?
Combined baggage Areas 1 + 2 is limited to 120 lb in the configuration used by this calculator.
Source and applicability
Source: FAA Type Certificate Data Sheet 3A19. Check the current POH or AFM, aircraft weight and balance record, equipment list and applicable supplements for the individual aircraft.
WBcalc is a planning aid. Check the current POH or AFM, aircraft weight and balance record, equipment list and applicable supplements before flight.
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