WBcalc > Grumman > Grumman American AA-5B Tiger
This calculator represents the AA-5B Tiger normal-category configuration. Enter the current basic empty weight and arm from the certified weight and balance record for the individual aircraft.
Maximum takeoff weight: 2,400 lbs. Usable fuel represented: 51 US gal. Fuel arm: 94.8 in.
Data source: FAA TCDS A16EA and AA-5B Pilot's Operating Handbook. How WBcalc sources aircraft data
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2,400 lbs |
| Maximum landing weight represented | 2,400 lbs |
| Usable fuel represented | 51 US gal |
| Fuel arm | 94.8 in |
| Fuel density used by calculator | 6 lbs/US gal |
| Reference datum | Datum defined by FAA TCDS A16EA |
| Weight | Forward CG | Aft CG |
|---|---|---|
| 1,920 lbs or less | 81 in | 92.5 in |
| 2,400 lbs | 89 in | 92.5 in |
Where a published limit changes between points, WBcalc uses straight-line interpolation between those points.
| Station | Arm | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Front seats | 90.6 in | |
| Rear seats | 126 in | |
| Baggage | 148 in | 120 lbs |
AA-5B Tiger normal-category configuration. Fuel system is 52.6 US gal total / 51 US gal usable.
Basic empty weight and empty CG are intentionally not prefilled. Use the current values from the individual aircraft's certified weight and balance record.
WBcalc is a planning aid. Verify serial-number applicability, POH/AFM revisions, supplements, STCs and the current aircraft weight and balance record before flight.
This page represents the normal-category Grumman American AA-5B Tiger configuration identified in FAA TCDS A16EA and AA-5B Pilot's Operating Handbook. The calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,400 lb and 51 US gal of usable fuel.
The reference datum for the loading arms on this page is Datum defined by FAA TCDS A16EA.
Need help with the terminology? Read the aircraft weight and balance guide or the CG envelope guide.
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This calculator uses a maximum takeoff weight of 2,400 lb for the configuration identified on this page.
This page uses up to 51 US gal of usable fuel at an arm of 94.8 in.
Baggage is limited to 120 lb on this page.
Source: FAA TCDS A16EA and AA-5B Pilot's Operating Handbook. Check the current POH or AFM, aircraft weight and balance record, equipment list and applicable supplements for the individual aircraft.