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Maximum ramp weight.

The total weight of a loaded aircraft, including all fuel. It is greater than the takeoff weight due to the fuel that will be burned during the taxi and run-up operations. Ramp weight may also be referred to as taxi wei...

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Maximum ramp weight.

Definitions

  • The total weight of a loaded aircraft, including all fuel. It is greater than the takeoff weight due to the fuel that will be burned during the taxi and run-up operations. Ramp weight may also be referred to as taxi weight.
  • (GAMA) The maximum weight approved for ground maneuver. It includes weight of start, taxi, and runup fuel.

References

  • Airplane Flying Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2021
  • Weight and Balance Handbook, Federal Aviation Administration, 2016