Answer :
Final answer:
The Allowable Load for takeoff, calculated by subtracting the total aircraft weight from the allowable gross weight (585,000 pounds - 425,000 pounds), is 160,000 pounds, making choice (a) the correct answer.
Explanation:
If the allowable gross weight is 585,000 pounds and the total aircraft weight (ref 12) is 425,000 pounds, the Allowable Load for takeoff is calculated as follows:
The Allowable Load for takeoff is the difference between the allowable gross weight and the current total weight of the aircraft. Therefore, subtract the total aircraft weight from the allowable gross weight:
- Allowable gross weight = 585,000 pounds
- Total aircraft weight = 425,000 pounds
- Allowable Load for takeoff = Allowable gross weight - Total aircraft weight
Therefore, the Allowable Load for takeoff is 160,000 pounds.
Choice (a) 160,000 pounds is the correct answer.
