Piper Cherokee

TCDS: A21CE Max Weight: 2,440 lbs

Piper Aircraft Corporation

Certification
Normal

Aircraft Overview

Official TCDS specifications for Piper Cherokee per Type Certificate A21CE

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⚖️ Weight and Balance Specifications

Critical weight and balance data per Type Certificate A21CE. Verify against current aircraft records before flight operations.

Weight Limits

Max Takeoff
2,440 lbs
Max Landing
2,440 lbs
Empty Weight
1,454 lbs
Max Fuel
50 gal
Useful Load
986 lbs

Loading Stations & Arms

Station Arm Description
Fuel Tanks 95.0 in Main fuel tanks (standard configuration)
Rear Seats 118.1 in Rear passenger positions
Baggage Area 142.8 in Primary baggage compartment
Pilot Front Seats 85.5 in Pilot and front passenger positions

Center of Gravity Envelope

CG must remain within these limits throughout all phases of flight.

📊 normal Category
← Forward Limit: 83.0 in
Aft Limit: 93.0 in →
Variable Limits by Weight:
@ 1,500 lbs 83.0 in → 93.0 in
@ 2,325 lbs 87.0 in → 93.0 in
Max Weight: 2,325 lbs
Datum: Fuselage station 0
🔧 Engine Specifications
Engine Model
Lycoming O-320-D3G
Power Output
160 HP
📋 Key Specifications
TCDS Number A21CE
Max Weight 2,440 lbs
Engine Lycoming O-320-D3G
Power 160 HP
Category Normal
🏁 Speed Limits
📈 Performance Notes

⚠️ Important Disclaimers

Verification Required

Always verify against current aircraft records and equipment list before flight operations.

TCDS Reference

This summarizes TCDS A21CE but does not replace the official document.

Regulatory Compliance

Calculations must comply with 14 CFR Part 23 and applicable airworthiness directives.

Data Accuracy

Specifications may vary by serial number and modifications. Verify with aircraft documentation.