Textron Cessna Grand Caravan Ex 208B Pilot's Operating Handbook And Faa Approved Airplane Flight Manual page 412

SECTION 6
WEIGHT AND BALANCE/
EQUIPMENT LIST
INTRODUCTION
The pilot should routinely determine the balance of the airplane since it
is possible to be within the maximum weight limit and still exceed the
center of gravity limits. An airplane loading which exceeds the forward
center of gravity limit may place heavy loads on the nosewheel, and the
airplane will be slightly more difficult to rotate for takeoff or flare for
landing. If the center of gravity is too far aft, the airplane may rotate
prematurely on takeoff, depending on trim settings. A properly loaded
airplane, however, will perform as intended. Before the airplane is
licensed, a basic empty weight, center of gravity (C.G.) and moment are
computed.
Specific information regarding the weight, arm, moment, and installed
equipment for this airplane as delivered from the factory can be found
in the plastic envelope in the back of this POH/AFM. Using the basic
empty weight and moment, the pilot can determine the weight and
moment for the loaded airplane by computing the total weight and
moment and then determining whether they are within the approved
Center of Gravity Moment Envelope
It is the responsibility of the pilot to make sure that
the airplane is loaded properly. Operation outside
of prescribed weight and balance limitations could
result in an accident and serious or fatal injury.
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WARNING
CESSNA
MODEL 208B 867 SHP
GARMIN G1000
208BPHCUS-00