Originally Posted by DAL2728
Hello! I have identified all but two former Delta MD-11s as 618k takeoff weight models.
Since I still unable to find a copy of the weight and balance manual or any airlines' MD-11 FOM, I would like some help from our experts.
What is entailed with the 618k takeoff weight? Does this include the forward cargo hold auxiliary fuel tank bringing the total fuel up to about 278k lbs, or is this without the extra fuel tank (~258,000lbs max fuel)?
Also, are the max landing weights for these models 430k or 458k lbs?
Next, I am showing two models eligible for the 630.5k takeoff weight. Am I right to assume these come standard with the auxiliary 3000 gallon fuel tank in the forward cargo hold? Again, what would be the max landing weights for these models?
Thanks guys,
-Shane
All of our MD-11's here at FedEx are at 630.5K MTOGW. The only time they drop to 625.5K is if there is a fuel system MEL which renders the tail fuel management system inoperative, and therefore the weight & balance is computed in mode "L". (Low mode 625.5K MTOGW). None of our MD-11's have auxillary tanks in the forward hold like the pax -ER models. (Our max fuel is around 258K). Max landing weight is 481.5K. Hope this helps a little