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Old 19th Jun 2008, 13:48
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IFollowRailways
 
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The Seneca in the USA has a higher MAUW than a Seneca in Europe
There is no physical difference in the aircraft. European Senecas are invariably certified at 1999 Kg to avoid Euronav charges (> 2000 Kg).

The usual MAUW for a Seneca is 4570 lbs (2072 Kg). I assume that the operators have done their sums regarding the "loss" of 73 Kgs useful load verses Euronav charges and decided in favour of the former!

You could operate a european Seneca at the factory MAUW - There is nothing stopping you other than the paperwork - but you would then be liable for the charges
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