43 Inches......Nothing is compromised. It is not a permanent increase, but a dispensation for the ferry. These ferry aircraft are seriously over MTOW. Yes occassionaly there is a requirement to return to the point of departure, and yes they are landed grossly over MLW. However like all good pilots, the landing is endorsed on the M/R for perusal by the LAME.
"How far above maximum weight could you go before all single engine performance is lost and you face ditching on take-off due to a failure".............. Its line ball even below MTOW in most light twins!!
"I'll have to speak to CASA "..... Please do, I'm sure you would have a direct line by now!!
Last edited by PA39; 8th Aug 2010 at 06:58.