A new WDR will be generated and uplinked only if changes exceed the AWABS tolerance. Which thresholds apply?

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A new WDR will be generated and uplinked only if changes exceed the AWABS tolerance. Which thresholds apply?

Explanation:
AWABS tolerance sets the point at which weight and balance changes require updating the WDR. The thresholds are a total payload change of 1,000 pounds (passengers or cargo) or a shift in CG of 0.5% MAC. If any change exceeds either limit, a new Weight Distribution Report is generated and uplinked to keep the aircraft’s weight and balance data accurate and within approved limits. For example, a payload change of 1,100 pounds with a small CG shift would trigger the WDR, as would a 600-pound change with a CG shift of 0.6% MAC. The other, larger thresholds would allow bigger changes before updating, so they aren’t the correct parameters for this requirement.

AWABS tolerance sets the point at which weight and balance changes require updating the WDR. The thresholds are a total payload change of 1,000 pounds (passengers or cargo) or a shift in CG of 0.5% MAC. If any change exceeds either limit, a new Weight Distribution Report is generated and uplinked to keep the aircraft’s weight and balance data accurate and within approved limits. For example, a payload change of 1,100 pounds with a small CG shift would trigger the WDR, as would a 600-pound change with a CG shift of 0.6% MAC. The other, larger thresholds would allow bigger changes before updating, so they aren’t the correct parameters for this requirement.

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