Multiple choice

Which of the following weights qualifies for an aircraft to be called heavy?

  1. 19,000 kg

  2. 96,000 kg

  3. 1,16,000 kg

  4. None of these

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C Correct answer
Explanation

An aircraft is classified as 'heavy' if its maximum takeoff weight is 116,000 kg or more. This classification is important because heavy aircraft create stronger wake turbulence requiring increased separation distances for following aircraft.