Standard Empty Weight (GAMA)
The Standard Empty Weight (GAMA) refers to the combined weight of the airframe, engines, and all items of operational equipment that are permanently installed in an airplane, including fixed ballast, hydraulic fluid, unusable fuel, and full engine oil. This weight does not include any variable items such as passengers, baggage, or usable fuel. It serves as a baseline measurement for determining an aircraft’s maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) and is an important consideration in calculating an aircraft’s payload capacity and range. The Standard Empty Weight (GAMA) is established by the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) to provide uniformity in weight calculations across the aviation industry. This weight is crucial to ensure the safety and performance of the aircraft, as it directly affects its center of gravity and overall balance. In short, the standard empty weight (GAMA) is the weight used as reference to calculate the maximum weight that an aircraft can carry and fly safely.
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