Aircraft weight classes
Three classes by weight:
| Class | Limit | Cite |
|---|---|---|
| Basic ultra-light aeroplane | Max 2 seats; max take-off weight 544 kg or less; Vso (stall speed, landing configuration) 39 kt (45 mph) or less at max take-off weight | CARs 101.01(1) |
| Large aeroplane | MCTOW more than 5 700 kg (12,566 lb) | CARs 101.01(1) |
| Small aircraft | Max permissible take-off weight 5 700 kg (12,566 lb) or less; for a helicopter, 2 730 kg (6,018 lb) or less | TC AIM RAC 3.4.1(r) |
Trap: Exactly 5 700 kg is small, not large.
References
- CARs 101.01(1) (basic ultra-light aeroplane, large aeroplane)
- TC AIM RAC 3.4.1(r)