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Operations

# Takeoff weight

TOW

TERM · Operations

At a glance

## Meaning of Takeoff weight

The aircraft's total mass at the start of takeoff, including people, cargo and fuel.

### More about Takeoff weight

Actual takeoff mass is checked against both structural and flight-specific performance limits.

The permitted maximum for a particular departure can depend on runway length, weather, obstacles and aircraft condition. It can be lower than the aircraft's structural maximum.

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