Originally Posted by Cubdriver

I can't say how common partial fuel loading in order to increase pax load is nowadays in the industry, but it is a great way to set up a fuel starvation event.

If I were being pushed to do partial fuel loads to add a couple more pax, I would give the DZ two options, neither of which they are going to like-

1. Provide a calibrated fuel hock (dipper) certified in writing by a mechanic with gallon increments. You may be able to buy one already made somewhere. The mechanic will obviously charge to make one, because he will have to drain out all the fuel and refuel the airplane to calibrate the stick, which is a big chore.

2. De-fuel as necessary pound for pound in order to accommodate each added passenger over a normal pax load starting with a topped off fuel load. This is a bigger pain than getting a calibrated dipper made. No DZ in their right mind will go for it, but you should offer this option to show them you are serious about not having a fuel starvation event on your watch.