Originally Posted by
groovinaviator
You're not boring me... this is all great info and very appreciated! Thanks again... keep it coming if you have it
Since you asked:
Another True or False--
The total weight of a
full fuel load on the 747-200/300 (classic) is more than a 707 at gross weight.
False; albiet not by much!
Fuel load on the classic: 324,581.5 pounds (based on standard density of 6.7 lbs./per gal)
I'm still trying to find out about the wood pieces. My next flight is Wednesday and I'll take a look at the fuel jettison panel and get back to ya on that one
Gross Weight:707-323B Advanced 336,000 pounds
Difference: 11,481.5 pounds or 1,704 gallons