EASA ATPL — Mass & Balance (031) Exam Prep
EASA ATPL Mass & Balance covers weight and center of gravity calculations for transport aircraft. While it has the fewest questions of any ATPL exam, accuracy is critical as CG errors can be catastrophic in real operations.
25
Questions
75%
Pass Mark
1 hour
Time Limit
90%
Avg Pass Rate
Cost
Varies by ATO (approx. EUR 50-100 per exam)
Prerequisites
Enrollment in EASA ATPL theory course at an ATO
Topics Covered
Expert Study Tips
This is one of the shortest EASA exams — but every question counts more
Master the relationship between weight terms: MZFW + fuel = MTOW
Practice CG calculations using the moment method until automatic
Understand how fuel burn changes CG during flight
Know load and trim sheet procedures for transport aircraft
Focus on the CG envelope diagram and what limits represent
Suggested Study Timeline
Weeks 1-3
Systematic study of all exam topics, take notes and create summaries
Weeks 4-6
Deep dive into complex topics, work through practice problems
Weeks 7-9
Full practice exams, identify and address knowledge gaps
Weeks 10-11
Targeted review of weak areas, practice under timed conditions
Week 12
Final review and exam day
Recommended Resources
- Oxford ATPL Mass & Balance textbook
- EASA Learning Objectives for Subject 031
- Airline load planning documentation
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