Which component is NOT considered when calculating Basic Aircraft Weight?

Basic Aircraft Weight includes all components necessary for the aircraft to operate but excludes certain items that do not contribute directly to the aircraft's capability in flight. When calculating Basic Aircraft Weight, operating equipment, ballast, and any missing installed equipment are included because they are essential for the aircraft’s structure and functionality.

Operating equipment refers to systems and components that are necessary for flight operations, while ballast is used to ensure proper weight distribution. Missing installed equipment is also included as it reflects the current configuration of the aircraft according to what is installed and what may be absent.

Flight crew weight, on the other hand, is not included in the Basic Aircraft Weight calculation. This is because Basic Aircraft Weight is focused on the aircraft and its equipment alone, whereas flight crew weight is variable and depends on the number of personnel onboard. Therefore, the crew's weight is considered separately, typically added later in calculations that assess the total weight for takeoff and landing.