Power loading, in the context of aircraft design and performance, is a measure of the aircraft’s engine power in relation to its weight. It indicates how much power is available for each unit of aircraft weight and is an important parameter for assessing an aircraft’s ability to accelerate and climb.
The formula for calculating power loading () is as follows:
- is the power loading (typically in watts per kilogram or horsepower per pound).
- is the engine power or thrust available (typically in watts or horsepower).
- is the weight of the aircraft (typically in kilograms or pounds).