What is the minimum fuel required for aerobatics?

The minimum fuel required for aerobatics in the T-6A is established to ensure that the aircraft can perform the maneuvers safely while accounting for potential fuel consumption during sustained high-energy maneuvers. The specified 150 pounds per side ensures that there is enough fuel for the aircraft to maintain balanced flight during aerobatic sequences and provides a safety margin for fuel burn-off during maneuvers.

While other quantities may seem adequate, they do not meet the established safety and operational guidelines set forth in the aircraft’s operating procedures. Thus, 150 pounds per side is the correct minimum requirement for aerobatic maneuvers in the T-6A, ensuring pilots have a sufficient fuel reserve for both performance and safety considerations.