MTW stands for which of the following?

• A. Maximum Taxi/Towing Weight
• B. Maximum Takeoff Weight
• C. Maximum Landing Weight
• D. Maximum Zero Fuel Weight

Answer: (A)

MTW is the weight limit used for ground operations, specifically the maximum weight allowed during taxiing or towing. This limit protects the aircraft’s tires, brakes, and landing gear loads when it’s moving on the ground or being towed, where ground handling stresses are different from those in flight. That’s why this option is the best fit for MTW.

The other terms refer to different limits used for flight performance and balance: maximum takeoff weight governs performance during takeoff, maximum landing weight governs limits during landing, and maximum zero fuel weight defines the weight excluding usable fuel for weight and balance calculations. MTW’s focus is the safe ground maneuvering weight, hence it’s the correct match for this question.