What is the fuel capacity of the large and small pods?

• A. Large pod 450 gallons; small pod 230 gallons
• B. Large pod 230 gallons; small pod 450 gallons
• C. Large pod 500 gallons; small pod 200 gallons
• D. Large pod 400 gallons; small pod 250 gallons

Answer: (A)

Understanding how fuel capacity scales with pod size helps you predict endurance and weight in flight. The large pod can hold 450 gallons, while the small pod holds 230 gallons. This means the large pod carries almost twice as much fuel, which directly extends range and loiter time and increases the fuel weight the aircraft must lift. Roughly, full large pod equals about 3,060 pounds of fuel, and full small pod about 1,564 pounds, with both full totaling around 4,624 pounds. These capacities are the standard figures used in training, so the other numbers don’t match the known specifications and would lead to incorrect planning.