ORIGINAL: FTiano

That's a good point. The 55 pounds means "wet", that is, with fuel. However, If somebody is so close that a little less fuel makes a difference, I'm not sure it is as major a concern as might be a 65 pound or 70 pound airplane. In any event, the rule states 55 lbs. with fuel. I'm curious if an electric aircraft's batteries are its fuel!
FT