Originally Posted by
Flaflyer
I once read a baby jet tech sheet IIRC on the CRJ regarding weight and balance. I was surprised that high tech jets use a low tech method. If the balance needs to be shifted, the ground crews stock sand bags which are added to the cargo bin as needed to balance the plane.
Yes, ballast. That is sometimes needed on the CRJ or ERJ when the cabin is full (can't move passengers) but the airplane is still too nose-heavy. No other option other than removing passengers.
Having only a single cargo compartment limits your flexibility.