Aircraft Weight and Balance

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What is the primary reason for concern about an aircraft's weight and balance?

Safety

What happens when an aircraft is loaded in such a way that it is extremely nose heavy?

Higher than normal forces are needed at the tail

What is a consequence of an aircraft having poor balance?

Difficulty or impossibility to fly

What is affected by improper loading of an aircraft?

<p>Ceiling, maneuverability, rate of climb, speed, and fuel consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is additional engine power required when an aircraft is extremely nose heavy?

<p>To maintain airspeed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of an aircraft having poor balance?

<p>Accident and damage to the aircraft and injury to the people on board</p> Signup and view all the answers

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