Loading and performance

A stall occurs when the smooth airflow over the unmanned airplane`s wing is disrupted, and the lift degenerates rapidly. This is caused when the wing

• exceeds the maximum speed.

• exceeds maximum allowable operating weight.

• exceeds its critical angle of attack.

What could be a consequence of operating a small unmanned aircraft above its maximum allowable weight?

• Shorter endurance

• Increased maneuverability

• Faster speed

When loading cameras or other equipment on an sUAS, mount the items in a manner that

• is visible to the visual observer or other crewmembers.

• does not adversely affect the center of gravity.

• can be easily removed without the use of tools.

When operating an unmanned airplane, the remote pilot should consider that the load factor on the wings may be increased anytime

• the CG is shifted rearward to the aft CG limit.

• the airplane is subjected to maneuvers other than straight and level flight.

• the gross weight is reduced.

In the context of aircraft weight and balance, what happens when the lift surpasses weight?

• The vertical descent rate will amplify.

• The aircraft will hover in place.

• The vertical ascent rate will amplify.

Which of the following is true regarding weight and balance of small unmanned aircraft?

• CG cannot change during flight.

• Lateral CG is not important to small unmanned aircraft operations.

• Operations outside weight and balance limitations may result in loss of control.

(Refer to Figure 2.) If an sUAS weighs 10 pounds, what approximate weight would the sUAS structure be required to support during a 60 degrees banked turn while maintaining altitude?

• 10.15 pounds.

• 30 pounds.

• 20 pounds.

(Refer to Figure 2.) If an sUAS weighs 50 pounds, what approximate weight would the sUAS structure be required to support during a 30 degree banked turn while maintaining altitude?

• 60 pounds.

• 45 pounds.

• 30 pounds.