Loading & Performance Quiz

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

• Does not adversely affect the center of gravity

• Is visible to the visual observer or other crew members

• Can be easily removed without the use of tools

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

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

• B. CG cannot change during flight

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

A stall occurs when the smooth airflow over the unmanned aircraft's wing/propeller(s) is disrupted and the lift reduces rapidly. This is caused when the wing/ propeller (s)

• exceeds the maximum allowable operating weight

• exceeds the critical angle of attack

• exceeds the maximum speed

Maximum endurance is obtained at the point of minimum power to maintain the aircraft

• in a long-range descent

• in steady, level flight

• at its slowest possible indicated airspeed

When the range and economy of operation are the principal goals, the remote pilot must ensure that the sUAS will be operated at the recommended

• long range cruise performance

• specific endurance

• equivalent airspeed

What is the best source for sUAS performance data and information?

• Pilot report

• Estimates based upon similar systems

• Manufacturer publications

If a sUAS weighs 10 pounds, what approximate weight would the sUAS structure be required to support during a 60 degree banked turn while maintaining altitude?

• 30 pounds

• 20 pounds

• 10.15 pounds

What effect does an uphill terrain slope have on launch performance?

• Increases launch distance

• increase launch speed

• decreases launch distances

When operating an unmanned aircraft, the remote pilot-in-command should consider that the load factor on the wings or rotors may be increased anytime?

• the CG is shifted rearward to the aft CG limit

• the gross weight is reduced

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

The most critical conditions of launch performance are the result of some combination of high gross weight, altitude, temperature and

• obstacles surrounding the launch site

• power plant systems

• unfavorable wind