WorksheetsM2.2 Centre of Gravity
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the centre of gravity (CG) of an object?
The point where all the weight of an object is said to act.
The topmost point of an object.
The point where an object is heaviest.
The bottommost point of an object.
Why is the centre of gravity important for an aircraft?
It helps the aircraft fly faster.
It is the balance point for the aircraft.
It makes the aircraft look better.
It helps the aircraft change color.
What must maintenance personnel consider during routine inspections?
The color of the aircraft.
The centre of gravity (CG).
The speed of the aircraft.
The height of the aircraft.
What is a datum in relation to an aircraft?
A type of fuel.
An imaginary line for measurements.
A part of the engine.
A type of passenger seat.
What must flight personnel ensure about the CG?
It is always at the front of the aircraft.
It remains within safe limits.
It is always at the back of the aircraft.
It changes frequently.
What is the purpose of selecting a datum?
To change the color of the aircraft.
For balance purposes.
To make the aircraft faster.
To increase the size of the aircraft.
What is measured from the datum point?
The color of the aircraft.
The location of CG range.
The speed of the aircraft.
The height of the aircraft.
What is the principle used to find the distance of the CG of an aircraft?
Principle of colors.
Principle of moments.
Principle of speed.
Principle of height.
What happens if the CG is not within safe limits?
The aircraft may not balance properly.
The aircraft will change color.
The aircraft will fly faster.
The aircraft will become smaller.
What is the CG of an aircraft given as?
A color.
A distance from the datum.
A speed.
A height.
What must be ensured about the datum's position?
It changes frequently.
It remains constant during the life of the aircraft.
It is always at the front.
It is always at the back.
What is the CG the average location of?
The total weight of an aircraft.
The color of an aircraft.
The speed of an aircraft.
The height of an aircraft.
What is the role of the CG in an aircraft?
To make it look better.
To act as the balance point.
To change its color.
To increase its speed.
