How would you load an aircraft for max range?

How would you load an aircraft for max range?

The position of the CG directly influences the fuel consumption of an aircraft. An aft position of the CG makes the aircraft less stable, requiring less lift to be generated in both the horizontal stabilizer and wings, reducing the overall drag of the aircraft, and increasing the max range.

You want to load the the aircraft so that the CG is at, or as close as possible, to the aft limit (Without exceeding it).

Do single engined planes have a VMCG?

Do single engined planes have a VMCG?

No, VMCG is defined as the minimum control speed on the ground, with one engine inoperative (critical engine on two engine airplanes), takeoff power on other engine(s), using aerodynamic controls only for directional control and thus only applicable to ME aircraft.

Why does a swept wing increase Mcrit?

Why does a swept wing increase Mcrit?

A swept wing makes the velocity vector normal to the leading edge a shorter distance than the chordwise resultant.

What is the movement of the center of pressure during/approaching a stall?

What is the movement of the center of pressure during/approaching a stall?

Center of pressure moves forward when approaching a stall.

What is the optimum ISA cruise altitude for the Boeing 737?

What is the optimum ISA cruise altitude for the Boeing 737?

To varify the nose gear position (up or down).

What is radiation fog?

What is radiation fog?

Radiation fog forms on cloudless nights with only very light winds and high relative humidity when the cold ground cools the air above it to its dew point causing condensation (fog).

Usually occurs inland in valleys and low lying areas (as these areas tend to have more moisture) and usually occurs in a high pressure system.

What is Dutch roll?

What is Dutch roll?

Dutch roll is an aircraft stability issue involving oscillations of rolling and yawing motions. It occurs when the aircraft's nose deviates from its path, causing rolling in the opposite direction due to the vertical fin's side force. This generates a yawing moment, resulting in a cycle of yawing and rolling motions. Dutch roll can be problematic for passenger comfort and pilot control. Measures like tail fin design, yaw dampers, and control inputs are used to counteract it and maintain stability.

What is the role of Pilot Monitoring?

What is the role of Pilot Monitoring?

To monitor the flight management and aircraft control actions of the Pilot Flying and carry out support duties such as communications and check-list reading.

What is anhedral?

What is anhedral?

anhedral is the downward inclinitation of the wing from the root to the tip.

Why don’t you use carburetor heat on the ground for long periods?

Why don’t you use carburetor heat on the ground for long periods?

Battery power to the starter motors.

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