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Before takeoff, how should a payload or attached equipment be secured?
- A.Loosely, so it can shift and self-balance in flight
- B.So that it cannot shift in flight or interfere with aircraft control
- C.Only the battery needs securing; other items may move freely
Correct answer
B. So that it cannot shift in flight or interfere with aircraft control
Why
Any item that shifts in flight moves the CG and can surprise the pilot or upset stability. All loads must be firmly secured and checked so they do not block controls, sensors, or moving parts.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 4 · ACS knowledge area: sUAS Loading and Performance · From the Loading, Performance & Airport Operations practice bank (PER-004).