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If GPS positioning is lost in flight and the aircraft reverts to an attitude-style mode without position holding, what change should the remote PIC expect?
- A.The aircraft will automatically hold altitude and position more precisely
- B.The control link range will double
- C.The aircraft will drift with the wind and require continuous manual correction
Correct answer
C. The aircraft will drift with the wind and require continuous manual correction
Why
Without GPS position holding, the aircraft no longer resists drift on its own. The remote PIC must actively correct for wind and movement, which raises workload and makes precise maneuvering harder.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 5 · ACS knowledge area: Emergency Procedures · From the Emergency Procedures & Human Factors practice bank (HUM-003).