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When mounting equipment on an sUAS, why does load distribution matter in addition to total weight?
- A.An uneven load can place the CG off-center and cause a persistent drift or tilt
- B.Distribution only matters for fixed-wing aircraft
- C.Distribution affects only how the aircraft looks, not how it flies
Correct answer
A. An uneven load can place the CG off-center and cause a persistent drift or tilt
Why
Total weight alone does not describe balance. An off-center load moves the CG laterally or longitudinally, forcing motors on one side to work harder and degrading handling.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 4 · ACS knowledge area: sUAS Loading and Performance · From the Loading, Performance & Airport Operations practice bank (PER-011).