Weight Shift in Flight

Definition

Changes in center of gravity during flight due to fuel burn, passenger movement, or cargo shifting. Aft CG shift from fuel burn is common and affects longitudinal stability. Pilots must account for CG changes.

Related Terms

Center of Gravity(CG)

The point at which an aircraft would balance if suspended. CG position affects s...

Weight and Balance

The process of calculating aircraft total weight and center of gravity position ...

Stability

The tendency of an aircraft to return to its original flight condition after a d...

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