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When operating an unmanned airplane, the remote pilot should consider that the load factor on the wings may be increased any time

A

the CG is shifted rearward to the aft CG limit.

B

the airplane is subjected to maneuvers other than straight-and-level flight.✓ Correct Answer

C

the gross weight is reduced.

Explanation

Load factor is the ratio of the load the wings support to the aircraft's weight; PHAK Ch. 5 explains that it rises above 1 G whenever the airplane turns, pulls up or otherwise changes its flight path, and in turbulence. In straight-and-level flight it is 1 G. Moving the CG aft changes stability and control, not the load factor, and reducing gross weight does not increase it.

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