AerodynamicsQuestion 494 of 934

What load factor must the structure of a normal category airplane withstand?

  1. 3.8 Gs
  2. 2.0 Gs
  3. 6.0 Gs
  4. 1.5 Gs
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Correct answer: 3.8 Gs

A normal category structure must withstand 3.8 Gs for dynamic loads from maneuvers and gusts.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 5: Aerodynamics of Flight — Effect of Weight on Aircraft Structure, page 139

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026