Performance and weight and balanceQuestion 674 of 934

When does the first sign of poor performance of an improperly loaded aircraft usually appear?

  1. During cruise
  2. During descent
  3. During takeoff
  4. During the landing roll only
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Correct answer: During takeoff

An overloaded aircraft may not leave the ground, or it may have unusually poor flight characteristics.

Source: Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (FAA-H-8083-25C), Chapter 10: Weight and Balance — Effects of Weight, page 246

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026