The airload on the horizontal tailplane (tailload) of an aeroplane in straight and level flight: - ATPL

Question id 354 - Principles of Flight - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license

Is in general directed downwards and will become less negative when the c.g. moves aft.

Is in general directed downwards and will always become less negative in a linear fashion with increasing airspeed.

Will in principle be zero on transport aeroplanes without an electronic flight control system (Fly- by-Wire) due to the trim system.

Is in general directed upwards and will increase when c.g. is moved forward.