Which statement about the trim position is true related to centre of gravity and adjustable stabiliser position? A. A nose heavy aeroplane requires that the stabiliser leading edge is lower than compared with a tail heavy aeroplane. B. Because characteristic speeds at take off do not vary with centre of gravity location, the need for stabiliser adjustment is dependent on flap position only. C. A nose heavy aeroplane requires that the stabiliser leading edge is higher than compared with a tail heavy aeroplane. D. At the forward limit for centre of gravity, stabiliser trim is adjusted maximum Nose Down to obtain maximum elevator authority at take off rotation.

 

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