Question

If an aircraft is climbing at a constant speed in a straight line at a steep angle of climb, the load factor it sustains during the climb is

• A. equal to one
• B. greater than one
• C. positive but less than one
• D. dependent on the weight of the aircraft

Hint:

In steady climb, thrust shares part of the weight’s vertical component, reducing lift demand.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Load factor in steady climb is: \[ n = \frac{L}{W} \] Since lift required is less than weight (part of weight balanced by thrust component), load factor is positive but less than one.