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An airplane has its Neutral Point \(x_{NP}\) located at \(0.35c\) (35% of the Mean Aerodynamic Chord). The Current Center of Gravity (CG) \(x_{CG}\) is \(0.20c\) (20% of the Mean Aerodynamic Chord). The pilot wants to move the CG to a new position such that the Static Margin is reduced by exactly \(50\%\). Calculate the new location of CG?

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The static margin is \[ \boxed{ SM=x_{NP}-x_{CG}. } \] Moving the CG aft decreases the static margin, while moving it forward increases the static margin.
Updated On: Jul 14, 2026
  • \(0.175c\)
  • \(0.275c\)
  • \(0.10c\)
  • \(0.035c\)
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The Correct Option is B

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