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Old 19th October 2006 | 03:31
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chris keeping
 
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some theory

The stall speed for an aeroplane increases with a forward center of gravity. If my memory serves me well this is due to the fact that with a forward C of G the tailplane is required to exert a downforce in order to maintain straight and level flight. This downforce adds to the wingloading. Higher wingloading results in a higher stall speed.
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