Which statement correctly pairs the minimum and maximum load factors?

• A. 0 and 1.8
• B. 0 and 2.0
• C. 0 and 1.0
• D. -0.5 and 2

Answer: (A)

Load factor is the lift produced by the wings divided by the airplane’s weight, essentially how many G’s you’re experiencing. The minimum and maximum load factors define the flight envelope the aircraft is authorized to operate within for normal flight. In this scenario, the paired limits are 0 and 1.8 g, meaning the allowed operating range starts at zero G (no net lift) and goes up to 1.8 g. This keeps operations within a non-inverted, non-negative-G window while providing a safety margin below the airframe’s ultimate load capability for typical maneuvers and gusts. Choices that include negative G or push the maximum to a higher value aren’t part of this specific operating limitation set, so 0 to 1.8 g is the correct pairing here.