What is the maneuvering limit load factor with flaps extended?

The maneuvering limit load factor with flaps extended is critical in understanding an aircraft’s performance characteristics during different phases of flight, especially in scenarios requiring agility and control, such as during turns or when dealing with turbulence.

The correct choice signifies that with flaps extended, the aircraft can efficiently manage loads up to +2.0 G. This means that when the aircraft is in a configuration with flaps deployed, it can sustain a maximum positive load factor of 2.0 G, allowing pilots to execute maneuvers that require abrupt changes in direction while also accommodating the increased drag that comes with flaps being extended. This capability is essential during landing approaches and low-speed flight where enhanced lift and control are required.

Conversely, the negative load factor is maintained down to -1 G, meaning the aircraft can handle some level of negative G forces, although the primary operational focus remains on positive G during such configurations. Understanding this load factor helps pilots ensure that they do not exceed operational limits, which could lead to structural failure or control issues.

The other choices indicate incorrect limits based either on negative G factors being too extreme or the maximum positive G forces being underestimated, which does not accurately reflect the aircraft's designed capabilities during maneuvering with flaps