FAA AMT Airframe Practice Exam 2026 – All-in-One Study Guide to Master Aviation Maintenance Technician Certification!

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As the angle of attack of an airfoil increases, the center of pressure will?

Move toward the trailing edge

Not change position

Move toward the leading edge

As the angle of attack of an airfoil increases, the center of pressure will move towards the leading edge. This is because at higher angles of attack, the flow of air over the airfoil is disrupted and air tends to accelerate towards the leading edge, causing the center of pressure to shift forward. Option A is incorrect because as the angle of attack increases, the center of pressure does not move towards the trailing edge. Option B is incorrect because the center of pressure does not remain in the same position as the angle of attack increases. Option D is also incorrect because the center of pressure does not fluctuate rapidly, instead it shifts gradually towards the leading edge.

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