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Center of Gravity (CG)

Also: CG

The point where the aircraft's weight is considered to act, and where it would balance if suspended; its position must stay within the approved forward and aft limits.

“The point at which an airplane would balance if it were possible to suspend it at that point.”
FAA-H-8083-25C · Glossary, Center of gravity (CG)

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