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During a soft-field takeoff roll, where should airplane weight be transferred as quickly as possible?

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  1. Wings to the nosewheel
  2. Wheels to the wings
  3. Main wheels to the brakes

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  1. FAA Airplane Flying Handbook, Chapter 6 www.faa.gov/sites/faa.gov/files/regulations_policies/handbooks_manuals/aviation/airplane_handbook/07_afh_ch6.pdf Checked 2026-10-09.

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