An airplane with its Center of Gravity forward of the forward CG limit is expected to?

Having the center of gravity (CG) forward of the forward CG limit impacts the aircraft's performance significantly. When the CG is too far forward, the aircraft becomes more stable but also heavy on the controls, which can lead to a number of performance issues.

In terms of cruise speed, a forward CG typically results in increased drag due to a greater angle of attack needed to maintain level flight. This increased drag ultimately leads to lower cruise speeds. Furthermore, a forward CG increases the stall speed because the aircraft requires a higher angle of attack before it can maintain level flight; the stall occurs at a higher speed.

These dynamics are critical for pilots and dispatchers to understand, as they directly affect the aircraft's handling characteristics and overall aerodynamic performance.