For a Better Understanding of Aircraft Braking Coefficient
Aircraft braking coefficient is affected by liquid water in frozen runway contamination…. Continue Reading →
Exceeding Tire Speed During Takeoff
Airplane tires are designed to withstand a wide range of operating conditions, including carrying very high loads and operating at very high speeds. It is common for a jet airplane tire to carry loads as heavy as 60,000 pounds while operating at ground speeds up to 235 miles per hour. To accommodate these operational conditions,…… Continue Reading →
Contaminated and slippery runways
This document will help you to increase your knowledge in a better understanding of contaminated and slippery runways… Continue Reading →
Blended Winglets
Southwest engineer gives operator perspective on blended winglet…. Continue Reading →
A Slippery Business
It is well known that contamination on the runway may be a contributing factor to a runway excursion. In Sweden, known for warm and dry summers, the contamination mostly consists of snow and ice in the winter…… Continue Reading →