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Do military bases still employ wheel watchers?

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bhamjman

115

modified Jun 2 at 2:48

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Bianfable

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8 votes

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In an emergency, how much runway does an A320 need to stop safely?

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Hartley

1

modified May 14 at 18:14

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Has Air Traffic Control ever had to talk a first time pilot through a landing due to an emergency?

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nobody

410

answered May 12 at 1:58

20 votes

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What is the procedure when an aircraft with an emergency can't land due to a blocked runway?

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Anderson Anders Siewert

1

modified May 10 at 18:33

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How are forces on the landing gear reduced or compensated for at touchdown?

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Kenn Sebesta

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Is it true an ILS CAT IIIc can automatically taxi-in an aircraft?

Greg Marino

1

answered Apr 24 at 17:47

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How does a large cargo plane like the C-130 Hercules take off and land in such a short distance?

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