An ideaIf the runway moved the other way, the pilot could gently move the plane onto it, at which point it will slowly start to accelerate forwards, depending on the friction of the wheels. Then the pilot could slowly apply the brakes, causing the plane to accelerate quickly down the runway and take off. The plane could accelerate more quickly in this way than with its engines alone, so you could use a shorter runway than normal. Of course, the pilot might then find that he can't start the engines, and the plane goes crashing to the ground.
If the runway also moved at the same velocity as the plane upon landing, you'd avoid any skidding, tyre damage and bouncy landings.
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Mon 8 Jan 2007, 19:55,
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If the runway also moved at the same velocity as the plane upon landing, you'd avoid any skidding, tyre damage and bouncy landings.