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> Do runways have some sort of barrier between them and the next "important" thing. Some do. Here is what it looks like when an overshooting plane utilizes su
by topspin 11mo ago
> Do runways have some sort of barrier between them and the next "important" thing.
Some do. Here is what it looks like when an overshooting plane utilizes such a barrier: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW71FrX8t_g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zW71FrX8t_g
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Consider the possibility that gigantic flying aluminum tubes filled with tons of flammable fuel hurtling around at hundreds of kilometers per hour comprise a dilemma that has no trivial answers. Even defining what "important thing" means at any given instant is not straightforward.
- beAbU 11mo agoThere is a spectrum between "no barrier" and "immovable barrier". Arrestor beds exist, and given enough space a fully loaded plane at take-off velocity can be stopped in a controlled and safe way. Cost and space are often the reason why this does not happen.