Performance

Contaminated Runway

Definition

A runway with more than 25% of its surface covered by water, snow, slush, or ice. Contaminated runway performance data accounts for reduced braking action and increased stopping distances.

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Landing Distance

The horizontal distance required from 50 feet above the runway threshold to a co...

Braking Action

The effectiveness of braking on a runway surface, reported as good, medium, poor...

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