Originally Posted by
D120A
Spinning wheels before landing adds to the energy of the aircraft at the threshold, energy that has to be disposed of via the brakes before you come to a stop. Tyres are cheaper than brake packs, so pre-spinning is 'out' - QED.
I recall a similar conversation with a car fleet engineer who hated to see vehicles being braked by engaging a lower gear, putting reverse strain on his beloved gearboxes. "Brake pads are cheaper than gearboxes" he said.
It doesn't do the clutch a lot of good either, and brake pads are cheaper (and easier to change) than clutches.