I know you guys do Big planes, and I hope I will in a very short time from now.
Let me tell you something about the Lears
I´m sure most of you know that they have a little button called steer.
This button basically increases and decreases the amount of degrees the nosewheel moves each side. On takeoff you hold it pressed until you reach 60kt at that speed you release it for 2 reasons.
1) Because now the rudder has enough authority to control the plane directionally and
2) Because if you keep it depressed chances are you´ll lose directional control out of the rwy.
I´ve seen 747 captains use it after touchdown, but very cautiously. I´ve seen 757 pilots using assymetrical thurst to control the plane better. That guy was an ex-C130, that might be the reason, though.
Be safe !! Hands On from TOD PLEASE !!!!
SW.