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Old 5th March 2026 | 06:19
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FullWings
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A longer runway would allow higher derates for takeoff therefore less noise, so it makes sense in most respects. You can lift a surprising amount off shorter runways if you have to but it increases the maintenance costs and noise footprint.

If you’re going to have a runway, making it 1000m longer if you have the space and budget is a bit of a no-brainer. It also allows more in the way of ‘land after’ clearances and LVPs for big/heavy aircraft.
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