Originally Posted by
barit1
Just a question - since I don't know the U/C systems that well - can the 737 nosewheel steering tiller be disengaged so the ship can be steered (albeit imprecisely) with brakes & differential thrust? At least you could clear the runway that way.
It's possible to manouver the 737 on the ground from the RHS. Not with the greatest deal of precision, but it is possible.
Again, as an FO (especially if I were to land at STN) I would not think twice about vacating the RWY from the RHS with the rudder pedals and if necessary differential braking, then come to a stop on the high speed exit.
It may very well be possible to taxi further with differential braking etc but it wouldnt really be necessary....a suitable runway exit should be enough....I don't really like sitting on runways unless I'm moving!