Runway rubber deposits
Can anyone advise whether removal of such is expensive and/or time consuming? What is the method used for cleaning? (Chemicals, non-ecological?)
I expect there must be a good reason why so many r/w's are covered in the stuff, but am curious. A lot of fields, from Dom. Rep to Greek islands, not excluding our own country, have filthy r/w ends and turning facilities, which can be quite slippery when recently soaked.
As an A320/330 driver, I find myself concerned with the Congonhas tragedy, having jump-seated in and out of that tight field on a number of occasions. (On Electras...much nicer). This has prompted my question, although I accept that many other factors than aquaplaning may have come into play.
Last edited by RoyHudd; 20th July 2007 at 08:46.