Simultaneous LAndings on Crossing Runways
Hi,
I was a pax on a flight into YMML recently where two runways were in operation for landings. As our flight touched down, another flight touched down on a crossign runway. Both planes had slowed to a 'taxi speed' (guessing around 30kph) before reaching the runway intersection (we got there about 30 seconds to a minute before the other plane).
Is this a normal practice? What would be the protocol if both planes had to go around?
Since this is a busy airport in a country with an excellent safety record, I am sure it is safe - I am just curious about how the safety margins are managed in this situation.
Cheers,
Chaz
Frequent SLF.