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Old 19th October 2008 | 16:16
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Intruder
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For a transport airplane, you have to look into the performance book and runway charts or performance computer for the specific conditions. Either runway may be advantageous, depending on the degree of slope and magnitude of the tailwind component.

Also, if the tailwind is greater than the airplane's placard limit, regardless of slope, is isn't a legal option.
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