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Old 13th Feb 2009, 20:56
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roverman
 
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Runways again!

Sorry - just had to update earlier post on UK runway lengths. MAN 23L has recently been re-surveyed and declared at 10007 feet + starter extension takes it to 10498 feet (3200m). Most modern long-haulers are fine with 2800 metres, despite the Germans etc laying down 4000m runways everywhere. May help with de-rated power take-offs but otherwise just a waste of land.
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