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Old 1st May 2010, 12:50
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Centaurus
 
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1. Talking about autobrakes: when we do a landing at à noise critical airport with idle reverse and autobrakes 2 a commander told me that the brakes are getting too hot for a 25 min turn around. What do you think?
The use of autobrakes is unnecessary if the runway has ample length. If you are restricted to idle reverse because of noise complaints, then depending on excess runway length available, simply allow the spoilers to do their stuff and leave manual braking until you need it. Often this will mean you can keep your feet off the brakes until slow ground speeds such as 80 knots. That should ensure cool brakes.

Many operators use autobrakes of various settings for every landing regardless of available length. That is asking for more wear and tear and hotter brakes.
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