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Old 18th Jan 2003, 14:36
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Would suggest that using the radio altimeter for confirming positive climb after takeoff in large jet transport aircraft is really not a good idea...uneven sloping (downhill) terrain being the obvious reason.

The only really reliable instrument for confirming positive climb is the PRESSURE altimeter, and is so stated in many airline operating manuals.
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