Heathrow seperation between medium jets was 2.5nm. Quite impressive to watch really. You would be at 10nm final and have two in front with another just touching down. That was the true meaning of 'minimum runway occupancy'.
Worked a treat, I had only one go-around in 6 years due to the aircraft ahead not making its turnoff. Off course there was also strategic use of 'land after' clearances and 'expect late landing clearance' instructions.
On the 320 'minimum runway' occupancy meant MED autobrake and FULL reverse EVERY landing and you would often turn to see an aircraft in the flare as you cleared the runway. I guess that is what happens when the airport is at 100% capacity.
Last edited by Ollie Onion; 22nd Apr 2013 at 07:56.