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Old 27th May 2013 | 02:35
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Brakes, aided by spoilers, stop airplanes. Thrust reversers help at high speeds. Having the plane on all gear with the nose wheel steering available makes for directional control. No manufacturer recommends aero-braking for a reason.

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