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Old 4th Jan 2017, 10:41
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You need to consider weight on the runway as well as the runways length.
The AIP entry shows the runway PCN as 46/F/A/X/U (taxiways have the same apart from strength B not A.) The overall weight of the aircraft will determine its ACN & whether it could operate within the tolerances of the pavement. The aircraft manufacturer will produce a manual with all the details in for each aircraft type. If memory serves me correctly the worst civil aircraft type in terms of restrictions at present is the 777-300. This isn't a hard & fast rule & there is the ability to over-stress the pavement for occasional movements but the more you do it, the more you reduce the life expectancy of your runway & taxiway surfaces.
If you want to calculate it for a 747-400, have a look at "747-400 Airplane Characteristics for Airport Planning" Page 180 for a Boeing explanation & table 7.10.1 & 2 for ACNs on flexible pavements.
If you have better things to do with your life :-) then I will tell you that in terms of weight: no - you can't get a fully laden 747-400 off the runway at BOH without over stressing the pavement.
It can all get quite complex - the simple answer (as with so many things in aviation) is "it depends"! :-)

The AIP also suggests the main terminal stands are configured for aircraft up to 767-300 size. That doesn't mean they can't handle larger but you would need to make specific parking arrangements to maintain wingtip clearances.
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