Chock sizes for the A380
I was watching a video of
Can chocks so small stop a plane that heavy. Curious how the chock sizes are mandated; what's the physics behind this? Do ground handlers use different chock sizes for larger planes? Also what is the mode of failure chocks are designed to protect against; wind induced movements, I suppose or maybe gravity? If an engine or tug were to accidentally try to move an aircraft would the chocks do much? |
A bit ironic, a water canon salute in the pouring rain.
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I would suggest those chocks, they look like the old wooden type, are completely inadequate. Nowadays large a/c have LARGE rubber chocks installed.
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I love that on PPRUNE there is a thread about the size of aircraft chocks. This attention to detail is quite remarkable.
I feel the need to take this thread further - do they have to be a specific colour? |
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But ..... but ... what will you do then LT ?
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Well, it doesn't involve chocks that's for sure.
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spannersatcx said - I would suggest those chocks, they look like the old wooden type, are completely inadequate. Nowadays large a/c have LARGE rubber chocks installed. I'd be more concerned at the ramp handlers running around on a wet stand whilst the engines are still running and the beacon is on :ugh: |
If you put wooden chocks on my a/c you would be told to remove them immediately as they are unacceptable for use as they will not stop an a/c moving especially if the ramp was wet. That's company sop.
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Yeah, rubber is the way we go. I have though in the absolute dark ran over them in the dark and did not feel a thing (i had some moumentum). The diameter of the tire (tyre) is quite large, 52's off the cuff.
I belive in chocking the inside of a Bogie as you have 2x the resistance to run over in either direction. Also should be noted that those tiny chocks you see are intended to keep a stationary aircraft stationary on a reasonably level ramp. Just watched the clip, damb that is one ugly aircraft.. |
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