Another Look at Hydroplaning

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Abstract

This article examines the factors contributing to the hydroplaning of aircraft tires on airport runways: ground speed, tire pressure, and water depth vs. tire tread depth. Aircraft weight does not bear any affect on aircraft tire hydroplaning.

Original languageAmerican English
JournalTAC Attack
Volume12
StatePublished - Feb 1 1972
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • hydroplaning
  • aircraft safety
  • airport runways

Disciplines

  • Aviation Safety and Security

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