Runway Analysis determines the maximum takeoff or landing weight that allows for safe operations at a given airport under specific conditions, providing a single maximum takeoff or landing weight based on:
- Aircraft Performance: Data from the aircraft manufacturer’s Airplane Flight Manual (AFM), including climb capability, brake energy, and other limitations.
- Environmental Constraints: Factors such as runway length, slope, terrain, and obstacles surrounding the airport.
- Meteorological Conditions: Pilot-entered weather data and selected aircraft configurations.
The analysis checks if all constraints are satisfied at the specified weight. If not, the weight is reduced until a safe takeoff or landing weight is found. If no weight satisfies the constraints, the operation is deemed unsafe.
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