Duration of take off. How long generally?
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I appreciate this very much a wide ranging question, but is there an average take off time from starting off at the end of the runway to wheels lifting off the ground?
The only part of flying which makes me anxious is that period between gaining speed and then take off. It probably takes 10-15 seconds, but sometimes it feels like we've been bombing along for ages before the plane leave the ground.
It always worries me we're not getting off the ground and will all fail badly at the perimeter fence!
Taking off from Carcassonne airport yesterday on a Ryanair flight was one of those moments.
Likewise, when flying on 747's, I know the runways are longer and as such, it feels less of an issue.
This is indeed probably one of the most pointless posts ever, but thought i'd try it anyway!
The only part of flying which makes me anxious is that period between gaining speed and then take off. It probably takes 10-15 seconds, but sometimes it feels like we've been bombing along for ages before the plane leave the ground.
It always worries me we're not getting off the ground and will all fail badly at the perimeter fence!
Taking off from Carcassonne airport yesterday on a Ryanair flight was one of those moments.
Likewise, when flying on 747's, I know the runways are longer and as such, it feels less of an issue.
This is indeed probably one of the most pointless posts ever, but thought i'd try it anyway!
Some really informative replies here, thanks folks.
I think I'm right in thinking that if things are not going to plan by a certain time, the plane can still be brought to a safe stop so long as the wheels are still on the ground then......
Thus, my fear of running out of runway is not one to be awfully concerned about as the decision to abort will be taken prior to the wheels leaving the black stuff.
However, once off the ground, if there is an issue, even at 5 feet, the outcome could be much different.....
I think I'm right in thinking that if things are not going to plan by a certain time, the plane can still be brought to a safe stop so long as the wheels are still on the ground then......
Thus, my fear of running out of runway is not one to be awfully concerned about as the decision to abort will be taken prior to the wheels leaving the black stuff.
However, once off the ground, if there is an issue, even at 5 feet, the outcome could be much different.....
Munter said:
Only just getting the rear wheels off the ground. Loss of one engine...not sure if you lose all thrust right away from a bird strike. Still it takes off and go's around for a nice safe landing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KhZwsYtNDE
Always re-assuring to see just how calmly these situations are handled (as to be expected with the level of training), but still incredibly re-assuring.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9KhZwsYtNDE
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