Question

An engineer must design a runway to accommodate airplanes that must reach a ground speed velocity of 61 m/s before they can take off. These planes are capable of accelerating at a rate of 2.5 m/s2.
a.) How long will it take the planes to reach takeoff speed?
b.)What must be the minimum length of the runway?

Answer 1

You are correct that a twin-engine jet will have an average takeoff run of 30 – 35 seconds, good observation. It will vary depending on the altitude of the airport, the weight of the airplane and the outside temperature. The lift-off speed (VR) will also vary depending on the weight