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Qantas A330 rips up runway during takeoff in Perth: video

Aerotime

Witnesses and airport surveillance footage captured the moment when the Airbus A330’s powerful thrust dislodged sections of the newly resurfaced runway. As the plane accelerated, fragments of tarmac were seen being thrown into the air behind it, creating a visible trail of debris.

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Feeling the Heat

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Imagine what it’s like slinging suitcases out on the tarmac when the mercury hits triple digits. Jet engines don’t like this low-density air either, producing less thrust. What all of that means for travelers is that your flight might be weight-restricted and unable to take a full load of people or cargo.

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