B747 HYDROPLANING

Course Information

Hydroplaning Online Course covers the phenomenon of hydroplaning/aquaplaning. This phenomenon can cause excursions off the end or side of the runway and the reasons for it. It does so by discussing the different types of hydroplaning and how each can be avoided. Courses are constantly monitored and updated when major changes in authority documentation is released.

Content of the Course

Slide 30 Duration 00:16:25 Exam Yes
  • COURSE START
  • INTRODUCTION
    • Definitions and Terms
    • Effects on the Operation
  • TYPES OF HYDROPLANING
    • Viscous Hydroplaning (Smooth Textured Runway and Tire Surface)
    • Rubber Reversion Hydroplaning (Wheel Locking)
  • REDUCING HYDROPLANING EVENTS
    • Runway Conditions
  • SUMMARY
  • COURSE END