Calculate Runway Length for Airplane Take-Off (330.2 Tonnes)

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In summary, the problem is asking for the length of runway needed for a fully loaded airplane with a mass of 330.2 tonnes to take off. The plane starts from rest and accelerates at a constant rate until it reaches a take-off speed of 85.81 ms-1. The plane has two jet engines, each with a thrust of 456.7 kN at full power. Air resistance and friction are neglected. The solution involves finding a relationship between acceleration, power, and final velocity, and then using this to calculate the required length of the runway.
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A fully loaded air plane with a mass of 330.2 tonnes is at one end of the runway and about to take off. Assume that the plane starts from rest with constant acceleration until it reaches the take-off speed of 85.81 ms-1. The air plane uses two jet engines each developing 456.7 kN thrust at full power. Neglect air resistance and friction between the tires and the runway.

Calculate the length of the runway, in metres, required for take-off.



Any idea how I can be able to start and solve this questions? Hints please.
 
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Hi Synergy80, welcome to PF

your probelm says the plane:
starts at rest (v0 = 0)
moves with constant acceleration,
and you know the power and the final velocity...

any idea how to relate a, P and v?
try and show some working
 
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1. How do you calculate the runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off?

The formula for calculating the runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off is: (Weight of the airplane + Weight of the cargo) x 15.2 = Required runway length in feet.

2. Why is it important to calculate the runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off?

Calculating the runway length is crucial for ensuring a safe and successful take-off. If the runway is too short, the airplane may not have enough space to gain enough speed for take-off, leading to potential accidents. It is also important for determining the maximum weight of the airplane and cargo that can safely take off from a particular runway.

3. What factors are considered when calculating the runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off?

The main factors that are considered when calculating the runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off include the weight of the airplane and cargo, the type and condition of the runway, the weather conditions, and the elevation of the airport.

4. Can the runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off vary for different types of airplanes?

Yes, the runway length can vary for different types of airplanes. Each airplane has its own weight and speed capabilities, which can affect the required runway length for take-off. Additionally, factors such as the type of engine and wing design can also impact the necessary runway length.

5. How does the temperature affect the required runway length for a 330.2 tonne airplane take-off?

The temperature can affect the required runway length for take-off as it can impact the air density and the performance of the airplane's engines. Higher temperatures can result in lower air density, which means the airplane will require a longer runway to reach the necessary speed for take-off.

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