Tarn Spotter
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- Nov 5, 2012
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Thanks for that update. my grandson had my air band radio so did not have ATC info, however, when the Jet2 released on to the runway I would have guest the KLM 6nm away and the Jet2 advised ready for takeoff, as he did not stop rolling and made an immediate take off.Interesting question. Having had a quick look as far as I can see the only criterion is that the landing aircraft can only cross the threshold of the runway and be given permission to land when the departing aircraft has completely cleared the runway. It seems to be down to the skill of the controller to calculate and monitor this.
In the back of my mind thought there was a 2 minute separation, but i think this is more to do with wake turbulence between different sized aircraft and not an issue in this case.
Interestingly up and the airfield again today and even when incoming 6 minutes away aircraft nor being released for take off.