RE: finally they will put an end to this
The plane will take off....and it will be funny to watch all of you go....[sm=jawdrop.gif]
It's simple, the plane only rolls forward because the engines push it forward.....and once the engine achieves a certain amount of thrust, it should be able to take off from a sitting still position.
While the VTOL style jet (Harrier jet) doesnt get used in this equation, its the same process. It doesnt require a runway, just has to build up enough thrust to lift it off the ground.
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