The Runway Grooves That Help Commercial Jets Stop During Heavy Rain

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The Runway Grooves That Help Commercial Jets Stop During Heavy Rain

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Runway grooves improve aircraft traction and help drain water, supporting safer commercial jet landings in heavy rain. NASA and the FAA have confirmed these benefits, though grooved runways are not widely used everywhere.

NASA and the FAA have determined grooves help in retaining traction and improving water drainage, although they remain far from universal.

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