Takeoff distance is the total distance an aircraft needs to accelerate, lift off, and clear obstacles.
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- The Takeoff Distance is measured in meters (m), representing the total distance required for the aircraft to take off.
- The Ground Roll Distance is also measured in meters (m), representing the distance traveled along the runway before lift-off.
- The Obstacle Clearance Distance is also measured in meters (m), representing the additional distance covered during the initial climb to clear any obstacles in the aircraft’s flight path.