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Originally Posted by chesapeake
I've really enjoyed reading about your career. Thanks for doing this!
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Thanks for the feedback, chesapeake. I've been happy to have the participation in the thread too.
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Originally Posted by CraigSca
I didn't realize that colder weather was actually better for an airplane's lift. Interesting that it makes THAT much of a difference (referring to your line about a 737's ability to take off in the summer at Jackson Hole).
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It makes a huge difference, especially at high altitude airports with shorter runways like Jackson Hole. The amount of extra runway required for the higher temps with the 737 is just not available. Even in Denver in the summer, you'll see many 737's with weight restrictions and that airport is nearly 3,000 ft lower and the runways are twice as long.