American Airlines 1420
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decreased lift by disrupting the flow of air over the wing. After touchdown, the spoilers increase the load on the landing gear tires, which is essential for maximizing braking and obtaining the shortest stopping distance. 22 FDR data also showedOpen official document at PDF page 21Runway Overrun During Landing: American Airlines Flight 1420, McDonnell Douglas MD-82, N215AA, Little Rock, Arkansas, June 1, 1999