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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 showed
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American Airlines 1420

Printed page 81. PDF page 95.

gear is firmly on runway, apply sufficient down elevator after nose gear contact to increase weight on the nosewheel for improved steering effectiveness. (An excessive amount of down elevator will unload the main gear and reduce braking efficiency.) Volume II,
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American Airlines 1420

Printed page 127. PDF page 141.

criteria. In this case, the flight crew's earlier decision to accept a short approach increased the crew's already high workload by compressing the amount of time that was available to accomplish required tasks. In fact, the first officer highlighted this
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American Airlines 1420

Printed page 168. PDF page 182.

engine pressure ratio, except when directional control can be sacrificed for a marginal increase in deceleration. 15. Automatic brake systems reduce pilot workload during landings in wet, slippery, or high crosswind conditions. 16. The lack of spoiler deployment was the
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