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Old Dec 5, 2014 | 10:49 pm
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zeus2120
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Winter related question

I have a winter related question for pilots.

How are runways deiced to the point that it is safe to bring an object moving 150mph to a roll? I've read salt isn't used because of what it does to the concrete, so I was wondering how icy conditions are managed. Are any deicing agents used on runways? Are there special procedures that must be done when landing on slick conditions? A few days ago I was landing at CLE and was updated by the Captain that weather conditions consisted of freezing rain / ice mix. There was no snow so no deicing was being done. Is there ever any worry that when you touch down and try to slow that you'll hit black ice and slide somewhere? Any information on this would be greatly appreciated!
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