Post by larryc1 on Jan 24, 2022 22:07:32 GMT
Three RAF stations (Manston, Woodbridge and Carnaby) constructed extra long runways for damaged bombing aircraft returning from operations. These were typically 2700 meters in length (9000 feet) with run-off areas at either end of 460 meters (1500 feet), giving a total length of 3620 meters (12000 feet). Modern views of Manston and Woodbridge still show the original layout: Carnaby does to some degree but the runway has been transformed into an industrial park!
(Set time slider to 1945).
Extra Long Emergency Runways England WW2.kmz (1.38 KB)
(Set time slider to 1945).
Extra Long Emergency Runways England WW2.kmz (1.38 KB)