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Old 07-08-2013, 12:42 AM
Mike D Mike D is offline
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Originally Posted by spdrun View Post
What is the purpose of the long pier or jetty sticking out from the end of the runway?

KLM Boeing B747-400 Landing San Francisco Cockpit view - YouTube
Guide slope indicator. Inoperative since sometime in early June.
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