Pilot/Controller Glossary
FRICTION MEASUREMENT
This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.
A measurement of the friction characteristics of the runway pavement surface using continuous self‐watering friction measurement equipment in accordance with the specifications, procedures and schedules contained in AC 150/5320-12, Measurement, Construction, and Maintenance of Skid Resistant Airport Pavement Surfaces.
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