I plane spot at BDL (Hartford, CT) frequently.
I have noticed that a couple of United flights have left the gear down for a really long time after takeoff. They make the first turn and are clearly at least a mile from the runway and the gear is still down.
It really sticks in my mind because it is the only time I have ever seen a jet leave the wheels down for so long.
Is there an operational reason for this?
I have noticed that a couple of United flights have left the gear down for a really long time after takeoff. They make the first turn and are clearly at least a mile from the runway and the gear is still down.
It really sticks in my mind because it is the only time I have ever seen a jet leave the wheels down for so long.
Is there an operational reason for this?