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0 pointst0mas883y ago0 comments

You don't need cameras for that, they wouldn't work in lower visibility. Typically ground radar is used for this at large airports.

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If the visibility is that low, wouldn't the airport be shut down?

Cameras are far cheaper than radar.

t0mas88OP3y ago

Not at all. Minimum visibility for takeoff is often 600ft and can be lower than that.

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0 pointst0mas883y ago0 comments

You don't need cameras for that, they wouldn't work in lower visibility. Typically ground radar is used for this at large airports.

If the visibility is that low, wouldn't the airport be shut down?

Cameras are far cheaper than radar.

t0mas88OP3y ago

Not at all. Minimum visibility for takeoff is often 600ft and can be lower than that.

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