Performance & runway
Hydroplaning speed
Dynamic hydroplaning speed from tyre pressure.
- Hydroplaning speed
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How it works
Dynamic hydroplaning speed ≈ 9 × √(tyre pressure) kt for a rotating tyre. Onset also depends on water depth, tyre wear and surface texture.
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