TP 13579 PROCEEDINGS of the 2nd International Meeting ... - UQAC

IMAPCR ’99
8. The program costs were reviewed. They include contributions in kind, e.g., aircraft testing,
facilities, and analysis. Contributors include NASA, TC, NRC, the FAA, DND, Norwegian
CAA, French DGAC, and Bombardier Aerospace. Other funding sources for research are
always needed, as the costs of running the program are too great for any one organization to
cover.
9. The program is managed by a steering committee, with rotating chairmanship, drawn from
six sponsoring organizations. Industry and governments participate in program
implementation and are assisted by individual project technical committees.
10. In terms of results, the program has generated over 20 published reports, with an additional
20 upcoming publications.
11. Future requirements include testing on wide-bodied aircraft, harmonization of testing
methodologies, and the development of a common friction index.
Review of Agenda and Objectives
12. John Maxwell, Director of Aerodrome Safety, stated that the overall objective of
IMAPCR ’99 was to improve the understanding and application of measured runway friction
values and related aircraft performance, thereby advancing safe operation of aircraft at
aerodromes.
13. He outlined five specific objectives for the meeting:
• review results of the JWRFMP tests to date;
• review the International Runway Friction Index (IRFI);
• review IRFI validation method and sensitivity analysis;
• discuss merits of establishing uniform winter friction measurements and develop the
concept of a common friction reporting number (IRFI);
• obtain support and advice from the international aviation community, including civil
aviation authorities, for the winter test program.
14. Mr. Maxwell pointed out that the Canadian results have shown real progress; however, the
key challenges still relate to the incompatibility of friction measurement devices and how to
provide accurate information to pilots for effective braking performance. He invited
feedback on what remains to be done, as wet and icy conditions have been shown to be the
foremost cause of landing accidents.
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