Glossary
Airport Infrastructure
Displaced Threshold
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Definition
A threshold not located at the beginning of the full-strength runway surface
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Displaced Threshold?
A threshold not located at the beginning of the full-strength runway surface
How does Displaced Threshold relate to other aviation concepts?
Displaced Threshold is closely related to Runway and Runway Threshold, among other key aviation concepts.
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