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Why Are Some Airport Runways Concrete While Others Are Asphalt?

If you've ever looked out over an airport, you might have noticed runways aren't all the same. But what are the reasons behind differing surfaces?

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JalopnikLean L·4h ago
Why Are Some Airport Runways Concrete While Others Are Asphalt?
If you've ever looked out over an airport, you might have noticed runways aren't all the same. But what are the reasons behind differing surfaces?
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