[zipper]

I agree-- the nosewheel wasn't exactly on centerline-- it wasn't paint on fire at all. It was sparks from metal on concrete, sparks that appeared to flare up and then subside, probably in time with the weight of the aircraft shifting up and down on the nosewheel assembly as the aircraft slowed.

Notice he used most of the runway that was about 10,000 feet long-- I don't think he used any brakes, since the weight would have shifted forward onto the nosewheel, causing the gear to dig in and making it more likely for the nose gear to collapse.

He did an outstanding job, all considered.

[HighWheeler]

check the video in post #6 on this thread.