What is the maximum allowable runway slope for the SkyWest CRJ 200?

The maximum allowable runway slope for the SkyWest CRJ 200 is +/-2%. This limitation is crucial for ensuring safe takeoff and landing operations. A runway that is sloped beyond this percentage can significantly affect aircraft performance, including reducing takeoff distance and impacting landing roll-out distance due to altered acceleration and deceleration characteristics on inclines.

Operating on a runway with a slope exceeding +/-2% can lead to compromised control during takeoff and landing phases, increasing the risk of engine performance issues or difficulty in managing aircraft speed and altitude. Thus, adherence to this limitation helps pilots make informed decisions regarding runway selection and ensures operational safety.

While slopes of +/-1% or lower are permissible and create minimal impact on aircraft performance, slopes closer to the upper limit of +/-2% are critical thresholds that require careful consideration by flight crews to maintain safety standards. Slope limits above this range, such as +/-3% or +/-4%, would introduce significant risk, potentially leading to accidents or incidents.