| The problem that I see with your gravel trap idea, Toots, is that when the wheels hit it, they're supposed to sink, miring the wheel, increasing friction, and slowing the plane down, no? Unfortunately, landing gear, while sturdy when it comes to cushioning a vertical component of force, don't do so well when a sudden horizontal force is applied. They'd mostly likely shear, increasing the chance of explosion.
And yes, the media these days is just absolutely ridiculous.
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