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By: jbottero
The cable is not normally in the "up" position, in rubber blocks about 6 inches above ground where the tail hook can grab it. Unless there was a situation that required it, it would be in the "down" position, below ground where the aircraft could simply roll over it. The tower and the Fire Department have the ability to extend the cable into the "up" position when needed.
