Quote Originally Posted by Ruiner
If you are so sure, then take a bet with me.

I will say this: you are wrong.

It IS NOT like your car on a dyno. In a car, the power goes to the wheels. In a plane, it "pushes" through the air. BIG difference.

The plane, no matter how fast the treadmill is spinning, will push forward, THROUGH the air, and down the treadmill (that is as long as a runway). During that time, the plane will pick up speed and finally reach take off velocity.

If you don't believe me, bet me. It's VERY simple.
i do believe you, IF you can concur that in order for the plane to actually move forward on the treadmill and take off, it's wheels will have to spin at a faster speed than the treadmill. because although i agree there is no power going directly to the wheels (therefore making it different than a car, or a person running), the plane is still "grounded" via the wheels, and needs the wheels in order for traction and to pick up speed with.