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Originally Posted by John Z  Well, if this treadmill were not only very large, but also able to create 500 mph airflow above the treadmill, then sure. Otherwise, it provides no lift, which is what makes an airplane fly. Making the ground move below an aircraft's tires has absolutely no effect on flight. |
At 500 miles an hour most likely the bearings in the wheels would burn and seize and the plane would be launched backwards off of the treadmill like a bullet and a cool crash would ensue.