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Planes are 'walked on leash' before takeoff for vital safety reason

Planes are 'walked on leash' before takeoff for vital safety reason

Before a plane takes off, you might spot a member of airport staff walking alongside the aircraft holding a 'leash' - here's what they're really doing.

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