Something amazing to tell you concerning physics and motion

[Frosty]

Originally Posted by MagicHef

Due to the structure of the question, it is impossible for the plane to move horizontally.

Only because the force can't be transferred to the ground because of the spinning treadmill?

[MagicHef]

Originally Posted by arc

Only because the force can't be transferred to the ground because of the spinning treadmill?

No. The treadmill matching the speed of the wheels ensures that the wheel hubs will not move in relation to the ground. Unless the landing gear breaks, this means that the plane will not move in relation to the ground.