They can with some limitations. If your jet has a lot of down thrust, do not do an engine run-up on it. It is best also not to use any smoke on take-off, especially with any jet with down thrust. Do not manuever your jet on the Petromat by pushing down on the tail. if your jet becomes disabled on the Petromat, shut the engine down right away especially if you have down thrust or the exhaust is lowered because of a gear failure, etc.

A side benefit of Petromat for jets is that there is less tire wear and landing distance is reduced as the rolling resistance is higher.

George