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Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 04 Mar 2011, 18:39
by Garry Russell
Another excuse for a good media hype

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-12652307

Re: Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 04 Mar 2011, 18:55
by Felixx62
Just lucky the Dash 8 still had another wheel left to land on... Dont think this even got a mention on the news.. *-)

Re: Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 04 Mar 2011, 19:07
by Garry Russell
That is the reason the F50 sported a twin nosewheel...the F-27 had no fall back if something happened to the single unit. :worried:

Re: Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 04 Mar 2011, 23:42
by VEGAS
A serious incident no doubt but imagine losing an engine like those poor folks on that Qantas A380. :-O

Thats when I'd really need a new nappy. *-)

Re: Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 05 Mar 2011, 00:14
by Garry Russell
In a way Eddie *-) , but the design allows for the remaining wheel to take the load. :worried:

Re: Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 05 Mar 2011, 01:04
by VEGAS
Indeed it does Garry. But having worked in an airport environment. This would qualify for the full circus turnout. (Fire/Police/Ambulance/Media)

Everyone on the airstrip would be prepared and ready for the the emergency arrival.

We all know that its only a precaution but the drills remain in place.

Which is good to see. :)

Re: Wheel Still Be Able to Land Safely

Posted: 05 Mar 2011, 07:06
by Garry Russell
Indeed eddie...all the stops pulled out :)

I was thinking more of the line the media takes :lol: