Flydubai Plane Recovers From Rapid Descent After Tail Damage
Translated & summarized from Haaretz by baba
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- A Flydubai plane descended rapidly from 34,000 to 19,000 feet.
- The rapid descent was caused by partial rudder tearing and tail damage.
- Pilots engaged in a physical struggle during the incident.
- The aircraft recovered and landed safely.
- Experts expressed astonishment at the crew's actions.
A Flydubai aircraft experienced a rapid and sharp descent from its cruising altitude of 34,000 feet to 19,000 feet, a drop that lasted at least a minute. The incident occurred during a routine flight, while a physical struggle took place between the pilots. Despite the severe dive, the plane managed to recover and land safely. Experts remain astonished by the crew's actions and the aircraft's recovery. The chairman of the Pilots Association explained that the high speed during the descent caused partial tearing of the rudder, which also put stress on the tail, leading to its breakage. The incident occurred over 24 hours ago, and the quick thinking of Israelis and the Indian pilot were credited with averting disaster.
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