Quote:
Originally Posted by Deschodt
Admittedly I have not flown as sole pilot in >20y and I've never been an airline pilot (just small prop jobs)...
2 Q:
- Doesn't it seem to anyone else he didn't de-crab enough just before touch down, and put a hell of a lot of strain on the main gear ? I cringed when watching that snap change of direction upon touchdown.
- It looks awesome, makes for great media stuff, but.... isn't that their job? We tend to make everyone heroes these days in the media... I'd expect any certified airline pilot to have those skills. If I'm wrong about that, I need to rethink who I fly with....
Maybe it's just me asking for too much... Cool video - no argument.
|
I'm no pilot but I think I see that the plane is still supported by air at that precise moment. I think she turned it just in time. But what do I know? Only the pilot can tell you.
Edit: I watched it over and over full screen and flaps up at :23 right at touch down. So you're correct!