04-22-2009, 10:09 AM
"What the wing...watch the wing!" lol...after all of that, that would be the last thing I would be vocally concerned about"
Job #1: Get the aircraft down safely
Job #2: Avoid further damage to aircraft. Even a light "bump" can result in $10,000.+ damage. Pilot was landing "off airport". Extra care needed because hazards are present that would not be present at an airport. Fuel is typically carried in the wings. Damage to wings could result in fuel leak and fire.
Job #1: Get the aircraft down safely
Job #2: Avoid further damage to aircraft. Even a light "bump" can result in $10,000.+ damage. Pilot was landing "off airport". Extra care needed because hazards are present that would not be present at an airport. Fuel is typically carried in the wings. Damage to wings could result in fuel leak and fire.