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Old 30th Dec 2003, 21:12
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Plane Speaker
 
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I seem to recall that the 146 sits tail down in water (evidence mathematically modelled for Certification) and rolls to one side. Thus the forward doors are well above the water line and one of the rear doors has its threshold below. The seals around the submerged door should prevent significant water ingress, whilst the other rear door can also be opened to aid evacuation.
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