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Old 11th Aug 2023, 13:12
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Mr Albert Ross
 
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Originally Posted by Wickerbill
Engine failure on finals, couldn't make the runway. Only had limited time to decide where to put it. Aircraft professionally recovered by Air Salvage International - it had to be done fast as the accident had blocked the A40 arterial road.
At first I thought "Why land on a road??"

Then I looked at Giggle Maps. The road appeared to be his best bet (better than the houses and trees each side!). Wickerbill's explanation (above) puts it all into real context.

A quick decision that worked and everyone survived.. Well done!
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