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Old 31st May 2004, 20:23
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Larry in TN
 
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Touchdown of the RH main (MEM) was estimated to occur in the area of 14.5 fps (870 FPM). And in a crab.
Certification requires the aircraft withstand touchdowns up to 600fpm at max landing weight (360fpm at max takeoff weight) so, if that estimate is correct, the touchdown was in excess of certification limits.
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