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Old 27th September 2004 | 18:40
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Flightmech
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FedEX MD-11 Tailstrike MEM

Just seen pictures of a FedEx MD-11 which suffered a tailstrike on landing RWY09 MEM 09/19/04. Apparently during a practice Cat3B approach. Skin worn all the way through to the aft bulk, numerous access doors/panels reduced in thickness, including tailcone hinges and a VHF antenna shorter than it should be. Can't post any piccies at this time due on a VPN.
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