When I saw the news report late last night on the BBC and they mentioned 'the gear' and Continental Express I immediately thought it was a 145, then went to bed as I wasn't too concerned. I wouldn't say it's a common problem with 145 wheels but it certainly is an issue that is connected with the type. I can recall several incidents of tyre blow-outs on takeoff, VRN and JER to name some - and the one that was more serious than most was in OSL where there was damage to flaps and engine fan blades and full emergency declared. Have to say that I believe there are certain extra checks in place in response to the various events.
Last edited by Dash-7 lover; 3rd May 2006 at 19:38.