Could be wind shear - had the privilege to see a 744 go around at PH due to what the pilots thought was excessive wind shear. They were considering a divert to Pearce but they basically have the same runways as PH.
Even had the Channel 7 'chopper buzzing around for the rest of the day hoping for some carnage! ATC wasn't impressed.
M1TCH
The question was benign and I was no way having a go at Qantas, the aircraft or crew. Was just interested.
Working in the industry I know that go around operations are common and are achieved safely and in accordance with set procedures. Furthermore having flown as a private pilot for 10 years I have conducted several go arounds myself without incident.
If you want to mouth off in person, please feel free to call me:
Sean Donaldson
Business Development Manager
National Jet Systems
(08) 9479 9700
What a way to stick it!
