The conditions on this particular day was less than favorable for a normal landing, not to mention an emergency one. Wind on the ground was 10-15 kts, but 30-40 kts at 1000-2000 ft. Not unusual, but it was a fairly bumpy ride when we landed just before BA 038.
30 seconds. So you expect the flight crew to inform ATC, make a PA, try to figure out what happened to the engines, how to rectify the problem and what to do next during this very limited time? You are all prepared for a dual engine failure at all times, are you? This crew did what was expected of them, saved everybody on board!
I really hope (and expect) that the entire crew of BA 038 get the proper psycological treatment after this unfortunate accident. God, I (think) I know how I would feel after planting my aircraft on the lawn 200 yards before the runway, no matter what caused it in the first place! The guilt!
To the entire crew of BA 038, I take my hat off to you all! Congratulations! Job well done!
