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Old 10th Nov 2008, 19:53
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There seems to be general assumption expressed here - amongst so much other complete BS and a little interesting information - that the left main gear has been punched up through the wing. So far the only source of this damage report seems to be the one photo from 3/4 front showing 'something' unusual on top of the port wing. Looking at that 'something' isn't it perhaps simply a deflated escape ramp from the open overwing exit there rather than top wing skin panelling burst open from below?

Speculation - I suppose - is unavoidable, but verdicts on good performance - moderate performance - all-round balls-up are plainly premature until hard facts are shared.

PS - I am not a pilot...but have been. Amongst other things I am a forensic investigator/researcher. And I am very aware of the pointlessness of jumping to conclusions...and the dangers (see Gulf War 2...)
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