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Old 11th Feb 2013, 21:44
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If the 737 can do it below 10ft RA,

On the B732 version I flew there was a squat switch on the nose gear to prevent this. I don't know if it was a company option or standard. It seemed a good idea, because on bucket reversers ground contact as the a/c reared onto its haunches was a real threat; there-after the tail. I suspect the same tail strike hazard is alive & well on later versions with by-pass engines. And why would you want to anyway? if you're floating, and depending on the length of hard pan left in front of you, then either drop a wing to contact one wheel or scare yourself and squeeze the speed brake open a touch. Ultimately go-around. Still possible with the last 2 options but not after TR's have been activated.
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