To Belly land or cripple land
I vouch for the low pass fly by exam even if a cabin observer confirms an abnormality.The exterior inspection might have offered a view of any further abnormalities not observed from insider eyes.
Some companies(mine included) espoused the option of landing with any gear that is secured down even if one! I have not determined wheher the reason for that was to minimise fuselage damage as the plane would lose aerodynamic support at a later stage and lower speed before collapsing on the lame side... all views welcomed
A B727 with a faulty nosewheel was saved in the flare hollywood style by a truck that intercepted the landing and piggy backed the nose gear(effectively towing it and avoided a nose impact)..would a similar heroic stunt have been useful to shoulder the falling wing. With the failed MLG engine shut down before landing to minimise hazard for the rescue truck??..I wonder