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Old 26th Jul 2013, 14:45
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Coagie
 
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Experienced a similar landing, though with less dramatic results, in San Diego many years ago in a DC-9. PF floated it, then dipped the nose to get it onto the short runway, which we then hit somewhat hard. As we taxied off the runway, the CC announced, "Now that we have successfully attacked Lindbergh Field, please enjoy your stay in San Diego."
As we've seen, in the case of the Southwest 737 KLGA nose gear incident, and the Asiana 777 SFO incident, modern aircraft are pretty tough, but I think, testing their limits, should be kept to the testing phases of the development, certification, and subsequent changes to the aircraft in question, and not done while laden with passengers!
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