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Old 22nd Jul 2014, 02:26
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But what actually causes the entire tail to separate at altitude? Is it from aerodynamic forces when/if the plane changes orientation with respect to the 500 plus mph slipstream.
PA103 broke the tail off due to aerodynamic forces following the loss of the nose.

These forces were in a pitch down mode and also acted on the engine fans as well

Somewhat academic if the DFDR doesn't show anything.
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