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Old 3rd Nov 2015, 21:44
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RatherBeFlying
 
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The apparent force applied to the tailplane would be consistent with the jackscrew or mounts letting go. But the fuselage would likely have to have still been attached to produce those forces, even though it would be quickly overstressed.

Perhaps that stress would be enough to detach the APU housing before the section [once] holding the tailplane parted with the rear fuselage.

The jackscrew and its connections could become a major focus.
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