Originally Posted by
Kulverstukas
Mauersegler just down the holes for center lugs circular bendings are clearly seen. Teared our "ears" are lower. I see it like this (thanks for picture) ....
Any speculation at failure or interference with the HS/VS falls at the first hurdle.
It is clear from the tail cone that it detached prior to the HS as there is no impact damage to its' vertical edges.
The HS pivot assembly is situated approximately equi-distant from the lower and upper attachment lugs of the tail cone.
Those lugs were ripped out by the force that detached the tail cone.
If that force was due to impact by the HS and/or pivot assembly, it is inconceivable that the frame would not be totally distorted.