Metro at Rotterdam
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Metro at Rotterdam
Swearingen Metro PHDYM of Dynamic Airlines abandoned take-off this morning and went off the runway. All 17 pax + 3 crew on board reported uninjured however the airfield was closed for some time.
The twin was on a charter flight to Birmingham
The twin was on a charter flight to Birmingham
Last edited by Lon More; 19th September 2005 at 21:59.
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From: is a point of view
I heard... (so don't shoot the messenger) that they had nosegear steering failure there fore excursion off the runway.
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That's quite a big drop though for a metro? do they normaly not have Slides
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That's quite a big drop though for a metro? do they normaly not have Slides
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From: vancouver oldebloke
The veering off the runway is a result of nosewheel steering problems inherrent with this aircraft..At one time one had to disconnect the powered steering once aligned for takeoff...
In the event pf a full failure one was supposed to be able to'Castor' the nose wheel with judicious throttle and brake..
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In the event pf a full failure one was supposed to be able to'Castor' the nose wheel with judicious throttle and brake..
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From: Midlands,UK
No slides fitted to the Metro. However if it was steering failure was there a fault with the steering system which gives greater authority to the nose wheel? There by resulting in an increased angle of turn that the nose wheel can rotate through. Normaly initiated throught the deprestion of a seperate button.
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Past Merlin/Metro loss of directional control on the takeoff roll incidents/accidents have been found to be caused by electrical problems with the nose wheel steering system. At least one accident was caused by starting the takeoff with one prop on the start locks. Rudder pressure held it straight until the steer lock button was released, then off to the side they went. By the time the captain recognized the urgency and rejected the takeoff by retarding the throttles and applying the brakes, it was too late to avoid leaving the runway. Apparently it happens very quickly. Until the investigators have interviewed the crew and examined the systems affecting directional control, the nature of the sequence of events leading to this accident will remain unknown, even to them. Once sufficient facts have been gathered, the sequence can be established. Too bad we have to wait so long before the facts become public. The urge to speculate is very strong. As yet, there is nothing for us to go on except past occurances. I am anxious to see some more facts about this case so that the speculation may at least become better informed speculation! Thankfully, it appears no serious injury was inflicted upon the occupants. If anyone sees any statements from investigators released, I trust they will post them here.
Best,
Westhawk
Best,
Westhawk
