Some flying moments are memorable for the wrong reasons, and it’s fair to say everyone aboard an Air Canada flight landing at Toronto’s Pearson Airport from Tokyo on Monday was left with a lasting impression of their arrival. The Boeing 777 was landing in a stiff crosswind (17 G 26) and might have encountered wind shear as the windward wing suddenly dipped sharply, planting the right main gear firmly on the runway. The plane then rocked left as the crew wrestled it down to a safe runout.
Rocky Landing
Key Takeaways:
- An Air Canada Boeing 777 experienced a challenging landing at Toronto Pearson Airport due to a stiff crosswind and possible wind shear.
- During the approach, the windward wing suddenly dipped, causing the right main landing gear to make initial contact with the runway.
- Despite the dramatic rocking, the flight crew successfully wrestled the aircraft down for a safe runout, leaving passengers with a memorable impression.
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