Beaches and airplanes go together like a salad and a toss, especially for emergency landings. But there have been fatalities when pilots land without seeing people walking or wading. In this AVweb video, Paul Bertorelli examines the risks and offers tips on landing on a beach or ditching offshore, if that’s the better option.
Emergency Landings: Beach Or Breakers?
Key Takeaways:
- Emergency landings on beaches pose significant risks, including potential fatalities from striking unseen people on the ground or in the water.
- This AVweb video examines these dangers and offers crucial tips for pilots considering an emergency landing on a beach or opting to ditch offshore.
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