Originally Posted by
Lux Flyer
Where does it say anywhere that the tailstrike was missed on a walk around?
Define substantial. I can have substantial damage to my car in a car accident, yet it still maintains structural integrity and is drivable. My home can (unfortunately) take substantial damage in a storm but still be safe to live in. The NTSB report is issued because of a tail strike occurring.
NTSB cited 'Substantial damage' not me. That is a legal term.
From 49 CFR 830.2 “Substantial damage” means damage or failure which adversely affects the structural strength, performance, or flight characteristics of the aircraft, and which would normally require major repair or replacement of the affected component.
Originally Posted by
clubord
I just find it hard to believe that the “substantial damage” wasn’t caught on multiple walks arounds by pilots, ramp, and maintenance personnel.
Curious to find out the real story here.
ofc,
the data seems to show 7 flights were completed after the aircraft accident before it was pulled out of service in DFW, 2 flights cnx then ferried back to IAH. It has not been in service since it appears.
How does a flight which was damaged at 5:27 pm on landing on 3/23 as stated in the NTSB accident report continue to be operated for 7 more sectors?
