Even after many years safely operating general aviation aircraft, their ability to simultaneously frighten and educate never ceases to amaze me. One example came on an otherwise benign summer weekend afternoon. I had checked out one of the military flying clubs Piper Arrow 288
Bird Strike!
Even after many years safely operating general aviation aircraft, their ability to simultaneously frighten and educate never ceases to amaze me. One example came on an otherwise benign summer weekend afternoon. I had checked out one of the military flying clubs Piper Arrow IIs for a local flight. I had a trip coming up in another couple of weeks and wanted to make sure everything I remembered about the airplane was, in fact, correct.
Key Takeaways:
- An experienced general aviation pilot encountered a bird strike on final approach but calmly assessed the situation without making sudden maneuvers.
- The pilot proceeded with a normal landing, and a post-flight inspection revealed only a minor feather lodged in the wing, indicating no significant damage.
- The article emphasizes the importance of avoiding overreaction to suspected aircraft problems, especially during critical phases like landing, and instead maintaining control while calmly assessing the situation.
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