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Mark Lacagnina
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Senior Editor, AeroSafety World
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By Mark Lacagnina Verified| Flight Safety Foundation@ Weather conditions at Bukoba (Tanzania) Airport were much worse than the flight crew of the ATR 42-500 expected. After attempting a visual approach, they decided to hold near the airport until the conditions improved. Although the weather did not improve during a brief delay, the pilot-in-command (PIC) elected to try another visual approach.
By Mark Lacagnina Verified| Flight Safety Foundation@ The flaps were still not set for landing when the Learjet 45XR crossed the runway threshold more than 50 kt faster than the appropriate landing reference speed (Vref) and then touched down about midfield. The airplane was substantially damaged when it ran off the end of the wet runway. Both pilots sustained minor injuries, but none of the six people in the airplane was hurt.
By Mark Lacagnina Verified| Flight Safety Foundation@ Weather conditions at Bukoba (Tanzania) Airport were much worse than the flight crew of the ATR 42-500 expected. After attempting a visual approach, they decided to hold near the airport until the conditions improved. Although the weather did not improve during a brief delay, the pilot-in-command (PIC) elected to try another visual approach.
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AeroSafety World
The Flight Safety Foundation (FSF) is a non-profit organization focused on enhancing aviation safety worldwide. Established in 1945 and based in Alexandria, Virginia, FSF is recognized as a leading authority in aviation safety research, education, advocacy, and communications. Its mission is to connect, influence, and lead global aviation safety by developing standards, providing technical assistance, and promoting best practices. FSF offers various services and products to improve aviation safety, including the Approach and Landing Accident Reduction (ALAR) Toolkit, the Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) Program, and the Aviation Safety Network (ASN), which provides authoritative information on airline accidents. The foundation also publishes AeroSafety World, a journal that covers safety issues and news. With a membership of over 1,000 from more than 100 countries, FSF engages with airlines, manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and other aviation organizations. It hosts events like the International Air Safety Summit (IASS) to facilitate discussions on safety challenges and solutions. Dr. Hassan Shahidi serves as the President & CEO, leading the foundation's efforts in promoting aviation safety globally.
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