Comair CRJ Diverts b/c of Cracked Windshield
09-21-2009, 08:03 AM
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It depends on which pane delaminated. If it was the inner, you need to get on the ground as soon as possible b/c the structural integrity comes from that layer.
The other layers would be at the PIC's discretion on continuing the flight. I hear it sounds like a gunshot when they go....
The other layers would be at the PIC's discretion on continuing the flight. I hear it sounds like a gunshot when they go....
I've never seen a Capt. get his seat position that low, and seat belt so tight as I did with that guy
09-21-2009, 05:04 PM
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That's because the new windshield goes in the left side for xx hours, it is then removed and reinstalled in the right side while a new one goes in the left. 
side...
(Kidding)
side...(Kidding)
09-21-2009, 05:15 PM
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"The accident happened when the aircraft was climbing through 17,300 feet on departure from Birmingham International Airport en route for Malaga, Spain. The left windscreen, which had been replaced prior to the flight, was blown out under effects of the cabin pressure when it overcame the retention of the securing bolts,84 of which, out of a total of 90, were of smaller than specified diameter. The commander was sucked halfway out of the windscreen aperture and was restrained by cabin crew whilst the co-pilot flew the aircraft to a safe landing at Southampton Airport."
09-21-2009, 06:45 PM
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I actually listened to the situation on delta radio. From what it sounded like it seemed pretty bad. I might note that "if" a crack formed associated with window anti ice, that would imply that you can't go into icing conditions. The southeast has had every sort of weather the last couple of days and I'm sure that played into their decision.
09-21-2009, 10:59 PM
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09-22-2009, 03:18 AM
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09-22-2009, 01:51 PM
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Do you really think they'd have the fuel to fly 1/2 the flight at 13K or below........and stay legal?
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