Re: Is Shuttle "slipped" into crosswinds?

On Sun, 02 Sep 2007 08:57:58 -0700, tdadamemd-spamblock-@xxxxxxxxxx
wrote: Say that the shuttle then lands long, rolls
off the end of the runway, snaps the nose gear, blows the FWD RCS
tanks and the crew dies.

Improbable, sure. But possible. We here have the opportunity,
however small, to potentially help improve the training of shuttle
pilots. Or we can sit back in silence, let it slide so as not to
embarrass anyone and hope that this is not the mistake that proves
fatal.


~ CT
Point - set - match. You win.
Prior to reading this post I didn't get your drift. But I, with my
very limited piloting experience, and zero engineering training
experience was not aware of the third rudder energy management
scenearo.
I agree that if Danny was teaching people how to fly the machine
without this knowledge... well I just don't know what to say.
I appreciate your explanation, and your patience with my ignorance.
I apologize for any inappropriate comments.
Just one point, if I may, wouldn't they dump the RCS prop prior to
landing?
Thanks again. I guess I should go back to lurk mode and let people who
know what they are talking about have the floor.
Jim in Houston.

Contrary to popular opinion RN does not mean Real Nerd!
Teddy Roosevelt's mother said: "Fill what is empty,
empty what is full, and scratch where it itches"

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