Challenger written off after wing-strike and excursion during London Stansted hard landing

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Source: Air Accidents Investigation Branch

UK investigators believe a Bombardier Challenger 604 crew’s approach to London Stansted was too slow for the crosswind conditions, causing it to land hard – nose-gear first – and strike the ground several times with its wing.

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