Explained | What are tail strikes on aircrafts?
On June 11, an IndiGo aircraft reportedly suffered a tail strike on its arrival at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, following which the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) ordered a probe into the incident.
In this article, Deccan Herald explains what tail strikes are and how they occur.
A tail strike occurs when the tail of an airplane touches the runway during takeoff or landing. It’s a common occurrence, often caused by human error, although strong winds can make it more likely to happen. It is also most likely to occur when the aircraft takes on a “high attack angle” during either takeoff or a landing.
