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Video: Ukraine Passenger Plane Catches Fire After Landing in Egypt
The incident occurred at the airport of Sharm El-Sheikh city, with a passenger jet belonging to Ukraine carrier SkyUp Airlines, Egyptian aviation authorities said Saturday. (sputniknews.com) Más...
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See what happens when you ride the brakes?
Isnt the protocol to taxi around the airport to help cool the brakes if they are that hot??
There was a brake oil leak that started the fire. Crew was not aware of it but were alerted by the ground crew.
And what do you think the flash point of brake fluid is?
360F. https://www.fire.tc.faa.gov/pdf/tn90-19.pdf
Exactly, and what do you think the brake temperatures were when they arrived at the gate? That’s why you don’t ride the brakes ‘cause you can ignite fluids, melt a rim fuse plug and even set a tire on fire!
LOL
