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As Flight 930 began its approach into Kayan, the combination of bright runway lights and a slight hill created a misleading impression that the aircraft was higher than it truly was. The lack of automatic ILS tuning on the captain’s side further compounded the problem, leading to miscommunication.
The Perilous Landing Attempt
Instead of stabilizing the plane on the glide slope, the captain instructed descent changes that weren’t necessary. At a crucial moment before touchdown, he took control from the first officer. This unexpected maneuver came when the aircraft was on the proper trajectory and led to a reaction from both pilots that escalated the situation further—a missed call for go-around procedures amidst urgent and misleading signals.
Consequences of Mistakes