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After a smooth ascent and 25 minutes of flying, the tranquility shattered when the master caution system illuminated. A fault message indicated a failure in the nose wheel steering system, creating an immediate concern for the pilots. The captain quickly consulted the aircraft’s technical logs and manuals, realizing this wasn’t a new issue; however, no immediate protocols existed to address it.
Given the proximity to Seville and the adequacy of the airport in case an emergency landing was required, the captain opted to proceed while implementing measures to manage the fault. The third pilot, with valuable experience, took over monitoring responsibilities to free the captain to focus on the issue, showcasing effective crew resource management.