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In the final stages of approach, the pilots grappled with numerous challenges. Conflicting checklists highlighted best practices for different emergencies, leading to potential confusion. The decision to disable auto brakes and manage the landing manually was taken to ensure greater control over the situation.
As the aircraft approached the runway, the urgency was palpable. Each command carried the weight of lives on board, and at the moment of touchdown, the pilots executed maneuvers to keep the nose elevated and engaged maximum reverse thrust cautiously yet effectively. The first major test of their decisions culminated in a successful landing—a moment fraught with tension and uncertainty.