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As the altitude decreased dangerously close to the ground, confusion turned to panic. The captain, still high and fast, decided to execute a go-around—intended to provide a second chance at landing. However, the lack of a completed landing checklist meant that the autopilot was not set correctly, leading to a rapid climb that jeopardized the aircraft's stability.
The Near-Disaster
What transpired next was alarming. In a frantic attempt to stabilize the aircraft during the go-around, the captain inadvertently pushed the nose downward, a critical misjudgment that sent the aircraft into a frightening dive. Passengers were flung upward in their seats as the aircraft accelerated dangerously, plummeting toward the ground.