: Pilots secure the cabin, brief passengers on the brace position, and shut down non-essential systems to minimize fire risks.
A belly landing—also known as a —is an emergency maneuver where an aircraft lands on its underside. This usually happens when the landing gear fails to extend or lock properly due to a mechanical malfunction. belly-land
: While some experts suggest grass can cause a plane to dig in and flip, many pilots aim for a smooth, hard runway surface to maintain better directional control. : Pilots secure the cabin, brief passengers on