11 - Tail Strike versus Tail Scrape - Aviation English Beyond The Checklist
Aviation English by Revise Before Flight - En podkast av Emilia Barska - Søndager
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In this episode, we explore the subtle but operationally critical distinction between tail scrape and tail strike, inspired by a real-world Boeing 737-800 departure from Milwaukee.You’ll learn:✈️ how aviation English reflects severity and operational consequences✈️ why tail strike appears in safety reports, MEL considerations, and official documentation✈️ how terms like incur, tail skid system, and skid shoe elevate your ICAO Level 5–6 precisionThis episode goes beyond vocabulary lists and checklists. It’s about choosing words that match reality, responsibility, and risk — exactly what ICAO examiners listen for.Because in aviation, one word can turn an event into an accident.
