The problem with diverting from Halifax is that Gander is probably the
closest runway that can take a 320, it's kinda sparse out that way
airport wise (and population wise). Maybe PEI, maybe not, and
probably the weather wasn't any better anywhere else.
As noted in my previous post, a sharp downdraft or microburst happens
too fast for the autopilot to "fix", and if the autoland system can't
do it, it would be pure luck that a slower to respond human pilot
would do any better.
On the subject of downdrafts and sudden loss of airspeed, some hoser
killed himself over in Souther Illinois this weekend flying his new
ultra-light in blustery weather. Must not have read the instructions
that clearly state "fly only in still air". Flying an ultralight that
goes maybe 25 mph in wind gusts up to 30 is suicidal.
Peter
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