Media Object File Flt Ops Land Seq08

This document discusses techniques for preventing tailstrikes during landing. Tailstrikes occur when the tail of the aircraft makes contact with the runway during landing and can cause significant damage. The document outlines factors that increase the risk of tailstrikes, such as flying too slow or high during the flare, having too high of a sink rate, or an unstabilized approach. It recommends flying a stabilized approach, avoiding excessive pitch attitudes, and not prolonging the flare or hold-off to achieve a smoother touchdown. Training programs aim to increase pilot awareness of tailstrike risks and proper landing techniques.