forced landing

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an emergency landing made by an aircraft due to a technical problem

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  • The pilot executed a forced landing after an engine failure over the desert.
  • The pilot had to perform a forced landing in the desert.
  • Due to a rapid loss of oil pressure, the crew performed a forced landing on a nearby airstrip.
  • A sudden engine failure led to a forced landing on a highway.
  • A forced landing was carried out on a highway when the fuel pump failed.
  • The small plane made an unexpected forced landing in a field.
  • The training flight ended with a forced landing in a cornfield, but no one was hurt.
  • Due to severe weather, a forced landing was unavoidable.
  • If both engines flame out, the captain may have to attempt a forced landing on water.
  • The crew prepared for a forced landing after losing power.
  • They reported that a forced landing had been necessary because of a jammed landing gear.
  • Miraculously, everyone survived the forced landing without serious injury.
  • Can a helicopter make a forced landing safely after a tail rotor malfunction?
  • News reports confirmed the forced landing of the passenger jet.
  • The glider made a forced landing in a meadow when the thermal lift disappeared.
  • Safety procedures are crucial during a forced landing situation.
  • We were relieved when the airliner diverted and made a forced landing without incident.
  • They practiced emergency drills, including a simulated forced landing.
  • In severe icing, even experienced pilots may have to execute a forced landing far from an airport.
  • The investigation revealed the cause of the forced landing.