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Originally Posted by Airdale  Here's a question. I'm being an honest, junior FO here.
Hit by lightning on departure. Would you return to land or continue?
While you really don't need the radar, I would be a bit worried about what else got damaged. Is there an electrical fire waiting to happen? Are the instruments affected at all? Personally, I think I would return to the airport and at least have a mechanic come inspect the aircraft. Might be silly, but getting hit by lightning could have damaged more than just a radar.
Again, this is a serious question for you Captains. I'm just an FO with less than 2000 hours of experience.
Back to the popcorn.....  |
Generally it's nothing to worry about, but it's a case by case basis. If you're hit by lightning on departure and you've got a bad feeling in your gut, by all means return! Alot of times, however, you won't even know you were hit by lightning and will discover evidence on your post flight. Always have a good look at the tips of the wings and stab and nose.