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There might have been a multiple bird strike for example. but this is a very robust aircraft and even if one or two engines go out, then frankly, it is still, it can still fly. it can still glide. something has happened here because all contact has suddenly been lost. >> yeah. and you were saying even a lightning strike it isnt as much of a threat as say, icing or hail. couldnt hail cause the ray dome on the front of the aircraft cause the radar not to work and other systems? >> caller: thats in...

>> yes. yes. thats all weve heard is that they have an excellent safety record and the airline is highly regarded. but what about a situation with ice or hail? couldnt hail make the onboard radar inoperable? and then are the pilots flying blind if theyre surrounded by clouds and they dont have visuals on the storm? >> caller: yeah they would have to be a massive thing. the radar sensors are protected. theyre under the skin of the aircraft on the nose. unless the nose of the aircraft is so severe...