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The Precision of the Walkaround: Part 6 Ever wondered how we know exactly how many feet are between the wheels and the runway during a landing? It’s not just a guess—it’s all in the Radio Altimeter. In this part of our inspection, we’re heading to the back of the bird. Checking the Radio Altimeter antennas and the Tail Plane (Horizontal Stabilizer) isn’t just a routine—it’s a safety mandate. If these antennas aren’t clean and clear, the “Retard! Retard!” callout might not be as accurate as we need it to be. Watch till the end to see what we look for on the Stabilizer! Comment below: 1. Did you know the Radio Altimeter only works at low altitudes? 2. What part of the aircraft should I cover in Part 7? . . #aviationdaily #a320 #pilotlife #flightsafety #avgeek . . [ aviation daily , walk around , Airbus , a320, radio altimeter , tail plane , rudder , elevator , stabiliser , pilot life , airplane , aviation lovers , perspective , flight safety , flight , plane ]

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