Originally Posted by
DENpilot
Oh I agree this could be repaired, but this is a 15 year old 145. Replacement of all 3 landing gear, fwd pressure bulkhead, est 5-7 foot gash, belly damage, flaps, possible wing spar damage.
If United really wanted a replacement 50 seater, there is a desert full of them.
Most value in 50 seaters are in the engines, and at least nr1 is toast on this one.