Originally Posted by
Timmay
I can't help but wonder if it really was the best idea to go around after contacting the ground. Ah, hindsight. Glad everything turned out fine though!
They were in the process of going around when they struck the ground. The scenario was attempted in the sim many times and each time they were unable to keep the aircraft flying. The NTSB and the FAA were very impressed with the actions of the crew considering the situation. You guys can arm chair quarterback all you want they did a great job.