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UPS Flight 5542 reportedly struck an unknown object after departing Louisville, and despite the incident initially being described as a possible bird strike, questions remain about exactly what the aircraft encountered.
Could it have been a drone? A balloon? Some other airborne object?
Captain Steeeve breaks down the incident from a pilot’s perspective, including what crews experience during an unexpected impact, how pilots assess potential aircraft damage, and why identifying an object after a high-speed strike can be extremely difficult.
As always, this video is commentary based on currently available information. The exact nature of the object involved has not been officially confirmed.
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Disclaimer: Captain Steeeve is not a spokesperson for any airline or aviation authority. The opinions expressed in this video are solely his own and are based on his experience as a professional pilot. This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as an official statement from any airline, regulatory agency, or aviation organization.
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Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit wildgrain.com/STEEEVE and use code STEEEVE at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life!
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UPS Flight 5542 reportedly struck an unknown object after departing Louisville, and despite the incident initially being described as a possible bird strike, questions remain about exactly what the aircraft encountered.
Could it have been a drone? A balloon? Some other airborne object?
Captain Steeeve breaks down the incident from a pilot’s perspective, including what crews experience during an unexpected impact, how pilots assess potential aircraft damage, and why identifying an object after a high-speed strike can be extremely difficult.
As always, this video is commentary based on currently available information. The exact nature of the object involved has not been officially confirmed.
For business inquiries email us at: captainsteeeve@wearebv.com
For press or general questions: peter@541co.com
Disclaimer: Captain Steeeve is not a spokesperson for any airline or aviation authority. The opinions expressed in this video are solely his own and are based on his experience as a professional pilot. This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as an official statement from any airline, regulatory agency, or aviation organization.
I love my shirt from Flight Uniform, check it out here: https://get.aspr.app/SH1xXU
Use code: STEEEVE15
Want to know what watch I'm wearing?
If you are from the US, visit Watchbuys.com and go to the PRIMUS collection under Hanhart. For everyone else, visit hanhart.com/en/.
#aviation #ups #pilot #airlinepilot #drone #louisvilleairport #aviationnews #captainsteeeve
