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Originally Posted by Oktoberfest
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Sorry, I don't agree. If an aircraft looses it's tail section, the aerodynamic configuration of the aircraft is drastically changed.
It becomes 'nose heavy' to the extreme. And there is no elevator response possible.
The B-17 example I gave was witnessed by those on the ground. It was seen to fall vertically.
In other words, the aircraft in this situation becomes an 'arrow'.
Best Regards,
MB_Avro.