### "Pilot Sucked Out of Cockpit Mid-Flight: British Airways Flight 5390's Incredible Survival Story"
Aircraft: British Airways BAC One-ElevenFlight: 5390 from Birmingham, UK to Malaga, SpainIncident: Captain Tim Lancaster was partially sucked out of the cockpit when a windshield panel failed.Key Events:Windshield Failure: Shortly after takeoff, the improperly installed windshield panel blew out at 17,300 feet, causing a rapid decompression.Captain Sucked Out: The sudden decompression caused Captain Tim Lancaster to be sucked out of the cockpit, with his legs caught on the flight controls.First Officer's Response: First Officer Alastair Atchison took control of the aircraft, while flight attendants held onto Lancaster to prevent him from being completely ejected.Emergency Landing: Despite the chaos and extreme conditions, Atchison managed to safely land the plane at Southampton Airport.Outcome:Survival: Remarkably, Captain Lancaster survived the ordeal with only minor injuries despite being exposed to high-altitude conditions and extreme cold.Crew Heroism: The crew's quick thinking and teamwork were pivotal in ensuring the safety of everyone on board.This incident is a well-documented case of extraordinary airmanship and resilience in the face of an unexpected and life-threatening situation.
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00:02On June 10th, 1990, British Airways Flight 5390 faced every pilot's worst nightmare.
00:09Just after take-off, a windshield panel suddenly gave way.
00:12The captain, Tim Lancaster, was violently sucked out of the cockpit,
00:16leaving his legs entangled in the flight controls.
00:19Chaos erupted at 17,300 feet.
00:22With Lancaster halfway out of the plane and the wind howling,
00:25First Officer Alistair Atchison took command.
00:28Flight attendants rushed to hold on to Lancaster,
00:31their grip the only thing preventing his complete ejection.
00:34In the face of extreme cold and rapid decompression, Atchison stayed calm.
00:39He navigated the BC-111 with precision,
00:42aiming for an emergency landing at Southampton Airport.
00:46Against all odds, he managed to bring the plane down safely.
00:49Amazingly, Captain Lancaster survived with only minor injuries.
00:54This incredible story of quick thinking and heroism
00:57showcases the extraordinary resilience and bravery of the Flight 5390 crew.
01:03Sometimes real-life heroes fly among us.