I also took the bait back in the 90’s and rode the bus instead of paying more and flying. My experience during those three days, and the retelling of it, is F A family lore! Even the kids join me when I see a TNM&O bus on the Highway, “DON’T DO IT!” I say....
Listening to ATC it sounds like the F-35 hit the right wing and disabled the #3 & #4 engines. Leaking fuel and with a potential fire, the -130 crew did a great job with a wounded beast.
I grant you, if during the takeoff profile while retracting the flaps, one pilot is in the can and a flight attendant is holding down the seat, that flight crew is asking for trouble!
