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Kalitta Boeing 777 Suffers Tail Strike During Cincinnati Go-Around
A Kalitta Air Boeing 777-300 freighter scraped its tail on the runway during a go-around attempt at Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport. Operating as Flight 264, the heavy cargo jet aborted its initial landing, causing the lower aft fuselage to strike the pavement and generate visible sparks before climbing away. The flight crew subsequently maneuvered the aircraft for a successful and safe landing on their second approach. This incident serves as a stark reminder for pilots about pitch control and energy management during a late-stage balked landing.