Cockpit windows blocked by sea salt

A pilot and her crew have been praised for their airmanship after they landed safely during a storm despite the windscreen being completely blocked by sea salt.

The Air Accident Investigation Unit (AAIU) said that, given the rarity of the event at Cork Airport last year, there was no need for a safety recommendation.

However, it has advised pilots facing a similar situation that they may have to fly through rain clouds to clear their windscreens before conducting a landing.