Flight Safety Information - December 24, 2024 No. 255 In This Issue : Accident: Swift B734 at Vilnius on Nov 25th 2024, impacted building on final approach : Accident: Britten-Norman BN-2B-26 Islander : Accident: Emerald UK AT72 at Belfast on Dec 22nd 2024, hard landing, nose gear collapse : Championing Aviation Safety: Riadel Manzano Advocates for Better Support for Aircraft Mechanics : Incident: American A321 near Charlotte on Dec 20th 2024, lightning strike : FAA Backtracks on Medical Deferral Changes : Incident: Skywest CRJ7 at Minneapolis on Dec 22nd 2024, gear disagrees : Akasa Air Pilots Writes to DGCA Again Over Malpractice : Pilot’s unclear intentions create havoc in the pattern : Malaysia Airlines grounds Airbus A330neo jet over safety concern : FSI Officials Say Drone Drama Doesn't Match The Facts - AVweb : Calendar of Events Accident: Swift B734 at Vilnius on Nov 25th 2024, impacted building on final approach By Simon Hradecky, created Monday, Nov 25th 2024 06:51Z, last updated Saturday, Dec 21st 2024 19:24Z A Swiftair Boeing 737-400 on behalf of DHL, registration EC-MFE performing flight QY-5960 from Leipzig (Germany) to Vilnius (Lithuania) with 4 crew, was on final ILS approach to Vilnius' runway 19 maintaining routine communication with ATC until hand off to tower about 4nm before the runway threshold when the crew did not report on tower frequency, tower transmitted landing clearance into the blind, and the aircraft impacted ground about 0.87nm before the runway threshold at about 05:28L (03:28Z), skidded for about 247 meters before coming to rest at a residential building 0.74nm before the runway threshold and burst into flames. The two story residential building received roof damage and was on fire, however, there were no injuries on the ground to the 12 people living in the building. One pilot (48, Spanish) was killed, three crew (including a pilot (34), one German, one Lithuanian, one Spanish) have been taken to hospitals. Rescue services reported one body was taken away from the accident site, two others (including the pilot) were taken to hospital with injuries. Later rescue services reported one person was killed and three people were taken to hospitals with injuries. Police reported the causes of the crash are being investigated, most likely technical causes or human error, but terrorism as another possibility can not be ruled out. Investigators are currently at the hospital hoping to be able to interview the pilot. Collection of evidence could take a week. DHL reported the aircraft needed to perform a forced landing about one kilometer before the airport. The hospital reported one of the survivors is in critical condition. The US NTSB, the German BFU as well as the Spanish CIAIAC are joining the investigation led by Lithuania's TAIIB (Transport Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau). On Nov 26th 2024 Lithuania's Ministry of Justice reported cockpit voice and flight data recorders have been removed from the wreckage at about 11:30am (09:30Z) Nov 26th 2024. On Nov 26th 2024 Lithuania's Prosecution Office stated, that they have no evidence of sabotage or terrorism, the investigation currently focusses on an accident scenario like human error or technical malfunction, however, remains open in all directions. The on site collection of evidence should be completed in 2-3 days. So far 19 witnesses have been interviewed. The investigation by law enforcement runs in parallel to the aviation investigation and will likely conclude way ahead of the aviation investigation, which is expected to last a year. On Nov 27th 2024 Lithuania's Ministry of National Defense said, that preliminary investigation results suggest that there was no sabotage though nothing is yet ruled out. Visual analysis shows there was no external influence. Conversations with the crew did not indicate there was any concern inside the aircraft, there was no smoke or chaos. On Nov 27th 2024 Lithuania's Ministry of Justice reported the blackboxes are planned to be read out in Germany, a final decision by the investigation committee is about to be made. On Dec 20th 2024 Lithuania's Ministry of Transport reported that preliminary analysis of flight data and cockpit voice recorders does not reveal any signs of unlawful interference with the aircraft. Runway Elevation is 647 feet MSL, the last ADS-B position suggesting a flight level 007 thus indicates at 1020 hPa a height of 253 feet when the aircraft on a 3 degree glidepath should be at a height of 336 feet. Elevation at the point of first impact is 675 feet MSL. The ADS-B data suggest an average rate of descent of 972fpm at an average speed of 149 knots over ground between 03:27:29Z and 03:28:06Z. Related NOTAM: A5300/24 NOTAMN Q) EYVL/QFALC/IV/NBO/A /000/999/5438N02517E005 A) EYVI B) 2411250354 C) 2411250500 EST E) AERODROME CLOSED DUE TO AN EMERGENCY Metars: EYVI 250520Z 17016KT 9999 OVC008 01/M00 Q1020 NOSIG= COR EYVI 250450Z 18016KT 9999 OVC008 01/M00 Q1020 NOSIG= EYVI 250420Z 18016KT 9999 OVC008 01/M00 Q1020 NOSIG= EYVI 250350Z 18015KT 9999 OVC008 01/M00 Q1020 TEMPO OVC005= EYVI 250320Z 18017KT 9999 OVC007 01/M01 Q1020 TEMPO OVC005= COR EYVI 250250Z 17017KT 9999 OVC008 01/M01 Q1020 TEMPO OVC005= EYVI 250220Z 18016KT 9999 OVC009 01/M01 Q1020 TEMPO OVC005= EYVI 250150Z 17016KT 9999 OVC010 01/M01 Q1020 NOSIG= EYVI 250120Z 18016KT 9999 OVC011 01/M01 Q1020 NOSIG= EYVI 250050Z 17016KT 9999 OVC012 01/M01 Q1020 NOSIG= EYVI 250020Z 17015KT 9999 -SNRA OVC013 01/M01 Q1021 NOSIG= EYVI 242350Z 17016KT 9999 -SNRA BKN014 BKN041 01/M02 Q1021 NOSIG= EYVI 242320Z 17016KT 9999 BKN016 01/M02 Q1021 NOSIG= EYVI 242250Z 17014KT 9999 OVC021 00/M02 Q1021 NOSIG= Surveillance Camera Recording of final approach and impact: Second Surveillance Video (Video: 15min): The aircraft after impact seen from a distance: Aerial Overview of accident site: Map and trajectory (Graphics: AVH/Google Earth): Map, point of first impact and final position (Graphics: AVH/Google Earth): Accident: Swift B734 at Vilnius on Nov 25th 2024, impacted building on final approach Accident: Britten-Norman BN-2B-26 Islander Date:Sunday 22 December 2024Time:10:30Type: Britten-Norman BN-2B-26 Islander Owner/operator:North Coast Aviation Registration:P2-SAM MSN:2197 Year of manufacture:1986 Fatalities: Fatalities: / Occupants: 5 Other fatalities:0 Aircraft damage: DestroyedCategory:AccidentLocation:32 nm NE of Nadzab - Papua New Guinea Phase:En routeNature:Passenger - Non-Scheduled/charter/Air Taxi Departure airport:Wasu Airport (WSU/AYWS) Destination airport:Lae-Nadzab Airport (LAE/AYNZ) Investigating agency: AIC PNG Confidence Rating: Information is only available from news, social media or unofficial sources Narrative: A Britten-Norman BN-2B-26 Islander, operated by North Coast Aviation collided with wooded terrain in the Sapmanga Valley, about 32 nm Northeast of Nadzab, Papua New Guinea. The wreckage was located the following day, but no word yet on the fate of the five persons on board. The aircraft departed Wasu Airstrip at 10:12 local time on a single pilot charter flight with four passengers on board, the passengers were staff of the Ministry of Housing among them was deputy Kobby Bomareo, en route to Nadzab, with an estimated arrival time of 10:47. The last radio contact made by the pilot was at 10:14, when the pilot was instructed by FIS to contact Nadzab Approach when at 15 miles from Nadzab. At 10:30 a distress signal was received. Accident: Emerald UK AT72 at Belfast on Dec 22nd 2024, hard landing, nose gear collapse By Simon Hradecky, created Sunday, Dec 22nd 2024 21:39Z, last updated Sunday, Dec 22nd 2024 21:57Z An Emerald Airlines UK Avions de Transport Regional ATR-72-212A, registration G-CMMK performing positioning flight EA-71P from Edinburgh,SC to Belfast City,NI (UK) with 4 crew, landed on Belfast's runway 04 at 16:06L (16:06Z), but touched down hard nose gear first resulting in the nose gear to collapse. The aircraft came to a stop at the right hand edge of the runway. No injuries are being reported, the aircraft received substantial damage however. The airport confirmed the occurrence and stated that the runway remains closed all the rest of the day. The airline reported their flight EAI-71P suffered a hard landing at Belfast City due to adverse weather conditions. The AAIB dispatched investigators on site and opened an investigation. Related NOTAM: I4410/24 NOTAMN Q) EGPX/QFALC/IV/NBO/A /000/999/5437N00552W005 A) EGAC B) 2412221720 C) 2412222359 E) AD CLOSED. Metars: EGAC 221820Z AUTO 33008KT 280V010 9999 -RA SCT046 06/M01 Q1017= EGAC 221750Z AUTO 34015G30KT 300V020 9999 -RADZ FEW037 06/M01 Q1016= EGAC 221720Z AUTO 31014G25KT 270V350 9999 FEW033 06/M01 Q1015= EGAC 221650Z AUTO 31015G30KT 270V350 9999 SCT043 06/M01 Q1014= EGAC 221620Z AUTO 32015G34KT 290V350 9999 -SHRA FEW021 SCT035 BKN043 06/M00 Q1013= EGAC 221550Z AUTO 33018G38KT 300V360 9999 -RA SCT036/// BKN047/// //////TCU 07/M03 Q1013= EGAC 221520Z AUTO 32016G29KT 270V340 9999 -RA SCT036/// BKN043/// //////TCU 07/00 Q1012= EGAC 221450Z AUTO 32016G31KT 270V350 9999 BKN037/// BKN046/// //////TCU 07/M02 Q1011= EGAC 221420Z AUTO 32019G33KT 290V010 9999 BKN035 OVC044 08/M00 Q1010= EGAC 221350Z AUTO 32018G32KT 290V360 8000 -RADZ SCT037/// BKN044/// //////TCU 08/01 Q1009= EGAC 221320Z AUTO 32018G33KT 280V350 9999 BKN034 BKN048 08/M00 Q1008= EGAC 221250Z AUTO 31019G37KT 250V340 9999 FEW025 SCT032 08/00 Q1007= EGAC 221220Z AUTO 31019G32KT 280V340 9999 FEW029 SCT034 BKN040 08/01 Q1006= The aircraft seen during touch down (Photo: Michail Savekin) The aircraft seen after landing: Championing Aviation Safety: Riadel Manzano Advocates for Better Support for Aircraft Mechanics 12-23-2024 07:50 PM CET | Business, Economy, Finances, Banking & Insurance Press release from: Getnews / PR Agency: Erase Technologies, LLC We need to inspire young people to enter this field and provide scholarships, mentorships, and accessible pathways for them to succeed. Senior Aircraft Mechanic Pushes for Industry Reform and Workforce Development With over a decade of experience in aircraft maintenance, Senior Aircraft Mechanic Riadel Manzano is raising her voice to demand better support for aviation mechanics and safety systems. She calls for industry reforms and increased resources to address the growing challenges faced by mechanics in a rapidly evolving field. "Air travel is projected to double by 2040," Manzano stated, referencing data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA). "We need to ensure that the people maintaining these aircraft are equipped with the tools, training, and support to meet this demand safely." Manzano, an advocate for workplace safety and continuous education, highlights the strain on aviation mechanics due to outdated systems, supply chain disruptions, and limited access to advanced training. "Aircraft are becoming more complex with the rise of hybrid and electric technologies," she explained. "Mechanics need ongoing training to stay ahead, but many don't have the resources or time to get it." She also emphasizes the importance of workforce development. According to the FAA, the U.S. faces a shortage of certified mechanics, with a projected 13,000 additional technicians needed by 2041. "This isn't just an industry issue-it's a public safety issue," Manzano said. "We need to inspire young people to enter this field and provide scholarships, mentorships, and accessible pathways for them to succeed." Manzano is particularly passionate about creating opportunities for women in aviation. She actively mentors young women through STEM programs, showing them the possibilities in this underrepresented field. "Women make up less than 3% of mechanics in the U.S.," she noted. "We need to change that by showing that everyone has a place here." She also advocates for modernizing tools and technologies used in maintenance. "Smart diagnostics and augmented reality systems could revolutionize how we repair aircraft," she said. "But we need airlines and manufacturers to invest in these innovations and ensure mechanics are trained to use them effectively." To amplify her efforts, Manzano calls on airlines, trade organizations, and policymakers to collaborate on workforce and safety solutions. She also plans to host workshops at schools and local communities, aiming to spark interest in aviation careers among young people. "We're at a critical juncture," Manzano concluded. "If we invest in our mechanics and safety systems today, we're not just ensuring the future of air travel-we're protecting the lives of everyone who relies on it." About Riadel Manzano Riadel Manzano is a Senior Aircraft Mechanic at Skyline Airlines, based at LaGuardia Airport. A resident of East Williston, NY, she is an active member of Women in Aviation International and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association. She is passionate about aviation safety, workforce development, and inspiring the next generation of mechanics. For more information, visit Riadel Manzano's website at https://www.riadelmanzano.com/ Incident: American A321 near Charlotte on Dec 20th 2024, lightning strike By Simon Hradecky, created Monday, Dec 23rd 2024 17:56Z, last updated Monday, Dec 23rd 2024 17:56Z An American Airlines Airbus A321-200, registration N996AN performing flight AA-506 from Charlotte,NC to Seattle,WA (USA), was climbing out of Charlotte, when the aircraft received a lightning strike prompting the crew to level off at FL290 and return to Charlotte for a safe landing on runway 36C about 55 minutes after departure. The FAA reported: "AIRCRAFT DEPARTED AND WAS STRUCK BY LIGHTNING DAMAGING THE NOSE, CHARLOTTE, NC." A replacement A321-200 registration N581UW reached Seattle the following day with a delay of about 13:45 hours. The occurrence aircraft remained on the ground in Charlotte for about 41 hours before returning to service. https://flightaware.com/live/flight/AAL506/history/20241220/2128Z/KCLT/KSEA FAA Backtracks on Medical Deferral Changes FAA delays medical deferral changes after pilot and industry pushback, postponing implementation to March 1. Marc Cook Updated Dec 23, 2024 6:47 AM PST Share this story Give the FAA credit for reacting quickly to pilot and industry pushback on changes to medical deferrals that were set to begin after the first of the year. As previously reported, a change to FAA policy on medical deferrals would have set in motion knock-on effects that could impact pilots flying under conventional medicals as well as those hoping to one day use BasicMed or fly as sport pilots. More recently, industry groups pushed back on the changes. Now the FAA says it will hold fire on these changes. In a statement, the agency said, "The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will postpone the implementation of a process change for individuals applying for an airman medical certificate with incomplete exams and paperwork after receiving feedback from aviation stakeholders. The process of issuing initial denials set to take effect on [January] 1, 2025, will be postponed until March 1, 2025. The decision to implement this change was not associated with the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, but the need to provide immediate answers to airmen regarding the medical certification process. Postponing allows the FAA additional time to educate the pilot community and to host a listening session with various aviation associations in early January." FAA Backtracks on Medical Deferral Changes Incident: Skywest CRJ7 at Minneapolis on Dec 22nd 2024, gear disagrees By Simon Hradecky, created Monday, Dec 23rd 2024 19:37Z, last updated Monday, Dec 23rd 2024 19:37Z A Skywest Canadair CRJ-550 on behalf of Delta Airlines, registration N717EV performing flight DL-4273 from Minneapolis,MN to Brainerd,MN (USA), was climbing out of Minneapolis' runway 12L when the crew declared emergency reporting they had a gear disagreement. They needed to work some checklists and would return to Minneapolis. The aircraft landed safely on Minneapolis' runway 12R about 20 minutes after departure. A replacement CRJ-550 registration N768SK reached Brainerd with a delay of about 4:15 hours. The occurrence aircraft is still on the ground in Minneapolis about 27 hours after landing. https://flightaware.com/live/flight/DAL4273/history/20241222/1505Z/KMSP/KBRD Akasa Air Pilots Writes to DGCA Again Over Malpractice Akasa Air's Fleet Office has implemented stricter oversight of pilot sick leave during the upcoming holiday season. By Bhavya Velani December 21, 20244 Mins Read Note: See photos in the original article. DELHI- Akasa Air (QP) pilots have escalated concerns to the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) regarding alleged safety violations and management intimidation tactics. The pilots report receiving threatening communications about disciplinary consequences for reporting sick during the December 25 – January 1 holiday period. Akasa Air Pilots DGCA Letter The pilots’ letter to DGCA details Captain Gracious Flyod’s directive pressuring unwell pilots to continue flying duties. This mandate directly contradicts established aviation safety protocols and endangers both crew and passenger safety. DGCA-approved TRI Captain Sameer Patel has revealed that Captain Flyod plans legal action against DGCA Chief FOI Captain Swetha Singh. The conflict stems from allegations that Captain Singh deliberately delayed operational approvals for Akasa Air and targeted its management. A closed-door meeting on December 19, 2024, exposed further concerning developments. Captain Patel disclosed that Captain Flyod instructed training staff to increase trainee failure rates, reportedly retaliating against a December 11 DGCA complaint. The pilots’ petition seeks immediate intervention against multiple senior officials, including Captains Flyod, Kunal Khajuria, Suraj Bhatia, Sameer Patel, Cedric Dsilva, Anderson Dhramaraj, Swetlena, and Neomi Dsilva. The complaint has also been forwarded to major media outlets and the Ministry of Civil Aviation. The Fleet Office email confirms the scrutiny policy, stating that sick reports during festive days “will be subject to scrutiny and may undergo further investigation, with appropriate actions taken if necessary.” This announcement coincides with increased holiday travel when thousands of passengers rely on reliable air service. These developments follow earlier training-related concerns raised by Akasa pilots with the Ministry of Civil Aviation was first reported by Aviation A2Z, highlighting systemic issues within the airline’s operational structure. The pilots emphasize that these practices jeopardize India’s aviation safety standards and require urgent regulatory intervention. The letter concludes with a formal request for the DGCA to investigate these allegations thoroughly, particularly focusing on the safety implications of pressuring unwell pilots to fly and the apparent misuse of training procedures for retaliatory purposes. Akasa Denies Allegations However, the airline has denied these December 21, 2024 allegations as baseless, and in a message to Aviation A2Z, the airline noted: A letter, shared on the internet on December 21st 2024, amongst other things, falsely alleges that a senior executive from Akasa Air expressed an intention to pursue legal action against a senior and respected official of the DGCA. These claims are entirely baseless and untrue. The letter appears to be a malicious attempt to tarnish Akasa Air’s image and reputation. Akasa Air works very closely with the DGCA and MoCA and has been a direct beneficiary of their transparent and progressive policies and regulations. We hold these institutions in the highest regard and remain deeply grateful for their unwavering guidance and support. At Akasa Air, our primary focus is to continue to build an airline that serves the nation, underpinned by our commitment to safety, employee centricity and service excellence. Akasa Air Spokesperson Airline Email to Pilots Akasa Air’s Fleet Office has implemented stricter oversight of pilot sick leave during the upcoming holiday season. The airline management released an internal communication addressing anticipated staff absences between December 25 and January 1. The airline expects high passenger volumes during this period as travelers plan family reunions. The Fleet Office emphasizes maintaining reliable service and minimizing schedule disruptions during peak travel days. Management has noted historical patterns showing increased sick leave reports during festive periods. The new directive warns staff that sick leave requests during the specified holiday window will face enhanced scrutiny and potential investigation. The Fleet Office communication implies possible disciplinary measures, stating “appropriate actions” may follow investigations of sick reports. This policy aims to ensure continuous service during the holiday rush while maintaining operational efficiency. The memo concludes by urging staff cooperation to deliver exceptional service throughout the festive period. Stay tuned with us. Further, follow us on social media for the latest updates. Pilot’s unclear intentions create havoc in the pattern By General Aviation News Staff · December 19, 2024 This is an excerpt from a report made to the Aviation Safety Reporting System. The narrative is written by the pilot, rather than FAA or NTSB officials. To maintain anonymity, many details, such as aircraft model or airport, are often scrubbed from the reports. I was flying to Carroll County Regional Airport/Jack B Poage Field (KDMW) in Westminster, Maryland, from the west to enter the pattern when I noticed Aircraft Y also flying around the area. I tried to make several attempts to make contact with him but I could not hear him on my radio while I heard others on the radio. I was at 3,000 feet when I noticed they were significantly lower than my aircraft, around 1,200 feet. He was doing 360s around the area when no one else was in the pattern and I wanted to know his intentions. I had to fly further out to avoid him and I finally made contact with him on the radio. He seemed very upset and argumentative saying his intentions were to land at the airport. He continued to try to enter the pattern but then continued to do circles around the area at very low altitudes. KDMW has a pattern altitude of 1,600 and there was other traffic coming in. He finally did come in for a landing to do a simulated engine out and then did a very low go-around. He proceeded in the pattern a few more times and went to ZZZ. On the way to ZZZ he was directly behind me at my 6 o’clock and only 100 feet below me. I received a traffic alert from ATC and told them I was climbing to avoid the traffic and they also saw me. I had to climb 700 feet to feel safe around this aircraft. Primary Problem: Human Factors ACN: 2143455 Malaysia Airlines grounds Airbus A330neo jet over safety concern By Vietnam News Agency Mon, December 23, 2024 | 9:51 pm GMT+7 Malaysia Airlines has grounded its new Airbus A330neo jet just days after its maiden flight due to technical issues, local media reported. The Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG)'s First A330neo at The Hanger 6, MAB Complex KLIA South Support Zone. Photo: New Straits Times. Safety is paramount and technical faults with a new airplane could affect the reputation and brand of the carrier, group managing director of the Malaysian Aviation Group and CEO of Malaysia Airlines Berhad Izham Ismail was quoted as saying by the New Straits Times. The plane’s inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Australia’s Melbourn last Thursday was marred by technical issues. The airline has suffered several setbacks this year, with reduced routes and manpower issues. In 2022, it agreed to acquire 20 Airbus A330neo planes to update its fleet of widebody jets. The A330neo, powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines, is considered more fuel-efficient. Officials Say Drone Drama Doesn’t Match The Facts Social media cited as an accelerant. Mark Phelps Updated Dec 18, 2024 4:31 AM EST Credit: Pexels-Jeshoots Appeals for government transparency over drone reports have led to media statements from John Kirby, National Security Council spokesman, yesterday; a classified briefing for lawmakers on Capitol Hill today; and a public briefing at the Pentagon, also today, from U.S. Air Force Major General Patrick Ryder, who serves as Press Secretary for the U.S. Department of Defense. The message was consistent. While there have been some 100 reports from the public that have led to further exploration, the overwhelming majority of the 5,000+ drone-sighting reports in New Jersey involve either commercial, law-enforcement or privately operated recreational drones; crewed aircraft mistaken for drones; or even stars and planets. They also assert that social media has played an outsized role in the ongoing drama. Kirby told reporters, “We assess that the sightings to date include a combination of lawful commercial drones, hobbyist drones, and law enforcement drones, as well as manned fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters and even stars that were mistakenly reported as drones. We have not identified anything anomalous or any national security or public safety risk over the civilian airspace in New Jersey or other states in the Northeast.” Gen. Ryder told the Pentagon briefing there are no military operations in New Jersey involving drones. He said there are more than 1 million civilian drones in the U.S. and there are some 8,500 flying “on any given day.” He also outlined some of the technology used to control drones without having to shoot them down. He described active and passive detection systems and “non-kinetic” means of “interrupting their signals and affecting their ability to operate.” In a New York Times article, science writer Mick West, who focuses on debunking conspiracy theories, said, “People’s brains aren’t very good at judging how big things are in the night sky. You see something in the sky, you have heard stories about it being drones, so you think maybe that is a drone. A majority of the videos are just big planes.” Still, Kirby acknowledged that many of the sightings are, in fact, drones. But with research, most have been triangulated to show they are lawfully operated commercial, recreational or law-enforcement drones. In many cases, the latter have been launched to investigate reports of other drones. And it is thought that hobbyists have embraced the attention and launched their legal drones in large numbers to be a part of the spectacle. Citing the figure of 1 million drones already in the market, Kirby said, “That is the ecosystem we are dealing with, and it is legal and proper. With the technology landscape evolving as it is, we have every expectation that the number of drones over the United States will increase over time.” CALENDAR OF EVENTS • Sponsor the 2025 Fuzion Safety Conference! 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