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Click Here For The Make A Wish Fundraiser: https://secure2.wish.org/site/TR/WishYourWay/Make-A-WishEasternNorthCarolina?pg=personal&px=10202525&fr_id=7445 We are aware that an AI-generated image was mistakenly included at the 17:55 mark of this video. This was an oversight during our post-production and review process. It is the policy of the Captain Steeeve channel not to use AI-generated imagery as if it were authentic material in our reporting. In this case, the image was mistakenly identified as genuine and made it into the final edit. We take accuracy seriously and appreciate those who brought this to our attention. Thank you for your understanding. Peter Producer, The Captain Steeeve Channel On August 15, 2026, Vietnam Airlines Flight VN34 was attempting to depart Munich, Germany for Hanoi aboard a Boeing 787-9. But something wasn't right. During the takeoff roll, the aircraft reportedly struggled to accelerate normally. VN34 continued down the runway, eventually reaching the end of the paved surface and suffering a tail strike as the crew managed to get the aircraft airborne. Once in the air, the crew received indications of damage and remained near Munich for roughly two hours while dumping fuel and preparing to return. The 787 eventually landed safely, but the aircraft had suffered significant damage, including damage to the rear fuselage and multiple tires. In this episode, retired airline captain and naval aviator Captain Steeeve reacts to the ATC audio and breaks down just how serious this situation was — including what pilots are thinking as they approach V1, why rejecting a takeoff at high speed can be extremely dangerous, what causes a tail strike, and what happens when an aircraft isn't performing the way the crew expects during the takeoff roll. The exact cause of the incident remains under investigation. For business inquiries email us at: captainsteeeve@wearebv.com For press or general questions: peter@541co.com Disclaimer: Captain Steeeve is not a spokesperson for any airline or aviation authority. The opinions expressed in this video are solely his own and are based on his experience as a professional pilot. This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as an official statement from any airline, regulatory agency, or aviation organization. I love my shirt from Flight Uniform, check it out here: https://get.aspr.app/SH1xXU Use code: STEEEVE15 Want to know what watch I'm wearing? If you are from the US, visit Watchbuys.com and go to the PRIMUS collection under Hanhart. For everyone else, visit https://www.hanhart.com/en/. #aviation #pilot #airtrafficcontrol #atc #vietnamairlines #boeing787 #dreamliner #tailstrike #munich #VN34 #pilotreacts #captainsteeeve