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There is some speculation that a meteorite may have brought down TWA Flight 800, though this has not been confirmed. An NTSB report estimates that the chances of a meteorite penetrating the hull of a domestic aircraft over the U.S. are once every 59,000-77,000 years. The full report can be found here: http://www.dartmouth.edu/~chance/teaching_aids/books_articles/Cassidy.pdf
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Could a giant meteorite that yields magnetism cause an airplane to crash?
Not unless the meteorite hit the airplane. But, magnetism can disrupt aircraft navigation and communication systems during periods of high solar (sunspot) activity. == Meteorite event may result in noticeable electromagnetic pulse that can impact airplane electronics.
Could a shuttle ever been hit by a meteorite?
A shuttle could be, in theory but it is much more likely to be hit by a micrometeorite.
Could a meteorite that hit earth consist of gold?
Most of the gold in the middle east around 1000 a.d. Came from a meteorite.
Why do you want to be hit by a meteorite?
Many meteorite are filled with rare earth metals, or other valuables like platinum or iridium. If you got hit by one, you could be rich if you survived.
Can a meteorite hit another meteorite?
Yes,it can.
Is the meteorite hit the Earth?
Yes. A meteorite is a piece of rock or metal from space that has hit Earth's surface.
Is a falling star a meteor or meteorite?
A falling star is a meteor. A meteorite is a meteor that has hit the ground.
What is a meteor called when it hit earth?
It is called a meteorite.
Who was hit by meteorite in Alabama?
Ann Hodges
What year did the meteorite hit the dinosaurs?
1858
Did a meteorite hit any country?
Arizona
What is a rock from space that hit the earth?
meteorite
