Author Archives: Babu Srinivasan

About Babu Srinivasan

My interests are in computer security, cryptography, functional programming and general aviation. I occasionally write articles on these and other topics in my blog.

Ditching switch on Airbus A320

The pilots didn’t have time to activate the “ditching switch”.

Why can’t the plane’s software automatically activate the “ditching switch” when it senses that a belly landing is imminent? This can be done using inputs from the radio altimeter, landing gear position, speed, attitude (pitch) etc. This will remove one item from the checklist.

Writing on the Wall

The Wall — Rahul Dravid — is more like a sieve these days. Ganguly was able to leave at the top of the game. He announced his retirement while the series was ongoing, hit a century after making the announcement, and was carried off the field by his teammates.

Shoe ‘bombs’ thrown at Bush in Iraq

Now, thanks to 2 Shoe ‘bombs’ thrown at Bush in Iraq, the press will be asked to remove their shoes at every press conference! One thing is for sure. Watch the video. Bush’s reflexes are pretty good.