What factors can make landings dangerous during unstable approaches?

During unstable approaches, several factors can create dangerous landing conditions. If a pilot approaches with high sink rate or excessive airspeed, flight control surfaces respond differently, making it easier to catch a wing upon landing. This instability combined with crosswinds presents significant challenges, as the pilot must maintain control throughout the landing roll. When these unstable conditions are coupled with gusting winds, the risk increases substantially. Even momentary relaxation of control can allow wind to catch a wing, causing it to strike the ground. This can result in the aircraft cartwheeling or flipping onto its back, as described in the incident. Pilots must remain vigilant and maintain precise control throughout the entire landing sequence to prevent such dangerous outcomes.