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Accidents, Airbus, and Aviation Safety
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In a recent conversation we heard of, a woman talking to an airline representative in regards to a delayed flight due to a mechanical problem with an Airbus aircraft told the airline they should buy Boeing. We found that rather amusing. Boeing and Airbus are both companies that produce good products.
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New Developments in the Air France Investigation
Air France will pay about $24,500 in initial compensation to the families of each victim of the crash of Air France Flight 447 this month and is providing them with counseling.
So far, salvage operations have found around fifty bodies and dozens of pieces of debris, indicating they have pinned down the likely area where...
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More From the Air France Recovery Effort
The search for the wreckage of Air France 447 continues. Search teams found a large section of the plane’s tail section and additional large amounts of wreckage. The Brazilian military doesn’t have the means of locating debris underwater, however.
“Brazilian military officials reduced the number of recovered bodies from the 17 announced Sunday, saying...
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Wreckage from Air France Flight Finally Found
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Yesterday, the Brazilian navy discovered the bodies of two passengers from the Air France flight, and three additional bodies today, as well as a number of items associated with the plane, including a ticket for the flight. Items recovered include sections of wing, seats, and luggage.
The Brazilian officials said their first priority...
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Questions but No Answers in Air France 447
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Our coverage of the Air France flight continues. We do not believe in speculation during such a serious situation, but intend to keep our readers updated.
At this point, the plane has been missing for over twenty four hours. Four hours into the flight, and well over the ocean, the flight encountered heavy...
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Breaking News: Air France Flight Missing
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Air France Flight 447, an Airbus 330 operating out of Rio de Janiero en route to Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris hit a patch of turbulence. An automated message was received indicating an electrical failure. The plane is now missing with 228 souls onboard. More information as it comes in.
Update #1:...
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