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Kegworth Air Disaster: A Turning Point in Aviation Safety

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January 1989: The Kegworth Air Disaster - A British Midland Boeing 737-400 crashes into the M1 motorway near Kegworth, killing 47 and injuring 79. The crash, caused by a faulty engine and pilot error, sparks outrage over safety gaps in the aviation industry. In response, aviation overhauls its rules, introducing crew resource management training, the brace position, and stricter regulations. Despite ongoing concerns about Boeings communication of system changes, aviation remains incredibly safe. Checkout https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn

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