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In response, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) opened an investigation, which quickly debunked these allegations. Notably, despite the malfunctioning recording instruments, data was recovered that indicated the crew failed to effectively follow emergency protocols during their final approach.
Lessons Learned
The investigation found several key factors contributing to the crash, such as the improper management of speed, the failure to stabilize the aircraft during critical moments, and a lack of adherence to the checklist procedures.