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The flight crew comprised three pilots, each with varying levels of experience on the Boeing 757. The captain, aged 62, had substantial flight hours but had not flown in the previous 10 days, while the first officer, significantly less experienced with only 71 hours on the 757, stood at a concerning disadvantage. Despite their combined experience, the crew was not fully trained in Crew Resource Management (CRM) practices, which focus on communication and operational efficiencies—an essential aspect in times of crisis.