Part 3/10:
The Flight Crew’s Profiles
The captain, with over 99,000 hours of flying experience, took command of the MD-83 aircraft. However, previous reports during his training highlighted challenges with aircraft management and handling. The first officer, two years his senior, brought about 680 hours on the MD-83 but had experienced weak performance in his training as well. This cockpit combination would become pivotal referring to the unfolding events of Flight 930.
Departure to Trouble