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In the aftermath, significant changes were made to aircraft design and maintenance regulations. Boeing redesigned critical components of the 747's tail to prevent similar catastrophes, while airlines worldwide revisited their safety protocols and emergency response times to ensure a more effective approach to crises.
The legacy of Flight 123 serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of aviation safety—forced improvements driven by tragedy that have shaped the future of air travel. Flight 123 remains etched in history, a somber chapter in the story of aviation, forever determining how the industry approaches safety and emergency preparedness.