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In the cockpit, the crew faced harrowing choices as they continued their descent. Amid their confusion, they pondered whether they would be taken for hijackers if they deviated from their flight plan. They decided to maintain their course for Bristol, prioritizing predictability to reduce perceived threat levels.
As they descended, the question of whether essential systems like the flaps and landing gear would function loomed large. Eventually, the crew managed to deploy the flaps, a critical step that enhanced their chances for a safe landing. However, when it came time to lower the landing gear, silence filled the cockpit once more. The normal sounds associated with gear deployment were absent—the anticipation was palpable.