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About What Happened At The Crash Of The EgyptAir 990? | Mayday

On 31 October 1999, EgyptAir Flight 990 crashes into the Atlantic Ocean while flying from New York City to Cairo, killing all 217 people on board. The cause of the crash is disputed: the Egyptian government claims that the crash was caused by a mechanical failure with the elevators, but the US government claims the aircraft was deliberately crashed by the Relief First Officer Gameel Al-Batouti. Mayday: Experts analyze various plane crashes with an aim to figure out how these disasters occurred. They also shed light on how such accidents shaped the aviation industry and improved safety standards. WONDER is packed with binge-worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life! Content licensed from Cineflix to Little Dot Studios.

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What Happened At The Crash Of The EgyptAir 990? | Mayday
Category
Society
Runtime
50 minutes
Language
English
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Wonder

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