Alaska Flight 261's Cockpit Voice Recorder Showed An Inverted Descent
Alaska Air Flight 261 flew in an inverted position during its tragic descent, according to a preliminary review of the cockpit voice recorder. NTSB Chairman Jim Hall said the recording reveals a discussion of a problem in the trim system of the MD-83. The pilots diverted to Los Angeles Airport and...
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