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NTSB report details cockpit struggle before China Eastern crash killed 132 people
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Published on 8 May 2026
Both engines were shut off as chaos unfolded
A newly released NTSB report sheds fresh light on the 2022 China Eastern Airlines crash that killed all 132 people. The investigation suggests both engines were shut off and points to a cockpit struggle before the jet slammed into a mountain. The findings also echo earlier reports that claimed crew actions may have contributed, despite initial Chinese conclusions that no problem was found right away.
- NTSB data suggests both engines were shut off before impact
- Report highlights a possible cockpit struggle during critical moments
- Findings align with earlier claims about crew involvement
- Chinese investigators previously said they found no immediate aircraft issue
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