Has the wreckage of flight 2501 been found?

Six months after the loss of Flight 2501, and after careful analysis of the floating remains and communication records, the official cause of the disaster was listed as “unknown”. No cause for the loss ever was determined. No major piece of wreckage ever was found.

Is the Ghost of Flight 401 true?

The story of the crash and its aftermath were documented in John G. Fuller’s 1976 book The Ghost of Flight 401. Fuller recounts stories of paranormal events aboard other Eastern aircraft and the belief that these were caused by equipment salvaged from the wreckage of Flight 401.

What happens if a plane crashes over water?

Once an aircraft has landed on water, passengers and staff are then evacuated. There is no single figure which dictates precisely how much time crews have before the aircraft sinks, but the structure of the plane will, in most cases, allow enough time. Most aircraft also have life rafts.

What happens if a plane crashes in the middle of the ocean?

Using the body’s natural buoyancy is a better strategy. If you have a flotation device of some sort—a seat cushion or buoyant debris—just hang on tight. If not, you should float on your back with arms and legs extended. This technique won’t work in rough seas, though, because waves will constantly crash onto your face.

Where did the plane crash between Lancang Island and Laki Island?

Officials confirmed the plane crashed between Lancang Island and Laki Island in the Thousand Islands area. Authorities said the last contact was at 2.40pm local time (7.40am UK time) and reports say the aircraft dropped from 10,900ft to 7,650ft before it vanished.

What happened to Sriwijaya Air’s plane?

Sriwijaya Air chief exec Jefferson Irwin Jauwena said the 26-year-old plane was in good condition before the crash and that it had been delayed 30 minutes before takeoff because of heavy rain. The aircraft was first part of Continental Airlines in 1994 before joining Sriwijaya Air’s fleet in 2012.

What happened to the plane that crashed in Indonesia?

A PASSENGER plane crashed after “falling 10,000ft” moments after taking off — with 10 kids among the 62 people feared dead. Suspected body parts have been found by rescue workers among mangled debris from the Boeing 737, which plunged into the Java Sea in Indonesia yesterday.

Are these the body parts found among debris from Indonesia plane crash?

Suspected body parts have been found by rescue workers among mangled debris from the Boeing 737, which plunged into the Java Sea in Indonesia yesterday. ⚠️ Follow our live blog for all the latest news on the Indonesia plane crash