Accident Summary - continued

The bodies recovered were still strapped into their seats in two rows of three. Examination of the bodies and associated wreckage revealed no evidence of any bomb residue. In fact, pathological examination showed that the bodies were in good physical condition and death was entirely a result of impact with the ground. Further analysis of the associated wreckage revealed that one of the pieces was the rear cargo door. Investigators found that a support plate, which prevents forced closing of the locking handle and the vent door when the door is not fully latched and locked, was not installed on this door. Douglas records reflected that the support plate was installed.

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