Crash investigators scrutinize cockpit decisions in Asiana 214 crash
In San Francisco investigators examined cockpit decisions as Asiana Flight 214 crashed during landing. Officials noted a rookie pilot gaining experience on the 777 and questioned whether automation diminished speed awareness. Two Chinese students died, with autopsies complete but cause still under review.
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Two Chinese girls among San Francisco crash victims
Two 16 year old students from Jiangshan were among 29 Jiangshan participants on Asiana Flight 214. Wang Linjia and Ye Mengyuan were top students with interests in physics, calligraphy, literature, and gymnastics. The trip, a 15 day summer camp to visit U.S. campuses, cost about $5,000 per student and aimed to boost chances of attending U.S. colleges.
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