Orderly Evacuation Saves All Passengers After Fiery Japan Airlines Collision
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Despite flames and smoke filling the cabin, order prevailed and all 367 passengers were evacuated safely from the Japan Airlines flight in 18 minutes.
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Several factors aided the successful evacuation, including a well-trained 12-person crew, an experienced pilot, and advanced aircraft design with fire-resistant materials.
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Clear instructions from the crew and passenger compliance in remaining calm and not retrieving luggage helped enable the swift and safe exit.
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The collision between the passenger jet and Coast Guard plane appears to have been caused by miscommunication from air traffic control and a misunderstanding.
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While minor injuries occurred during the evacuation, the relative lack of panic was instrumental in getting everyone off the plane without any major harm.