Investigators scour wreckage of Madrid jet 'inferno'

A tragic air disaster occurred at Madrid Airport, resulting in 153 fatalities. The McDonnell Douglas 82 Spanair jet crashed shortly after takeoff, possibly due to engine failure. The incident is under investigation, with black boxes recovered to determine the cause.

What was the significance of the air disaster at Madrid Airport?

• It was the first air disaster in Spain.

• It was the first time a McDonnell Douglas plane crashed.

• It was the worst air disaster in Spain in 25 years.

• It was the largest air disaster in Europe.

What was suspected to have caused the plane to veer off course?

• A bird strike

• Pilot error

• A lightning strike

• An engine fire

How many lives were lost in the Madrid Airport crash?

• 172

• 200

• 100

• 153

What action did the pilot take before the final takeoff?

• He delayed the flight due to weather conditions.

• He switched to a different aircraft.

• He aborted an earlier takeoff to fix a technical issue.

• He requested a change in flight path.

What is hoped to be revealed by analyzing the black boxes?

• The weather conditions at the time of the crash

• The identity of the pilot

• The exact number of passengers on board

• More information about the cause of the crash