Air Crash Investigations - Deadly Mistake - The Crash of Kish Airlines Flight Irk 7170

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The tragic incident involving Kish Airlines Flight IRK 7170 highlights a catastrophic aviation accident that occurred during its approach to Sharjah International Airport. On February 10, 2004, the Fokker F27 experienced a sudden loss of control, resulting in a steep descent and crash just short of the runway, causing 43 fatalities. The investigation revealed that the accident was due to a pilot's inadvertent movement of the power levers, leading to an irreversible loss of flight control. This case underscores the critical importance of pilot actions in aviation safety.