Air France and Airbus Clash Over Pilot Responsibilities in Rio-Paris Crash
Legal Proceedings: Air France and Airbus are facing corporate manslaughter charges related to the 2009 crash of flight AF447, with prosecutors seeking a maximum fine for alleged negligence as the trial concludes after eight weeks.
Pilot Training and Response: The trial has highlighted issues regarding pilot training and their response to a sensor icing problem that contributed to the crash, with Air France denying claims of inadequate training while Airbus pointed to the crew's handling of the situation.
Prosecutors' Arguments: Prosecutors accused both companies of negligence, particularly criticizing Airbus for allegedly withholding information, while relatives of the victims expressed a sense of respect and humanity during the proceedings.
Awaiting Verdict: Judges are expected to take months to reach a verdict, and regardless of the outcome, further appeals are anticipated, prolonging the legal battle surrounding one of the aviation industry's most debated accidents.
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