The crash of the Boeing plane, with more than 130 people on board, is China’s worst air disaster in more than a decade.
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No Survivors Found in China Eastern Plan Crash, Officials Say
Workers recovered identity cards, cellphones and purses from the crash site. But the plane’s steep plunge suggested there was a “minuscule” chance of any survivors, an expert said.
Boeing Faces New Upheaval After Crash of Chinese Airliner
No fault has been found, but the company, which has been trying to overcome a recent legacy of design and production troubles, is likely to get scrutinized.
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After China’s Worst Air Crash in Years, a Desperate Hunt for Survivors
The plane that crashed in a mountainous area of southern China was carrying 132 people, and no survivors have been found so far, a state broadcaster said on Tuesday.
The Boeing 737-800 NG is widely used around the world.
The model involved in the China crash represents nearly 17 percent of the commercial aircraft in operation.
Boeing Stock Price Falls After China Eastern Crash
The aerospace giant said it was seeking more information on the disaster, and U.S. regulators said they were ready to assist.
The Plane That Crashed Was Not a Boeing 737 Max
The model is a narrow-body jet that has a maximum range of over 3,000 miles, but is commonly used on shorter routes.
Biden Designates Qatar as a Major Non-NATO Ally
The move clears the way for greater security cooperation and investment at a time when President Biden is seeking help boosting natural gas supplies in Europe.
Israeli Defense Officials Cast Doubt on Threat to Attack Iran
Israel has threatened military action to destroy Iran’s nuclear program if need be. But defense officials say Israel does not have the ability, at least not anytime soon.