Overview

• The crash of EgyptAir flight MS804 in May 2016, which killed all 66 onboard, was caused by a fire in the cockpit, according to a UK coroner's ruling.
• The fire likely originated near the first officer’s oxygen supply system, with an oxygen leak feeding the flames, rendering the aircraft uncontrollable.
• The coroner dismissed the Egyptian investigators’ conclusion that the crash was caused by an explosive device, aligning instead with French findings and expert testimony.
• Delays and disputes over evidence, including traces of explosives, prolonged the investigation, with French authorities challenging the Egyptian report.
• The coroner will issue a Prevention of Future Deaths report recommending safety improvements to prevent similar tragedies, providing closure for victims' families.