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Coroner Confirms Fire Caused EgyptAir MS804 Crash, Rejecting Bomb Theory

Nearly nine years after the tragedy, an inquest concludes the crash was fueled by an oxygen system fire, resolving disputes between Egyptian and French investigations.

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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.