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You're referring to the Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 that crashed on March 10, 2019, killing all 157 people on board. This was a devastating incident that shocked the world and had significant implications for the aviation industry.

Here are some key facts about the crash:

  1. Flight ET302: The Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8, registration ET-AVJ, took off from Addis Ababa Bole International Airport at 8:38 AM local time, bound for Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
  2. Crash site: The plane crashed near the town of Bishoftu, about 45 miles (72 km) southeast of Addis Ababa, at 8:44 AM local time.
  3. Cause of the crash: The investigation found that a combination of factors contributed to the crash, including:
    • A faulty sensor that sent incorrect data to the plane's MCAS (Maneuvering Characteristics Augmentation System) system.
    • Inadequate training for pilots on the MCAS system.
    • A lack of redundancy in the MCAS system, which made it vulnerable to failure.
  4. Similarities to Lion Air crash: The Ethiopian Airlines crash was similar to the Lion Air Flight 610 crash that occurred on October 29, 2018, also involving a Boeing 737 MAX 8. Both crashes were caused by the same faulty sensor and MCAS system issues.
  5. Global response: The crash led to a global grounding of all Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, with over 300 planes affected. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and other regulatory bodies around the world suspended operations of the 737 MAX until the issues were addressed.
  6. Investigation and reforms: The investigation into the crash led to significant reforms in the aviation industry, including:
    • Improved training for pilots on the MCAS system.
    • Enhanced safety protocols for aircraft certification.
    • Increased transparency and communication between manufacturers, regulators, and airlines.

The Ethiopian Airlines crash was a tragic event that highlighted the importance of safety in the aviation industry. It led to significant changes in the way aircraft are designed, tested, and operated, and it has improved the overall safety of air travel.