swh, thanks. Clarifies the figure of "190". I was just surprised they were reporting that many on the a/c itself. Hopefully not too many on the ground killed...
Each accident has its own unique factors/causes. I don't think comparing manufacturers is really relevant at this point. Boeing & Airbus don't control things like weather or the people who fly their planes!!
(Not suggesting either as a cause yet, just making a point!
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