I hearby invoke every conceivable caveat that any lawyer would need for me to say this:
the right wing fell off, the fuel inside ignited, the fuselage and left wing largely intact fell out of control to the water where everyone was killed (all due respect to those poor people)
the right wing simply fluttered down to the sea/jetty. from what I have seen the right engine is largely intact as is the prop, though it is curled at the ends (rotating upon hitting?)
Why did the wing come off?
1. metal fatigue due to a harsh salt water environment, age or yet to be known reason.
2. explosion causing failure of the wing...fuel? engine? sabotage?
3. Odd situation like WHIRL MODE on Lockheed L188 electra back in the 50's.
what should be done: immediate inspection of all similiar aircraft with all non destructive methods.
OK, let's quit pussyfooting around.
The CVR may have a terrible metalic ripping sound on it and an oath by one or both pilots.
thoughts?
jon