Be aware that Google Earth's image does not show the recent (last week) resurfacing and remarking of rwy22. The new displacement of of rwy22 may have made it more confusing. There are some current photos on some of the news links that accurately show the new markings.
Also noted on the NTSB briefing, the perimeter fence was compromised by the aircraft. The first impact above ground was a tree beyond the fence at about a height of 25ft. which would indicate the aircraft left the ground after exiting the end of the runway. EDIT - I looked at the photo again and realized it's possible that the first on scene airport fire department could have barrelled through the fence to access the crash or they may have passed through one created by the aircraft.
Last edited by Cross-eyed; 28th Aug 2006 at 03:23.
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