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Old 22nd Dec 2007, 05:07
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There is no way a cabin door on the main deck will open fully due to the way they open (unless there is a MAJOR mechanical failure). The report infers to the non aviation person that this was a catastrophe.
Although speculation at this time, I would suggest that the interior handle popped up a bit during take off (the handle/closing mechanism perhaps not rigged correctly).

My fourpenneth worth.
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