I don't want to be known as "Mr. Flaps", but I couldn't see any flaps extended in the pictures on tv. The pictures on tv showed a very demolished plane, though it seems the stab trim was in a proper position for takeoff.
1. How much flap is usually used for takeoff in this type?
2. can anyone clearly see flaps deployed in the pictures?
3. how does takeoff warning system work?
4. both runways at KCAE are 8000feet plus long.
5. sparks...seen by controllers...could be many sources, among them: engine, brakes, tail skid/tail on rotation
6. did you see investigator "sniffing" something on the video feed?