From Machaca' picture of the JAL accident....
The aluminum structure to the right of the photo shows evidence of being torn away from similar structure.
I don't think the firefighter could have accomplished that kind of damage, the Aluminum is torn. i think that could be evidence of an explosive force prior to arrival of the FF crew, an explosion.
Also there is damage in the adjacent bay to the right, fire damage, it looks like....Although early press was specific in claiming no damage to equipment "within twenty inches of the battary case", that seems to have been incorrect.
I think the twenty inch distance is a requirement of the 'special waiver' given to this LithiumIon chemistry...
Last edited by Lyman; 6th February 2013 at 12:42.