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Old 12th September 2001 | 21:15
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The question raised over the "slipping" of the aircraft into the second tower is interesting. I have watched the approach of the UA 767 into the building and concluded:

1. The pilot crossed his controls to expose the wings to 5-10 floors, as opposed to crashing in into one, to gain maximum devastation.

2. It was a higly executed and professional flying manouver to precisely hit the spot and to prevent any possible drift - which suggests complete manual control over the aircraft.

It is also interesting to note that at least one of the aircraft, before the transponder was turned off, indicated a new airport code had been entered into the FMC which suggests the hijackers had enough knowledge to re-do the route. This would indicate a relatively high level of workings in the systems and handling of the aircraft - something that would surely come from groundschool and sim preparations.

A shocking, deeply disturbing episode in world history.

May God give wisdom to those left, and blessings to those lost.
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