While we're waiting, some definitions from the
"Service Inquiry report into the accident involving Royal Air Force Aerobatic Team (RAFAT) Hawk T Mk1 XX179, near Bournemouth on 20 August 2011."
Cause: An event that led directly to the accident
Contributory Factor: A factor which made the accident more likely
Aggravating Factor: A factor which made the outcome worse
Other Factor: A factor which was none of the above, but was noteworthy in that it may cause or contribute to future accidents
Observations: An issue that was not relevant to the accident but worthy of consideration to promote better working practices
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