"There seems to be an unseemly rush to attribute this tragic accident to weather. A/C have been flying through the ITCZ/ITF ever since transport flying started, Its not pleasant but it is do able in safety. When there is a desire to determine the cause without a proper investigation there is normally a cover up about."
Maybe.
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