Once again the media recognizes AGF for its experience in airline security failures following the Christmas Day terrorist attempt on a U.S. bound flight from Amsterdam. The terrorist was unsuccessful in detonating the explosive, but that was all that kept the aircraft from crashing over a populous U.S. city. Airport security measures did not stop the plot and all of the necessary explosive components from being assembled on the Delta/Northwest plane. AGF partner Keith Franz, lead counsel for the firm's 9/11 litigation against the airlines and security companies responsible for the failures that allowed the 9/11 terrorists to board their flights is interviewed on the similarities between this close call and the 9/11 tragedy and what needs to be done to secure the public in the future.

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http://www.abc2news.com/mediacenter/local.aspx?articleID=20735

Common Causes of Plane Crashes

There are many possible causes of plane crashes.  Unfortunately, many crash victims conclude that the event is nothing more than an unavoidable accident.  But many of these tragic events are caused by a situation that was foreseeable and therefore, preventable.  This can result in legal rights for victims.  Trained investigators and attorneys with experience representing victims of plane crashes can provide these answers.  Some common causes include:

1. Human Error
1. Did a pilot make a mistake?
2. Was the pilot in the proper physical condition required to fly?
3. Was the plane properly maintained in a safe condition?
4. Did an air traffic controller make a mistake?
5. Did someone violate aviation regulations?

2. Mechanical Failure
1. Did a component part fail because of a maintenance error?
2. Was it a design or manufacturing defect?
3.  Was the aircraft part properly installed and was it operating as designed?

3. Weather
1. Were the adverse weather conditions predicted?
2. Did some responsible party take an unnecessary risk?

4. Terrorism
1. Is someone criminally or civilly responsible for the crash?
2. Help the United States Department of Homeland Security, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) continue to ensure your safety. http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?theme=175
3. Sign-up to receive TSA travel alerts: http://www.tsa.gov/public/display?theme=158