CNN Forensic Files March 27, 2014 07:34:00
The plane would shatter into thousands of small pieces. a mid-air explosion could produce larger debris and a wider field. but if someone attempted a controlled landing, the plane could break into large pieces. what sinks and what floats depends on what it's made of. >> i think floating today definitely seat cushions and definitely insulation. >> plastic and composite parts of the plane like overhead bins and the tail could be floating. air france 447's tail was floating days after it crashes. heavy metal pieces would sink. all of that considered these satellite images may not even be the lead...
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