EgyptAir MS804 Loss Still A Mystery

The loss of EgyptAir Flight MS804, which disappeared a year ago over the Mediterranean, killing all 66 aboard, is still a mystery. The current working theory is that the pilot’s iPad or smart phone overheated and caused an explosion in the cockpit area.

The original reports by Greek aviation officials told of dramatic “swerving” moments before the plane left radar. Those reports were first denied by the head of Egypt’s air navigation and then confirmed. Egyptian authorities next claimed that evidence of explosive material was found on the remains of passengers. That theory was subsequently disproved.

Various other possibilities have been floated including a fire on board, issues with the plane’s computer or electrical system, a bomb or an explosion caused by a lithium battery.

EgyptAir 804: Another AirBus 320 Disappears

EgyptAir Flight MS804 went missing this morning. The Airbus A320 was en route to Cairo from the Charles de Gaule Airport in Paris. It disappeared from radar while over the Mediterranean Sea.

There were 66 on board including 56 passengers and 10 crew; three children are among those missing according to one report.

Final Route of EgyptAir Flight 804 (Aljazeera)