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Investigation into the Qantas flight 1 incident unveiled a troubling series of misunderstandings and procedural failings. Although Qantas had established rigorous safety procedures, the crew's decisions deviated from best practices in practice. The crew failed to assess the runway’s water level impact adequately and selected configurations that compromised safety.
Additionally, the airplane’s transition from standard operating protocols underscored the critical need for proper crew resource management, emphasizing communication and teamwork.