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As the aircraft took off at approximately 5:35 AM local time, the atmosphere in the cockpit felt relaxed. The pilots prepared for a flight that would take them northwest over the Java Sea, flanked by thunderstorms. However, hidden deep within the aircraft's electronic systems, a fault had developed, one that had surfaced in previous flights without serious ramifications. This time, it would lead to catastrophic consequences, compounded by miscommunication and training deficiencies.