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The investigation uncovered a troubling irony: the very insistence on safety that led the crew to return to the gate ultimately contributed to the disaster that followed. The lack of a functioning takeoff warning system further complicated matters, adding another layer of accountability beyond the crew’s lapses.

Recommendations for Future Safety

In light of the findings, the report made several recommendations, including:

• Implementing required pre-flight tests for the takeoff warning system.

• Amending certification requirements to prevent a critical failure from disabling key safety systems.

• Providing clearer guidelines and training on crew resource management, emphasizing a sterile cockpit during taxi and takeoff.