AIR CRASH INVESTIGATIONS - CRACKED SOLDER JOINT - The Crash of Indonesia AirAsia Flight 8501

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The tragic incident involves an Airbus A320-216 on a flight from Surabaya to Singapore, where a critical failure of the Rudder Travel Limiter led to multiple system alerts and ultimately the loss of control. Despite the crew's attempts to reset the systems, the autopilot disengaged, resulting in a catastrophic accident that claimed the lives of all 162 passengers and crew. An investigation revealed that the failure was due to a cracked solder joint, highlighting the vulnerabilities in aircraft systems and the importance of thorough maintenance and safety protocols.