Flight data recorder found, 3 more victims identified from Sriwijaya Air flight SJ-182

The Flight Data Recorder (FDR) from Sriwijaya Air flight SJ-182 was found yesterday evening, as authorities identify more victims from the crash.  The search for the Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR), which makes the other half of the black boxes, is still underway. Armed Forces Commander Hadi Tjahjanto said the CVR could soon be found near the area where the FDR was recovered. Flight data, such as the plane’s altitude, speed, and engine condition, can be known through an analysis of the FDR, while the conversations between the pilot and copilots are recorded in the CVR. Together they make up what … Continue reading Flight data recorder found, 3 more victims identified from Sriwijaya Air flight SJ-182