In the digital age, speed often outruns accuracy. News travels faster than facts, especially on social media platforms where engagement is rewarded more than verification.
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When a serious aviation incident occurs—or is believed to have occurred—the information flow follows a predictable pattern:
### 1. Initial Alert
The first reports often come from:
* Air traffic control communications
* Emergency response dispatches
* Airport authorities
* Eyewitness accounts (which can be inaccurate)
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