🌩️The flight crew faced poor weather conditions, including thunderstorms.
🗺️The crew had to navigate through challenging terrain, including Mount Cameroon.
🚀The flight was delayed due to weather concerns and communication with headquarters for updated weather information.
🚨The first officer observed a strange return on the navigation display, initially thinking it was false.
✈️The crew had to adjust their flight plan and choose a different route to avoid the thunderstorms.
What challenges did Air France Flight 953 face?
—Air France Flight 953 faced challenges such as poor weather conditions, thunderstorms, and difficult terrain, including Mount Cameroon.
How did the crew handle the weather situation?
—The crew diligently monitored the weather using radar and made critical decisions to navigate around the thunderstorms and avoid dangerous terrain.
Why was the flight delayed?
—The flight was delayed due to weather concerns and the captain's need for updated weather information from headquarters.
What did the first officer observe on the navigation display?
—The first officer observed a strange return on the navigation display, initially thinking it was a false reading.
How did the crew adjust their flight plan?
—The crew chose a different route to avoid the thunderstorms, ensuring the safety of the flight and the passengers on board.
00:00Air France Flight 953 faces challenging weather and terrain conditions.
01:40The crew receives updated weather information from headquarters.
02:50The first officer observes a strange return on the navigation display.
04:30The crew adjusts their flight plan to avoid thunderstorms and difficult terrain.
