Continental Express Flight 2574 Incident

Continental Express Flight 2574, en route from Laredo to Houston, crashed due to maintenance errors. The flight, carrying 11 passengers, experienced a rapid descent and crash, resulting in the death of all on board. The NTSB investigation revealed that the crash was caused by the failure to reinsert screws on the left leading edge of the tail, highlighting human error in maintenance procedures. The safety board also faulted Continental Express for not ensuring proper maintenance protocols were followed.

What was the destination of Continental Express Flight 2574?

• Dallas

• Houston

• San Antonio

• Austin

How many passengers were on board Flight 2574?

• 10

• 14

• 12

• 11

What was the altitude drop of the plane in a few seconds?

• 3,000 ft

• 2,000 ft

• 1,000 ft

• 4,000 ft

What did the eyewitnesses hear before seeing the plane?

• A siren

• An explosion

• A loud crash

• A whistle

At what speed did Flight 2574 plummet to the ground?

• 250 mph

• 200 mph

• 300 mph

• 350 mph

What was the primary cause of the accident according to the NTSB?

• Pilot error

• Maintenance error

• Weather conditions

• Engine failure

What specific maintenance error was identified in the investigation?

• Unsecured cargo

• Incorrect fuel levels

• Missing screws on the left Leading Edge

• Faulty landing gear

How many bodies were found inside the wreckage?

• 10

• 8

• 12

• 14

What unprecedented step did the NTSB take in their report?

• Blaming the weather

• Faulting the airline for maintenance oversight

• Ignoring the maintenance errors

• Praising the pilots

Who was held responsible for ensuring maintenance procedures were followed?

• The NTSB

• Continental Express

• The passengers

• The pilots