27-12-2016, 03:21 AM
Lauren Johnson Wrote:Magda Hassan Wrote:Fine. But what was it then? Experienced pilot. Full tank. Just a couple of kilometres from take off. Light/explosion seen in sky. Not deep water. Wide recovery area. It seems the authorities are wanting to play this very quiet indeed.
If it was murder, I am convinced Russia will not admit it, since it would require the state to do something about it.
These were military entertainers with the Russian military probably providing security. A culture of strict accountability, no doubt, which has its pros and cons in terms of organizational efficacy. One of the cons is a heightened incentive to ass cover and deny fault. If that isn't the reason, perhaps there are overriding diplomatic considerations.
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