Tragic

THE world was shocked over reports of the sudden disappearance of yet another Malaysia-based aircraft. It was the third time in 2014.
AirAsia flight QZ8501 was scheduled to arrive to Singapore, but went missing early Sunday, Dec. 28 with 155 passengers and 7 crewmembers on board.
Earlier statements of the company said the aircraft disappeared, but as the search and rescue operations proceeded, details of the incident became clearer for the authorities.
The pilot reportedly asked permission from the controller to deviate to a higher course due to bad weather.
“Last contact was with the Jakarta tower, pilot requested permission to avoid clouds and fly to 38,000 feet,” Transport Ministry official Djoko Murdjatmodjo said. “The plane is in good condition but the weather is not so good.”
As of the moment, 30 bodies have been recovered out of the 162 passengers on board. The plane itself has yet to be located.
Despite the days that have already passed, having survivors from the crash might not be ruled out. The families of the passengers are advised to pray for the safety of their loved ones.
The Indonesian government and the search and rescue team, in turn, must do their job efficiently as people await the fate of the people who remain missing.
Moreoever, the event may serve as a lesson for the international community. Experts say that the lack of technological advancement in the airbus has made it hard for them to find the exact crash site.
Considering this was not the first time this happened, investing on equipment that would by useful in emergency situations should be looked upon.
(AJPress)