NTSB says runway lights that might have helped in foggy San Diego crash hadn’t worked since 2022.

[ 18/06/2025 20:44 ] Read on sandiegouniontribune.com

Report Overview: The article provides a factual account of the crash and the circumstances surrounding it, with minimal use of manipulative techniques. However, there are some instances of omission of key information and unsubstantiated claims.

Sides Objectivity Scores

NTSB (90)

Pilot (80)

Sides Representation Balance

Favored Side

None

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Detected Manipulations & Suggested Changes

Omission of key information

Leaving out important details that could provide a fuller understanding of the situation.

The article mentions that the runway lights hadn't worked since 2022 and that repairs were delayed due to an environmental study, but it doesn't provide details on why the study was necessary or what steps were being taken to expedite repairs.

Include information on why the environmental study was necessary and what specific steps are being taken to address the delay in repairs.

Unsubstantiated claims

Making claims without providing evidence or support.

The article states that it's unclear whether the pilot knew the lights were out of service, but it doesn't provide any evidence or statements from the pilot or other sources to support this claim.

Provide statements or evidence from the pilot or other credible sources to clarify whether the pilot was aware of the runway lights being out of service.

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