AVIATION REPORTS - 1998 - A98H0003

1.4  Other Damage

Jet fuel was present on the surface of the water near the impact site for a few hours before evaporating. There was no apparent damage to the environment from the aircraft debris. The area surrounding the impact site was closed to marine traffic, including local fishery and tour boat operations, during salvage operations that lasted for approximately 13 months.

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