# The flap examination found the flaps were not extended at separation, which argues against a flaps-down…

> The flap examination found the flaps were not extended at separation, which argues against a flaps-down ditching.

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# The flap examination found the flaps were not extended at separation, which argues against a flaps-down…

The flap examination found the flaps were not extended at separation, which argues against a flaps-down ditching.

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## What it bears on 1 answer

[Beyond the searched band, because the aircraft was flown or glided after fuel exhaustion.](https://mysteriesdept.com/mysteries/mh370/answers/ANS0CWY76Y679KG/beyond-the-searched-band-because-the-aircraft-was-flown-or)

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## Cite it

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Mysteries Department. (2026). The flap examination found the flaps were not extended at separation, which argues against a flaps-down… [Evidence EVD0CWY77600AHJ]. https://mysteriesdept.com/r/EVD0CWY77600AHJ
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