So back to the question, what was the debris from?

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The discussion centers around the mysterious crash of Air France Flight 447, with participants expressing confusion and speculation about the debris found in the Atlantic Ocean. Initial reports indicated that the wreckage was not from the missing plane, leading to conflicting theories about the cause of the crash. An oil slick was found, but officials stated it did not originate from the Airbus, raising questions about its source. Some participants shared personal experiences related to grief and the search for closure, debating the significance of recovering bodies versus wreckage. The conversation also touched on the possibility of other debris being misidentified and the emotional complexities surrounding loss, particularly when bodies are not recovered. Theories about potential mid-air collisions and even alien involvement were humorously suggested, reflecting the mix of serious and light-hearted tones in the discussion. Ultimately, the need for clarity and evidence surrounding the crash remains a key concern among participants.
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Borek said:
From the very beginning we were all the time told about 24 (or something) failure messages sent automatically by plane. From what was repeated - ad nauseam - by media, these messages serve just the purpose you have mentioned - they help in servicing the plane once landed. I suppose s/he referred to these messages? Or is there something new?

Airbus obviously know they fit an ACARS, but how much data they configure it to send and if they log and/or store the messages is upto the individual airline or sometimes the maintenance contractor. So the airframe maker cannot rely on the messages for accident investigation.
Rolls-Royce particularly log a huge amount of data for their engines which the airframe maker and the airline wouldn't know about and wouldn't normally have access to.

The ACARs is also used by the airline to generate ontime departure/arrival info which has led to allegations of some flight crews (not AirFrance!) being a little naughty by opening the door while still taxiing (so the ACARS logs an earlier arrival time for a late flight) or pulling fuses if they are over hours.
 

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