[KsSunflower]

On approach...not the terrorist M.O....not maximum fuel for impact.

[itsinthebag]

"On approach...not the terrorist M.O....not maximum fuel for impact."

At this point, if it is the work of terrorists, any killing of Americans would have an impact.

[VietVet]

It could very well be an accident. It would not be the first airliner that crashed short of landing. But whether accident or attack, what a horror! In a residential neigborhood ... and all those people.

[is_is]

Terrorists only consistant MO developed over time is to kill lots of people....in that regard this fits......who knows though....we'll see.

[Kevin Curry]

On approach...not the terrorist M.O....not maximum fuel for impact.

We'll see. In the wake of increased security measures post-9/11, the 9/11 M.O. may have given way to more opportunistic tactics, e.g., sabotage, ground-to-air attack etc. A big plane going down in a crowded city suburb still packs a wallop and makes a statement even if not fully fueled.

If it is not terrorist-related, the timing and venue are nevertheless astonishing and especially unfortunate. This will be another savage blow to American Airlines and the airline industry.