Motives
Phatswe had repeatedly threatened airport authorities, telling them that he would kill himself, but never gave a reason. At the time of the incident he was on medical leave from the airline, having failed a physical two months previously and been declared unfit to fly; consequently, he was not authorized to take the plane. Airport security was reported to be lax, and it was said to be quite easy for somebody to steal an aircraft.
It was later revealed that Phatswe had AIDS, although what part this may have played in his actions is not known. Prior to his medical suspension, he had been coordinating safety operations for the airline.
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