The NTSB said other factors leading to the crash included the pilot's inability to perform a crucial flight maneuver known as autorotation after heranout of fuel.
"As soon ashe came out I ran straight to the middle of the wicket to say to him that I thought it was a very gutsy and very good effort for him to come out and bat, and do the best that he possibly could for his team, " said Ponting.
Ashe was still speaking when time ranout for the debate the bill failed to gain a second reading, meaning it stands little chance of making further progress.