短语讲解：

1. The recording suggests the pilot tried to break down the door into the cockpit.

break down 失败; 划分（以便分析）; 损坏
例句：This innovation would help to break down the classes. 
这种改革将有助于打破等级制度。 

2. Arab media reported airstrikes on Yemeni airbases in other cities, as well.

as well 也，还有
例句：Boys as well as girls are taught cookery in school these days. 
现在学校里男女学生都学烹饪。