American Airlines Flight 514 was a scheduled passenger flight that ultimately ended in disaster on its approach to land at LaGuardia Airport. The aircraft, a Boeing 707, was mostly flying normally, but encountered significant issues as it approached Calverton Executive Airpark in New York. Onboard were five individuals, including crew members and one passenger. Eyewitness accounts described seeing the plane descend rapidly before disappearing from view and crashing into a wooded area adjacent to the airpark. This was an area with limited visibility, which may have contributed to the crash and subsequent fatalities. Fortunately, due to the remote location, there were no injuries or fatalities on the ground.Following the crash, a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) investigation was launched to determine the precise causes of the accident. The investigation uncovered possible mechanical failures and deficiencies in the maintenance procedures of the aircraft. Furthermore, pilot error was also examined, as the flight crew was criticized for not properly responding to the aircraft's alerts and warnings. The findings prompted a review of safety protocols and landing procedures, underscoring the need for improved training for commercial flight crews and not just the mechanical aspects of airplane operation.