Historical Events tagged with "Ustica"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Ustica Massacre and Itavia Flight 870 Crash

June 27th, 1980 44 years ago

Itavia Flight 870, a DC-9 aircraft, crashed into the Tyrrhenian Sea while en route from Bologna to Palermo, killing all 81 passengers and crew aboard. This incident has been shrouded in mystery, including allegations of a military missile strike and a subsequent cover-up. The aircraft vanished from radar shortly after departure, leading to extensive investigations by Italian authorities and military officials. Numerous theories emerged regarding the cause of the crash, contributing to a prolonged debate over accountability and truth in aviation safety.

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