Historical Events tagged with "accident"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Aeroflot Flight A-13 crashes shortly after takeoff

August 18th, 1973 51 years ago

Aeroflot Flight A-13 took off from Baku-Bina International Airport in Azerbaijan but crashed shortly after due to an unknown cause. The accident resulted in the deaths of 56 passengers and crew members, while eight others suffered injuries. The flight was operated by a Tupolev Tu-154 aircraft and was headed toward the Soviet Union. Investigations followed to determine the crash's circumstances and contributing factors, impacting safety regulations in aviation.

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Aviaco Flight 118 crashes near A Coruña Airport

August 13th, 1973 51 years ago

Aviaco Flight 118, a scheduled domestic flight, was en route from Madrid to A Coruña when it crashed while attempting to land. The Boeing 727-100 aircraft lost control and impacted near the airport, resulting in the deaths of all 84 passengers and crew on board, along with one person on the ground. Technical malfunctions and adverse weather conditions contributed to the tragic accident.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Pan Am Flight 816 Crashes Shortly After Takeoff

July 22nd, 1973 51 years ago

Pan Am Flight 816, a scheduled passenger flight, crashed shortly after taking off from Faa'a International Airport in Papeete, French Polynesia, resulting in 78 fatalities. The aircraft, a Boeing 707, suffered a critical failure of its powerplant during takeoff. Rescue teams faced challenging conditions as the wreckage was located near the airport, complicating recovery efforts. The crash highlighted the need for improved safety protocols in aviation.

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Accidents & Tragedies

BLEVE Incident in Kingman, Arizona

July 5th, 1973 51 years ago

A boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion occurred in Kingman, Arizona, during the transfer of propane from a railroad car to a storage tank. A fire ignited in the process, leading to a catastrophic explosion known as a BLEVE. The explosion resulted in the tragic deaths of eleven firefighters who were on-site responding to the emergency. The incident highlighted the dangers associated with handling volatile substances.

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Crime & Law

House Fire in Hull, England Kills Boy

June 23rd, 1973 51 years ago

A fire in a residential house in Hull claimed the life of a six-year-old boy. Initially reported as an accident, investigations later suggested the fire was deliberately set, marking the beginning of a series of incidents linked to notorious arsonist Peter Dinsdale. Over the next seven years, Dinsdale would be responsible for 26 deaths by fire, terrorizing communities and igniting fears of rampant arson. The tragic loss of the young boy drew attention to the growing threat of arson in urban areas.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Indian Airlines Flight 440 Crash in Delhi

May 31st, 1973 51 years ago

Indian Airlines Flight 440, a scheduled domestic flight, crashed near Palam Airport in Delhi while on approach. The aircraft, a Hawker Siddeley HS 748, was attempting to land when it struck a ridge and subsequently broke apart. The accident resulted in the loss of 48 lives, including crew and passengers. The flight was en route from Calicut to Delhi and faced challenges due to adverse weather conditions. Investigations into the crash revealed mechanical failures and poor visibility, prompting changes in safety regulations for Indian aviation.

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Aeroflot Flight 6551 crashes in Semey

May 11th, 1973 51 years ago

Aeroflot Flight 6551, a domestic passenger flight, tragically crashed in Semey, part of the Kazakh Soviet Socialist Republic, killing all 63 individuals on board. The aircraft, a Tupolev Tu-154, was on a routine flight when it encountered severe turbulence during its descent. Despite efforts by the crew to stabilize the aircraft, it fell from the sky and impacted the ground. Investigations revealed that mechanical failure contributed to the disaster.

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Invicta International Airlines Flight 435 Crash

April 10th, 1973 51 years ago

Invicta International Airlines Flight 435 crashed while approaching Basel in Switzerland during a severe snowstorm. Onboard were 108 individuals who tragically lost their lives as the plane encountered challenging weather conditions. Despite the pilots' efforts to navigate through the storm, the aircraft failed to reach safety and went down near the airport, highlighting the dangers of aviation under adverse conditions.

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EgyptAir Flight 741 crashes in Cyprus

January 29th, 1973 52 years ago

EgyptAir Flight 741 tragically crashed into the Kyrenia Mountains in Cyprus while en route from Cairo to Larnaca. The Boeing 707 was carrying 60 people, including passengers and crew members. Poor weather conditions contributed to the accident, leading to the loss of 37 lives. Rescue efforts were complicated by the mountainous terrain and inclement weather, highlighting challenges in aviation safety during that era.

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