Historical Events tagged with "aircraft crash"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Aviogenex Flight 130 Crash in Rijeka

May 23rd, 1971 53 years ago

Aviogenex Flight 130, a Yugoslavian charter flight, crashed on approach to Rijeka Airport in Croatia, resulting in the deaths of seventy-eight people. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas DC-9, was experiencing adverse weather conditions when it attempted to land. The crash involved passengers and crew, leading to a significant loss of life and raising concerns regarding aviation safety protocols in the region.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Fatal NASA T-38 Crash at McDonnell Aircraft Factory

February 28th, 1966 59 years ago

A NASA T-38 Talon crashed into the McDonnell Aircraft factory while attempting a landing at Lambert Field in St. Louis under poor visibility conditions. The aircraft was carrying astronauts Elliot See and Charles Bassett, who both lost their lives in the incident. The crash occurred during a routine training flight that was complicated by heavy fog and reduced visibility.

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Accidents & Tragedies

United Air Lines Flight 227 Crashes in Salt Lake City

November 11th, 1965 59 years ago

United Air Lines Flight 227, a Douglas DC-8, crashed during its landing approach at Salt Lake City International Airport. The flight was arriving from Los Angeles when it struck a levee near the airport. Of the 85 individuals on board, 43 lost their lives, while the remaining 42 survived the incident. This catastrophe drew significant attention to flight safety protocols.

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Crime & Law

Pacific Airlines Flight 773 Hijacking and Crash

May 7th, 1964 60 years ago

Pacific Airlines Flight 773 was hijacked by Francisco Gonzales while en route from Sacramento to San Francisco. The aircraft, a Martin 4-0-4, was taken over during the flight in the airspace above Contra Costa County, California. Gonzales demanded the pilots fly to Mexico, but in the struggle that ensued, the plane ultimately crashed, killing all 44 passengers and crew on board. The hijacking resulted in Grand Theft charges against Gonzales.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Capital Airlines Flight 67 crashes in Michigan

April 6th, 1958 66 years ago

On a spring night, Capital Airlines Flight 67 crashed in Tittabawassee Township, Michigan, near Freeland Tri-City Airport, killing all 47 passengers and crew aboard. The aircraft was a Convair 440 Metropolitan, operating a scheduled flight from Cleveland, Ohio, to Detroit, Michigan. In difficult weather conditions, the flight encountered heavy turbulence and poor visibility before tragically descending to the ground. The crash site was approximately three miles from the airport, and emergency responders faced immediate challenges due to the remote location.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Short Solent 3 Aircraft Crash near Chessell

November 15th, 1957 67 years ago

A Short Solent 3 flying boat crash-landed near Chessell, resulting in damage but no fatalities among the crew. The aircraft was on a routine flight when it encountered issues, forcing it to attempt an emergency landing. The event drew attention to the operational challenges faced by flying boats during this period.

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Technology & Innovation

Howard Hughes' XF-11 Prototype Crashes in Beverly Hills

July 7th, 1946 78 years ago

Howard Hughes, the American aviation pioneer, experienced a near-fatal accident when his XF-11 reconnaissance aircraft prototype crashed into a Beverly Hills neighborhood. The crash occurred during a test flight, leading to a dramatic emergency landing in a residential area. Hughes managed to escape the wreckage of the aircraft despite sustaining serious injuries, highlighting both his daring spirit and the risks associated with experimental aviation technology.

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