Historical Events tagged with "aircraft"
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EgyptAir Flight 804 crashes into Mediterranean Sea
EgyptAir Flight 804, traveling from Paris to Cairo, crashed into the Mediterranean Sea, resulting in the loss of all 66 passengers and crew members on board. The flight lost contact shortly before entering Egyptian airspace. The search and recovery operations yielded debris and personal effects, raising concerns over the safety of air travel and the potential causes of incidents in the region.
Continue ReadingIndonesia AirAsia Flight 8501 crashes into Karimata Strait
Indonesia AirAsia Flight 8501 was a scheduled flight from Surabaya, Indonesia, to Singapore that crashed into the Karimata Strait. The flight lost contact with air traffic control less than 30 minutes after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all 162 passengers and crew aboard. The aircraft, an Airbus A320-216, encountered severe weather, which contributed to the tragic loss.
Continue ReadingBeechcraft Super King Air Crash in Wichita
A Beechcraft Super King Air aircraft crashed while attempting to land at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, resulting in the deaths of four individuals on board. The aircraft, operated by an undisclosed company at the time, was reportedly experiencing difficulties during its approach. Eyewitnesses observed the plane struggling to maintain altitude before the tragic incident occurred.
Continue ReadingFatal Sepahan Airlines Flight 5915 Crash
Sepahan Airlines Flight 5915 crashed while attempting to land at Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport. The crash resulted in the tragic loss of 40 lives. The flight was arriving from the city of Tabas, and preliminary investigations suggested that heavy fog conditions played a role in the accident. Eyewitnesses described hearing a loud noise before the aircraft went down, and emergency teams were swiftly dispatched to the scene to assist and recover casualties.
Continue ReadingUkrainian Il-76 Airlifter Shot Down in Conflict
A Ukrainian military Ilyushin Il-76 airlifter was shot down near Luhansk, Ukraine, resulting in the deaths of all 49 individuals on board. The aircraft was reportedly targeted by insurgents using anti-aircraft weapons while attempting to land at an airfield. This incident marked a significant escalation in ongoing tensions and military engagement in the region.
Continue ReadingSCAT Airlines Flight 760 crashes near Almaty
SCAT Airlines Flight 760, a regional passenger flight, crashed while attempting to land at Almaty International Airport in Kazakhstan. The aircraft, a Bombardier CRJ-200, was carrying 22 people, including passengers and crew. Tragically, 21 individuals lost their lives in the accident. The crash occurred in poor weather conditions characterized by heavy fog, which significantly reduced visibility. Only one person survived the incident, and the aftermath prompted an investigation into the flight's operations and adherence to safety protocols.
Continue ReadingSyrian Forces Shoot Down Turkish F-4 Phantom
A Turkish McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom II fighter plane was shot down by Syrian Armed Forces, resulting in the deaths of both pilots. The incident exacerbated the already tense relations between Turkey and Syria as both nations were navigating a complex political landscape amid the Syrian civil war. The aircraft was reportedly flying near the Turkish-Syrian border, where incursions had become a point of contention.
Continue ReadingUTair Flight 120 crashes shortly after takeoff
UTair Flight 120, a Tupolev Tu-134, crashed shortly after takeoff from Roshchino International Airport in Tyumen, Russia, killing 33 people and injuring 10. The aircraft, operating a domestic flight, encountered difficulties shortly after departure, leading to an emergency descent and subsequent impact near the airport. Eyewitnesses reported seeing smoke and flames as the plane went down, which sparked a rapid response from emergency services. Investigations revealed the crew faced adverse weather conditions at the time of takeoff.
Continue ReadingUPS Airlines Flight 6 In-Flight Fire Incident
UPS Airlines Flight 6 experienced a significant in-flight fire shortly after departing from Dubai International Airport. The aircraft, a Boeing 747-400F, was en route to Cologne, Germany, when the emergency transpired. The crew of two, consisting of Captain T. R. 'Tom' Atkinson and First Officer Andrew S. Wells, reported issues shortly after takeoff. Unfortunately, attempts to manage the fire were unsuccessful, leading to a crash near Nad Al Sheba, resulting in the death of both crew members.
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