Historical Events tagged with "airline safety"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Surinam Airways Crash during Approach to Paramaribo

June 7th, 1989 35 years ago

Surinam Airways Flight 764, a McDonnell Douglas DC-8, crashed on approach to Paramaribo-Zanderij International Airport due to pilot error, resulting in the deaths of 176 of the 187 people aboard. The flight commenced from Amsterdam, Netherlands, carrying passengers and crew when it encountered difficulties during landing procedures. The aircraft reportedly failed to maintain proper altitude and airspeed, leading to a devastating impact shortly before touchdown.

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Fatal Crash of United Airlines Flight 2860

December 18th, 1977 47 years ago

United Airlines Flight 2860, a Douglas DC-8, crashed in Kaysville, Utah, resulting in the deaths of all three crew members on board. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff from Salt Lake City International Airport, where the aircraft suffered a catastrophic engine failure. Despite efforts to regain control, the plane descended rapidly, impacting a field near Kaysville. The crash raised concerns regarding aircraft safety and maintenance protocols.

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Air Disaster of Aeroflot Flight 15

February 29th, 1968 57 years ago

Aeroflot Flight 15, a Soviet airliner, crashed in Irkutsk Oblast, resulting in the deaths of 83 out of 84 people on board. The aircraft encountered a loss of control for reasons that remain unclear. The incident not only shocked the Soviet aviation community but also raised questions about safety measures and operational procedures within Soviet airlines during this era of rapid development in aviation technology.

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Continental Airlines Flight 11 Bombing Incident

May 22nd, 1962 62 years ago

Continental Airlines Flight 11 tragically crashed in Unionville, Missouri, after two bombs detonated onboard. The explosion led to the death of all 45 people aboard, marking a significant point in aviation safety concerns. The incident was linked to a revenge plot by a disgruntled employee against the airline, highlighting vulnerabilities in air security during the early 1960s.

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Deadliest Plane Crash in U.S. History

September 1st, 1961 63 years ago

TWA Flight 529, a Lockheed L-1049 Super Constellation, crashed shortly after takeoff from Midway Airport in Chicago, resulting in the deaths of all 78 passengers and crew members on board. The flight was en route to New York City when it encountered what was later determined to be a catastrophic mechanical failure. This incident raised awareness about airline safety regulations and led to a review of aircraft maintenance practices across the aviation industry.

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First Proven Sabotage in Commercial Aviation

October 10th, 1933 91 years ago

A United Airlines Boeing 247 was destroyed by sabotage while operating on a flight from Cleveland to Newark. This incident marked the first documented case of sabotage in commercial aviation history. The aircraft exploded shortly after takeoff due to an explosive device hidden in the plane. All 11 people on board lost their lives, raising serious concerns about airline security and safety protocols in an increasingly commercialized aviation industry.

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