Historical Events tagged with "airline"
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Korean Air Flight 801 Crash in Guam
Korean Air Flight 801 was a scheduled international flight from Seoul, South Korea to Guam. On August 6, 1997, the aircraft, a Boeing 747-300, crashed into Nimitz Hill, near the airport in Guam, killing 229 of the 254 people aboard. The crash occurred while the plane was attempting to land in poor weather conditions, leading to a failure in navigation and descent management.
Continue ReadingChina Southern Airlines Flight 3456 Fatal Crash
On approach to Bao'an International Airport, China Southern Airlines Flight 3456 crashed, resulting in the loss of 35 lives. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas MD-82, was executing a landing when it encountered difficulties. The accident raised concerns over aviation safety protocols in China, prompting investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Rescue efforts were swift, but the impact of the crash led to increased scrutiny of operational procedures within the airline.
Continue ReadingComair Flight 3272 crashes in Michigan
Comair Flight 3272, a Bombardier Canadair CRJ-200, crashed near Raisinville Township in Monroe County, Michigan, killing all 29 people on board. The aircraft, operated by Comair as a Delta Connection flight, was en route from Cincinnati, Ohio, to Detroit, Michigan. Shortly after takeoff, the flight began experiencing severe icing conditions, which contributed to the loss of control and subsequent crash into a field. The incident underscored the significant challenges of winter flying and the importance of monitoring weather conditions.
Continue ReadingTAM Flight 402 Crashes in São Paulo
TAM Transportes Aéreos Regionais Flight 402 crashed on approach to São Paulo, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of 99 individuals on board. The aircraft, an Embraer EMB-120 Brasília, encountered severe weather conditions and difficulties during landing, leading to the accident. The incident highlighted issues in aviation safety protocols and emergency response in adverse weather, raising concerns about the operational practices of regional airlines in Brazil.
Continue ReadingFire leads to ValuJet Flight 592 crash
After departing from Miami, ValuJet Airlines Flight 592 experienced a catastrophic accident caused by a fire in the cargo hold due to improperly handled chemical oxygen generators. The Douglas DC-9 aircraft was en route to Atlanta when the fire spread quickly, leading to a crash in the Florida Everglades that resulted in the loss of all 110 individuals on board, including passengers and crew members.
Continue ReadingBirgenair Flight 301 Plane Crash Details
Birgenair Flight 301, a Boeing 757 aircraft, crashed off the coast of the Dominican Republic, leading to the loss of all 189 lives on board. The flight was en route from Puerto Plata to New York City. Shortly after takeoff, the aircraft encountered a fatal failure of its instruments, causing the crew to lose control. Despite being a popular charter service, the disaster highlighted serious safety concerns regarding the airline's operational practices, including maintenance and pilot training, ultimately prompting a reevaluation of aviation regulations and oversight in the Dominican Republic.
Continue ReadingChina Northern Airlines Flight 6901 Crash
China Northern Airlines Flight 6901 crashed while approaching Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport in Ürümqi, resulting in the loss of 12 lives. The aircraft was a McDonnell Douglas MD-82, and during its descent, it encountered poor weather conditions, contributing to the tragedy. This incident highlighted issues related to aviation safety and operational challenges faced by airlines in mountainous regions.
Continue ReadingGeorgian Airlines Tu-154 Shooting Incident
A Transair Georgian Airlines Tu-154 was shot down by a missile while approaching Sukhumi, Georgia, during a period of conflict. The aircraft, carrying both passengers and crew, was targeted by ground-to-air fire amid the civil strife prevalent in the area. This incident raised international concerns regarding aviation safety and regional hostilities.
Continue ReadingChina Southern Airlines Flight 3943 Crash Incident
China Southern Airlines Flight 3943 was preparing to land at Guilin Qifengling Airport when it crashed, killing all 141 people on board. The aircraft, an Airbus A310-300, encountered difficulties during its final approach. Despite efforts from the flight crew, the plane lost altitude and crashed in a mountainous area near the airport. The tragedy raised questions about aviation safety protocols in China.
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