Historical Events tagged with "atlantic ocean"
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Eastern Air Lines Flight 663 Crashes in Atlantic
Eastern Air Lines Flight 663, a scheduled flight from New York to Miami, crashed into the Atlantic Ocean shortly after takeoff from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport. All 84 people on board, including passengers and crew, perished in the incident. Preliminary investigations suggested that structural failure during flight may have contributed to the tragedy.
Continue ReadingTransit-5BN Satellite Fails and Spreads Plutonium
The Transit-5BN satellite, designed to enhance navigation capabilities for the U.S. Navy, failed to achieve orbit shortly after launch. During its re-entry, it released approximately 2.1 pounds (0.95 kg) of radioactive plutonium from its SNAP RTG power source. The incident occurred in the Atlantic Ocean, raising concerns about the environmental impact of space missions and the safety of radioactive materials in satellites.
Continue ReadingCruise Ship Lakonia Catches Fire
The cruise ship Lakonia caught fire while sailing 290 kilometers north of Madeira, Portugal, resulting in the loss of 128 lives. The tragedy unfolded quickly as the fire spread, leading to chaos on board the ship. Passengers struggled to escape the flames and smoke during the fateful incident. The cause of the fire was identified as a malfunction in the ship's electrical systems, exacerbated by inadequate emergency procedures.
Continue ReadingDitched Super Constellation in Atlantic Ocean
Flying Tiger Line Flight 923, operated by a Lockheed L-1049H Super Constellation, ditched into the Atlantic Ocean during a flight. Of the 76 occupants on board, 28 tragically lost their lives while 48 were rescued after enduring six hours at sea. The incident highlighted issues related to aviation safety and emergency responses over water.
Continue ReadingAir France Flight 2005 crash near Rabat
Air France Flight 2005 was a scheduled passenger flight that crashed shortly after takeoff from Rabat–Salé Airport in Morocco. The aircraft, a Douglas DC-7, encountered difficulties while climbing and crashed into the sea, resulting in the loss of 77 lives, including passengers and crew. The cause of the crash was linked to various factors, including mechanical failure and possible pilot error. Despite the recovery efforts, no survivors were found.
Continue ReadingU.S. Navy Captures German Submarine U-505
A hunter-killer group from the United States Navy successfully captured the German submarine U-505. This significant event marked the first time a U.S. Navy vessel had seized an enemy vessel at sea since the 19th century. During this encounter, the U-505 was found by the Navy's Task Group 22.3 off the coast of French West Africa. The capture was crucial for gathering intelligence on German submarine operations and marked a notable moment in naval warfare.
Continue ReadingGerman submarine U-574 sunk by HMS Stork
HMS Stork, commanded by Captain Frederic John Walker, engaged German submarine U-574 off Punta Delgada. The British warship successfully attacked with depth charges, leading to the sinking of U-574 and the loss of twenty-eight crew members. This encounter highlighted the intensifying battle for naval supremacy during World War II.
Continue ReadingSS Vestris Sinks Near Hampton Roads
The SS Vestris sank approximately 200 miles off Hampton Roads, Virginia, resulting in at least 110 fatalities, primarily among women and children. The vessel, initially traveling from Havana to New York City, faced severe weather conditions and encountered structural failures that forced passengers to abandon ship. Many succumbed to the ocean’s treacherous waters.
Continue ReadingSS Atlantic Shipwreck Near Nova Scotia
The White Star Line's SS Atlantic sank off Nova Scotia, resulting in the death of 547 passengers and crew. The ship, which was on a voyage from Liverpool to New York City, hit a rock during a storm near Meagher's Point. It struggled to maintain course and ultimately capsized, leading to one of the deadliest maritime disasters of its time.
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