Historical Events tagged with "aviation"
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Aviaco Flight 118 crashes near A Coruña Airport
Aviaco Flight 118, a scheduled domestic flight, was en route from Madrid to A Coruña when it crashed while attempting to land. The Boeing 727-100 aircraft lost control and impacted near the airport, resulting in the deaths of all 84 passengers and crew on board, along with one person on the ground. Technical malfunctions and adverse weather conditions contributed to the tragic accident.
Continue ReadingDL 723 Crash at Logan International Airport
A Delta Air Lines jetliner, flight DL 723, encountered difficulties while landing in dense fog at Logan International Airport in Boston, Massachusetts. The aircraft crashed on approach, resulting in the loss of 89 lives. This tragic incident highlighted the dangers of landing in adverse weather conditions and prompted a review of airport safety protocols.
Continue ReadingPan Am Flight 816 Crashes Shortly After Takeoff
Pan Am Flight 816, a scheduled passenger flight, crashed shortly after taking off from Faa'a International Airport in Papeete, French Polynesia, resulting in 78 fatalities. The aircraft, a Boeing 707, suffered a critical failure of its powerplant during takeoff. Rescue teams faced challenging conditions as the wreckage was located near the airport, complicating recovery efforts. The crash highlighted the need for improved safety protocols in aviation.
Continue ReadingVarig Flight 820 Crash Near Orly Airport
Varig Flight 820, a Boeing 707-320, crashed while approaching Orly Airport, Paris, killing 123 of the 134 passengers and crew on board. The aircraft encountered difficulty due to smoke in the cockpit and potential structural failure, leading to a rapid descent into a residential area. The subsequent investigations revealed critical issues relating to safety protocols and prompted significant changes in aviation regulations, especially concerning cabin smoking and in-flight safety measures.
Continue ReadingConcorde 001 Follows Moon's Shadow
On this remarkable day, Concorde 001, the world's first supersonic passenger aircraft, successfully intercepted the path of a total solar eclipse. As it flew over the Atlantic, the aircraft was able to extend its observation of the total eclipse by following the moon's shadow. This unique airborne experience allowed passengers to witness the eclipse in a way that has never been replicated.
Continue ReadingAeroméxico Flight 229 crashes during landing
Aeroméxico Flight 229, a Lockheed L-188 Electra, crashed while attempting to land at Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport near Puerto Vallarta. The incident occurred around noon, resulting in the loss of all 27 individuals aboard. The flight was en route from Mexico City to the airport. Reports indicated that poor weather conditions and potential pilot error may have contributed to the crash.
Continue ReadingTupolev Tu-144 Crash Near Paris
A Soviet supersonic passenger aircraft, the Tupolev Tu-144, crashed near Goussainville, France, resulting in the loss of 14 lives. This marked the first crash of a supersonic passenger aircraft during a demonstration flight. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff, while the crew was conducting a test flight for the aircraft, which was known for its high-speed capabilities and was developed in competition with the Concorde. The crash raised significant concerns about the safety of supersonic air travel.
Continue ReadingIndian Airlines Flight 440 Crash in Delhi
Indian Airlines Flight 440, a scheduled domestic flight, crashed near Palam Airport in Delhi while on approach. The aircraft, a Hawker Siddeley HS 748, was attempting to land when it struck a ridge and subsequently broke apart. The accident resulted in the loss of 48 lives, including crew and passengers. The flight was en route from Calicut to Delhi and faced challenges due to adverse weather conditions. Investigations into the crash revealed mechanical failures and poor visibility, prompting changes in safety regulations for Indian aviation.
Continue ReadingAeroflot Flight 109 Hijacking and Explosion
Aeroflot Flight 109 was hijacked by a lone assailant while en route from Tashkent to Leningrad in the Soviet Union. The hijacker, Igor Dmitrievich Goryunov, demanded to be flown to a different destination and threatened to detonate a bomb he claimed to have. The situation escalated, culminating in the explosion of the bomb, which destroyed the aircraft and resulted in the deaths of all 82 individuals onboard, including passengers and crew members.
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