Historical Events tagged with "boeing707"
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Transportation & Infrastructure
Disappearance of Varig Flight Over Pacific Ocean
January 30th, 1979 46 years ago
A Varig Boeing 707-323C freighter vanished over the Pacific Ocean 30 minutes after departing from Tokyo. The aircraft, under the command of Captain Aroldo Gomes, lost contact with air traffic control during its scheduled flight, prompting extensive search efforts. Despite comprehensive searches, no wreckage or survivors were found, leading to significant concerns about aviation safety and operational protocols in the region.
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