Historical Events tagged with "collision"

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Accidents & Tragedies

EMB 120 Brasilia and Cessna 172 Mid-Air Collision

April 9th, 1990 34 years ago

An Embraer EMB 120 Brasilia collided mid-air with a Cessna 172 over Gadsden, Alabama, resulting in the death of both occupants in the Cessna. The collision occurred under unclear circumstances as both aircraft were operating in the same airspace. Witnesses reported seeing the two planes colliding before both fell to the ground. The investigation focused on safety protocols and air traffic control communications in the region.

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Overloaded Passenger Train Collision in Pakistan

January 4th, 1990 35 years ago

An overloaded passenger train collided with an empty freight train in Pakistan, resulting in 307 deaths and around 700 injuries. The tragedy unfolded during a busy travel season, highlighting critical safety issues within the railway system.

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Carrollton Bus Collision Claims 27 Lives

May 14th, 1988 36 years ago

A wrong-way drunk driver collided with a church bus near Carrollton, Kentucky, resulting in a catastrophic crash and fire that claimed 27 lives. The bus was transporting a youth group when the collision occurred on Interstate 71. The tragedy highlighted issues related to highway safety and impaired driving.

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Deadly Maryland Amtrak Train Collision

January 4th, 1987 38 years ago

An Amtrak train traveling from Washington, D.C., to Boston collided with Conrail engines in Chase, Maryland, resulting in the deaths of 16 individuals. The accident occurred when the Amtrak train struck freight engines that were parked on the tracks. This catastrophic incident raised questions about rail safety regulations and operational protocols.

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Admiral Nakhimov Sinks After Collision

August 31st, 1986 38 years ago

The Soviet passenger liner Admiral Nakhimov collided with the bulk carrier Pyotr Vasev in the Black Sea, resulting in the sinking of the liner and the loss of 423 lives. The incident occurred under poor visibility conditions, exacerbated by navigational errors. Rescue operations were hindered by the chaos and rough sea conditions following the collision. Survivors and victims were drawn from multiple walks of life, making the tragedy widespread in impact.

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Mid-air Collision of Falcon 50 and PA-28 Cherokee

November 10th, 1985 39 years ago

A Dassault Falcon 50 collided with a Piper PA-28 Cherokee over Fairview, New Jersey, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuries to eight others. The accident occurred amid challenging weather conditions, contributing to the tragic incident. Emergency responders were dispatched immediately to the scene, where wreckage was scattered across residential areas, highlighting the dangers of mid-air collisions in populated regions. The investigation revealed critical insights into aviation safety practices and collision avoidance technologies.

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Collision of Iberia and Aviaco Airliners

December 7th, 1983 41 years ago

An Iberia Airlines Boeing 727 collided with an Aviaco DC-9 while both were taxiing at Madrid–Barajas Airport in dense fog. The accident resulted in the deaths of 93 people. Both aircraft were on the runway, and visibility was severely limited, contributing to the tragedy.

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Mid-air Collision of Canadair CL-44 and Sukhoi Su-15

July 18th, 1981 43 years ago

A Canadair CL-44 cargo aircraft collided with a Sukhoi Su-15 fighter jet near Yerevan, Armenia, resulting in four fatalities. The accident occurred as both aircraft were operating in the same airspace, with the Canadair on a cargo flight. Investigations revealed that a lack of communication and possible radar issues contributed to the tragic incident. This mid-air collision highlighted significant air traffic control challenges in the region during that period.

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USS George Washington Collides with Japanese Cargo Ship

April 9th, 1981 43 years ago

The U.S. Navy nuclear submarine USS George Washington collided with the Japanese cargo ship Nissho Maru. The incident occurred in the Pacific Ocean, leading to the sinking of the Nissho Maru and the tragic loss of two Japanese sailors. The submarine was engaged in routine operations when the collision happened, raising concerns about maritime safety and submarine operations in busy shipping lanes.

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