Historical Events tagged with "commuter flight"
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Propair Flight 420 crashes near Montreal airport
Propair Flight 420, a regional aircraft operated by Propair, crashed shortly after takeoff from Montréal–Mirabel International Airport. The Beechcraft 1900D was bound for the regional airport in Baie-Comeau. Tragically, the accident resulted in the loss of all 11 individuals on board. Investigation into the crash revealed possible issues related to weather conditions at the time of departure, including low visibility and fog, which likely contributed to the loss of control.
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A Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner operating as AVAir Flight 3378 crashed in Cary, North Carolina, killing all 12 people on board. The flight, which had departed from the Southern Pines airport, met with tragedy during its approach to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. The accident occurred due to inclement weather conditions, including low visibility and rain, creating critical challenges for the pilot. Post-accident investigations focused on the weather and operational decisions made by the crew.
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