Historical Events tagged with "crash"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Turkish Airlines Flight 6491 crashes in Bishkek

January 16th, 2017 8 years ago

Turkish Airlines Flight 6491, a cargo flight operated by a Boeing 747-400F, crashed into a residential area near Manas International Airport in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The incident resulted in the death of 39 people, including 33 individuals on board and six fatalities on the ground. The flight was arriving from Hong Kong and experienced difficulties during its landing approach, leading to the crash shortly after takeoff. The aftermath caused significant damage to homes and raised serious questions regarding aviation safety and regulations in the region.

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Tu-154 Crash Claims Lives of Ensemble Members

December 25th, 2016 8 years ago

A Russian Defence Ministry Tupolev Tu-154 crashed into the Black Sea shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of all 92 individuals on board. Among those lost were members of the Alexandrov Ensemble, the prestigious military choir. The flight, which was en route to Syria to support Russian troops for a New Year concert, tragically ended less than two minutes after departure from Sochi. Poor weather conditions and possible technical issues were considered contributing factors to the accident.

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EgyptAir Flight 804 crashes into Mediterranean Sea

May 19th, 2016 8 years ago

EgyptAir Flight 804, traveling from Paris to Cairo, crashed into the Mediterranean Sea, resulting in the loss of all 66 passengers and crew members on board. The flight lost contact shortly before entering Egyptian airspace. The search and recovery operations yielded debris and personal effects, raising concerns over the safety of air travel and the potential causes of incidents in the region.

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Hercules C-130 Crash in Medan

June 30th, 2015 9 years ago

A Hercules C-130 military aircraft crashed in Medan, Indonesia, in a residential area, leading to the death of at least 116 individuals. Onboard were 113 people, including military personnel and their families. The aircraft went down shortly after takeoff, reportedly due to a technical failure. The incident devastated the surrounding community and raised concerns about military aircraft safety in urban environments.

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TransAsia Airways Flight 235 Crashes into River

February 4th, 2015 10 years ago

TransAsia Airways Flight 235, carrying 58 people, was on a routine flight from Taipei to Kinmen when it tragically crashed into the Keelung River shortly after takeoff. The aircraft lost altitude and hit a bridge, leading to significant destruction. Emergency responders recovered multiple victims from the water, resulting in the loss of 43 lives. The tragedy raised concerns regarding airline safety protocols and aircraft maintenance in the region.

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Aircraft crash at Los Llanos Air Base

January 26th, 2015 10 years ago

An aircraft crashed at Los Llanos Air Base in Albacete, Spain, resulting in 11 fatalities and injuring 21 individuals. The incident occurred during a training flight conducted by members of the Spanish Air Force. Investigations were launched to determine the cause of the crash, highlighting safety protocols and operational procedures in military aviation.

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Cessna Citation Excel Crash in São Paulo

August 13th, 2014 10 years ago

A Cessna Citation Excel crashed in Santos, São Paulo, Brazil, resulting in the deaths of all seven people aboard. Among the deceased was Eduardo Campos, a presidential candidate for the Brazilian Socialist Party. The aircraft experienced difficulties while attempting to land, leading to the tragic incident. Campos was campaigning at the time, and the accident raised concerns about aviation safety in the region.

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Fatal Sepahan Airlines Flight 5915 Crash

August 10th, 2014 10 years ago

Sepahan Airlines Flight 5915 crashed while attempting to land at Tehran's Mehrabad International Airport. The crash resulted in the tragic loss of 40 lives. The flight was arriving from the city of Tabas, and preliminary investigations suggested that heavy fog conditions played a role in the accident. Eyewitnesses described hearing a loud noise before the aircraft went down, and emergency teams were swiftly dispatched to the scene to assist and recover casualties.

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TransAsia Airways Flight 222 Crash Incident

July 23rd, 2014 10 years ago

TransAsia Airways Flight 222 crashed near Huxi, Penghu while approaching Penghu Airport, resulting in the loss of 48 lives out of 58 on board. The accident also caused injuries to five individuals on the ground. The crash occurred during adverse weather conditions, including low visibility and heavy rain, which complicated the approach to the airport.

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