Events tagged with "curtiss c-46"

Historical Events tagged with "curtiss c-46"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Miami Airlines C-46 Commando Crash

December 16th, 1951 73 years ago

A Miami Airlines Curtiss C-46 Commando crashed in Elizabeth, New Jersey, killing all 58 people aboard, including dancer Doris Ruby, who was traveling with her family. The crash occurred during an approach to Newark Airport. The aircraft lost power in one engine, leading to a failure to maintain altitude, ultimately resulting in the tragic accident.