Historical Events tagged with "dc-4"
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Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 307 Crash
Northwest Orient Airlines Flight 307 crashed in Lynnhurst, Minneapolis, killing all 15 on board. Operating a Douglas DC-4, the flight was en route from Chicago to Minneapolis when it encountered heavy fog and poor visibility. The aircraft attempted to land at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport but overshot the runway, leading to a crash in a residential area of Lynnhurst. Witnesses reported seeing the plane struggling to gain altitude as it approached the ground.
Continue ReadingAir France DC-4 Crash Near Bahrain Airport
A tragic accident occurred when an Air France Douglas DC-4 crashed near Bahrain International Airport, resulting in the loss of 40 lives. This incident followed another similar crash involving an Air France DC-4 just two days prior. Investigators began examining the circumstances of these crashes and their potential implications for aviation safety.
Continue ReadingMid-air Collision of Eastern Air Lines Flight 537
Eastern Air Lines Flight 537 was tragically lost when it collided with a Bolivian Air Force Lockheed P-38 Lightning over Alexandria, Virginia. All 55 occupants aboard the DC-4 were killed in the incident, which marked a significant aviation disaster. The flight was en route from Newark, New Jersey, to Miami, Florida, carrying passengers and crew. The collision occurred in a heavily trafficked airspace, raising questions about air traffic control and operational safety at the time.
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