Historical Events tagged with "dulles"

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Accidents & Tragedies

TWA Flight 514 Boeing 727 Crash Details

December 1st, 1974 50 years ago

TWA Flight 514, a Boeing 727, crashed on its approach to Dulles International Airport. The aircraft was attempting to land when it struck a hillside approximately 6 miles northwest of the airport. All 92 passengers and crew members on board perished in the accident. The cause was determined to be pilot error due to a misjudgment of the aircraft's altitude while navigating through low visibility conditions. This incident raised significant concerns regarding aviation safety and procedures.

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Transportation & Infrastructure

John F. Kennedy Dedicates Dulles Airport

November 17th, 1962 62 years ago

President John F. Kennedy officially dedicated Washington Dulles International Airport, located in Chantilly, Virginia, in a ceremony that highlighted the significant expansion of air travel in the United States. The airport, designed by architect Eero Saarinen, was built to accommodate the growing needs of air traffic in the Washington, D.C. region. The dedication showcased the symbolic importance of Dulles Airport as a gateway to America and emphasized the United States' commitment to modern infrastructure and international travel by air.

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