Historical Events tagged with "flight"
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Crossair Flight 498 Crash in Switzerland
Crossair Flight 498, a Saab 340 aircraft, crashed shortly after taking off from Zurich Airport, resulting in the deaths of 13 people. The aircraft, which was en route to the city of Munich, faced a sudden loss of control shortly after departure. Eyewitnesses reported that the aircraft descended rapidly and went down in a field near Niederhasli, augmenting concerns about flight safety in regional aviation at the time.
Continue ReadingHijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814
Indian Airlines Flight 814 was hijacked during its journey from Kathmandu to Delhi. The aircraft, carrying 190 passengers, was seized by five armed militants affiliated with a terrorist group. After several tense days, the plane was diverted to Kandahar, Afghanistan, where negotiations took place. Tragically, one passenger was killed during the ordeal, while others were eventually released on December 31 following negotiations that resulted in the release of imprisoned militants.
Continue ReadingTAESA Flight 725 crashes shortly after takeoff
TAESA Flight 725 met a tragic end shortly after departing from Uruapan International Airport, Michoacán, Mexico, en route to Mexico City. The aircraft lost altitude soon after takeoff and crashed, resulting in the loss of all 18 people on board. Investigators indicated operational issues and bad weather conditions as potential contributors to the crash. The incident raises awareness about air travel safety and operational standards for regional airlines.
Continue ReadingEgyptAir Flight 990 crashes in Atlantic Ocean
EgyptAir Flight 990, a Boeing 767, plunged into the Atlantic Ocean near Nantucket, Massachusetts, resulting in the loss of all 217 passengers and crew on board. The flight was en route from New York City to Cairo when it went down shortly after takeoff, leading to a complex investigation into the cause of the crash. Preliminary assessments suggested possible mechanical failure, but the investigations also looked into pilot error as a contributing factor due to conflicting reports on the nature of the incident.
Continue ReadingChina Airlines Flight 642 crashes at airport
China Airlines Flight 642 crashed while landing at Hong Kong International Airport, resulting in three fatalities and 208 injuries. The Boeing 747-400 encountered difficulties during its approach, ultimately leading to it striking a concrete barrier and bursting into flames, causing substantial damage to the aircraft. The incident prompted an investigation into safety practices and procedures regarding flight operations in challenging weather conditions.
Continue ReadingAlitalia Flight 1553 Crashes in Genoa
Alitalia Flight 1553, a domestic flight from Milan to Genoa, crashed during landing at Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport, resulting in four fatalities. The aircraft, an ATR 72, experienced difficulties in low visibility conditions, leading to a hard landing and subsequent fire. The incident occurred shortly after the crew attempted to divert due to adverse weather conditions, culminating in a tragic accident that shocked the aviation community.
Continue ReadingCebu Pacific Flight 387 crashes into Mount Sumagaya
Cebu Pacific Flight 387, a domestic flight in the Philippines, crashed into Mount Sumagaya while en route from Manila to Cagayan de Oro. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas DC-9, encountered poor weather conditions, leading to the loss of control and subsequent crash. All 104 individuals on board, including passengers and crew, lost their lives in this tragic incident, which highlighted the dangers associated with air travel in mountainous regions of the Philippines.
Continue ReadingSilkAir Flight 185 crashes into Musi River
SilkAir Flight 185, while traveling from Jakarta to Singapore, crashed into the Musi River near Palembang, Indonesia, resulting in the loss of all 104 people onboard. The Boeing 737-300 aircraft, just 14 minutes into its flight, experienced a rapid descent and impacted the water. Initial investigations indicated potential mechanical failure, but further analysis led to questions regarding pilot actions leading up to the crash.
Continue ReadingAustral Líneas Aéreas Flight 2553 Crash
Austral Líneas Aéreas Flight 2553, a commercial flight en route from Uruguay to Argentina, crashed on approach to the Montevideo airport due to severe weather conditions and poor visibility. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas MD-83, struck a body of water before exploding on impact. All 74 individuals on board lost their lives, making it one of the deadliest aviation disasters in Uruguay's history.
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