Historical Events tagged with "fouta djallon"
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Accidents & Tragedies
North Korean Jet Crashes in Guinea-Bissau Mountains
July 1st, 1983 41 years ago
A North Korean Ilyushin Il-62M jet, en route to Conakry Airport in Guinea, crashed into the Fouta Djallon mountains of Guinea-Bissau, resulting in the loss of all 23 individuals aboard. The incident occurred under circumstances that remain largely unexplained, highlighting the inherent risks associated with aviation in challenging terrains during this period.
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