Historical Events tagged with "juneau"
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Alaska Airlines Flight 1866 crashes near Juneau
On a flight from Seattle to Juneau, Alaska Airlines Flight 1866 encountered severe weather conditions leading to a catastrophic crash. The Boeing 727 struck a mountain near Juneau, resulting in the deaths of all 111 people on board, including passengers and crew. The accident highlighted critical safety concerns regarding navigation in challenging weather and the need for improved pilot training and aircraft technology.
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Joseph Whidbey led an expedition from the British Royal Navy to explore the waters near Juneau, Alaska, in search of the Northwest Passage. This voyage aimed to identify a navigable route that could connect the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Departing from the ship Discovery, Whidbey and his crew carefully charted the coastline, mapping the topography and examining the geography of the area while facing the challenges of the Alaskan waters and inclement weather, all in hopes of discovering a significant trade route.
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