Historical Events tagged with "kLM"

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Accidents & Tragedies

KLM Flight 633 Crashes into River Shannon

September 5th, 1954 70 years ago

KLM Flight 633, a Douglas DC-6B, crashed into the River Shannon during its approach to Shannon Airport. The plane was carrying 39 passengers and crew members when it encountered difficulties, resulting in the tragic loss of 28 lives. The aircraft reportedly sank quickly after impact, complicating rescue efforts. Investigations revealed that a combination of factors, including challenging weather conditions, contributed to the incident.

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Accidents & Tragedies

Royal Dutch Airlines Plane Crashes in Switzerland

July 20th, 1935 89 years ago

A Royal Dutch Airlines plane traveling from Milan to Frankfurt crashed into a Swiss mountain, claiming the lives of thirteen individuals. This incident took place in challenging weather conditions and highlighted the dangers of air travel during that period. The crash site was located near a remote mountainous area in Switzerland, making recovery efforts difficult. Investigations ensued to determine the cause of the accident and to improve aviation safety protocols.

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