Events tagged with "mount dutton"

Historical Events tagged with "mount dutton"

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Accidents & Tragedies

World Airways Flight 802 Crashes in Alaska

September 8th, 1973 51 years ago

World Airways Flight 802, a Lockheed L-1011 TriStar, crashed into Mount Dutton near King Cove, Alaska, while on approach to the local airport. The aircraft, carrying a total of 56 passengers and crew, encountered severe weather conditions, including fog and rain, which contributed to the accident. Tragically, six lives were lost, and the remaining occupants were injured but survived. This incident raised significant concerns about aviation safety in challenging weather conditions.