Events tagged with "north central"

Historical Events tagged with "north central"

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Accidents & Tragedies

North Central Airlines Flight 458 Crash Overview

December 27th, 1968 56 years ago

North Central Airlines Flight 458, a dc-9-10 aircraft, crashed while attempting to land at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago due to an approach issue under inclement weather. The flight originated from Minneapolis, Minnesota, and faced difficult visibility and icy conditions on approach. Tragically, of the 45 people on board, 28 lost their lives, and the crash became a significant incident necessitating changes in regulations and safety protocols within the aviation industry.