Historical Events tagged with "plane crash"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Beechcraft 1900 Plane Crash in South Sudan

January 29th, 2025 0 years ago

A chartered Beechcraft 1900 aircraft crashed near the Unity oilfield in South Sudan, leading to the unfortunate deaths of 20 individuals onboard. The flight was reportedly transporting personnel associated with oil operations in the region. Eyewitness reports indicated that the aircraft experienced technical difficulties shortly after takeoff. The crash occurred in a remote area, complicating rescue efforts.

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Malawi Plane Crash Claims Ten Lives

June 10th, 2024 0 years ago

A plane crash occurred in Malawi, resulting in the deaths of ten individuals, including Vice President Saulos Chilima. The tragic incident took place during a domestic flight, causing national shock and mourning. Witnesses reported a failed ascent shortly after takeoff, leading to the aircraft crashing in a remote area. Rescue teams faced challenges due to adverse weather conditions while attempting to reach the site of the incident.

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Pakistan International Airlines Flight 661 Crash

December 7th, 2016 8 years ago

A Pakistan International Airlines ATR-42-500 crashed near Havelian, killing all 47 passengers and crew on board. The flight was en route from Chitral to Islamabad. Reportedly, the aircraft experienced engine failure shortly before the crash, leading to a rapid descent and impact. The incident prompted investigations into safety protocols for domestic flights in Pakistan.

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Military Plane Crash Kills 17 in Northern Laos

May 17th, 2014 10 years ago

A military aircraft crash in northern Laos resulted in the deaths of 17 individuals. The incident took place during a routine flight in a mountainous region, which is known for challenging flying conditions. Authorities stated that the plane encountered difficulties shortly after takeoff from an airbase, leading to its unfortunate descent. Local emergency services and military personnel were deployed to the site to investigate the cause and assist with recovery efforts.

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Military Transport Plane Crash in Algeria

February 11th, 2014 11 years ago

A military transport plane crashed in the mountainous region of Oum El Bouaghi Province, Algeria, resulting in the deaths of 77 people onboard. The plane was carrying troops when it went down, reportedly due to adverse weather conditions. Rescue teams were dispatched to the crash site but faced challenges due to the difficult terrain. The tragedy marked one of the deadliest aviation accidents in the country’s recent history.

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Jenni Rivera and Six Others Die in Plane Crash

December 9th, 2012 12 years ago

A plane crash in Mexico resulted in the deaths of seven individuals, including renowned singer and television producer Jenni Rivera. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff from Monterrey, Nuevo León, en route to Toluca. Rivera was returning home after a concert, and the tragic accident shocked her fans and the Latin music community. Investigations immediately followed to determine the cause of the crash, which raised concerns regarding aviation safety in the region.

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Lokomotiv Yaroslavl Plane Crash Claims 43 Lives

September 7th, 2011 13 years ago

A tragic air disaster involving a Yakovlev Yak-42 aircraft occurred in Russia, resulting in the deaths of 43 individuals, including the vast majority of the Lokomotiv Yaroslavl Kontinental Hockey League team. The crash took place shortly after takeoff from Yaroslavl, en route to Minsk for a game. Investigations revealed that pilot error and a failure to follow safety protocols contributed to the disaster.

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Aero Caribbean Flight 883 crashes in Sancti Spíritus

November 4th, 2010 14 years ago

Aero Caribbean Flight 883, a passenger flight from Santiago de Cuba to Havana, crashed into a mountainous area near Guasimal, Sancti Spíritus, killing all 68 people aboard. The aircraft, a McDonnell Douglas MD-83, lost contact with air traffic control shortly before the crash. Witnesses reported seeing the plane ablaze in the sky before it went down, indicating possible technical failures or inclement weather conditions.

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Learjet 60 Crash Involving Travis Barker

September 19th, 2008 16 years ago

A Learjet 60 aircraft, carrying musicians Travis Barker and Adam Goldstein, attempted a takeoff from Colombia Metropolitan Airport in West Columbia, South Carolina, but crashed after a rejected takeoff. The crash resulted in the deaths of four of the six individuals on board, while Barker and Goldstein miraculously survived with injuries. The aircraft's attempt to take off ended in tragedy, highlighting the risks associated with air travel for high-profile individuals.

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