Historical Events tagged with "r-38"
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Accidents & Tragedies
R-38 Airship Disaster over Humber Estuary
August 23rd, 1921 103 years ago
The British airship R-38 faced a sudden structural failure while flying over Hull, resulting in a catastrophic crash into the Humber Estuary. Of the 49 crew members aboard, comprising both British and American trainees, only four survived the tragedy. The incident raised significant questions about airship safety protocols and design, ultimately influencing future aviation practices.
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