Historical Events tagged with "varig"
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Varig Flight 254 crashes in Amazon rainforest
Varig Flight 254, a Boeing 737-200, crashed in the Amazon rainforest near São José do Xingu in Brazil, resulting in the death of 12 people on board. The flight encountered difficulties shortly after takeoff and lost communication with air traffic control. Despite attempts to navigate back, the aircraft came down in a remote area, leading to a challenging recovery operation in dense jungle terrain. The crash raised concerns over aviation safety in Brazil and highlighted the difficulties faced in search and rescue missions in the vast Amazon.
Continue ReadingVarig Flight 797 Crashes in Ivory Coast
Varig Flight 797, a Boeing 747, crashed near Akouré in the Ivory Coast while on approach to Abidjan. The aircraft was carrying 50 passengers and crew members. All aboard were killed when the plane went down just a few miles from the airport after reporting difficulties. The cause of the crash was attributed to technical failures experienced during the flight.
Continue ReadingDisappearance of Varig Flight Over Pacific Ocean
A Varig Boeing 707-323C freighter vanished over the Pacific Ocean 30 minutes after departing from Tokyo. The aircraft, under the command of Captain Aroldo Gomes, lost contact with air traffic control during its scheduled flight, prompting extensive search efforts. Despite comprehensive searches, no wreckage or survivors were found, leading to significant concerns about aviation safety and operational protocols in the region.
Continue ReadingVarig Flight 820 Crash Near Orly Airport
Varig Flight 820, a Boeing 707-320, crashed while approaching Orly Airport, Paris, killing 123 of the 134 passengers and crew on board. The aircraft encountered difficulty due to smoke in the cockpit and potential structural failure, leading to a rapid descent into a residential area. The subsequent investigations revealed critical issues relating to safety protocols and prompted significant changes in aviation regulations, especially concerning cabin smoking and in-flight safety measures.
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