Historical Events tagged with "weather conditions"

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Accidents & Tragedies

Fokker 50 Crash Near Luxembourg Airport

November 6th, 2002 22 years ago

A Fokker 50 aircraft crashed near Luxembourg Airport, resulting in 20 fatalities and 3 injuries. The accident occurred shortly after takeoff during poor weather conditions, with the flight having just departed for a scheduled route. Investigations into the cause revealed complications due to low visibility and potential pilot errors. Emergency services responded quickly, but unfortunately, many lives were lost in the tragic incident.

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Ansett New Zealand Flight 703 Crashes

June 9th, 1995 29 years ago

Ansett New Zealand Flight 703, a regional flight, tragically crashed into the Tararua Range while making an approach to Palmerston North Airport. The accident occurred under challenging weather conditions, resulting in the loss of four lives. The aircraft encountered difficulties shortly before landing, demonstrating the complexities of aviation in New Zealand's mountainous terrain.

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Eastern Air Lines Flight 980 crashes in Bolivia

January 1st, 1985 40 years ago

Eastern Air Lines Flight 980, a scheduled flight from Asunción, Paraguay, to Miami, Florida, crashed into Mount Illimani in Bolivia, killing all 29 people aboard. The plane encountered severe weather conditions as it was approaching the capital of La Paz. Despite the crew's efforts to navigate safely, they inadvertently flew into the mountain's side, resulting in a catastrophic accident. The tragedy highlighted the dangers of flying in mountainous regions and the need for improved navigation technology.

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Aeroflot Flight 1668 Crash Near Olyokminsk

January 6th, 1968 57 years ago

Aeroflot Flight 1668, a Soviet passenger aircraft, crashed near Olyokminsk, resulting in the deaths of 45 individuals on board. The incident occurred when the aircraft was on a domestic flight in Russia. Reports suggested that adverse weather conditions contributed to the crash. Passengers included civilians and crew members traveling to various destinations within the Soviet Union.

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Air France Constellation Crash in the Azores

October 28th, 1949 75 years ago

An Air France Lockheed Constellation suffered a catastrophic failure, crashing into the ocean near the Azores. All 48 individuals on board perished in the incident. The flight, which was en route from Paris to New York City, encountered severe weather conditions. The Portuguese authorities conducted an extensive search and rescue operation, but no survivors were found, prompting investigations into the causes of the crash.

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